Name: Student Matinee: VocalEssence WITNESS Concert | Feb. 21-28
Start: 2025-02-21
End: 2025-02-28
Location: Carlson Family Stage at Northrop and Online

Recommended for Grades 3-12.

VocalEssence joins forces with a collective of Twin Cities-based artists—actors, dancers, storytellers, and musicians—presenting songs and stories about pivotal figures and landmark events of the Civil Rights Movement. This matinee will feature Singers of This Age, along with WITNESS Teaching Artists, guest artists, and members of the VocalEssence Chorus. Experience stories woven to connect past struggles to the present in pursuit of an equitable future for all. Be a part of the journey to "keep your eyes on the prize and hold on" as you lift your voice to commit to and continue the legacy of those who fought for freedom, as we march towards racial justice.

You might enjoy this performance if you loved:

VocalEssence: Welcome Christmas, Let Freedom Ring, the Amplifying Solidarity Series.

Know Before You Go

Ticket Information

Reservations for in-person tickets to Student Matinee: WITNESS Young People’s Concert are Sold Out.

Register for Livestream/On-demand

Visit to learn more about the WITNESS School Program and the WITNESS Young People’s Concert. If you have additional questions contact matinees@northrop.umn.edu.

For the VocalEssence WITNESS student matinee, we are offering free tickets instead of bus reimbursement. If you are facing a financial barrier to securing bussing for the concert, please email matinees@umn.edu and we will be happy to work with you on a case-by-case basis to provide some support.

Event Information

Fri, Feb 21

Theater Doors Open: 9:30 am
Performance Begins: 10:00 am

Theater Doors Open: 11:30 am
Performance Begins: 12:00 pm
Run Time: 60 minutes
This event will be captioned, with other accessibility services available upon request.
Advisory: This performance includes loud music and flashing lights.
Detailed Event Information and Streaming Access: Education contacts, check your email for detailed information the week prior to the event.

If you have questions, contact matinees@umn.edu. If you need assistance with your tickets, please call the box office at 612-624-2345.

Important Links

10 am, Fri, Feb 21 Bussing, Arrival, and Departure Details (PDF)

12 pm, Fri, Feb 21 Bussing, Arrival, and Departure Details (PDF)

Reservation Ticket and Payment Policy

Gallery

Two soloists at mics with the VocalEssence chorus behind them on risers.

VocalEssence singers and guests performing at VocalEssence WITNESS. Photo © Kyndell Harkness.

Carlson Family Stage lit red in the dark theater.

VocalEssence at Northrop. Photo © Lisa Miller.

VocalEssence singers. Photo © Lisa Miller.

VocalEssence chorus wearing brown stoles.

During the Performance

Sensory Friendly Lounge

A Sensory Friendly Lounge equipped with sensory supports and trained staff will be available to all guests who are seeking a safe and soothing atmosphere during this and other select performances. Learn more on the Accessibility Services page.