Join us for pre-concert entertainment before The Philadelphia Orchestra’s annual Pride Concert in Verizon Hall. Featuring local Philly LGBTQ+ organizations and cabaret-style performances with host Jess Conda.
4–5 PM
Meet local Philly LGBTQ+ organizations and learn more about the incredible work they do:
- Human Rights Campaign
- Radiance Medical Group/Ally Wellness
- Mayor's Office GOAL
- Your Empowered Sexuality
- Philly Family Pride
- William Way
- T.A.K.E Resource Center
- Office of LGBT+ Affairs
- Bebashi
- Prevention Metts Fashion
- Mazzoni Center
Moulin Rouge! The Musical Art Experience: Create your own TRUTH, BEAUTY, FREEDOM, LOVE (with a rainbow twist) artwork. Select pieces will be displayed in The Academy of Music during the run of Broadway's Moulin Rouge! The Musical!
4-4:30 PM
Drag Queen Storytime with VinChelle!
Join us at the Plaza stage where you will be transported to far off lands with one of Philly's most fabulous Queens!
*Perfect for your littlest art lovers!
5–6 PM
Cabaret-style Showcase
Enjoy a lively cabaret-style showcase featuring members of Martha Graham Cracker's legendary band, performances by John Jarboe of the Bearded Ladies Cabaret, Shannon Turner of Glitter & Garbage Cabaret, and PJ Brown of PJ Brown & Her Resistance.
7 PM
The Philadelphia Orchestra’s Free Pride Concert (Free; tickets required)
Legendary conductor Marin Alsop leads your Philadelphia Orchestra joined by the ANNA Crusis Feminist Choir, the Philadelphia Gay Men’s Chorus, and Philadelphia Voices of Pride for a celebratory concert of music by LGBTQ+ composers and allies. Hear the world premiere of Laura Karpman’s The Marvels Suite in advance of the film release and a diverse range of choral works, including Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way.” The concert is free; tickets are required. Reserve your free tickets HERE.
*Tickets are not required for pre-show activities. Free tickets are required for the concert at 7 PM.
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