Fade To Black Festival
A House Is Not a Home
Monday, June 9 @ 3pm
Tuesday, June 10 @ 8pm
Wednesday, June 11 @ 3pm
Thursday, June 12 @ 8pm
Curated and Directed by Joseph Palmore
Stage Manager - Ashley Gibson​
MATCH Houston
3400 Main St. Houston, TX 77002 - Matchbox 1
Meet The Cast
Estée is a dynamic stage and screen actress based in Houston, Texas. She has delivered compelling performances in productions such as Murder on the Orient Express (Alley Theatre), Satchel Paige & the Kansas City Swing (The Ensemble Theatre), For Colored Girls…, and Passing Strange (both, Obsidian Theatre). Estée has also appeared in commercials and print campaigns for major brands including WingStop, H-E-B, Shell, ReMax(Canada), and Regions Bank. Known for her versatility and grounded presence, she brings authenticity and depth to every role, on
stage and on screen.
Estee Burks
From locs to lyrics, Qween Meek is a multi-passionate creative and entrepreneur—poet, rapper, salon owner, and wellness advocate—dedicated to empowering others through artistry and authenticity.
Qween Meek
Stefan Smith, known to many as Anno Da Poet, is a multifaceted creative force whose passion for art and community engagement shifts cultures and inspires individuals. As a celebrated poet, event curator, philanthropist, youth coach, and mentor, Anno brings a unique blend of talents to the forefront of contemporary artistry. His work in Spoken word, music, and battle rap showcases his lyrical prowess, while his acting and comedic endeavors reveal his versatility and infectious charisma.
Stefan "Anno Da Poet"
Smith
Former co-president of the Poetic Justice organization, Chelcee “Rarity” Williams, is an esteemed poet and motivational speaker of 10 years. Born and raised in Houston, Texas on the Southwest side, her love for theatre began at the age of 5 and continues to grow as she dives deeper into the poetry and arts world simultaneously. held leadership. The family oriented poet enjoys opportunities to bond with friends and family on a deeper level with a conscious decision to be surrounded by nothing but good energy.
Chelcee "Rarity" Williams
Yolan Young
Activist, Actor, and Spoken Word Artist, Yolan Young, also known as Yolan Apoets Poet is the author of The Unknown Child Named Yolan. Native to San Diego, CA. Yolan moved to Houston, TX in 2001 and began his career as a spoken word artist in 2003, and debuted his acting career in 2011. He is the vice president and alumni member of the legendary group Sol Poetry who since 2014 has been ranked one of best spots for live entertainment. You can find more about him on IDMB/Yolan Young. Yolan believes when God gives you any gift it is your obligation to bless the world with it. To follow you can go towww.yolanyoung.com. FB: Yolan Young or IG:apoets_poet.
Sunny CeLight
The “Motiv-oet” (MOTIVational pOET), Sunny CeLight uses her words to motivate, inspire and provide a bit of sunshine to those who experience her artistry. She is the co-producer for the Houston Premier Poetry platform, WEGO LIVE and also collaborating with different artists in Houston and surrounding areas, while simultaneously being the best mother that she can be to her 3 beautiful children. She is actively pursuing a Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree. As a future counselor, Sunny plans to use her creative artistry as an outlet for those seeking assistance.
Raie Crawford (she/her/they/them) is a Houston-based artist, educator, and nonprofit leader with a decade of experience building community through the arts. A proud alumna of Wiley College, Raie is a nationally recognized performance poet—named Houston Performance Poet of the Year (2017–2018) and ranked among the top 25 at both the Women of the World and Individual World Poetry Slams. Her debut collection, In Between |Space|, explores the movement and resilience of Black bodies in contemporary society. Her second book is slated for release in 2025.
Raie Crawford
