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October 9 to 22

Grace Cathedral’s 2017 ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

Grace Cathedral’s Artist in Residence program welcomes its first

poet, best-selling author and international performer, Sarah Kay.

She joins us to contemplate the Year of the Gift and will perform

and enlighten at cornerstone events such as The Forum, Yoga

on the Labyrinth and The Vine, and in an evening presented

in partnership with the Litquake Festival, featuring other great

American poets reading their celebrated works in our beautiful

cathedral. Her time with us will truly be a gift to celebrate!

Learn more at gracecathedral.org/art.

Grace Cathedral’s Artist in Residence and

Christmas Concert series are presented by

Ghiberti Center for Culture: Opening Doors to Arts and Ideas. Its purpose is to enrich and

inspire all people through the arts, music and

education, and to preserve Grace Cathedral,

a San Francisco treasure and resource.

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SCHEDULE INSIDE!

TICKETS ON SALESEPTEMBER 25

December 23The Bishop’s Christmas Pageant 11 a.m. The Rt. Rev. Marc Handley Andrus, children in costume and a menagerie of live animals present a touching and delightful re-enactment of the Christmas story.

Christmas Eve December 24Holy Eucharist 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.Sung by the Cathedral Camerata

Christmas Lessons and Carols 4 p.m.Sung by the Choir of Men and Boys

Christmas Eve Choral Eucharist 7:30 p.m.Sung by the Cathedral Camerata

Christmas Eve Choral Eucharist 11 p.m.Sung by the Choir of Men and Boys with orchestra

Christmas Day December 25Christmas Day Choral Eucharist 11 a.m.Sung by the Men of the Choir

A Cathedral ChristmasChoir of Men and BoysDecember 9, 10, 16 and 17, 3 p.m. December 22, 7:30 p.m. In the tradition of the grand cathedrals of Europe, Grace Cathedral has an illustrious Choir of Men and Boys. Accompanied by full orchestra, they will transport you with their ethereal performances of favorite carols and holiday masterpieces—a beloved San Francisco tradition.

Sing You A Merry ChristmasA Sing-Along and Christmas Show for Children and FamiliesDecember 9* and 16, 11 a.m. December 22 and 23, 3 p.m.In this heart-warming performance, the toys of St. Nicholas’s workshop lead the audience on an extraordinary journey, filling children, young and old, with the joys of the season and giving them the opportunity to sing along to favorite carols. This program is particularly well-suited for young children.

*Snowflake Tea – December 9 onlyOur beloved Sing-Along concerts are a sell-out hit for children of all ages. Count your party of four in with premiere seats in the front orchestra and a private pre-show reception with members of the cast and holiday refreshments.

A Brass and Organ ChristmasThe Bay BrassDecember 18, 7:30 p.m.A consortium of the finest musicians in the Bay Area pair the wonderful sound of brass with Grace Cathedral’s 7,466-pipe organ for a spectacular holiday performance — a musical highlight of the year.

Messiah in Grace CathedralAmerican Bach SoloistsDecember 13, 14 and 15, 7:30 p.m. ABS’s annual presentations bring together Handel’s timeless score, outstanding performances and one of San Francisco’s most breathtaking settings. For tickets and information visit americanbach.org or call (415) 621-7900.

$150 SnowflakeTea for 4 (Dec. 9 only)

CHRISTMAS SERVICES Free and open to all

A Cathedral ChristmasA Brass and Organ Christmas

Sing You A Merry Christmas

Stage

Front Orchestra $60Mid Orchestra $45Rear Orchestra $30Wings $30General Admission $15

$25/$15*$20/$10*$15/$10*

NA$10/$5*

* children under 12

Christmas concerts and services at Grace Cathedral

are a beloved San Francisco tradition. The magnificent

music, gorgeous setting and astonishing acoustics make

an ideal way to ring in the season. Experience

the deep connection between spirit and art

at Grace Cathedral.

Tickets for concerts go on sale SEPTEMBER 25, 2017.

Services are always free and open to all.

UPCOMING!

THE SILENT FILM CLASSIC

Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde Friday November 3 7 & 9:30 p.m.

Grace Cathedral transforms into a grand movie palace for special Halloween screenings of the chilling 1920 silent horror classic with thrilling accompaniment by virtuoso organist Dorothy Papadakos. Tickets $15/20

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WORLD AIDS DAYFriday, December 17:30 p.m.For the 30th anniversary of the NAMES Project, 29 panels of the quilt will be on display in the cathedral, and celebrated in a special evening event on World AIDS Day.

BE AN ANGELGrace Cathedral’s Christmas concert series is made possible by our generous sponsors, who receive preferred seating and recognition in the series program. For more information, please contact Katherine Thompson, Canon Director of Development, at (415) 749-6313 or katherinet@gracecathedral.org.

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