Our Holidays Together, December 14 & 15, 2002
Orlando (Fla.)
Music--Florida
Dance--United States
Gay culture--United States
A program for the Orlando Gay Chorus' concert, "Our Holidays Together", on December 14 &
15, 2002, at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Orlando, Florida. The program includes short biographies on the Artistic Director Terry Thomas, and the Accompanist Genoa Minga, program notes, an outline of the show's itinerary, a list of chorus members and contributors, and a history of GALA Choruses.<br /><br />
The Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization, and part of the Gay and Lesbian Association (GALA) of Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a host of community events, such as Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World AIDS Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
<a href="https://orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
Original 20-page program, Special Collections and University Archives, University of Central Florida, Orlando, Florida
<a href="https://orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
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John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Orlando, Florida
Sissies & Stars, March 22 & 23, 2003
Orlando (Fla.)
Music--Florida
Dance--United States
Gay culture--United States
A program for the Orlando Gay Chorus' concert, "Sissies &
Stars", on March 22 &
23, 2003, at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Orlando, Florida. The program includes short biographies on the Artistic Director Terry Thomas, the Accompanist Genoa Minga, and the ASL interpreters Patricia Clifton and Paul Rutherford, program notes, an outline of the show's itinerary, a list of chorus members and contributors, and a history of GALA Choruses. It also features biographies of the special guests: Peg O'Keef, John Paul Tier, and Tony Tooley.<br /><br />
The Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization, and part of the Gay and Lesbian Association (GALA) of Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a host of community events, such as Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World AIDS Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
<a href="https://orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
Original 18-page program, Special Collections and University Archives, University of Central Florida, Orlando, Florida
<a href="https://orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
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John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Orlando, Florida
Oliver Button is a Sissy, March 23, 2003
Orlando (Fla.)
Music--Florida
Dance--United States
Gay culture--United States
A program for the Orlando Gay Chorus' concert, "Oliver Button is a Sissy", on March 23, 2003, at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Orlando, Florida. The program includes short biographies on the Artistic Director Terry Thomas, the Accompanist Genoa Minga, the Narrator Peg O'Keef, and the main actor Joe Erwin. Also included is an outline of the show's itinerary.<br /><br />
The Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization, and part of the Gay and Lesbian Association (GALA) of Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a host of community events, such as Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World AIDS Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
<a href="https://orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
Original 4-page program, Special Collections and University Archives, University of Central Florida, Orlando, Florida
<a href="https://orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
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John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Orlando, Florida
Odd Numbers, June 14 & 15, 2003
Orlando (Fla.)
Music--Florida
Dance--United States
Gay culture--United States
A program for the Orlando Gay Chorus' concert, "Odd Numbers", on June 14 &
15, 2003, at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Orlando, Florida. The program includes short biographies on the Artistic Director Terry Thomas, the Accompanist Genoa Minga, and the ASL interpreters Patricia Clifton and Paul Rutherford, program notes, an outline of the show's itinerary, a list of chorus members and contributors, and a history of GALA Choruses. It also features biographies of the special guests: Malikah Burroughs, Chuck Davis
Lisa Ferrigno, and Darcel Stevens.<br /><br />
The Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization, and part of the Gay and Lesbian Association (GALA) of Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a host of community events, such as Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World AIDS Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
<a href="https://orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
Original 24-page program, Special Collections and University Archives, University of Central Florida, Orlando, Florida
<a href="https://orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
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John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Orlando, Florida
Don't Touch that Dial
Orlando (Fla.)
Music--Florida
Dance--United States
A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “Don't Touch that Dial.” The event was held at the Margeson Theatre, part of the Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Loch Haven Park, located at 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando, Florida, on April 8 and 9, 2006. The event featured music from the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, including radio, big band and jazz songs. “Don't Touch that Dial” was sponsored by a range of organizations, including the Walt Disney World Company, Air Tran Airlines, and Watermark. Advance tickets were available through Urban Think, the Center and, orlandogaychorus.org. The poster has a brown background accentuating a vintage radio and a bold title. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. <br /><br />The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
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Lights, Camera, Action!
Orlando (Fla.)
Music--Florida
Dance--United States
A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “Lights, Camera, Action!” The event was held at the Margeson Theatre, part of the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Loch Haven Park, located at 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando, Florida, on Saturday, April 2 and Sunday, April 3, 2005. Tickets were $20 in advance through Urban Think, The Center, and orlandogaychorus.org and $25 at the door. The poster has a black background with the red title illuminated by a yellow spotlight. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. <br /><br />The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
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John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Loch Haven Park, Orlando, Florida
Too Gay for Fringe?
Orlando (Fla.)
Music--Florida
Dance--United States
A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) mini-series, “Too Gay for Fringe?.” The events were held at the John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Loch Haven Park, located at 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando, Florida, on May 19, 20, 22, 26 and 27, 2007. Tickets were $10 with Fringe buttons, available through orlandofringe.com. The poster is horizontal, featuring a satirical picture of the pope and male nuns in the center and a yellow informational panel on each side. Artwork includes the logos of the OGC and the Fringe Festival. <br /><br />The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
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John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Loch Haven Park, Orlando, Florida
Our Holidays Together
Orlando (Fla.)
Music--Florida
Dance--United States
A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus concert, “Our Holidays Together”. The event was held at the John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Loch Haven Park, located at 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando, Florida, on December 14 and 15, 2002. Featuring both traditional music and songs underscoring the commercialization of the holidays, “Our Holidays Together” was a fundraiser for Toys for Tots, who were partners with the OGC for ten years. Tickets were $22 in advance through Rainbow City, Joy MCC, and orlandogaychorus.org and $25 at the door. The poster features a white background with simple navy and gray text. A candle is silhouetted in the bottom right-hand corner. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. <br /><br />The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
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John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Loch Haven Park, Orlando, Florida
Odd Numbers
Orlando (Fla.)
Music--Florida
Dance--United States
<p>A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus concert, “Odd Numbers”. The event was held at the John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Loch Haven Park, located at 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando, Florida, on June 14 and 15, 2003. The event's tagline reads, "songs we've always wanted to sing but..." Tickets were $18 in advance through Rainbow City, Urban Think, and orlandogaychorus.org and $21 at the door. The poster features a white background with abstract green accents and simple blue and green text. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster.</p>
<p>The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.</p>
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
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John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Loch Haven Park, Orlando, Florida
Sissies & Stars
Orlando (Fla.)
Music--Florida
Dance--United States
A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus concert, “Sissies & Stars”. The event was held at the John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Loch Haven Park, located at 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando, Florida, on March 22 and 23, 2003. Featuring guest star Peg O'Keef, “Sissies & Stars” was a show based on Tomie dePaola's classic children's book, "Oliver Button is a Sissy". Tickets were $15 in advance through Rainbow City, Urban Think, and orlandogaychorus.org and $18 at the door. The poster features a white background with a blue and white star behind the title and a border of red stars. Featured artwork includes a photo of O'Keef and the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. <br /><br />The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
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John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Loch Haven Park, Orlando, Florida
Oliver Button is a Sissy
Orlando (Fla.)
Music--Florida
Dance--United States
A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus concert, “Oliver Button is a Sissy”. The event was held at the John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Loch Haven Park, located at 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando, Florida, on March 23, 2003. Featuring guest star Peg O'Keef, the show was based on Tomie dePaola's classic children's book, "Oliver Button is a Sissy". Tickets were $8 for adults and children were admitted free and also received a free copy of the book. The poster features a rainbow background with a child's drawing in the bottom left corner. Featured artwork includes a photo of O'Keef and the logos of the OGC, NCCJ, and the Universal Orlando Resort. <br /><br />The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
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John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Loch Haven Park, Orlando, Florida
Pop Goes the Chorus
Orlando (Fla.)
Music--Florida
Dance--United States
A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus concert, “Pop Goes the Chorus”. The event was held at the John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Loch Haven Park, located at 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando, Florida, on April 3 and 4, 2004. Tickets were $15 in advance through Rainbow City, Urban Think, and orlandogaychorus.com and $20 at the door. The poster features a white background with a red and yellow title and a cartoon champagne bottle pouring years across the page. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the page. <br /><br />The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
<a href="https://www.orlandogaychorus.org/" target="_blank">Orlando Gay Chorus</a>
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John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Loch Haven Park, Orlando, Florida