Name: Angels Unwares
Start: 2027-04-08T19:30:00-04:00
End: 2027-04-08T21:00:00-04:00
Location: Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph

Angels Unwares

Awe-inspiring and multicultural sacred music experiences made accessible to everyone for a kinder world.www.maccbrooklyn.orgWho we are:Music at Co-Cath is the acclaimed music ministry of The Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Brooklyn, directed by Alejandro Zuleta.What we do:We elevate liturgy through awe-inspiring and multicultural sacred music which has led to the development of our “concert plus” season.  We believe that these experiences lift our spirits and contribute to the creation of a kinder, more generous world.  We work within our Prospect Heights community, and we are passionate to make what we do available and accessible to all.What is "Concert Plus"?We enhance the typical concert experience through embodying the work fully.  Bringing to life sacred vocal music through movement and action to tell these stories in a more personal way.  We hope this will help audiences find new and meaningful connections with this art form.Why Awe-Inspiring?Awe is shown to change our perception of time, boost feelings of connectedness, increase positive mood, increase our sense of belonging, and make us kinder and more generous.  We believe that the way we perform sacred music is fun, exciting, and beautiful, but most of all, we know it is awe-inspiring.Why Multicultural?We are based in one of the most diverse communities in the United States.  As a way of generating trans-cultural conversations, we want people to not only feel represented in what we do, but also to experience what other cultures have contributed to this art form.

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Music at Co-Cath Opens concludes its 2026-2027 season with a James MacMillan masterpiece

Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph

Music at Co-Cath (MACC) concludes its 2026–2027 season, That We Are Here Is a Miracle, with James MacMillan's Angels Unawares. Commissioned by the Vatican and inspired by Pope Francis's reflections on migration and encounter, Angels Unawares takes its title from the biblical passage in Hebrews 13:2:<blockquote>"Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing so some have entertained angels without knowing it."</blockquote>Through music of extraordinary emotional depth, MacMillan reflects on migration, compassion, belonging, and the dignity shared by every human being. Rather than offering simple answers, the work invites audiences into a space of reflection—asking us to consider what it means to welcome one another and how acts of encounter have the power to transform both guest and host.Through immersive choral theater, Music at Co-Cath transforms the Co-Cathedral into a place of contemplation, empathy, and shared humanity.In a world where division often dominates the conversation, Angels Unawares offers something increasingly rare: an opportunity to gather with others, listen deeply, and experience a work of art that reminds us of our common humanity. Like every Music at Co-Cath production, each performance exists only once, shaped by the people who come together to share it.<blockquote>"One of the greatest challenges of our time is learning to see one another fully," says Artistic Director Alejandro Zuleta. "Angels Unawares reminds us that behind every journey, every displacement, and every act of welcome is a human being with hopes, fears, and dreams not unlike our own. The work asks us to move beyond labels and differences and recognize the dignity we all share. In many ways, it is the perfect conclusion to a season dedicated to the miracle of being here together."</blockquote>As the final chapter of That We Are Here Is a Miracle, Angels Unawares explores the act of encounter, reminding us that some of life's most meaningful transformations begin simply by choosing to truly see one another.All performances are free and open to the public with a suggested donation of $25.

<h3>About MACC</h3>Led by Artistic Director Alejandro Zuleta and Associate Director Cristina María Castro, Music at Co-Cath blends live music, storytelling, and theatrical design to create sacred concerts that feel immediate and alive. <h3>Support MACC</h3>Music at Co-Cath is an acclaimed immersive choral theater ensemble based at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn. Through innovative productions that blend live music, storytelling, movement, and theatrical imagination, MACC reimagines sacred music as a living art form that is welcoming, multicultural, intellectually engaging, and deeply human.Every performance is free and open to the public, ensuring world-class artistry remains accessible to all while fostering meaningful community through shared artistic experiences.Donate when you reserve your ticket or in person at any MACC performance.

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