The Mission

To bring advanced technologies & opportunities in media arts to the hands of aspiring artists & creative professionals, both youth and adult.

In doing so, CLS identifies, retains, & promotes the growth of powerful leaders who propel innovative cultural developments in Western, PA.  CLS realizes these ideals by providing sustainable educational programs that produce consistent deliverables through print & virtual media, Artists' Residencies & public engagements.

Creative.Life.Support Facilities: Mr. Smalls Funhouse

With it’s expansion into the 45,000 square foot St. Anne‚s church compound, and riverfront property in Millvale, PA, Mr. Smalls Funhouse has grown into an unprecedented creative complex. A complex that houses a live concert venue (750-person capacity), banquet space, two state-of-the-art recording studios, offices, several studio spaces and two-bedroom live/work spaces for artists, art gallery, and expansive skate park.

    An extremely dedicated staff has realized all of this. The Borough of Millvale was instrumental in making it possible to acquire the Mr. Smalls Funhouse property and has supported the organization’s efforts in any way possible, as it is their belief that the existence and success of this facility marks a significant evolution in the cultural and professional scope of Millvale. Mr. Smalls Funhouse has to date been providing its services in the vision of CLS and will continue to host CLS activities with considerable in-kind donations of facilities and resources.