This event is in the past.It took place on June 26, 2026 at Severance Music Center.
OperaOperaCraig Hella Johnson’s fusion oratorio weaves diverse musical styles with poetic texts and personal writings to honor the life and legacy of Matthew Shepard.
The Cleveland Orchestra
Cleveland symphony orchestra, classical repertoire
Headliner
The Cleveland Orchestra is a major American symphony orchestra based in Cleveland, Ohio, performing classical works and contemporary commissions.
The Cleveland Orchestra Summer Choral Institute Chorus
University-affiliated choral ensemble, contemporary oratorio
The Cleveland Orchestra Summer Choral Institute Chorus is a chorus formed by the Institute, performing choral works such as the oratorio "Considering Matthew Shepard".
Craig Hella Johnson
American choral conductor, contemporary oratorio specialist
Craig Hella Johnson is the conductor and artistic director leading the performance of "Considering Matthew Shepard".
OperaOperaConsidering Matthew Shepard
June 26
University Circle, Cleveland
Craig Hella Johnson’s fusion oratorio weaves diverse musical styles with poetic texts and personal writings to honor the life and legacy of Matthew Shepard.
The Cleveland Orchestra
Cleveland symphony orchestra, classical repertoire
Headliner
The Cleveland Orchestra is a major American symphony orchestra based in Cleveland, Ohio, performing classical works and contemporary commissions.
The Cleveland Orchestra Summer Choral Institute Chorus
University-affiliated choral ensemble, contemporary oratorio
The Cleveland Orchestra Summer Choral Institute Chorus is a chorus formed by the Institute, performing choral works such as the oratorio "Considering Matthew Shepard".
Craig Hella Johnson
American choral conductor, contemporary oratorio specialist
Craig Hella Johnson is the conductor and artistic director leading the performance of "Considering Matthew Shepard".