Tina Knowles Lawson and her husband, Richard Lawson’s non-profit gallery, WACO (Where Art Can Occur) Theater Center, is set to host a Virtual Celebration to raise funds for its programs and families impacted by COVID-19.
The free event will stream on WACO’s Facebook and YouTube channels on Sunday, September 13th, at 6:00 pm (PDT). A virtual art auction preview can be viewed by texting WACO2020 to 243-725.
SheaMoisture, who has been a consistent supporter of WACO programs since 2016, has been named the Presenting Sponsor for the 2020 Virtual Celebration.
Both Tina and Richard Lawson are WACO Co-Artistic Directors and founded the gallery.
“WACO was created to stand at the intersection of Black culture and art. For the past three years, we have worked to create a safe space for students to be nourished, grow, and learn,” said Tina Knowles Lawson. “This year, our gathering will feel and look different, but the mission unequivocally remains the same,” said Co-Artistic Director Richard Lawson. “We are looking forward to continuing the tradition of celebrating art and Black culture to create meaningful change for our children.”
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, Jay-Z, Solange Knowles, Samuel L. Jackson, Kelly Rowland, Octavia Spencer, Tiffany Haddish, Angela Bassett, Lynn Whitfield, Issa Rae, Yara Shahidi, Megan Thee Stallion, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Lena Waithe, Cynthia Erivo, and Lil Rel Howery are confirmed to participate with music provided by DJ Millie.
Beyoncé Knowles Carter, Solange Knowles, Bianca Lawson, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams will serve as Honorary Chairpersons for the Virtual Celebration.
