Seattle Men's Chorus

Encore! Encore! By Special Request, A Cabbello Presents Special Command Performance of “We're Still Here”
by Grace Cutler - Jul 9, 2022

Call it “Sunday in the Park with A Cabbello” – clearly apropos for a special encore engagement of ““We’re Still Here” celebrating the music and legacy of Stephen Sondheim. Following the success of their first with-audience performance in two years May 14 & 15, the “BelloGents” of A Cabbello are back.

Survey Reveals 75% of Washington Arts Organizations Will Exhaust Operating Funds by November 2020
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2020

A survey conducted by 4Culture and 13 Washington state-based partner organizations finds that operating budgets for Washington's arts and culture sector will run out much earlier than anticipated. Of the 483 arts and culture organizations surveyed in Washington state, 75% report they will have depleted their operating budget by the end of November 2020.

Mark Morris Dance Group Launches On-Demand Video Collections Of Early Works
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2020

In its continued effort to engage audiences through online programming while theaters remain closed, the Mark Morris Dance Group (MMDG) will stream full-length works by Mark Morris this summer. Dance On! Video Vault: Curated Collections from the Mark Morris Dance Group Archive is a

Seattle Men's Chorus Celebrates Seattle's LGBTQ Underground Railroad
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2020

Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) shines the light on Seattle's pivotal role as a safe haven in the LGBTQ Underground Railroad that began in 2009. Local activists like Michael Failla and members from the Seattle Men's Chorus are opening their hearts, homes and wallets by providing housing, furniture, job contracts, training and emotional support to LGBTQ individuals seeking asylum from the dangers in their Muslim-majority homelands. Ultimately, the Seattle community's efforts have brought nearly 90 brave refugees to Seattle and other cities in Europe and North America where their identity is not reviled and they don't live in fear.

Seattle Men's Chorus Kicks Off The Holidays With 'TIS THE SEASON
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2019

Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) kicks off the holidays with the high-spirited 'Tis the Season from November 30- December 22 at Benaroya Hall.

Seattle Men's & Women's Choruses Tackle Tough Topics Through Song
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2019

Music heals, music inspires, music transcends; artistic director Paul Caldwell has selected a broad repertoire of pieces for the 2019-2020 season that do all these things while also reflecting upon the times in which we live. Voting rights, racial equality and sexual freedom are just a few of the important topics the Choruses will touch upon with the songs and anthems they perform this season.

Seattle Women's Chorus Presents LEGENDS OF ROCK!
by Sarah Hookey - Apr 11, 2019

Seattle Women's Chorus (SWC) wraps their 2018-2019 season with one big blowout concert at Benaroya Hall on April 28 at 4pm. Legends of Rock is a loud proud ode to the trailblazing singer-songwriters who weren't afraid to raise their voices and make a scene.

Seattle Men's Chorus and Seattle Women's Chorus Announce 15th Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2018

The Seattle Women's Chorus (SWC) leap into their 15th year of concerts with Hear Me Roar in October and the Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) wind down the season with Summer of '69, a musical commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Riots. Special surprise concert guests will be announced in the coming months.

Seattle Men's Chorus Honors British Rock and Pop on Pride Weekend
by Julie Musbach - May 29, 2018

Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) takes the McCaw Hall stage on Pride weekend to honor 50 years of British rock and pop royalty in God Save the Queens. The British are coming! From the swinging '60s to today's biggest hits this British invasion is so lush and flashy it edges on revolutionary. God Save the Queens is a musical journey through the UK artists, generation by generation, that have reigned supreme, from The Beatles, Queen, and Elton John, to Coldplay, Adele and One Direction. Pop singer, performance artist, and finalist from "America's Got Talent" Prince Poppycock joins the chorus as their special guest.

Seattle Men's Chorus Gets Sassy Brassy This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2017

Artistic Director Paul Caldwell conducts A Sassy Brassy Holiday with Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) December 10-23 at Benaroya Hall.

Seattle Women's Chorus is FIRED UP for 15th Anniversary Concert Season
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2017

Artistic Director Paul Caldwell leads Seattle Women's Chorus (SWC) into their 15th Anniversary season with FIRED UP inside Capitol Hill's historic Saint Mark's Cathedral.

Seattle Women's & Men's Choruses Set New Season with Special Guest Randy Rainbow
by BWW News Desk - Aug 21, 2017

Paul Caldwell leaps into his second season as artistic director for Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) and Seattle Women's Chorus (SWC) with SWC's highly anticipated 15th Anniversary, a brassy sassy holiday concert, the arrival of Randy Rainbow at April's massive joint concert and an homage to Britain's 'queens' in all their forms.

David Sedaris, Armistead Maupin & Humans of NY Come to Benaroya
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 9, 2017

With words and photographs these three artists share personal stories that have sparked laughter and motivated change. Northwest Associated Arts (NWAA), KNKX (88.5 FM) and The Stranger present all three events at beautiful Benaroya Hall. Tickets prices vary and are available through the Benaroya Hall Box Office, at 206.215.4747 or online at www.benaroyahall.org.Phone interviews are available upon request. Both the Armistead Maupin and Brandon Stanton events offer a VIP option that includes prime seating and a private reception.

Seattle Women's Pride Continues Honored Tradition, Makes New Strides
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 23, 2017

Seattle Women's Pride 2017 kicked off National LGBT Pride Month by bringing in two Brooklyn based bands - Parlor Walls and Oracle Room - DJ Kristina Childs and a host of awards to local businesses. The event also raised $500 for the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) by donating $5 from every VIP ticket to the respected organization.

Honorees Announced for Seattle Women's Pride
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2017

In the spirit of celebrating National LGBTQ Pride Month, the organizers behind the fourth annual Seattle Women's Pride have announced the recipients for their distinguished awards presentation on Saturday, June 17.

Seattle Men's Chorus Boldly Belts out Bette, Babs, & Beyoncé for Pride Month
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2017

Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) proudly takes the McCaw Hall stage for Bette, Babs &Beyonce, belting out many of the songs made famous by this beloved trio of divas: Bette Midler, Barbra Streisand, and Beyonce Knowles.

Seattle Men's Chorus Stands Up for LGBTQ Community with BORN THIS WAY
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2017

Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) takes the stage at McCaw Hall with Born this Way on April 1, 2017 at 8pm and April 2, 2017 at 2pm in an inspiring and activist showcase of solidarity towards all LGBTQ youth and individuals.

TRIPLE THREAT Returns to Triple Door Mainstage
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2017

TRIPLE THREAT w/ Kimball Allen, the 90-minute Seattle variety talk show, is coming back to the Triple Door mainstage on Wednesday, March 15th, 2017, for another all-star lineup of performances including:

Seattle Women's Chorus Goes Global for A Woman's World
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2017

March is Women's History Month and on March 17-19, 2017 Seattle Women's Chorus (SWC) goes global in A Woman's World. Around the world, women are the unsung heroes of ingenuity, creativity, and social justice. New Artistic Director Paul Caldwell introduces Seattle to uplifting stories of trailblazing women who have shattered glass ceilings and transformed our world.

Seattle Men's Chorus Artistic Director Paul Caldwell Conducts First Holiday Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 16, 2016

Artistic Director Paul Caldwell conducts his first holiday concert with Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) December 4-22 at Benaroya Hall. SMC's Silver & Soul brings 250 joyful voices singing classics like “Sleigh Ride” and “O Come, All Ye Faithful” and mixes in a tender David Bowie tribute with a clever karaoke sing-along.  Traditional favorite “Silent Night” returns, along with sassy new holiday tunes that get topped off with a spectacular disco Santa finale.