June 17

Lift Every Voice: A Juneteenth Musical Celebration

Featuring the Howard University Gospel Choir

Time 7:30PM
Ticket Prices $29, $15 (Student w ID)
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June 17 7:30PM
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The Palace Theatre, together with The Albany Black Chamber of Commerce, Inc. & Social Club and Albany Symphony, presents Lift Every Voice: A Juneteenth Musical Celebration featuring the Howard University Gospel Choir, Tuesday, June 17, 7:30pm. Award-winning actress, singer, and storyteller Barbara Howard will emcee an evening of performances that celebrate black performing artists throughout history. In addition to the internationally renowned Howard University Gospel Choir, the evening features Gateways Brass Collective, Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate NY, Empire State Youth Orchestra, and the Albany Symphony. This special evening of music is part of a week-long series of activities in Albany to commemorate the effective end of slavery in the United States. Residents and visitors are invited to lift their voices to celebrate freedom, unity, diversity, and Black history and culture.