Langston Seattle – Cultivating Black Brilliance

Cultivating
Black Brilliance

Langston Hughes

The man for which the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute (LHPAI) was named and where we carry out the majority of our work, is a constant inspiration for us. LANGSTON is dedicated to cultivating and showcasing Black brilliance in our community.

About Langston

LANGSTON is the new non-profit arts organization created to continue the mission of the historic Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute.

Events

STG Presents: Roger Guenveur Smith – Frederick Douglass Now

Crash Kids Youth Filmmaking Workshop

16th Annual Langston Hughes African American Film Festival

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Our Story

LANGSTON was created in response to both the community and City’s desire to support the historic mission of Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute. After 40 years of programs and a three-year review and engagement process, LANGSTON was conceived and designed by community members to serve as the hub for African American arts and culture in Seattle.

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Our Board

New LANGSTON leadership is poised to hire dynamic and skilled staff to carry out the organizational goals and strategic direction set by the Board of Directors. Creating and fortifying strong financial and programmatic infrastructure to ensure long term sustainability and success is a core charge for LANGSTON board and staff. Our board is composed of a group of dedicated and experienced community and arts leaders committed to serving and responding to the needs of the LANGSTON community.

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LHAAFF 2019

This year, LANGSTON will showcase stories from the African Diaspora through the lens of over 25 independent filmmakers in the 16th annual Langston Hughes African American Film Festival.

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