BOOM Concepts

BOOM Concepts BOOM Concepts is a community organization created for the expansion of activity for artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs who have common interest.

"The Heinz Endowments have partnered with these creative artists/entrepreneurs in a variety of ways and it is so exciting to see them take their work to the next level with BOOM. This effort has already brought a different energy to Penn Avenue, and I can’t wait to see what comes next."
- Justin Laing, Senior Program Officer

Boom Concepts is an exhibition and studio space along the Penn Ave Arts

Corridor. It is host to Jenesis Magazine and Magic Organs artist collective (D.S. Kinsel & Julie Mallis). Opening receptions occur every first friday of the month and special events take place throughout. Boom Concepts is available for exhibitions, events, performances and the completion of short-term projects by guest artists. Boom Concepts is dedicated to bringing live art, music, and performance to the community. By hosting a magazine media platform dedicated to music and providing space for active visual artists, Boom Concepts is a space for collaboration across genre and discipline.

“BOOM Concepts’ Group Hang Brims With Life” as told by Emma Riva via We have some updated gallery hours for the BOOM x ...
06/17/2025

“BOOM Concepts’ Group Hang Brims With Life” as told by Emma Riva via

We have some updated gallery hours for the BOOM x “Group Hang” show! Tomorrow 6/18 and Tuesday 6/24 from 5P-8P you can see the works of and Sandra Gould Ford on display at .

S/O to the team and

Open Mic Night This Friday, June 20th featuring Musician Changemaker Showcase, 8P-11P!Come to perform, come for vibes, i...
06/16/2025

Open Mic Night This Friday, June 20th featuring Musician Changemaker Showcase, 8P-11P!

Come to perform, come for vibes, it’s open mic night at , featuring a special showcase by and BOOM Concepts.

This month’s Open Mic features a special performance showcase including artists participating in the Musician Changemaker Accelerator Workshop presented by Music To Life and BOOM Concepts

Hosted by DS Kinsel
Curated by BOOM Concepts & Music To Life
Bandleader Howie Alexander
Snacks by Sweet Little Eats

Community Forge
1256 Franklin Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15211

8P - 11P (Open Mic from 8P-10P//Showcase from 10P-11P)

Sign Up NOW for the MCA ‘deep-dive’ business-skills session where social change artists receive training in proposal de...
06/05/2025

Sign Up NOW for the MCA ‘deep-dive’ business-skills session where social change artists receive training in proposal development, identifying good-fit partners and mobilizing community support.

The workshop happens on June 21st at . Sign up closes at 11:59P tomorrow night and the link is in the bio. If you have questions message us!

“Pittsburgh’s community of musicians is full of talented visionaries with valuable lessons to share and teach. Our partnership with Music to Life will provide a workspace where those lessons can be exchanged, supporting the holistic development of musicians across genres.” -

National nonprofit brings its Musician Changemaker Accelerator (MCA) to Pittsburgh in partnership with Sign-Up In Bio!...
05/28/2025

National nonprofit brings its Musician Changemaker Accelerator (MCA) to Pittsburgh in partnership with

Sign-Up In Bio!

The MCA workshop will provide hands-on training for Pittsburgh-based musicians to create and deliver sustainable, music-driven social change programs. The MCA Workshop takes place on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 8:30am-5:00pm at (213 Smithfield St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222).

This full-day business incubator will engage up to 15 local musicians with ideas for building positive, music-driven, and sustainable community programs. Participating musicians receive a full package of benefits including a paid stipend, complimentary breakfast and lunch, and all Workshop training and materials (estimated total value of $1K). Applications are open until June 6th, and interested musicians are strongly encouraged to sign up using the link below or reach out to BOOM Concepts and Verónica Pérez-Picasso at progams@ musictolife.org to learn more about the workshop.

OWNING OUR FUTURE: A SYMPOSIUM ON BIPOC INSTITUTIONAL OWNERSHIPExcited to be attending this great series of events and g...
05/07/2025

OWNING OUR FUTURE: A SYMPOSIUM ON BIPOC INSTITUTIONAL OWNERSHIP

Excited to be attending this great series of events and gatherings that the Kelly Strayhorn Theater is pulling together. Happening from Thursday the 15th to Sunday the 18th, show up and attend events that feature keynotes from Lisa Yancey, Shyla Spicer, F. Javier Torres-Campos, and Andy Shallal, view the "Lifting Liberty" exhibition by Njaimeh Njie, and multiple panel discussions.

For more information visit:
https://kelly-strayhorn.org/community/owning_our_future_symposium-2025-2/

“Raising the Roof on the Rotunda”A Celebration of Community and Culture(Ticket link in bio!)Join us for an unforgettable...
05/07/2025

“Raising the Roof on the Rotunda”

A Celebration of Community and Culture
(Ticket link in bio!)

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we open the doors of the historic Rotunda at 327 N. Negley Avenue and invite the community to dream big with us! The roof is fixed, the space is clear, and now it’s time to imagine what’s possible—a flexible, 500-seat arts and events center that belongs to the community.

Date: May 15, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: The Rotunda, 327 N Negley Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Food, Drinks, Celebration, Community, Performances, Art, and more!

Valet Parking

Dress Code: Construction Site Casual

**BOOM Concepts Secures Permanent Future Home in Pittsburgh’s East End + Raising the Roof on the Rotunda” Celebration Sc...
04/29/2025

**BOOM Concepts Secures Permanent Future Home in Pittsburgh’s East End + Raising the Roof on the Rotunda” Celebration Scheduled for May 15, 2025** Link In Bio To Purchase Tickets

BOOM Concepts is thrilled to announce that it has secured a permanent location for its future home at 333 N Negley Avenue, in a former synagogue that will eventually be known as the Rotunda Collaborative. This new space will serve as its cultural center and headquarters, enhancing BOOM’s support for Black artists and creative entrepreneurs. This will allow BOOM to continue its dedicated work in field-building, knowledge-sharing, mentorship and storytelling rooted in the Penn Avenue Arts & Commercial District.

Join us at the “Raising the Roof on the Rotunda” event, celebrating BOOM Concepts’ new future home, the revitalization of an historic East End building, and honoring two community leaders: Robert M. Jones Jr., President & CEO of Brothers and Sisters Emerging and co-founder of the Garfield Gators, whose dedication to youth and community has shaped two generations and State Senator , whose advocacy and leadership continue to support inclusive growth and opportunity across our region.

Imani Batts is living out her childhood dream of becoming a fashion designer and is the owner of the boutique Catherine ...
03/25/2025

Imani Batts is living out her childhood dream of becoming a fashion designer and is the owner of the boutique Catherine Trendz. In 2023, she launched the Get Ready With Me collection (GRWM) to authentically showcase her relationship with the beauty supply store and her hair journey.

In the interview below, Batts, who successfully completed the BOOM Residency in September 2024 at Radiant Hall, shares her journey in fashion and her passion for incorporating sustainable practices.

https://boomuniverse.co/blog/imani-batts-designing-a-sustainable-future-through-fashion/

Make sure you check out Njaimeh Njie “Lifting Liberty” exhibition at on exhibit until Saturday May 31st. “Lifting Libe...
03/11/2025

Make sure you check out Njaimeh Njie “Lifting Liberty” exhibition at on exhibit until Saturday May 31st. “Lifting Liberty” is a collage, photo, and text meditation on the legacy of Black cultural spaces in East Liberty. Inquire about viewing time with

Did you know Njaimeh held her first solo exhibition at BOOM in 2015? Njaimeh was also a micro-resident at BOOM hosting “Pop Up Premieres” a film series showing work by black content creators. Njaimeh also documented one our first Third Thursday events held ! We are thankful for the opportunity to host and have worked with Njaimeh!

(Register) ATCA SESSION 4! The Asset, Inventory & Cash Flow Management session is an open-ended discussion between parti...
03/10/2025

(Register) ATCA SESSION 4!

The Asset, Inventory & Cash Flow Management session is an open-ended discussion between participants and wealth management professionals. The discussion will include simple strategies artists can utilize to independently manage finances, contracts, cash flow, expenses, and potential tax challenges and share advice to overcome the barriers artists have asking for help with their finances.

Quinerly Financial Group – https://www.quinerlyfinancialgroup.com/

Jason Jones – Vice President of Community Development at Dollar Bank – https://dollar.bank/small-business

Allegheny County Financial Empowerment Center – https://neighborhoodallies.org/fec/

The session will be held on March 20th 2025 at Emerald City, 213 Smithfield St, at 5:00PM. Following the workshop, participants will be able to schedule an “Office Hour” session with BOOM Concepts.

DS Kinsel Unveils New Work at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center Inspired by the August Wilson ArchiveTh...
03/10/2025

DS Kinsel Unveils New Work at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center Inspired by the August Wilson Archive

This Saturday starts the programming for “August Taught Us…” with Black Power Story Time, from 3P to 5P, which is an engaging storytelling circle event celebrating Black voices.

Renowned visual artist and cultural agitator DS Kinsel debuts new work as part of the August Wilson Archive Community Artist-Scholar Award program, sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh Library System. The exhibition, August Taught Us..., currently on view until April 6, 2025, in the Claude Worthington Benedum Gallery at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC).

Click the link below for more information:

https://boomuniverse.co/blog/ds-kinsel-unveils-new-work-at-the-august-wilson-african-american-cultural-center-inspired-by-the-august-wilson-archive/

This Thursday, ATCA GRANT WORK DAY5P-8P, Sign Up is Needed (we will confirm your sign-up) This event is intended for ind...
02/24/2025

This Thursday, ATCA GRANT WORK DAY
5P-8P, Sign Up is Needed (we will confirm your sign-up)

This event is intended for individuals interested in submitting grants, those who have questions about basic knowledge needed to complete grant proposals, individuals who need help with turning ideas into grant proposals, and work on the ATCA Grant Questionnaire Practice document!

Bring your laptop, bring your notebooks, work on your CV’s, connect with others!

The grant work day will be held on February 27th 2025 at Lab at Silver Eye
5228 Penn Ave, 15224
Note: Limited space of 25 available.

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5139 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA
15224

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Thursday 1pm - 7pm
Friday 1pm - 7pm
Saturday 1pm - 7pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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