Dream Keeper
The Life, Letters, and Lyrics of Langston Hughes
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
Charlene Canty,
Kenneth Overton,
pianist
Laura Ward, and narrators/readers
Charlotte Blake Alston and
Rev. Chaz Howard.
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.
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.
