Andrea Gibson’s Love Letter from the Afterlife

Andrea Gibson’s Love Letter from the Afterlife
with Megan Falley, the Chicago Philharmonic, and Extremely Special Guests

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Date: November 21, 2026
Time: 8:00 PM
Venue: The Auditorium

You’re invited to experience Andrea Gibson’s Love Letter from the Afterlife with Megan Falley, the Chicago Philharmonic, and Extremely Special Guests. This multimedia event brings together film, live poetry, music, and intimate storytelling in celebration of one of the most beloved voices of a generation.

At the heart of the evening is the film Love Letter from the Afterlife which captured Andrea Gibson’s final live performance: a brilliant, brave, tender, and raucous poetry set recorded at Denver’s Paramount Theatre in 2024. The Chicago Philharmonic will perform Blake Neely’s original score live, creating a deeply immersive experience that expands the poetry beyond the screen. The film was produced by the team behind the Oscar-nominated documentary Come See Me in the Good Light.

Guest artists will join throughout the night, coupled with film and performances that will transform each stop into a living, breathing composition and a singular celebration of Gibson’s work. Threading the night together is Megan Falley, Andrea’s wife and fellow poet, who will share intimate stories of love, collaboration, humor, and artistic kinship. Through Falley’s narration, audiences will discover the relationships and moments of serendipity connecting each guest artist to Andrea’s life and enduring legacy.

Part concert, part cinema, part communal celebration, the Love Letter from the Afterlife tour invites audiences to experience Andrea Gibson’s work the way it has always been meant to be experienced: together.

About the Chicago Philharmonic

Founded in 1989 by musicians of the Lyric Opera Orchestra, the Chicago Philharmonic Society is dedicated to reimagining the orchestra concert experience. With nearly 200 musician members and a unique system of musician governance, Chicago Philharmonic is recognized as one of the most versatile, innovative, and ambitious orchestras in the country.

Chicago Philharmonic proudly collaborates with the world’s greatest artists across multiple genres. Past partnerships include Lady Gaga, Tony Bennett, Joshua Bell, Kishi Bashi, The Joffrey Ballet, English National Ballet, Tank and the Bangas, William Basinski, American Ballet Theatre, Ryan Speedo Green, and more.

Since Crain’s Chicago Business 40 Under 40 honoree Terell Johnson became Executive Director in 2021, the orchestra has continued to expand its artistic reach and push the boundaries of symphonic performance. Notable recent milestones include a history-making debut at Lollapalooza as the first orchestra to perform at the festival, a sold-out Carnegie Hall debut with Sleeping At Last, and a world premiere tribute to Whitney Houston at Ravinia Festival. From groundbreaking live film concerts to dynamic collaborations with today’s most exciting artists, Chicago Philharmonic remains at the forefront of innovation and inclusion in the city’s performing arts landscape.