The Creative Hive September

The Creative Hive, September 12, Alumni Theater Company

Thursday, September 12, 20245:30 - 7:30PM

Alumni Theater Company (6601 Hamilton Ave., Homewood)

This event is wheelchair accessible

Free

The Creative Hive is a monthly networking event designed to provide a friendly and casual space for artists, creatives, art educators, culture bearers, and arts administrators to establish and foster professional relationships.

Program highlights include:

  • Free and tailored to artists, creatives, art educators, culture bearers, and arts administrators.
  • No program, no agenda – just show up with a desire to network and connect.
  • Be a part of creating stronger connections and bonds, especially between disciplines and roles, to improve the breadth and strength of our sector.
  • Non/alcoholic beverages provided, as well as an assortment of finger foods, including vegan options, catered by Bistro to Go.

This month's Creative Hive will be held immediately after a free Town Hall, where we will discuss the findings of our 5-year strategic plan from 3:30-5 p.m. If you'd like to register for both events, please also visit our Town Hall event page in addition to registering for The Creative Hive below.

Sponsored by: Lolev Beer, located at 5247 Butler St. in Lawrenceville, with support from Barrel & Flow

Sign-up HERE!

Safe(r) Space Policy and Community Agreements: By registering for this event, you agree to abide to the Arts Council's Safe(r) Space Policy and Community Agreements

Venue Info: Alumni Theater Company (ATC) operates a year-round program providing talented Black youth in grades 6-12 with high quality performing arts training and a platform to express their ideas. The company is in its 15th season of creating bold theatrical work that gives fresh voice to the experience of young Black artists and highlights their rich contribution to our community.

The Creative Hive Hosts

Gloria Mwarage (she/her)

Black woman wearing glasses, a colorful scarf, dark jacket, and a light cap
Host of The Creative Hive, July 2024 Gloria Mwarage aka GNM is a multi-instrumental, multi-genre, musician based in Pittsburgh. She earned her B.S. in Audio Production from Carnegie Mellon University, and released her first album, “Search For Home,” in December 2022. The debut EP from GLO-TREE, her ambient flute and guitar duo with classically trained flutist Trē Abalos, is anticipated to be released in July 2024.

Dr. Tahirah Walker (she/her)

A smiling Black woman with black-and-gray hair, large circular dangly earrings, a chain necklace, and a bright blue top. She's posing outside in front of a brick wall covered with greenery
Host of The Creative Hive, January-December 2024

Tahirah Walker is an assistant professor in the Department of Community Engagement & Leadership at Point Park University's Rowland School of Business. She holds a Ph.D. in Communication and Rhetorical Studies. Tahirah enjoys books, books, books, music, visual art, and her beautiful supportive family. Tahirah is inspired by a wide range of writers, musicians, and visual artists including Deesha Philyaw, Brian Broome, Kiese Laymon, Yona Harvey, Stevie Wonder, Kara Walker, Reyna Noriega, and the incomparable noteholder mezzo soprano like no other, Whitney Elizabeth Houston.

Event accessibility is our priority

The Arts Council is committed to making its programs accessible to everyone - even virtual events. If you require an accommodation or service to fully participate in this event, please email events@pittsburghartscouncil.org at least two weeks prior to the event. Event accommodations may include ASL; Open Captioning; Audio Description; digital, large-print or Braille materials, etc. If an accommodation would be helpful and the lead time is less than two weeks, please let us know so we can make every effort to help you fully participate. To learn more, check out our Event Accessibility page.