CLAREMONT, N.H. — The Claremont Opera House will host “Lift Every Voice,” a live theatrical performance by Bright Star Children’s Theatre, on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, at 10 a.m. The event, which is free and open to the public, will highlight influential speeches, poetry and songs from throughout Black history.
The performance will feature excerpts from historic speeches by Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth, as well as the poetry of Maya Angelou and Phyllis Wheatley. Audiences will also have the opportunity to sing along with songs from the Civil Rights Movement, creating an engaging and immersive experience.
“We want everyone, especially Claremont area schools and homeschool groups, to know about the event and attend as they are able and as our space allows,” said COH Executive Director Scott Hagar. “It’s a chance for students, families and community members to be entertained, learn some history and be inspired.”
The performance is recommended for students in third grade through adults. General admission is free, thanks to the Claremont Opera House with support from the Kiwanis Club of Claremont.
The performance is free, however reservations in advance are encouraged. For more information and to reserve free tickets online, visit the COH website or call the Box Office at 603-542-4433.
Claremont Opera House, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Claremont, New Hampshire, with a vision to have an inspired, engaged community in love with the arts and mission to build community through diverse arts experiences. The historic COH venue was the entertainment center for the area throughout the early 1900s and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. Guests today are invited to enjoy regional and national performances including musical talent, professional dance and theater companies, community programs, youth dance and gymnastics recitals, NH Humanities cultural exhibits and events, movies and more.
Learn more and purchase tickets to attend upcoming events at COHNH.ORG.
