By Debbie Hall
The holidays are about to get a whole lot gayer—and a whole lot brighter—as the Las Vegas Men’s Chorus (LVMC) kicks off Season 33 with its glitter-drenched holiday spectacular, Let Your Heart Be Light, at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13 and 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 14 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall. Secure tickets now to experience this one-of-a-kind celebration of community and joy.
If you think you’ve seen holiday cheer, think again. Try 100 voices, high-energy dancers, a very busy Santa, one fabulously expressive Rudolph, and enough kick-lining elves to make the Rockettes nervous. This is not just a concert—it’s a sleigh ride through joy, camp, and community.
A Holiday Show with Heart—and a Whole Lot of Sparkle
Let Your Heart Be Light combines seasonal magic with LVMC’s signature flair. There is holiday magic, glitter where you least expect it, a Rudolph who gets the spotlight he deserves and performances that will have you wondering why elves don’t headline more often.
More Than a Chorus—A Community Anchor
LVMC’s free Community Concert Series reaches over 5,000 people annually and fosters pride and belonging among the LGBTQ+ and allies community. The power of live performances builds understanding and celebrates LGBTQ+ identity in a city that thrives on expression.
Patrons often say an LVMC show feels like “experiencing joy,” and that sense of connection and happiness is hoped to be the takeaway-whether queer, an ally, or simply holiday-curious, audiences will leave feeling lighter, brighter, and more part of something special.
New members are always welcome, and auditions will be held on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, inviting everyone to feel appreciated and part of something special.
“Audition’s a scary word to a lot of folks. We always joke that you are singing in a chorus. The audition’s the only time you’re going to sing by yourself. Bring a short selection to sing. Our artistic director, Ryan Duff, will spend some time with the singer to get to know them and take them through some vocal exercises. As long as you can sing it in tune, we’re going to take you. You don’t have to be the best musician,” explained Ryan Miller, president and producer of the Las Vegas Men’s Chorus. “About three-quarters of our 100-plus singers have day jobs that are definitely not music.”
The main stage season is always held at the Artemis W. Hamm Concert Hall at UNLV in December, March and June. In addition to main stage shows, about 10 concerts a year are performed around the valley, including at the LGBTQ Center, in partnership with the Clark County Library District, New Song Hope Church, and Sun City Anthem. Almost all of the shows that are not at UNLV as part of our season are low- or no-cost.
Tickets for Let Your Heart Be Light start at $30.75 (fees included) and are available online and through the UNLV Performing Arts Center Box Office (Tuesday–Saturday, noon to 6 p.m.). Discounts are available for seniors, military, children, and students. Free parking is available at the UNLV Cottage Grove Parking Garage, 1071 Cottage Grove Ave., adjacent to the concert hall. For more information about the Las Vegas Men’s Chorus, visit lvmenschorus.org.
