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Free Children’s Concert to Play McCaw Hall, 3/31
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 15, 2012

For the thirteenth year in a row Seattle Men's Chorus and Seattle Women's Chorus will present a FREE concert for Seattle-area children and their families. And for the third year in a row, Village Theatre's arts education program KIDSTAGE will join in. Approximately 20 of the KIDSTAGE kids (ages 11-19) will join the Choruses on stage and experience the thrill of performing at a glorious live concert event, to an audience of thousands, with two of the nation's largest and most respected choruses at their backs. This one-time only performance is a FREE one-hour matinee on Saturday March 31, 2012 at Seattle's magnificent McCaw Hall.

Seattle Men’s Chorus Performs the Music of The Beatles, 3/31-4/1
by Harmony Wheeler - Feb 23, 2012

At a time when marriage equality is top of mind for all Washington voters, Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) is proud to share, through song, The Beatles' powerful messages of peace, love, and understanding. With their all-Beatles Spring concert, Come Together, the 250-member Seattle Men's Chorus, the nation's largest gay men's chorus, will pay tribute to the original mop-top quartet by belting out over two dozen faithfully arranged songs from the best-selling band in history.

Seattle Women’s Chorus Performs Shot Through the Heart, 2/18 & 19
by BWW News Desk - Feb 18, 2012

The 175 women who make up Seattle Women's Chorus have the perfect remedy to cure any post-Valentine's Day blues. At their winter concert, Shot Through the Heart on February 18 and 19 at 2:00pm they will sing their hearts out while taking a hard look at the good, the bad, and the hilarious aspects of love. This delicious and tastefully irreverent concert delivers just the right amount of sarcasm, sentimentality, and humor to keep audiences entertained.

SMC/SWC's Artistic Director Dennis Coleman Receives GSBA’s Voice for Social Justice Award
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 2, 2012

Each year the Greater Seattle Business Association (GSBA) honors outstanding business and philanthropic members of the Seattle community with awards such as Business of the Year, Business Leader of the year, and Nonprofit of the Year.

Seattle Women’s Chorus Performs Shot Through the Heart, 2/18 & 19
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 11, 2012

The 175 women who make up Seattle Women's Chorus have the perfect remedy to cure any post-Valentine's Day blues. At their winter concert, Shot Through the Heart on February 18 and 19 at 2:00pm they will sing their hearts out while taking a hard look at the good, the bad, and the hilarious aspects of love. This delicious and tastefully irreverent concert delivers just the right amount of sarcasm, sentimentality, and humor to keep audiences entertained.

Kelli O'Hara to Perform with Seattle Men's Chorus, 11/27-28
by BWW News Desk - Nov 27, 2010

For the 2010 Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) Holiday Concert, Holiday Glee, the Chorus will take a few cues from the wildly popular TV series Glee. 'For over 30 years the gay choruses in particular have been doing what the show Glee is doing now,' said artistic director Dennis Coleman. 'This show has just made it popular. But, it does call attention to choral music and singing, and however that happens, it's wonderful!' SMC pays homage to Glee, but with a twist. The show's unofficial anthem, 'Don't Stop Believin' has been re-worked as a parody with holiday-themed lyrics and individual Chorus members will represent several of the main characters including Kurt, the openly gay student at McKinley High. Coleman continues, 'There's a lot of 'camp' to Glee, and camp is a gay art form. Everything about the show screams 'gay chorus!' The concert will be funny, but also serious. The Chorus will celebrate different American holiday traditions focusing on the music and style of Las Vegas, Nashville, Broadway, and the Southwest (especially Arizona). And SMC's beloved rendition of Silent Night and other traditional holiday tunes will not disappoint.

Kelli O'Hara to Perform with Seattle Men's Chorus, 11/27-28
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 19, 2010

For the 2010 Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) Holiday Concert, Holiday Glee, the Chorus will take a few cues from the wildly popular TV series Glee. 'For over 30 years the gay choruses in particular have been doing what the show Glee is doing now,' said artistic director Dennis Coleman. 'This show has just made it popular. But, it does call attention to choral music and singing, and however that happens, it's wonderful!' SMC pays homage to Glee, but with a twist. The show's unofficial anthem, 'Don't Stop Believin' has been re-worked as a parody with holiday-themed lyrics and individual Chorus members will represent several of the main characters including Kurt, the openly gay student at McKinley High. Coleman continues, 'There's a lot of 'camp' to Glee, and camp is a gay art form. Everything about the show screams 'gay chorus!' The concert will be funny, but also serious. The Chorus will celebrate different American holiday traditions focusing on the music and style of Las Vegas, Nashville, Broadway, and the Southwest (especially Arizona). And SMC's beloved rendition of Silent Night and other traditional holiday tunes will not disappoint.

Book-It Receives A 2010 Mayor's Arts Award
by Charlie Piane - Jun 8, 2010

Book-It Repertory Theatre was happy to learn that Seattle's Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs has named the company among the six honorees for the 2010 awards. The publicly nominated awards recognize the contributions made by artists, arts and cultural organizations and community members who make a difference through arts and cultural activities.

Seattle Men's Chorus Celebrates 30th Anniversary Season With Guest Betty Buckley 11/28-12/5
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2009

On September 10, 1979 22 gay men from the Seattle area joined together for their first rehearsal at Seattle's First United Methodist Church.

Seattle Men's Chorus Celebrates 30th Anniversary Season With Guest Betty Buckley 11/28-12/5
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2009

On September 10, 1979 22 gay men from the Seattle area joined together for their first rehearsal at Seattle's First United Methodist Church.

A LIFE IN THE THEATER: AN ONSTAGE CONVERSATION WITH STEPHEN SONDHEIM AND FRANK RICH at Seattle's Benaroya Hall
by Jay Irwin - Oct 27, 2009

Last night a Seattle audience at Benaroya Hall was given a rare treat. A glimpse into the world of one of the most acclaimed and respected Broadway composers of all time, Stephen Sondheim.

Seattle Men's Chorus Celebrates 30th Anniversary Season With Guest Betty Buckley Tonight, 12/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 14, 2009

On September 10, 1979 22 gay men from the Seattle area joined together for their first rehearsal at Seattle's First United Methodist Church.

Leslie Jordan Joins the Seattle Men's Chorus on 6/27 & 28
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2008

Leslie Jordan joins the Seattle Men's Chorus on June 27th and 28th.

Debbie Reynolds Joins Seattle Women's Chorus
by BWW News Desk - Apr 24, 2008

Two, three, and five show subscription packages to both Seattle Men's Chorus and Seattle Women's Chorus will go on sale to the public on Monday, April 28, 2008.

Seattle Men's Chorus Presents 'A Foreign Affaire'
by BWW News Desk - Feb 11, 2008

PBS' travel guru Rick Steves steps out of TV-land for four live performances with the Seattle Men's Chorus in their aptly titled Spring concert, 'A Foreign Affaire.' Performances in Olympia, Edwards and Seattle.

Photo Flash: Liza Minnelli Honored in Provincetown
by BWW News Desk - Jul 20, 2005

The Provincetown Theater Foundation honored Liza Minnelli with the 2nd Annual Provincetown Theater Foundation Award

Provincetown Theater Foundation to Honor Liza Minnelli July 16th
by BWW News Desk - Jul 7, 2005

The Provincetown Theater Foundation will present the award to Ms. Minnelli for her ongoing commitment to the Arts.

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