Please note: online sales have ended for Dream Keeper. Tickets can be purchased in person at the venue.

Singing City partners with Lyric Fest to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the birth of poet and social activist Langston Hughes through song, poetry, and narration. Rollo Dilworth leads Singing City on the program which also features soprano Charlene Canty, baritone Kenneth Overton, collaborative accompanist Laura Ward, plus narrators/readers Charlotte Blake Alston* andRev. Chaz Howard.

* We gratefully acknowledge Peggy and Mark Curchack for underwriting the participation of Charlotte Blake Alston.

Sunday, March 15, 2026 - 3:00 p.m.

Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral

19 S 38th St,
Philadelphia, PA 19104

At the Sunday, March 15 performance, Singing City presents the full concert program honoring the life, letters, and lyrics of Langston Hughes, featuring Singing City Choir alongside guest artists and narrators.

Venue: The March 15th performance of Dream Keepers: The Life, Letters, and Lyrics of Langston Hughes will take place at Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral, 19 S 38th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104. 

Directions and Parking: Click here for directions by car or public transportation, and for nearby parking options. 

Dining Options: In the heart of University City, the Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral is steps away from a vibrant dining scene. Visit this list of restaurants within walking distance of Friends Center, courtesy of Philly Eater.

Online sales for this performance have ended. 

Tickets are still available to purchase at the venue.

Saturday, March 14, 2026 - Family Concert - 3:00 p.m.

Friends Center

1501 Cherry Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Race Street Room

At the Saturday, March 14th Family Concert, our young singers from Singing City: Next Generation will make their performance debut under the direction of Kendra Balmer. The program also includes students participating in our collaboration with Dreamline, who share original writings inspired by their own dreams and the poetry of Langston Hughes.

Join Us Afterwards: Audience members are warmly invited to stay for a community reception following the performance and to see banners created by students in the Dreamline program.

Venue: The March 14th performance of Dream Keepers: The Life, Letters, and Lyrics of Langston Hughes will take place at Friends Center, 1501 Arch Street, Philadelphia. The main entrance is located at the corner of 15th and Cherry Streets. 

Directions and Parking: Click here for directions by car or public transportation, and for nearby parking options. 

Dining Options: Planning a meal before or after the concert? Explore this list of restaurants within walking distance of Friends Center, courtesy of our friends at Center City Philadelphia.