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Full Steam Forward, Safely...
For everyone’s protection and peace of mind, Gateway Men’s Chorus will be requiring proof of full COVID-19 vaccination with an FDA- or WHO-authorized vaccine for our audiences this season—as well as for our singers and staff. We will require proof of a recent negative COVID-19 test for anyone under the age of 12 and those who are unvaccinated due to a disability or religious belief.
Are vaccines required to see a concert? All audience members are required to be fully vaccinated before entering the concert venue and must show proof of vaccination. “Fully vaccinated” means that at least 14 days have passed since the final dose of any FDA- or WHO-approved vaccine. Proof of vaccination which clearly identifies the vaccine received and the date of the last dose, along with a corresponding photo ID, will be accepted. Audience members who are under the age of 12 or audience members with a medical condition or a sincerely-held religious belief precluding them from receiving the vaccine must provide—in lieu of proof of vaccination—proof of a COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of the concert start time, or a negative COVID-19 antigen test taken within 6 hours of the performance start time. Results of home tests, which have not yet been approved by the FDA, will not be accepted. Are masks required to see a concert? All audience members are required to wear facial masks that cover the nose and mouth at all times while attending GMC concerts in any venue. Will food and drinks be served at GMC concerts and events this season? Food and drink will not be served at concerts at this time due to high COVID-19 transmission rates. At events where food or drink are served, we kindly ask that attendees wear their masks whenever possible, between bites or drinks, to maintain safety for those in shared spaces. I already purchased a ticket to the December concert; why didn’t I know about the proof-of-vaccination requirement? This was a recent change, and we will be alerting all existing ticket holders in the coming weeks. I don’t feel well. Should I still attend the concert? No. If you are feeling sick, please stay home and contact our Executive Director, Michael Franzoni, for assistance. TERMS AND CONDITIONS By entering our concert venue on the day of the concert, all audience members are attesting that they: 1. Have not had COVID-19 in the prior 14 days; 2. Have not been in contact in the prior 14 days with anyone known to have COVID-19, or with persons exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19; 3. Are not presently exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms themselves. Any ticket holder unable to affirm these three items should not attend the concert. All ticket holders agree, by purchasing tickets to a Gateway Men’s Chorus concert, or by entering or by their presence in a concert venue, that they will abide by all COVID-19 safety protocols as determined by Gateway Men’s Chorus at the time of the event. This could include but is not limited to mask wearing, social distancing, temperature checks, and proof of vaccination. Audience members agree to adjust any behavior as instructed by members of GMC staff, should a staff member determine an audience member’s behavior to be unsafe and to request such an adjustment. Specific safety protocols will be listed on gmcstl.org prior to concerts and may be updated at any time, as conditions warrant. By entering a Gateway Men’s Chorus concert venue, audience members assume all risks associated with entering a place of public gathering and voluntarily waive any and all claims and potential claims against Gateway Men’s Chorus relating to COVID-19 or any other communicable disease or illness or that arise from or relate in any way to the risk of exposure or actual or alleged exposure, however caused, to bacteria, viruses or other pathogens capable of causing COVID-19 or any other communicable disease or illness, in each case whether the actual or alleged circumstances giving rise to any claim or potential claim occurs before, during, or after the concert. |
Our HistoryIn the fall of 1987, an advertisement ran in the Gay and Lesbian News Telegraph seeking men interested in forming St Louis’s first gay chorus. By the spring of 1988, the chorus had grown to 22 men and, under the direction of Michael Cohrs, presented its first concert -- One Voice. With the staging of 1969: A Remembrance of Stonewall, the Gateway Men’s Chorus presented its 90th major concert and concluded its 32nd Anniversary season.
Throughout our first 34 years, the Gateway Men’s Chorus has opened its stage to over 650 singers and performed over 1200 musical works. The chorus has commissioned a number of pieces through the years, including adaptations of poetry standards, Supreme Court speeches, and satirical works. Many of these works have since been performed by choruses throughout the country, carrying the legacy of GMC from coast-to-coast. And, in addition to appearing on stages around St. Louis, the chorus has performed in Kansas City, Denver, Atlanta, New Orleans, Miami, Montreal, San Jose, Tampa, and even once auditioned for America’s Got Talent! |
Our MissionThe mission of the Gateway Men’s Chorus is to affirm and promote gay culture and acceptance through excellence in musical performance and education. To fulfill its mission, the chorus annually presents a three-concert season, performing a breadth of work ranging from classical choral repertoire to Broadway classics, from holiday favorites to iconic LGBT choral anthems, and many of the songs that helped shape our lives. The organization continues to participate in a wide range of special events and community outreach activities throughout the region,including sporting events, Pride, and local fundraisers.
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Our VisionBy living our mission, the Gateway Men’s Chorus builds a future where no voice can be silenced – one that celebrates inclusion, amplifies the human spirit, and values the arts as essential to the human experience.
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Our ValuesThe Gateway Men’s Chorus abides by central values that govern how we both operate internally and engage externally with the community as a whole. We value:
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Annual Reports
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28th Season Annual Report | 27th Season Annual Report | 26th Season Annual Report
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