When times are tough and it’s near impossible to see light at the end of the tunnel, sometimes the only thing you can do is – cue lights and music – siiiiiinnng!
This March, fans of big-singy productions can get their fill at a double-header spring concert from the Oakland Gay Men’s Chorus. Celebrating the ascension of its new artistic director, Bruce Southard, the chorus group – which despite its name includes straight, lesbian, trans and other folks – has planned a 90-minute concert of proven bangers called “Every Voice Matters.” We’re talking the “Ragtime” anthem “Make Them Hear You,” Paul Simon’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “This Is Me” from the “The Greatest Showman” and other hits that strike at the heartstrings.
“This powerful concert embodies our mission: ‘To give voice through song to a community where everyone matters,’” the organizers say. “Celebrate a program filled with heart, harmony and the stories that unite us all.”
Details: Event takes place March 29 at 7:30 p.m. and March 30 at 4 p.m. at the Odell Johnson Performing Arts Center, Laney College, 900 Fallon St., Oakland; general admission is $34-$55 and available at oaklandgmc.org/tickets