Join us in Walker Court on select Fridays in February for performances by RISE Edutainment artists celebrating black excellence, joy and the power of art.  Share in the unique space where dance, poetry, hip hop and song are transformed thorough their edutainment methodology.  Prepare to be inspired, engaged and entertained.

February 3. Singers. Featuring: Azalyne, Christina Smith, and Charmie
                 
February 17: Poets. Featuring: Shahaddah Jack, Troy Penny, Dwayne Morgan, and Tracey Kayy

February 24: Afro Performance. Featuring:  Imah, Primpz, and DOLOTHEGIFTED
                     
RISE (Reaching Intelligent Souls Everywhere) is a grassrootsorganization empowering Black youth. RISE empowers BIPOC youth in the Greater Toronto Area to create meaningful art rooted in self-knowledge and self-expression and provides training in media arts production and leadership. Their model encourages youth to dive deep into their stories while using art as a cathartic practice to explore vulnerability and create room to best deal with their mental health in an atmosphere of interpersonal connection and mutual support and respect. RISE believes safe platforms encourages self- expression and self reflection, providing opportunities for youth to experience the power of community healing through art and anti-racist education.