‘Home for the Holidays is about the light and strength within us all.’
At Davies Symphony Hall, the San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus brought holiday spirit to a packed house with their annual Christmas Eve concert, a tradition for many families across the…
jacobstensberg_7iatndDecember 24, 2025
The SFGMC Holiday Spectacular is a remedy for the winter blues, designed to infuse the season with 'dazzle, shine, and glitter.' By blending holiday classics with pop anthems from icons like Elton John and Lady Gaga, Stensberg aims to create a transformative experience for the 20,000 attendees. His hope is that audiences leave not just entertained, but inspired to treat others with kindness and find moments of joy and self-care in their daily lives.
https://www.kron4.com/video/san-francisco-gay-mens-chorus-holiday-concert/11327841/Jake Stensberg appeared on CBS News to share how the San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus is “turning up the heat this winter” with 300 singers. He describes bringing “more light, more brilliance, more shine” through music from Lady Gaga, Elton John, Cher, and “White Christmas” with their own flair. Audiences can expect kick lines, boas, costumes, dancers, and lights that highlight Bay Area creativity, innovation, and inclusivity. Jake says performing feels like “singing around the piano with your family,” where every person plays a critical role, and he hopes audiences leave the concert “transformed.”
https://www.cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/video/the-san-francisco-gay-mens-chorus-is-back-with-its-2025-holiday-spectacular/The Chorus lost its long-time NEA grant. In the interview, Jacob Stensberg said the decision brings “rage, anger, like someone is trying to minimize you, tell you your stories don't matter.” He continues to guide the Chorus as it prepares for its Pride concert and works to support its education programs.
https://www.ktvu.com/news/sf-gay-mens-chorus-sfjazz-reeling-after-sudden-trump-administration-grant-cuts
“Joy, Camp, and Classic Broadway” SFGMC celebrates show tunes
The Bay Area Reporter previews “Broadway, Our Way,” a dynamic San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus concert celebrating classic musical theater through a joyful, queer lens. Led by Artistic Director Jacob…
jacobstensberg_7iatndMarch 16, 2025
Since becoming artistic director in 2022, he has led the San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus with a focus on artistic growth, community connection, and meaningful performance. The Chorus is known for its holiday concerts, collaborations with the San Francisco Symphony, and national anthem appearances at major sporting events. His recognition by the San Francisco Business Times highlights his commitment to musical excellence and to strengthening and celebrating the LGBTQ arts community in the Bay Area.
https://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2024/06/06/business-of-pride-jake-stensberg.html
“When We All Come Together With a Shared Goal, Anything Can Happen”
In an interview with the San Francisco Bay Times, Jacob Stensberg reflects on his first holiday season as Artistic Director of the San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus and the collective…
jacobstensberg_7iatndDecember 1, 2022


