- Phone : 216-795-7077
- Email : ctix@karamuhouse.org
Homecoming: Celebrating the completion of
Phase III Renovations
Since 2017, Karamu has brought new life to it’s historic home including upgrades to two theatres, interior and exterior renovations, a new marquee, plus the addition of a bistro and a fully enclosed pavilion. Come see for yourself!
Tony F. Sias
PRESIDENT + CEO
Homecoming Benefit: July 13, 2024
Tickets on Sale Now!
Cashless event. Please use debit/credit card and mobile pay options
VIP Tickets $250
5:30PM Cocktail + Hors d’oeuvre Reception
6PM – 7PM Program
Karamu House Gallery + Jelliffe Theatre
General Admission Tickets $175
6:30PM Cocktail Reception
7:15PM Mainstage – Welcome Address
Under the Big Tent
7:30PM – 11PM
Tour newly renovated spaces
Enjoy live performances and interactive experiences
Taste fantastic fare and libations
Dance the night away under the Big Tent
Homecoming Community Day: July 14, 2024
Cashless event. Please use debit/credit card and mobile pay options
Karamu is excited to welcome you into the House for Homecoming 2024 Community Day on Sunday, July 14th from 2 PM to 6 PM. Join us as we induct new honorees into the Karamu Hall of Fame and celebrate the end of Summer Arts Academy with a performance from our young scholar-artists. You don’t want to miss the ribbon cutting on the new plaza at E.89th and Quincy Avenue and tour the newly renovated spaces!
COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE
2PM – Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
3PM – Tours of the newly renovated spaces
4PM – E. 89th & Quincy Plaza Ribbon Cutting
4PM – The Boy Who Kissed the Sky by Karamu Arts Academy – Jelliffe Theatre
5PM – The Boy Who Kissed the Sky by Karamu Arts Academy – Jelliffe Theatre
Hall of Fame 2024 Inductees
Annette Bailey
Local Legend | Administrator
Peter Lawson Jones
Local Legend | Performer
Reginald “Reggie” Kelly
Local Legend (Posthumous) | Creative
Registration Available Now!
The Boy Who Kissed the Sky by Idris Goodwin | Directed by Maya Nicholson
Set in the heart of Seattle’s Central District to the rhythms that shaped a generation, The Boy Who Kissed the Sky, is inspired by the early life and influences of Seattle native and musical icon Jimi Hendrix. The early era of rock ‘n roll music sets the stage as a young Black boy conjures his creativity as a budding guitarist. Guided by the spirit of music itself, the boy learns to find harmony inside the challenging noises of his life. Told with vibrant music and daring imagination, this play inspires us to dream big when it matters most.
The show is performed by the students of Karamu’s Summer Arts Academy and is crewed by the students of Karamu’s new technical theatre workforce development program, Upstage. Proudly funded by The City of Cleveland and PNC Bank.
Run time: 35 minutes
SUMMER ARTS SHOW @ 4:30PM
Venue: The Cleveland Foundation Jelliffe Theatre
SUMMER ARTS SHOW @ 5:30PM
Venue: The Cleveland Foundation Jelliffe Theatre
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
Presenting Sponsor
(1 Available)
$50k
Event Benefits
- Presenting Sponsor recognition on all Homecoming event collateral + digital program
- Big Tent Branding
- 3-minute remarks on mainstage
- 16 VIP tickets + sponsor reception, including food and drink
'24-'25 Theatre Season Benefits
- Karamu House Tour with President + CEO (up to 20 people based on availability)
- Three thirty-day ads on the Karamu House Streetscape Marquee
- 6 tickets for every Karamu Mainstage production in the season Full-page ad and name recognition in Karamu House theatre playbills 20% Discount at Gift Shop
- Full-page ad and name recognition in Karamu House theatre playbills
- 20% Discount at Gift Shop
Architect
(1 Available)
$25k
Event Benefits
- Mainstage Branding
- Recognition on all Homecoming event collateral + digital program
- 8 VIP tickets + sponsor reception, including food and drink
'24-'25 Theatre Season Benefits
- One thirty-day ad on the Karamu House Streetscape Marquee
- 4 tickets for every Karamu House Mainstage production in the season
- Half-page ad and name recognition in Karamu House theatre playbills
- 20% Discount at Gift Shop
Designer
(4 Available)
$20k
Event Benefits
- Performance space branding (4 available)
- Recognition on all Homecoming event collateral + digital program
- 6 VIP tickets + sponsor reception, including food and drink
'24-'25 Theatre Season Benefits
- One thirty-day ad on the Karamu House Streetscape Marquee
- 6 tickets for any Karamu House Mainstage production
- Half-page ad and name recognition in Karamu House theatre playbills
- 10% Discount at Gift Shop
Builder
(4 Available)
$15k
Event Benefits
- Logo/Name recognition on bars (Tent Bar + Theatre Lounge)
- Recognition on all Homecoming event collateral + digital program
- 4 VIP tickets + sponsor reception, including food and drink
'24-'25 Theatre Season Benefits
- 4 tickets for any Karamu House Mainstage production
- Name recognition in Karamu House theatre playbills
- 10% Discount at Gift Shop
Craftsman
(4 Available)
$10k
Event Benefits
- Logo/Name recognition at valet entrance (large banners at parking lot entry)
- Recognition on all Homecoming event collateral + digital program
- 4 VIP tickets + sponsor reception, including food and drink
'24-'25 Theatre Season Benefits
- 4 tickets for any Karamu House Mainstage production
- Name recognition in Karamu House theatre playbills
- 10% Discount at Gift Shop
Apprentice
(10 Available)
$5k
Event Benefits
- Name recognition on tabletops
- Recognition on all Homecoming event collateral + digital program
- 4 VIP tickets + sponsor reception, including food and drink
'24-'25 Theatre Season Benefits
- 4 tickets for any Karamu House Mainstage production
- Name recognition in Karamu House theatre playbills
- 10% Discount at Gift Shop
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For questions or info please contact
Joy Roller, Development Manager
jroller@karamuhouse.org | 216-795-7070 x235 | KARAMUHOUSE.ORG
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