11th Annual Ecolution Fashion Gala: Pop Couture Set for Heinz Hall

ECOLUTION IS BEING RESCHEDULED DUE TO NFL DRAFT. NEW DATE SOON.

The 2026 Ecolution Fashion Gala‘s theme is Pop Couture: Fashion, Fame & Obsession. Set for Monday, April 20, the event is always a creative, lively mix of fashion, art, dance, and music. Heinz Hall is the new location for this year’s gala. Ecolution describes the theme as, “Emerging from a city that turned industry into imagination, Pop Couture is a, “Blending high-impact choreography, music channeling the energy of the 60’s, and couture-inspired design, Pop Couture tells the story of a generation captivated by image, visibility, and artistic rebellion. The production captures a moment when fashion became performance, art became industry, and fame emerged as the ultimate currency. At its core, Pop Couture: Fashion, Fame & Obsession is a meditation on identity and influence—on what it means to be a muse, an icon, and a creation of the very world that elevates you. Through choreographed movement and striking visual composition, the show examines how obsession with beauty and recognition can both empower and
consume.”

Ecolution Environmental Fashion show features recycled materials used in creative, fashionable apparel and is produced by Ronda Zegarelli, Gary Kalinosky, and Emilio Cornacchione with direction by Patrick Jordan. Fashion Director is Brian David and musical direction by Rod Schwartz. The dance performances will be directed by Keeley Hernandez. For the first time, the event will feature a full band composed of talented Pittsburgh musicians. Ecolution is presented by Huntington Bank and is produced by The Green Voice Collective and in association with Pittsburgh Earth Day. The event is supported by a variety of local corporations and organizations. There is a pre-event VIP party from 6 to 7:30 p.m. before the show. For tickets and more information see the Ecolution website. 600 Penn Ave., Strip District.

Rick Handler is the executive producer of Entertainment Central.

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