Not that long ago a breast cancer diagnosis was considered a private matter and, often, a death sentence. However, that began to change on a massive scale in the 1970's when U.S. first lady Betty Ford underwent a radical mastectomy and spoke forthrightly about her experience. One of the people she inspired was Susan G. Komen, herself undergoing breast cancer treatment after years of being misinformed and treated by physicians who were not cancer experts. Susan began to dream of ways to raise awareness of and find a cure for breast cancer. Although Susan did not live to carry her dream forward, her sister Nancy G. Brinker founded Susan G. Komen for the Cure® to fulfill Susan's dreams.

This emotionally charged and powerful work was commissioned in 2000 by Susan G. Komen for the Cure as a result of Nancy Brinker's belief that more would listen to the message if it was delivered through the powerful medium of music.

From its first performances in Dallas a decade ago by the Turtle Creek Chorale and the Women's Chorus of Dallas, Sing for the Cure has captivated thousands of people across the country with its uplifting messages of hope and determination. It has raised awareness and money to support breast cancer care and research. Opera for the Cure is a beautiful affirmation of the human spirit that you won't want to miss.

$5 of each ticket purchased benefits Nebraska Komen.

Sing for the Cure: a proclamation of hope.
Words and Narration by Pamela Martin

Movements:
"Prelude for an Uncommon Woman" Music by Joseph M. Martin
"Who will Speak?" Music by Micahel Cox
"Borrowed Time" Music by Alice Gomez
"The Promise Lives On" Music by Rosephanye Powell
"Livin' Out Loud Blues" Music by Robert Seeley
"Come to Me, Mother" Music by Jill Gallina
"Valse Caprice" Music by Patti Drennan
"Girl in the Mirror" Music by Stefania de Kennessey
"Who Will Curl my Daughter's Hair" Music by David Friedman
"Groundless Ground" Music by W.T. Greer III
"One Voice" Music by Joseph M. Martin