The Tolerance Alliance is set to host a free, public event featuring a performance by the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Sioux City Tolerance Week. On Wednesday, at 7:30 p.m., the Orpheum Theatre will play host to a spectacular evening of music, poetry, and art, as members of the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra come together to pay tribute to the resilience and enduring spirit of artistic expression.
The event, “Rise: A Journey of Spiritual Resistance,” will feature a performance by music director Ryan Haskins, mezzo-soprano Loralee Songer, and clarinetist Ben Baron, who will combine the music, art, and poetry of the Holocaust with a powerful message of hope and resistance. The event is a revival of the original performance, which was first presented as part of the 10th anniversary of Sioux City Tolerance Week in 2013.
In addition to the performance, winners of the Tolerance Week essay contest and the Ella Holtzen Memorial Art Contest will be announced. Both contests are open to all Siouxland middle school students. The art contest, which was renamed in honor of Ella Holtzen, a Hinton Community School student who won the contest in 2016, has a new name – The Tolerance Alliance.
The Tolerance Alliance is a rebranding of Sioux City Tolerance Week, which was initially organized by Jerry and Kathy Weiner in 2005. The name change is attributed to the fact that the Holocaust Rails Desperate Passages Exhibit at the Sioux City Railroad Museum is now available year-round, providing more opportunities for learning about the Holocaust. The exhibit, which highlights the horrors of the Holocaust and shares the stories of survivors who arrived in Sioux City to live, work, and raise families, will reopen for the season on Saturday.
A new website, tolerancealliance.org, provides more information on events and activities that will take place throughout the year. The Tolerance Alliance is a testament to the enduring spirit of Sioux City’s commitment to tolerance and education.
The event is open to the public and is free of charge.
The Tolerance Alliance is dedicated to promoting tolerance, acceptance, and understanding.
More information about the event and the Tolerance Alliance can be found on their website.
The event is a celebration of the power of artistic expression and the resilience of the human spirit.
The Tolerance Alliance is a shining example of how art can bring people together and promote positive change.
The event is a reminder that tolerance and understanding are essential for building a more compassionate and inclusive community.
The Tolerance Alliance is a beacon of hope for a brighter future.
The event is a celebration of the human spirit’s ability to rise above adversity and overcome challenges.
The Tolerance Alliance is a testament to the power of art to inspire and uplift.
| Event | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | Wednesday | 7:30 p.m. | Orpheum Theatre |
| Exhibit Reopening | Saturday | (No Time Listed) | Sioux City Railroad Museum |
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The Tolerance Alliance is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting tolerance, acceptance, and understanding.
Their mission is to educate and inspire individuals, communities, and society as a whole to promote a culture of tolerance and acceptance.
The Tolerance Alliance is committed to creating a more inclusive and compassionate society.
Their efforts are focused on providing educational resources, promoting community events, and supporting arts and culture.
The Tolerance Alliance is a valuable resource for anyone looking to learn more about the importance of tolerance and acceptance.
Their website, tolerancealliance.org, provides a wealth of information on events, activities, and resources.
The Tolerance Alliance is a testament to the power of art and education to bring people together and promote positive change.
Their work is focused on creating a more tolerant and accepting community.
The Tolerance Alliance is a shining example of how art and education can inspire and uplift.
Their mission is to promote tolerance, acceptance, and understanding through education, arts, and culture.
The Tolerance Alliance is a beacon of hope for a brighter future.
“The name change will now be The Tolerance Alliance because Holocaust learning opportunities are available nearly year-round,” said Louann Lindblade.
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