Limited Tickets Available
Brand New Day Brunch
Saturday, September 27
11am - 1pm
Tickets: $100
Join us for an inspiring afternoon of brunch, conversation, and entertainment as Monteze shares his vision for the future of theatre in our community. Hear firsthand about our bold new artistic initiatives and the transformative impact your partnership makes possible.
This intimate gathering will also honor ATC’s growth and achievements under the leadership of Executive Director Bridgette Perdue.
Hosted by the dynamic Reginald L. Douglas, the event will feature performances by songstress Charlese Dawson and the ATC Young Artist Ensemble.
With delicious food, lively conversation, and show-stopping performances, this is more than a gathering—it’s a celebration of creativity and the future of ATC.
We look forward to sharing this moment with you!
About Monteze Freeland
Monteze Freeland, our new Artistic Director, is a dynamic force in American theater. With over 30 years of experience, Monteze is a multi-hyphenate artist: actor, director, writer, producer, mentor, and advocate for Black storytelling and creative education.
As a performer, he’s appeared in countless productions, including Little Shop of Horrors, The Piano Lesson, Hamlet, and Dreamgirls —lighting up stages across Pittsburgh.
As a director, Monteze’s work includes The Coffin Maker, Hairspray, Hero: The Boy From Troy, Fat Ham, and I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, with projects presented at the Edinburgh International Festival, International Black Theatre Festival, and beyond.
As a writer, his powerful and imaginative work—like Kalopsia The Musical and JH: Mechanics of a Legend—has been commissioned by ASOLO Rep, City Theatre, Alumni Theater Company, and more.
Monteze has held leadership roles at City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, and Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company. He brings to ATC a legacy of joyful rigor, community building, and bold, Black creativity.
