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Today, PGMC is a thriving arts organization of over 140 singers, performing in front of packed houses across the region. Starting with just 26 singers, PGMC quickly grew into a prominent institution within the LGBTQ community. The Portland Gay Men’s Chorus (PGMC), founded in 1980, was one of the first gay men’s choruses formed in the U.S. Tickets: Tickets are available now at or by calling 50, with prices ranging from $5 to $52.įor more information on the concert and Pride NW, visit and About The Portland Gay Men’s Chorus Where: Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway, Portland, Oregon “With the set list including hits by Simon and Garfunkel, Michael Jackson, Nat King Cole, Elton John and Bruno Mars, the chorus is pulling out all the stops for a spectacular show to close our season.” “This year’s summer concert celebrates the most legendary and iconic male artists of the music industry,” said Bob Mensel, artistic director of PGMC. “We are thrilled to welcome the Portland Gay Men’s Chorus as an official partner of this year’s Pride Festival, and we look forward to spreading the message of inclusion for years to come.” “Our mission has always been to encourage and celebrate the diversity of the LGBTQ community while increasing visibility around the culture and contributions of our community,” said James Waldner, president of Pride NW. “This year for the first time, we are officially recognized as a Portland Pride event and look forward to donating a portion of our proceeds to Pride NW.” “For many years, our June concert has celebrated Pride,” said Richard Jung, executive director of the Portland Gay Men’s Chorus. It was renamed in 1982 Lesbian and Gay Pride Week. By the early 1980s, Portland’s Pride celebration had become an annual tradition, becoming summer’s unofficial kickoff. Portland’s first Gay Pride parade took place in 1977. A portion of the concert’s proceeds will go to Pride NW to help assist in the education of all people through the development of activities that showcase the history, accomplishments and talents of LGBTQ communities throughout the region. The following description was submitted by the event organizer. This one-night-only production marks PGMC’s first partnership with Pride NW, the Pacific Northwest’s largest LGBTQ nonprofit organization. Portland-based singer-songwriter Matt Alber will join PGMC as a special guest as the chorus performs the greatest hits from the world’s most popular male artists-covering genres such as jazz, pop and everything in between. PORTLAND, Ore., – The Portland Gay Men’s Chorus (PGMC) is gearing up to celebrate Portland Pride Week with a performance of “The Divos” on June 17. Ballers Anonymous Logo - PDX Pride Sticker. Chorus Kicks off Portland Pride Week with “The Divos” Concert Portland Oregon Gay Pride Lesbian Bisexual Transgender Pansexual LGBT LGBTQ Essential T-Shirt.