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AUSTIN GAY MEN'S CHORUS PRESENTS

FREEDM UNFINISHED:

FROM RECKONING TO JOY

MAY 15 & 16 | FIRST AUSTIN CHURCH

The Austin Gay Men’s Chorus is deeply proud to present “Freedom Unfinished: From Reckoning to Joy”, a bold and moving exploration of freedom, its ideals, its complexities, and its ongoing story in American life.

At the center of this program is a remarkable musical conversation between two composers named Thompson, separated by seven decades. Selections from Randall Thompson’s Testament of Freedom (1943), inspired by Thomas Jefferson’s writings, are interwoven with movements from Joel Thompson’s Seven Last Words of the Unarmed (2015), offering contrasting perspectives on liberty, justice, and lived experience.

As an LGBTQ+ chorus, we understand freedom as something both deeply personal and powerfully communal, the freedom to sing, to dance, to love, and to belong. That spirit carries through the entire program, which moves seamlessly from reflection to celebration through gospel, dance, and music that radiates hope and energy.

From the emotional lift of “Rise Up” to the anthemic joy of George Michael’s “Freedom! ’90,” the soulful resonance of Sam Cooke’s “A Change Is Gonna Come,” and Beyoncé’s “Freedom,” this concert invites audiences to reflect, connect, and celebrate a vision of freedom that grows wider with every voice. Come join us for this powerful and moving event.

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Event Details

• Date: Friday, May 15, 2026 & Saturday, May 16, 2026
• Time: Friday at 8:00 P.M. | Saturday at 4:00 P.M.
• Venue: First Austin Church
• Website: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=316034

Ticket Information

• Cost: $20.00 - $69.00

Presenter Details

• Name: Austin Gay Men’s Chorus

Founded in 1989 and officially incorporated in 1990, the Austin Gay Men’s Chorus has grown into one of the most visible LGBTQ+ performing arts organizations in Central Texas. From our beginnings as a small group of singers providing visibility during the HIV/AIDS crisis, AGMC has become a vital part of Austin’s cultural landscape. We perform across the city, collaborate with artists and organizations locally and nationally, and represent Austin within the GALA Choruses network.

We value musical excellence.

We value self-expression through performance.

We value community based on diversity and equity for our members, patrons, and partner organizations.

We value the courage it takes to create a safe environment of belonging, integrity, and respect.

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