Fire Shut Up in My Bones

Fire Shut Up in My Bones
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Mortensen Hall at The Bushnell- 8 PM

Fire Shut Up in My Bones – Promotional Toolkit

Thank you for helping us spread the word about Fire Shut Up in My Bones! As a groundbreaking opera blending jazz, gospel, and classical music, this powerful production—based on the memoir by Charles M. Blow—delivers an emotional and unforgettable experience.

Inside this toolkit, you’ll find everything you need to easily share this incredible production with your friends, family, and community. Whether posting on social media, sending an email, or printing a flyer, your support will help bring new audiences to this must-see event. We will be updating this page with more social media content.

Like and Follow Hartford Symphony on these platforms:

How to Use This Toolkit

  • Share on Social Media – Use our ready-made graphics and captions to post about the show. Be sure to tag @hartfordsymphony in your posts!
  • Send an Email Invitation – A personal recommendation goes a long way!
  • Spread the Word in Person – Print a flyer or mention the show to friends and family. You can also reach out to Ashley Fedigan for printed pieces.

Thank you for being a champion for Fire Shut Up in My Bones! Your voice makes a difference in filling the seats and ensuring this story reaches as many people as possible. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Ashley Fedigan, Director of Marketing & Public Relations for any additional needs.

Promotional Assets

Program*
Blanchard Suite from Malcolm X †
Blanchard Suite from Harriet †
Blanchard Suite from Blackkklansman †
Blanchard Fire Shut Up In My Bones Concert Suite ‡

† created from films scored by Terence Blanchard
‡ Eleven (11) arias & excerpts from the Opera by Terence Blanchard

*Program subject to change

Guest Artists: 

Terence Blanchard: http://www.terenceblanchard.com/
Terence Blanchard Image

Will Liverman: https://www.willliverman.com/
Will Liverman Image

Janinah Burnett: https://www.janinahburnett.com/home
Janinah Burnett Image

HSO Scheduled social posts:

  • 3/20 3:30 PM Instagram and Facebook- Post promoting Terence Blanchard’s Film Scores
  • 3/24 11:15 AM Instagram Facebook and Linkedin- Concert Info- CTA Get Tickets!
  • 3/26 12 PM Instagram Facebook and Linkedin- Video content of June Archer inviting patrons to attend.

Here are a few email templates that you can use as is, or edit them to add a personal touch. Please reach out the HSO Marketing team if you need any additional information.

*Please reach out to Ashley Fedigan (860-760-7317) if you would like hard copies of the posters or postcard to distribute.