What To Expect at "Tomorrow!", the Washington Chorus’ Upcoming Innovative New Concert
Projections designed by Camilla Tassi
Photo by Kim Zhou
You don’t want to miss The Washington Chorus’ upcoming concert “Tomorrow!”, a new visual and multi-sensorial experience that challenges what’s expected of a traditional choral concert. Join us at Live at 10th & G! on October 28th + 29th!
Tickets are on sale now for as low as 25$
Curious about what to expect? The Washington Chorus has answered all your questions and more.
What is being performed?
“Tomorrow!” is the first live performance of Damien Geter's “Cantata for a More Hopeful Tomorrow,” a cantata and short film of the same title produced in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
This new choral experience aims to blend past with present as you’ll hear The Washington Chorus perform the cantata live and in-person, accompanied by DC native cellist Élise Sharp and Grammy award-winning soprano Nicole Joseph. At the same time, you’ll be encouraged to look to the past as Emmy award-winner Bob Berg's innovative film is projected on the walls around you.
The entire experience of "Tomorrow!" will surround you in expressions of the emotions from the past two years and engage you to reflect on and share your own experiences through interactive artmaking. At the end of the experience, you’ll be invited to add your own thoughts to our reflection wall.
So there’s a movie being played?
Yes! TWC produced a short film (approximately 30 minutes) in 2020, and we’ve partnered with internationally acclaimed projections designer Camilla Tassi to project it on the walls around the space while the full chorus performs the unforgettable music live in-person!
It’s like if you went to see a showing of Star Wars except John Williams’ iconic soundtrack was played by an orchestra sitting right in front of you!
Still imagery from “A Cantata for a More Hopeful Tomorrow”
How does that challenge what’s expected of a traditional choral concert?
To start, you’re encouraged to move around the space during the concert! While seating is available and the experience is fully accessible, there is far more to do at "Tomorrow!" than just sit and listen to the music.
You’ll have approximately an hour in the space, and you’re encouraged to spend your time wandering through and interacting with the music, film, and art exhibit throughout the building.
There’s an art exhibit?
Yes! Piotr Szyhalski's powerful art installation, COVID-19: Labor Camp Report, will be available for viewing during the concert. Szyhalski’s collection is a series of posters tracing the emotional turmoil caused by COVID-19.
You can buy the book featuring the entire exhibit here.
Interactive artmaking? I can make my own art?
Please do! Audience members are encouraged, but not required, to create their own piece of art that conveys how their life was affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
There are varying activities available that ensure that artists of all skill levels can participate and create something they’re proud of.
Where can I learn more about the artists?
We are excited to have a wonderful group of guest artists joining us for this concert. Click on their photos below to learn more about who they are!
That all sounds great! Where is this happening?
Live at 10th & G! within the First Congregational United Church of Christ. We’re right next door to the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library!
How can I get there?
We recommend taking the Metro! The Metro Center station is just a few blocks away from the venue. Take the Red, Orange, Silver, or Blue line to access Metro Center! The Gallery Place station is also just around the corner with access to the Green, Yellow, or Red lines.
If you’re driving, there are several available parking garages in the area including one beneath the venue. We encourage you to reserve parking ahead of time as the concert is happening in a popular part of DC. Not to mention, there’s a Wizards game happening on Friday, October 28th, just a few blocks away at the Capitol One Arena.
Do I need tickets?
While seating is non-traditional, this is still a ticketed event to comply with fire code and other safety requirements. Please ensure that you have a physical ticket in hand or digital ticket on your phone ready to present upon request. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door and will call tickets can be picked up there as well.
If you have not yet secured your ticket for “Tomorrow!” then visit our ticketing website to get one!
Are kids welcome?
Absolutely! The nature of this concert is designed to appeal to all audiences, and we think they’ll have a blast with the interactive artmaking as well.
What is the COVID-19 policy?
Live at 10th & G! is still requiring all patrons to wear masks for the duration that you are inside of the venue, regardless of vaccination status.
Performers may be unmasked, but they are required to provide a negative COVID-19 test ahead of every performance.
Since the concert is only an hour, what can I do nearby to fill out my evening?
Whether it’s pre-concert dinner or post-show drinks to unpack what you saw, Live! At 10th & G is close by to many terrific dining and bar options in the Penn Quarter area. Here’s an article on many of the great options!
Can I post pictures of the experience?
Yes! Be a part of the experience and take a picture with your friends and family at the venue. Make sure to use the hashtag #togetherwesing and tag The Washington Chorus on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok so that we can see it!
The Washington Chorus looks forward to welcoming you live and in-person for “Tomorrow!” at Live at 10th & G! on October 28th and 29th!