Moulin Noir Arts Collective 

Where Black Femme and LGBTQ+ Artistry Meets Liberation


Moulin Noir KC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and uplifting Black femme and LGBTQ+ artistry through ballroom culture, burlesque, and performance arts. We exist to create safe, affirming, and empowering spaces where Black femmes, trans, nonbinary, and queer creatives can showcase their talents, build community, and access resources for sustainability in the arts.

Where Black Femme & LGBTQ+ Artistry Thrives, Resists, and reclaims Space.

Rooted in the legacy of the Harlem Renaissance, ballroom culture, and burlesque history, Moulin Noir KC centers historically impacted voices, ensuring that Black queer and femme artists have platforms for self-expression, joy, and liberation. Through performances, workshops, mentorship, and advocacy, we cultivate spaces where artistry intersects with activism, providing economic and creative opportunities for our community.

Preserving the legacy of Black Femme and LGBTQ+ CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE ART OF ballroom and burlesque

OUR SPONSORS 

  • NTDF

    EVENT SPONSOR

    This project is supported in part by the City of Kansas City, Missouri Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund.

  • Show Me You Care KC

    Moulin Noir Ball Sponsor

    A community-based non-profit organization that provides essential services to under-resourced communities in the Kansas City metropolitan area.

  • XYRE Marketing

    OTA SPOKEN WORD SPONSOR 

    Located in the heart of Kansas City, MO, XYRE Marketing is dedicated to fostering growth within our community through innovative marketing strategies that celebrate and uplift diverse voices.

  • 25 Green Guys

    OTA BEST DRESSED SPONSOR

    25 Green Guys is dedicated to growing high-quality cannabis and educating communities on the healing properties of marijuana. They offer hands-on cannabis classes, focusing on cultivation, extraction techniques, and the benefits of natural remedies.

  • The City of Kansas City Office of City Manager

    The city manager serves and advises the mayor and City Council, appoints most department directors and prepares a proposed annual budget for council consideration. The manager also enforces municipal laws and ordinances and coordinates City operations and programs.

  • SPONSOR OPPORTUNITY

    YOUR NAME HERE

    With the support of sponsors like you we can ensure that our mission continues to amplify the work of underrepresented artists. By sponsoring Moulin Noir Arts Collective, your organization will receive a variety of benefits designed to increase your brand’s visibility and engagement during our events or sponsor one of our programs to support Black femme and LGBTQ+ Artists.

  • HOMEGROWN KC

    BURLESQUE SPONSOR

    Homegrown KC is a dynamic production company with a commitment to creating stages for all performers, Homegrown KC places a special emphasis on uplifting women of color, working tirelessly to provide opportunities and visibility for underrepresented talent.


  • Midtown Kava

    Midtown Kava’s mission is to provide a welcoming and inclusive envirment where individuals can connect, relax, and restore their well-being through natural remedies, community support, and education, Midtown Kava offers products and services that foster natural healing and holistic wellness.

SPONSOR Moulin Noir Arts Collective