Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA, February 17, 2026 – ArtsQuest today announced the appointment of Cory Stevens as the next Executive Director of Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health. Stevens will lead the overall vision, programming direction, and community engagement strategy for the Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks to advance the venue’s mission while maintaining its strong volunteer-driven culture and commitment to free, high-quality live music for the community. He succeeds Shayna Super, who will remain Director of Music Programming at ArtsQuest.
Stevens brings more than seven years of experience at ArtsQuest to the role, including his current role as Volunteer Program Manager, where he has overseen the recruitment, training and coordination of more than 1,000 volunteers annually across marquee events such as Musikfest and Christkindlmarkt presented by Univest Financial. He will maintain his role as Volunteer Program Manager, while taking on new responsibilities with the Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health. His background spans volunteer leadership, arts administration, community building and live event operations.
In addition to his work at ArtsQuest, Stevens has been actively involved in the Levitt Family Foundation at the national level, serving on its Safety & Security Steering Committee and participating in national conventions that support best practices across more than 100 Levitt stages nationwide. As Executive Director of Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks, he will continue to collaborate closely with ArtsQuest leadership and the Friends of the Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks Board which is responsible for the overall governance and programming direction for the venue.
“Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks has been part of my life long before I ever imagined leading it,” said Stevens. “My first show here in 2016 completely changed how I saw this place –not just as a venue, but as a community. Over the years, I’ve had the chance to work side by side with our incredible volunteers, from setting up tables to gathering feedback and learning what truly makes this space special. I’m proud to step into this role and keep building a place where live music brings people together and everyone feels welcome.”
Stevens earned a Bachelor of Arts in English at Shippensburg University. He currently resides in Pottstown, PA.
Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks is part of a national network of changemakers and nonprofits dedicated to strengthening the social fabric of communities in America through free, live music in outdoor public spaces. Levitt music series are presented by a range of organizations, with Levitt SteelStacks managed, programmed, and supported by the nonprofit Friends of Levitt SteelStacks. Presenting high-caliber talent and a broad array of music genres and cultural programming, Levitt venues and music series locations are welcoming, inclusive destinations where people of all ages and backgrounds come together. In 2026, the Levitt Family Foundation is supporting over 900 free concerts in 90+ towns and cities across the country, bringing joy to over a million people. In addition to supporting free concerts, the Foundation is dedicated to advancing vibrant music ecosystems through partnerships, field-building initiatives, and research. levitt.org
About ArtsQuest
ArtsQuest’s mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences, using arts and culture as drivers of economic development in our urban communities. ArtsQuest supports this mission through performing and visual arts, film, arts education and outreach, youth programming and a wide range of cultural events, anchored by signature venues and initiatives including its flagship event, Musikfest; the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL, a centerpiece for the Valley’s artistic communities; the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks; and the LVHN, part of Jefferson Health Turn & Grind Shop, an adaptive reuse project expanding space for programming, festivals, private events and nationally touring exhibits. ArtsQuest welcomes more than 1.9 million people annually, with nearly 40 percent of its programs free to attend, generating a regional economic impact of more than $143 million annually. ArtsQuest’s Re-Imagine That! Capital Campaign supports the continued growth of its mission to make the arts accessible for all.