Introducing myself + group events this February!

Hi friends,

I wanted to introduce myself as the People of Color Tessitura Community’s new Co-Chair. I’m Kaylee (pronounced KAH-lee, like “Cali” in California) and am currently the Education Manager for Data and Career Development at Roundabout Theatre Company in New York City. I’ve been with Roundabout for a bit over a year, but have lived in New York City for almost five years and have three years of professional experience using Tessitura.

I’ve worked in the arts administration industry on and off for the last eight years and have found community with other BIPOC folks to be essential to my professional growth and satisfaction. It’s safe to say that I have years up my belt of being the “one” on my team, or “one of a few” in the entire organization. I’m immensely thankful to my mentors and colleagues of color who have supported my journey in the industry and have made me feel less alone. As part of the planning team for this group, I’m excited to facilitate more opportunities for us to connect so that more of these sustaining and fulfilling relationships can grow.

That all being said, I’m excited to share some upcoming events with y’all for February:

1. Calling all New Yorkers – In-person Jonah Night on February 29

Since two Co-Chairs (Corey Smith and myself) of this group are currently based in NYC, we wanted to offer an in-person opportunity to convene over a night of networking and live theatre. You are invited to a reception at a bar in Midtown from 5:30 – 6:30 PM, and the 7PM show of Jonah. You may attend either or both. Please note that Jonah is an emotionally intense and potentially triggering play – please review the content advisory closely before deciding to attend.

Please RVSP here. The deadline to RVSP is February 16.  

2. Happy Black History Month! – Virtual Black-only Community meeting

If you would like to attend a Black-only Community meeting for February, please complete your availability below so that the planning team can choose the best possible time:

3. Affinity Group virtual Open House event on February 21

Please join us at the Tessitura Affinity Groups virtual open house event on Wednesday, February 21, 11:30am – 12:30pm EST and learn more about other Tessitura Community groups! In addition to the People of Color group, there will be four other groups presenting: LGBTQIA+, Neurodiversity & Mental Wellness, People with Disabilities, and Women in Tech.

Learn more about the event and register here.   

We hope that you’ll be able to come to one or more of these events!