Soweto Gospel Choir at Wilkins Theatre

With their concert entitled “PEACE,”the multi-Grammy® and Emmy Award®-winning Soweto Gospel Choir returns to North America toperform a joyful program of South African freedom songs, traditional spirituals and some classics. The inspirational concert will also feature the spirited music of Aretha Franklin, Harry Belafonte, Peter Gabriel, Kate Bush, Leonard Cohen andmore! Formed in 2002, the Choir was created to celebrate the unique power of African gospel music and quickly established itself as a group that is “undeniably synchronized, appears unshakable, and simultaneously expresses universality and individuality” (San Francisco Classical Voice). Heralded byNelson Mandela,Desmond Tutu, Barack Obama, andOprah Winfrey,Soweto Gospel Choirexcites audiences worldwide, uplifting the soul and spreading joy through its earthy rhythms, rich harmonies, brilliant costumes, and infectious spirit. It’s perfect for the entire family!