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Posted21 Nov 2023

Celebrate the season with concerts from Opera Philadelphia friends!

It's the holiday season and the musicians of Philadelphia are giving the gift of song!

Members of the Opera Philadelphia Chorus, the Teen Voices of the City Ensemble, and other Opera Philadelphia friends such as The Bearded Ladies and the Marian Anderson Museum and Historical Society will be busy this season spreading holiday cheer throughout the city. Where can you hear them? Check out our guide below.

Late Night Snacks: Leftovers

December 1, 2023 | 8:00 PM
Fringe Arts
140 N Christopher Columbus Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Coming in hot this holiday season: Edith Piaf (Jarbeaux) kicks off the holidays with the indifference only a dead French chanteuse can muster. Then Mabeline (Cookie Diorio), ex-wife of the Grinch, shares her version of what really went down in Who-ville. With a special guest appearance by Philadelphia Voices of Pride, whether you love or hate the holidays, this show is for you. Performances are pay-what-you-can. More info>>

Music of Stillness & Christmas Dreams

December 3, 2023 | 3:00 PM
St. Mary’s Hamilton Village
3916 Locust Walk, Philadelphia

The Penn Chorale, conducted by Opera Philadelphia Chorus Master Elizabeth Braden, presents "Music of Stillness & Christmas Dreams" on Sunday, December 3.

The concert opens with the words "There will be rest…and the music of stillness, holy and low" and closes with this text: "What dreams may come, both dark and deep… as I surrender unto sleep." And in between, we sing of Christmas, and of winter – familiar carols, and newer works blended into a dreamy Christmas afternoon.

All are welcome to attend this free concert!

Rittenhouse Tree Lighting Ceremony

December 4, 2023 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Rittenhouse Square

Kick off the holiday season in historic Rittenhouse Square with the tree lighting ceremony hosted by the Friends of Rittenhouse Square. T-VOCE will sing a few songs as part of this celebration to light up the Square. More information>>

T-VOCE is made possible through the partnership of AMLA, ArtSmart, Fortress Arts, Opera Philadelphia, and Singing City.

East Passyunk Opera Project Holiday Caroling

December 9, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Est Passyunk Avenue

Philadelphia, PA

ePOP's Holiday Carolers are back! They will be progressing down East Passyunk Avenue for the Avenue's 2nd Annual Hot Chocolate Crawl on Saturday, December 9. Caroling begin at 11:00 a.m. and the carolers will make their way down the avenue until 5:00 p.m., and into the evening, stopping at your favorite restaurants and shops along the way! Come out and celebrate with soprano Elise Mark, soprano Rachael Long, mezzo-soprano Amanda Staub, tenor Samual Keeler, and baritone Stephen Dagrosa! Follow ePOP on Instagram and Facebook @epopphilly for more details as December 9 draws closer.

A Soulful Christmas

December 12, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Kimmel Center, Verizon Hall
300 S Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19102

T-VOCE will join other local choral groups to perform on the Verizon Hall stage as part of A Soulful Christmas. This event is meant to bring communities and community-based choirs, great pastors across Philadelphia, praise dancers, and many instrumental artists together in the Kimmel Center's Verizon Hall for an annual celebration of worship and music. In addition to the show, you can also enjoy the Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ, the Finale of Lights, and more. Tickets and more info>>

Christmas Celebration at the Please Touch Museum

December 16, 2023 | 1:30 & 2:30 p.m.
Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall
4231 Avenue of the Republic
Philadelphia, PA 19131

Join the singers of T-VOCE for two performances at the Please Touch Museum during their Christmas Celebration filled with performances and themed activities! More info>>

T-VOCE Winter Concert: Voices of Unity

December 16, 2023 | 7:00 p.m.
Friends Center
1501 Cherry Street
Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate the end of the year and the winter holidays with the Teen Voices of the City Ensemble (T-VOCE). Voices of Unity will feature choral music from various genres sung by this talented youth choir. All are welcome!

Tickets are pay-what-you-decide, and all proceeds go directly towards creating an artistic community for Philadelphia's youth in T-VOCE. Learn more>>

T-VOCE is made possible through the partnership of AMLA, ArtSmart, Fortress Arts, Opera Philadelphia, and Singing City. Learn more about the free inclusive choir here.

Christmas In Philadelphia

December 16, 2023 | 6:00 PM
The Chapel of Four Chaplains
1201 Constitution Ave., The Philadelphia Navy Yard

Join the Marian Anderson Museum and Historical Society for a joyful concert of holiday favorites featuring the Marian Anderson Scholar Artists, the MAHS Choral Ensemble, and the Marian Anderson Instrumental Ensemble with composer & MAHS Music Director Dr. Jay Fluellen. Award-winning journalist Jenice Armstrong will narrate and act as master of ceremonies. The suggested minimum $25 ticket donation helps support the organization, and parking is free! Tickets can be purchased online or by calling 215.779.4219. Tickets and more info>>

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