Kelly Strayhorn Theater

07/03/2025

We made this cheesy video starring our co-executive directors, Melanie Paglia and Joseph Hall, just for you! Get a load of the great lines and the perfect eye contact with the camera. 😉 📸

Get ready to party with a purpose! When you join us for House Party: Lavender Wave, you’re not just stepping into an unforgettable night of immersive vibes and celebration; you’re helping uplift our exhilarating Fall Season!

🎟️: https://bit.ly/ksthouseparty2025

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06/26/2025

Have you found your signature look for House Party: Lavender Wave on Saturday, July 12, yet!? 💜✨👗

Bring your rhinestones, lace, leather, and sparkly dancing shoes, and get ready to join us in the immersive atmosphere.

Don't forget to grab your tickets while you plan your look! We can't wait to see everyone's creative attire. 👠

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06/24/2025

Get to know our 2025 House Party Artists who will be exploring their creative visions on Saturday, July 12. 💜✨💥

House Party: Lavender Wave brings together a dynamic group of artists whose work spans identities, disciplines, and mediums. The evening offers a rich tapestry of creative expression from Scott Andrew’s bold visual storytelling to Jasmine Hearn’s embodied dance performance and Zuly Inirio’s powerful, truth-telling vocals.

The energy builds with Soy Sos’s immersive soundscapes and Madame Trio’s genre-melting DJ sets that ignite the dance floor. Danielle “Whuttie” Stewart rounds out the night with vibrant face painting and joyful presence. Together, these artists craft an unforgettable music, movement, and community celebration.

Secure your spot for House Party via the link in bio. 🎟️

06/20/2025

We're getting closer to House Party: Lavender Wave on Saturday, July 12! 💜✨

The Lavender Wave rose high as we welcomed guests to the House Party Host Committee Mixer at Gerald Lee Morosco Architects’ office!

A heartfelt thank you to Jerry Morosco for opening his beautiful space to us and to the dedicated host committee for helping spread the word about our annual summer fundraiser.

📸 Don’t miss the photo album captured by Randall Coleman: http://bit.ly/4e5xveW

🎟️ Have you grabbed your VIP Reception and dance party tickets yet? 👀
https://bit.ly/ksthouseparty2025

06/19/2025

“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” – Dr. Maya Angelou ❤️

As we celebrate Juneteenth, a day of emancipation, resilience, and Black liberation, we uplift the voice and vision of Dr. Maya Angelou. Her poetry, activism, and powerful presence inspired generations of Black freedom fighters. 💚

Angelou’s words still ring true in our present day, calling us to remember that freedom is forged together, that creative expression can challenge systems, and that joy is a form of power. 💛

We are honored to carry her spirit forward by centering and uplifting Black and q***r artists, whose stories push the boundaries of freedom and visibility. ✊🏽

On this Juneteenth, we remember that the work of liberation is unfinished, but together we can take the stage and keep the movement going. 💥

06/17/2025

Join the movement of House Party: Lavender Wave by showing out and being part of our volunteer team! 💜 🌊

By joining our volunteer team, you're not just lending a hand – you're becoming a part of the pulse-pounding spectacle that is Kelly Strayhorn Theater's Annual Fundraiser! Whether you're weaving magic with decorations, ensuring every guest feels like a superstar, or keeping the vibes flowing at the food area, you're helping us create an experience that's nothing short of legendary. 💥🔥

Please sign up via the form by June 30 if you are interested: https://forms.gle/dXivKuKwZRwsEhn89 📝

📸 Randall Coleman

06/16/2025

06/13/2025

KST, in collaboration with our generous partner Citizens is excited to host two free, virtual-only financial workshops, open to artists and anyone interested. These sessions are designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools you need to build a stronger financial future. 💥

We’d love your input on which topics would be most helpful to you. Your feedback will help us create workshops that best serve your needs. Share your thoughts with us via the link in our bio! 💚🩷

📸: Chad Isaiah

06/11/2025

Are you ready for our annual summer benefit House Party: Lavender Wave on Saturday, July 12!? 🔥 💜

KST is more than a space; it’s a home rooted in the liberation of Black and q***r communities, uplifting the resilience of those who’ve turned pain into power and oppression into bold celebrations of resistance. House Party: Lavender Wave pays tribute to mid-20th-century LGBTQ+ trailblazers whose courage sparks a revolution that still inspires us today to act up and fight back.

We celebrate the fierce strength of collective uprising with arts —a call to stand together, to reclaim our joy and our futures. Get ready for a night of exceptional performances, a bumping dance floor, and mesmerizing looks. At the VIP Reception, experience the energy of dance artist Jasmine Hearn, the electrifying vocals of operatic soprano Zuly Inirio, and stunning visuals from media artist Scott Andrew. All proceeds support KST’s fall season of programming.

Joy, resistance, and community—this is where it all comes alive! 🌊

🎟️ VIP Reception and Dance Party Tickets: https://bit.ly/ksthouseparty2025

05/30/2025

We were so joyful to see everyone's bright and shining faces Saturday morning at Owning Our Future: A Symposium on BIPOC Institutional Ownership. Thank you to everyone who came out early and shared conversations, pastries, and coffee with us! ☀️☕💙

Thank you to F. Javier Torres—Campos for sharing insightful views on what contributes to involuntary displacement, highlighting effective preservation strategies, and exploring the importance of ownership models for cultural preservation. 🗣️

Thank you to Natalie Sweet, Jasiri X, Lara M. Evans, and Shaddai Livingston for participating in the Transformative Operational Practices panel. Through their words, attendees learned about innovative working and programmatic models within BIPOC-led cultural institutions. 💥

Thank you to Pittsburgh's legendary griot Terri Baltimore for leading the trolley tour around East Liberty. 🚎

Thank you to Khamil Bailey, Cierra Peters and Tomashi Jackson, Ken Ikeda, Darren Isom, and Derrick Tillman for creating the atmosphere during our second panel of the day, Radical Financial Innovations. 💰

Shout out to Miss Joy and Darlene for providing yummy treats all weekend! 🍓💖

📸 Owning Our Future: A Symposium on BIPOC Institutional Ownership: Mark Simpson