Good evening,
In light of the advisories from local, state, and national government, the Gateway Men's Chorus reluctantly announces that we are cancelling rehearsals and postponing the performance of PRIDE & PREJUDICE. All tickets already sold for PRIDE & PREJUDICE will be honored for future dates (to be announced).
Our decision to postpone (and not cancel) this concert is especially heartbreaking, but it was not done without the utmost consideration for the health and safety of our musicians, volunteers, patrons, and audience members. This is our primary concern at this moment.
In the near future -- the show will go on. We feel the messaging and the music PRIDE & PREJUDICE is incredibly powerful and truly necessary for our community. The hard work and dedication of our singers has been inspirational, and we want to make sure their voices are heard. Please stay tuned for more information as we reset plans for the remainder of our season.
With that said, our concerts are also a major source of revenue for the chorus. Not only do we count on these ticket sales, but also the merchandise sales, raffle tickets, grants, ad revenue, and individual donations that come as a result of the impact of our music. As a non-profit, we simply cannot go without this income.
What can you do to help ensure GMC's future?
Thanks,
Michael Franzoni
Operations Director
In light of the advisories from local, state, and national government, the Gateway Men's Chorus reluctantly announces that we are cancelling rehearsals and postponing the performance of PRIDE & PREJUDICE. All tickets already sold for PRIDE & PREJUDICE will be honored for future dates (to be announced).
Our decision to postpone (and not cancel) this concert is especially heartbreaking, but it was not done without the utmost consideration for the health and safety of our musicians, volunteers, patrons, and audience members. This is our primary concern at this moment.
In the near future -- the show will go on. We feel the messaging and the music PRIDE & PREJUDICE is incredibly powerful and truly necessary for our community. The hard work and dedication of our singers has been inspirational, and we want to make sure their voices are heard. Please stay tuned for more information as we reset plans for the remainder of our season.
With that said, our concerts are also a major source of revenue for the chorus. Not only do we count on these ticket sales, but also the merchandise sales, raffle tickets, grants, ad revenue, and individual donations that come as a result of the impact of our music. As a non-profit, we simply cannot go without this income.
What can you do to help ensure GMC's future?
- Share this official public statement on your facebook page, twitter, or email to your friends, family, and contacts within the community.
- Make a one-time or recurring donation in an amount that is significant to you. Donations can be made here: http://www.gmcstl.org/donate.html
- Commit some time to the organization by working with our committees (particularly Fundraising & Events, Marketing, and Development) to plan and execute a path forward.
- Purchase ticket vouchers that can be used at any of our upcoming concerts. Give them to friends or save them for yourselves. Vouchers can be purchased HERE.
- Fill our risers. Consider singing with the chorus. Every voice counts as we continue to grow our chorus again.
- Keep yourself safe and healthy. Especially in these times of uncertainty, do your best to look after yourself and your friends & family. We need you.
Thanks,
Michael Franzoni
Operations Director
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PRIDE & PREJUDICE – POSTPONED – Westminster Presbyterian Church – 8pm
General Admission - $25 Students/Seniors - $20 In March, we turn the conversation inward as Gateway Men's Chorus hosts a musical conversation surrounding the prejudices and biases that exist within the LGBTQIA+ community. Ranging in topics from trans exclusion to dating "preferences" to the lack of intersectionality with other communities, GMC will tackle these tough issues in a way that engenders audience members to look inside themselves and begin to build a more equitable and inclusive LGBTQIA+ community. |