(WHIPPANY, NJ) -- Harmonium Choral Society is hosting an evening of music and conversation with HRH Crown Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil and his husband, HH Prince deAndre, Duke of Hanumanteshwar, on their 2025 USA PRIDE MONTH TOUR: Human Rights Advocacy, on Friday, June 13, 2025 at the Ukrainian American Cultural Center (60 N Jefferson Rd) in Whippany. Showtime is 7:00pm.
As India’s first openly gay royal and a direct descendant of one of India’s oldest dynasties, Prince Manvendra’s story made international news in 2006 when he came out as a homosexual, his family disowned him, and effigies of him were burned in public. Today, he is an internationally recognized human rights advocate. His journey is a testament to courage, resilience, and the power of truth.
The prince’s inspiring story will be interwoven with several musical selections. Harmonium singers, directed by Anne Matlack, will be joined by flutist Kris Lamb and the prince who will play the harmonium, an Indian musical instrument. Light refreshments will be provided by Jim Knight of Michelin Flavors Catering.
The prince’s husband, an American by birth, and part of the first same-sex royal marriage in modern history, will join Prince Manvendra to share moments from their time together, which are highlighted in their recently published memoir, A Royal Commitment: Ten Years of Marriage and Activism. Although they will not be traveling with books, they are happy to sign books for those who have them.
Together, HRH Prince Manvendra and HH Prince DeAndre continue to champion human rights, breaking barriers and reshaping history through advocacy, education, and lived experience. This tour extends beyond literary promotion; it is a movement for activism, advocacy, and leadership in the ongoing fight for global equality.
There will be time for questions and conversation with Princes Manvendra and DeAndre. Preregistration is requested here.
For more information about 2025 PRIDE MONTH TOUR: Human Rights Advocacy, please visit their website TheGayRoyals.com. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Lakshya Trust, an Indian nonprofit established by the prince to help the LGBTQ+ community.
Harmonium Choral Society is dedicated to ensuring that all of their patrons are able to enjoy the arts equally. If you need a large print program or have accessibility needs, questions, or concerns, please contact them at least two weeks prior to the performance, and they will assist you in the best manner we have available. They are always looking to make your experience better, and they welcome your input.
Funding has been made possible in part by Morris Arts through the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a partner of the National Endowment for the Arts and by funds from New Jersey The Cultural Trust.
Directed by Dr. Anne J. Matlack since 1987, Harmonium Choral Society is one of New Jersey's leading choral arts organizations. The 100-voice chorus has been recognized for its musical excellence and innovative programming and has commissioned over 30 works by contemporary composers to keep the choral arts vibrant and alive. In addition, the High School Student Choral Composition Contest has won the prestigious Chorus America Education and Outreach Award. Harmonium also sponsors musicianship workshops and an outreach chorus that performs in schools, retirement facilities, and other venues.
