Wayne Brady will join the Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles for its “Hoorary for Holidays” concert in December. (photo courtesy of GMCLA)

The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles has announced its 2023-24 season, which is now in its 45th year. The season features nearly 200 chorus members, led in performance by music director and conductor Ernest H. Harrison at some of Los Angeles’ most majestic and historic venues.

The season begins in December at the historic Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills with “Hooray for Holidays,” a joyous celebration of holiday music from cinema and television. Joining as guest artist is Emmy Award-winner and Grammy Award-nominee Wayne Brady (Broadway and The Hollywood Bowl’s “Kinky Boots,” “Hamilton,” upcoming Broadway return of “The Wiz” in spring 2024), a true TV and theater superstar, lauded vocalist and great friend of GMCLA. In March 2024, GMCLA is back at the Saban for “We Love Boy Bands!” paying tribute to the pop music that melted our hearts and the boys who made us swoon. And in June, the season culminates with “Solid Gold: Aretha, Dionne & Whitney” – the timeless music of three legendary and iconic artists for one show only at the beautiful Pasadena Civic Auditorium.

“The 45th season builds upon a banner season that culminated in June 2023 with the moving, sold-out performances of Disney PRIDE in Concert, which was truly historic,” said GMCLA executive director and producer Lou Spisto. “This season promises to be just as exciting in these amazing venues, perfect for the size and sound of the chorus with repertoire and musical arrangements that show off GMCLA’s extraordinary vocal power and showmanship. We are delighted that our dear friend Wayne Brady, who was scheduled to be with us in July 2020 (canceled due to the pandemic), is joining us for our holiday show. Wayne is a unique and magical talent, and we are really looking forward to celebrating so much with him in December.”

“Hooray for Holidays” will perform Dec. 16 and 17 at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills, located at 8440 Wilshire Blvd.