Boston Gay Men’s Chorus Performs Live at the Latchis -Fundraiser for Brattleboro Retreat’s LGBT Program – Draws Attention to Celebrating Our Differences
BRATTLEBORO, VT—The Brattleboro Retreat presents the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus Live at the Latchis (Brattleboro) on Saturday, November 1 at 7:30 pm. In this first-ever performance in Brattleboro and rare performance in Vermont, the event will raise funds for the Retreat’s program serving Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, Transgender (LGBT) individuals.
The Boston Gay Men’s Chorus is not only known for creating musical experiences that inspire change, build community and celebrate difference, but also they are one of New England’s largest and most successful community based choruses. Founded in 1982, the ensemble is celebrated for its outstanding musicianship, creative programming, and groundbreaking community outreach.
Under the dynamic leadership of Music Director Reuben M. Reynolds III, the BGMC sings a wide spectrum of classical and popular music and creates social change by providing a positive, affirming image of the gay and lesbian community. The Chorus is heard live by more than 10,000 people each season and thousands more through recording, television and Internet broadcasts.
Ticket prices for the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus performance range from $20 for balcony seating to $125 for a limited number of premium tickets. Premium tickets enhance the fundraising success of the event, bringing greater support to the Retreat’s LGBT program. Premium tickets include front orchestra seating, recognition in the event program, and a private pre-show reception in the Atrium at the Brooks House catered by Duo Restaurant.
Other ticket prices include $50 regular front orchestra and $30 rear orchestra seats.
Tickets are available online at www.brattlebororetreat.org/chorus or by phone at 1-800-838-3006 through Brown Paper Tickets. Event organizers anticipate a sell-out show, so people are encouraged to purchase tickets promptly.
“The Retreat’s LGBT program is meeting a real need,” says Rob Simpson, President and CEO, Brattleboro Retreat. “Identifying as LGBT does not make an individual more predisposed to mental illness or addiction, but stigma, social prejudice, and discrimination can accompany LGBT identification and create heightened risk to mental health and well-being.”
Established in 2009, the Retreat LGBT program offers care to those identifying as LGBT for acute depression and other mood disorders, drug and alcohol addiction, co-occurring disorders, anxiety, grief and loss issues, sexual and gender identity issues, trauma, self-harming and suicidal behaviors, and other mental health issues. To date, the LGBT program at the Brattleboro Retreat has had over 2,300 admissions.
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Contact: www.brattlebororetreat.org/chorus or by phone at 1-800-838-3006
