Sun Music’s Sheila Anderson took the ride on the Jazz Train to the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival and got some quality time with the dynamic Janis Burley, President, CEO & Artistic Director, August Wilson African American Cultural Center and Founder of the festival.
President & CEO/Artistic Director
Janis Burley Wilson has been an arts leader for over two decades in Pittsburgh and beyond. She was named President/CEO and Artistic Director of the August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC) in July 2017.
Under her leadership, the Center is considered the 2nd largest Black, multidisciplinary performing arts center in the country. The AWAACC is known for the power of their programming and for honoring our stories. More…
