Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition

GLAMA Presents, Iona Fyfe in Concert
2023-08-06 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | Crawlspace Comedy Theatre @ KNAC, 315 W. Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States
GLAMA Presents, Iona Fyfe in Concert
One of Scotland’s finest singers, Iona Fyfe, will be sharing her award-winning voice with us. A fierce advocate of the Scots language, Fyfe performs traditional, folk, and pop music arrangements that bring her roots to life.
She will perform a two-hour concert at The Crawlspace Theatre on August 6th, from 7 pm-9 pm. Sponsored by GLAMA, The Great Lakes Acoustic Music Association.

Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo Artist Happy Hour
2023-07-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Crawlspace Comedy Theatre @ KNAC, 315 W. Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States
Artist Happy Hour – Creating Space at the Kalamazoo Non-Profit Advocacy Coalition
Having a safe, accessible, and collaborative space is paramount to the creativity, productivity, and overall success of working artists. Artists are often required to create space for themselves, both physically and mentally. We’ll chat with our panelists about the physical spaces in Kalamazoo and how to create space, take up space as artists, and give ourselves space to rest and recover. Arts Council Members, Artists, Organizations, and Space-Makers will be able to connect with each other directly.
The panelists for this discussion are Dann Sytsma, Board President of the KNAC, Yolonda Lavender, founder of Soul Artistry LLC and The Space, and Gabriel Giron, Executive Director of Speak It Forward, Inc. This one-of-a-kind event will occur at the Crawlspace Comedy Theatre, located in the Kalamazoo Non-Profit Advocacy Coalition Building in downtown Kalamazoo at 315 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. Complimentary food and drinks are provided. The event is free to attend, but registration is required.

Crawlspace Comedy Theatre Presents: Mike Cotayo
2023-06-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Crawlspace Comedy Theatre @ KNAC, 315 W. Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States

Parenting with Positive Discipline
2023-06-01 18:30 - 20:00, 2023-05-25 18:30 - 20:00, 2023-05-18 18:30 - 20:00, 2023-05-11 18:30 - 20:00, 2023-05-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2023-04-27 18:30 - 20:00 | Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition, 315 W. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States

The City of Kalamazoo Presents: Historic Preservation Awards of Merit
2023-05-31 15:30 - 20:30 | Crawlspace Comedy Theatre @ KNAC, 315 W. Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States

GLAMA Presents: Masterclass & Concert with Jen Sygit
2023-05-27 16:00 - 21:30 | Crawlspace Comedy Theatre @ KNAC, 315 W. Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States
Sometimes traditional, sometimes contemporary, always imbued with a raw honesty, Lansing based Independent Music Award winning songwriter Jen Sygit wields a rare and powerful talent that seems equally comfortable performing ethereal folk tunes, crooning sultry swing numbers or soulfully belting gritty alt country ballads. An accomplished multi-instrumentalist who isn’t afraid to test boundaries and cross genres, Jen’s eclectic musical style draws the listener in and holds them captivated. Her poignant lyrics tinged with a delicate melancholy, reveal an oft-overlooked beauty to life’s mundane struggles while offering the occasional glimpse into the plight of a modern day troubadour.

JEN SYGIT ONLINE
WEBSITE: jensygit.com
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/jen.sygit
FACEBOOK FAN PAGE: @Sygvicious
TWITTER: @Sygvicious
INSTAGRAM: @Sygvicious
EMAIL: sygvicious@gmail.com

Matthew Fries Trio w/ Special Guest Emily Braden
2023-05-26 19:30 - 21:30 | Crawlspace Comedy Theatre @ KNAC, 315 W. Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States

All Ears Theatre Presents: The Strange Case of Jekyll & Hyde
2023-05-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition, 315 W. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States

Tye Chua Dance Presents: The Nightingale
2023-05-13 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-05-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition, 315 W. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States

Exciting News! Press Conference, Free Concert, Reception & Building Tours
2023-05-04 15:30 - 18:00 | Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition, 315 W. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States
The KNAC Capital Campaign Cabinet is thrilled to share major announcements regarding the transformation of the historic First Baptist Church building into a performing arts center and an entrepreneurial incubator. Following our important announcements, enjoy a free concert in KNAC’s exquisite performance hall, featuring some of Kalamazoo’s finest musical talent. A reception will directly follow the performance.
Press Conference / 3:30pm

Jeff K. Ross, Campaign Co-Chair
Dann Sytsma, KNAC Board President
Statements from Representative Rogers and Senator McCann that will be read by Dann Sytsma
Sharon Ferraro, Historic Preservationist and KNAC Board Member
Qianna Decker, City Commissioner and KNAC Board Member

Concert Performances / 4:15pm

Barry Ross, KSO Concertmaster Emeritus: Violin
Alexander Bosak, Studio of Annie Leong: Piano
Kemar Williams, WMU School of Theatre & Dance: Music Theatre Performance
Marcell Whitfield, WMU School of Music: Vocal Performance from the Studio of Rhea Olivacce
Ivan Tai, The Crescendo Music Academy: Violin with JJ Treadway: Piano Accompanist
Cindy Hunter: Piano Accompanist

Event Reception / 5:00pm

Building Tours will be available by KNAC Staff

Edison Jazz Fest, WMU Jazz and Kzoo Jazz Presents: International Jazz Day
2023-04-30 19:00 - 21:30 | Crawlspace Comedy Theatre @ KNAC, 315 W. Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States

All Ears Theatre Presents The Bird Who Made Milk
2023-04-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition, 315 W. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States

All Ears Theatre Auditions: The Bird Who Made Milk / WMU Student Written Production
2023-03-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-03-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition, 315 W. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States

Farmers Alley: Rent Auditions
2023-02-15 14:00 - 17:00, 2023-02-14 17:30 - 22:00 | Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition, 315 W. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States

Orchestra Rouh Concert
2023-01-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition, 315 W. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States
