The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia has announced a significant change to its Verizon Hall, which will be renamed in honor of Marian Anderson, a pioneering Philly native and the first Black singer to perform at the Metropolitan Opera. The hall will be rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall on June 8, 2024, commemorating the legendary singer's contributions to music and her role as a civil rights icon in breaking racial barriers. This renaming represents a rare case where an artist's name replaces a corporate name, highlighting the impact of Anderson's legacy on the arts and civil rights.
The Philadelphia Orchestra's home is being renamed Marian Anderson Hall in honor of the pioneering Black American contralto, a rare case of an artist's name replacing a corporation. https://t.co/LghPEvZVhS
Philadelphia Orchestra's home renamed as Marian Anderson Hall; Verizon name comes off https://t.co/ILBsE0xbYt
The Kimmel Center announced that Verizon Hall will be re-dedicated as Marian Anderson Hall, a move that brings the past into conversation with the present. As a neighbor to the Kimmel Center, HSP applauds their work honoring one of the greatest musical artists from Philadelphia. https://t.co/hTsnpNCrAs
The @philorch's home is being renamed Marian Anderson Hall in honor of the pioneering Black American contralto, a rare case of an artist's name replacing a corporation. Read more: https://t.co/ikgkhgUnqK https://t.co/RyWXMCdn58
Philadelphia Orchestra’s home renamed Marian Anderson Hall as Verizon name comes off https://t.co/vj9t3QFVMC
Kimmel Center's Verizon Hall to be renamed for Philadelphia pioneer Marian Anderson https://t.co/9o2NIRZKTO
It’s now Marian Anderson Hall! When we #IlluminateTheArts, we get treasures like Marian. This renaming will show the endless possibilities to our arts community - you don’t have to leave Philly to make it here. #BlackHistoryMonth https://t.co/IPcmj41p19
Famed singer and civil rights activist Marian Anderson will be long remembered in Philly as Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts will soon be renamed in her honor. https://t.co/J1lGhG9a5e
The Philadelphia Orchestra’s home will be renamed Marian Anderson Hall, after the pioneering Black singer. https://t.co/J5aIYiMJHj
On June 8, 2024, Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts will be rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall in honor of the legendary contralto, civil rights icon, and Philadelphian. For more information, visit: https://t.co/y6pvBTIRBd https://t.co/KldF5rqupM
Introducing a true legend: the Philly lady whose powerful voice and determination broke down racial barriers. Read about Marian Anderson, the woman behind Verizon Hall's new name. 📰: @phillyinquirer #visitphilly #verizonhall #bhm https://t.co/lwOanuuXnO
Farewell, Verizon Hall. Hello, Marian Anderson Hall 🎻 https://t.co/QspQ0rIhYH
NEW: The Kimmel Center’s Verizon Hall will be renamed for Philly native Marian Anderson — the first Black singer to perform at the Metropolitan Opera. via @petercrimmins https://t.co/hg4aJ13p4q
The Kimmel Center’s Verizon Hall to be renamed for Philadelphia legend Marian Anderson https://t.co/pJMUQXy3gf via @phillyinquirer
IT'S OFFICIAL. RE-NAME THE ARENA https://t.co/ycTSBFcOQ9