All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914

The return of a beloved Latté Da tradition.

On a cold Christmas Eve along the Western Front, as soldiers sat on opposite sides of the battlefield, something extraordinary happened. The guns fell silent. Emerging into no-man’s-land, enemies met not with violence, but with song. Drawn from letters, diaries and firsthand accounts, this profoundly moving piece is told through stirring a cappella harmonies that illuminate a fleeting moment of shared humanity in the midst of war.

In a world that feels increasingly polarized and entrenched, this story of soldiers stepping out of their trenches to sing together offers not naïve sentimentality, but radical empathy and an invitation to rediscover the light that can emerge even in the darkest of times.

Content Warnings/Age Recommendations

This performance contains themes of war, violence, loss, grief and sacrifice, as well as references to battlefield injuries, death, and military weapons. Theatrical haze is also present. Recommended for ages 11 and older with parent/guardian discretion.

Themes

This show highlights a true moment that seemed unlikely, or even impossible. What is something you envision for today’s world that others might consider unlikely or impossible?

Accessibility

Many performance venues offer accessibility accommodations such as wheelchair seating, assistive listening, sensory ear plugs, ASL interpretation, open captioning, or audio description, among other options. These accommodations are specific to each event, and may not be available everywhere. When registering with us, please let us know what accommodations you need and we will follow up with you!

Transportation

If you do not have access to a ride, call Project Success and we can provide transportation for you. Please let us know if you need a ride when you make your reservation. We will need at least 2 days’ notice to set up transportation.