The Philadelphia Orchestra’s Post

On June 8, 2024, Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts will be rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall in honor of the legendary contralto, civil rights icon, and Philadelphian. The first major concert venue in the world to honor Marian Anderson--85 years after she was barred from performing at Constitution Hall in Washington, DC, because of her race--the hall will be a permanent monument to its namesake's artistry and achievements, a reflection of the inclusive future she helped to engender, and an active testament to the intersection of music, art, and positive social impact. We look forward to celebrating Ms. Anderson’s extraordinary life and legacy and to honoring her in perpetuity with a venue that reflects the ideals by which she lived her life: equity, justice, freedom, and the belief that the arts are for everyone. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/ep3vMv-Y

Philadelphia's pride and joy. Love, love her voice!

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DT Miller, CPTM

Learning & Development Consultant | Instructional Designer | EdTech Researcher

5mo

This is so great!!! I’m emotional about this 💛

Stacy Irving

Senior Advisor, Homeland Security Programs and Strategic Partnerships Delaware Valley Intelligence Center / Philadelphia Police Department

5mo

Danielle, that’s a wonderful tribute to an extraordinary woman.

Audrey Thornton

Workforce Management & Engagement / DEI&A

4mo

Honoring Anderson’s equity, justice, freedom … high praise to The Philadelphia Orchestra.

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Amy Dalin

Events and Recognition | Events Management | Employee Engagement

4mo

Wow! Love this change!!

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Michele Scherch

Strategic Marketing + Communications | Project Management | Arts Advocate

5mo

Wonderful news and such a fitting honor!

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