Chris Verdugo

Review: San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Presents DRAG ME TO THE MOVIES! at Davies Symphony Hall
by Steve Murray - Jan 24, 2024

The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus, the world’s premier queer chorus, heads to Hollywood and the silver screen with DRAG ME TO THE MOVIES!, a cinematic extravaganza that’s more dazzling than any Tinsel Town premiere. Featuring the 300-member San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus, under the baton of Artistic Director Jacob Stensberg, DRAG ME TO THE MOVIES! will premiere on Thursday, March 28 at 7:30 PM at Davies Symphony Hall (201 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco). Tickets are currently on sale at sfgmc.org.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Presents ALL WE NEED IS LOVE With The SF Symphony, June 18
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 19, 2024

On June 18, the San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus (SFGMC) presents All We Need is Love, a concert tribute to love songs.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Celebrates The Holiday Season With The Return Of 'Holiday Spectacular'
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2023

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus (SFGMC) celebrates the holiday season with the return of their much-anticipated annual holiday tradition, Holiday Spectacular, taking place at four venues throughout the San Francisco Bay Area during the month of December.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus To Celebrate The Historic GrAnd Opening Of The Pansy L. Chan And Terrence D. Chan National Queer Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2023

Following a three-year, $15 million capital campaign, San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus (SFGMC) Chief Executive Officer Chris Verdugo and Artistic Director Jacob Stensberg today announced the grand opening of their new home, The Pansy L. Chan and Terrence D. Chan National Queer Arts Center (The Chan).

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Reveals Lineup For Season 46
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2023

Chief Executive Officer Chris Verdugo and Artistic Director Jacob Stensberg announced the three-concert lineup that makes up San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus’ (SFGMC) Season 46. Learn more about the lineup and how to get tickets here!

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus to Close Out Season 45 with Music From WICKED, THE WIZ & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2023

Closing out Season 45, San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus will present Hello Yellow Brick Road—a one-night-only ultimate mash-up of Sir Elton John and all things Oz. Learn how to purchase tickets!

SFGMC Will Present Inaugural Nancy Pelosi Ally Award To Mayor London Breed
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2023

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus (SFGMC) Chief Executive Officer Chris Verdugo and Artistic Director Jacob Stensberg announced that San Francisco Mayor London Breed will be the inaugural recipient of the Nancy Pelosi Ally Award (formerly the Ally Award) at the 17th annual Crescendo.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Presents 17th Annual CRESCENDO Benefit, Saturday, April 22
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 16, 2023

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus (SFGMC) Chief Executive Officer Chris Verdugo and Artistic Director Jacob Stensberg have announced Crescendo, SFGMC's annual benefit honoring champions who support the LGBTQ+ community and advance LGBTQ+ equality through their commitment to change, their leadership, and their actions.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus To Present The Bay Area Premiere Of DISNEY PRIDE IN CONCERT, March 16 & 17
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2023

To celebrate the 45th anniversary of San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus (SFGMC) and the 100th anniversary of Disney, San Francisco's premier choral organization will present Disney PRIDE in Concert, a family-friendly multimedia musical extravaganza.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Celebrates The Holiday Season With HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2022

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus (SFGMC) celebrates the holiday season with their much-anticipated tradition, Holiday Spectacular, taking place at venues throughout the San Francisco Bay Area during the month of December, and concluding with the return to San Francisco's historic Castro Theatre for the first time in three years.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Announces Season 45
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2022

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus (SFGMC) announced the three-concert lineup that makes up the inaugural season of new Artistic Director Jacob Stensberg. Featuring over 250 singers of the chorus, Season 45 kicks off with the return of SFGMC's annual holiday tradition, Holiday Spectacular.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Presents FINAL WORDS in July
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2022

Today, San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus (SFGMC) announced the program for Final Words, a one-night-only farewell concert for Artistic Director Dr. Timothy Seelig, taking place Wednesday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m. at San Francisco's Davies Symphony Hall (201 Van Ness Ave.)

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Announces New Artistic Director Jacob Stensberg
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 20, 2022

Following an extensive nationwide search, San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus (SFGMC) Executive Director Chris Verdugo and Board of Directors Chair Glenn DeSandre today announced the appointment of Jacob Stensberg as the new Artistic Director of San Francisco's premier choral organization.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Presents 16th Annual CRESCENDO
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2022

Today, San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Artistic Director Dr. Timothy Seelig and Executive Director Chris Verdugo announced Crescendo, SFGMC's annual benefit honoring extraordinary individuals and organizations who tirelessly champion and promote LGBTQ+ equality.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus To Present VOICES RISING
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2022

Today, San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Artistic Director Dr. Timothy Seelig and Executive Director Chris Verdugo announced Voices Rising, a one-night-only event taking place on Sunday, April 10 at 7:30 p.m. at San Francisco's Davies Symphony Hall.

SFGMC Receives Gift From Amazon To Increase Accessibility And Equity
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2022

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus has received a generous gift from Amazon to support The Chan National Queer Arts Center, SFGMC's new home and the first-ever community space for LGBTQ artists and arts organizations.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Celebrates Holiday Season With Series Of Concerts
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2021

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus has announced the return to live, in-person performances with their annual holiday extravaganza, Holigays Are Here…Again!. Considered one of San Francisco Bay Area's must-see signature holiday treats, this concert will delight audiences with the sight and sounds of over 250 members of the chorus in festive attire performing seasonal songs and sketches new and old.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Announces Lineup For Season 44
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2021

Today, San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Artistic Director Dr. Timothy Seelig and Executive Director Chris Verdugo announced the three-concert lineup for Season 44. Featuring the 250+ singers of the chorus, the in-person season will kick-off with the return of SFGMC's annual holiday extravaganza, Holigays Are Here...Again!

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Artistic Director and Conductor Dr. Tim Seelig To Retire
by Stephi Wild - Jun 29, 2021

Considered one of the nation's most prolific choral directors, Seelig has had an accomplished 10 seasons at San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus marked by several distinguished milestones, including the Lavender Pen Tour.

SFGMC Presents WIRED An All-Virtual Extravaganza Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Month
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2021

Today, San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Artistic Director Dr. Timothy Seelig and Executive Director Chris Verdugo announced WIRED, an all-virtual showcase celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride month.