October Mourning: A Song for Matthew Shepard

Imagine the Matthew Shepard story told through more than just human eyes with the poetic imagination of Lesléa Newman’s book October Mourning: A Song for Matthew Shepard, brought to life by a stunning score from local Long Beach composer Curtis Heard. Join the South Coast Chorale, in collaboration with the First Congregational Church Sanctuary Choir, Landmark Theatre Company, Musique Sur La Mer Orchestra, Long Beach Youth Chorus, and members of the Wilson High School Choir as we share the unheard voices of the fence, the deer, the stars, and more in this musical narrative that, 25 years later, still resonates far beyond the LGBTQ+ community.

Saturday, November 18 – 7:30pm

Beverly O’Neill Theater

300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802

There will be a pre-concert discussion at 6:00pm.

Premium $65 **(each premium ticket includes 1 complimentary beverage and a copy of the October Mourning book)

Preferred $45

Regular $25

$10 discount per ticket for groups of 10 or more.

Featuring:

First Congregational Church Sanctuary Choir

Landmark Theatre Company

Musique Sur La Mer Orchestra

Long Beach Youth Chorus

Members of the Wilson High School Choir