Events
SAFETO CONFERENCE: Violence Prevention Symposium
In 2023, The City of Toronto, in partnership with R.I.S.E. (Reaching Intelligent Souls Everywhere) Edutainment, launched the inaugural MASTERPeace Artist Project. This annual opportunity taps into Toronto’s artistic brilliance and provides a creative outlet to persons whose lives and communities have been affected by community violence to advance the public health approach of TO Wards Peace – a community centric, risk-driven community violence intervention program . The Artist Project supported 12 local Toronto artists as they created content and produce performances for an artist showcase and video series. R.I.S.E and the City Toronto are excited to launch the video series for 4 of the finalists.
Workshops: R.I.S.E Edutainment Summit | ART OF COLLABORATION | Day Two
Get ready for the RISE Edutainment Summit!
Join us on August 24 and 25 at Toronto Metropolitan University!
This year’s summit will feature:
💃inspiring showcases
🧠educational workshops
📈networking opportunities.
Don’t miss your chance to connect with top emerging artists and industry experts. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more updates! 📅✨
R.I.S.E Edutainment Summit | ART OF COLLABORATION | Day One
Get ready for the RISE Edutainment Summit!
Join us on August 24 and 25 at Toronto Metropolitan University!
This year’s summit will feature:
💃inspiring showcases
🧠educational workshops
📈networking opportunities.
Don’t miss your chance to connect with top emerging artists and industry experts. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more updates! 📅✨
Scarborough Proud Open Mic
Grand finale of our Scarborough Proud open mic series powered by Choice Properties @choicereit in partnership with R.I.S.E @rise_edt
🎉 Let's make it a night to remember. Come support your favorite local artists and discover new talent. ✨
Last but certainly not least we pass the mic to Yungstar Millz a poet and a rapper living in Scarborough.
Scarborough Proud Open Mic
We are past the halfway mark of our Scarborough Proud open mic series powered by Choice Properties @choicereit in partnership with R.I.S.E @rise_edt
Let's keep the energy high and the talent flowing. We pass the mic to our next featured artists: @ShahaddahJack & @Achanté
Scarborough Proud Open Mic
Midweek madness at the Scarborough Proud open mic series powered by Choice Properties @choicereit in partnership with R.I.S.E @rise_edt
🎤 Come through and support local artists ✊🏾
This week we pass the mic to our next Featured Artist: @zyhiphop!
Scarborough Proud Open Mic
Back for round two! 🔥 Our open mic is heating up. Don't miss out on the vibes and amazing performances. ✨
This Saturday we have two Featured Artist blessing the stage!!! Featuring @onlySRE and @KOHmusic!
Scarborough Proud Open Mic
We're bringing the heat with our open mic series at Golden Mile Plaza, powered by Choice Properties and R.I.S.E. Pass the mic & showcase your talent and win over the crowd 🎤
Our first featured performer is @bobojulius a frequent supporter and performer at our regular open mic series!
R.I.S.E Frequency Tour: Windsor
The RISE Frequency Tour is a groundbreaking series that showcases performers, open mics,and events across the Greater Toronto Area, spanning cities like Oshawa, Ajax/Pickering, Brampton, Windsor, Kitchener and more! This tour isn't just about entertainment—it's a celebration of diversity, creativity, and personal growth. Experience captivating music, poetry, and spoken word performances while connecting with like-minded individuals and expanding your artistic horizons.
R.I.S.E Frequency Tour: Afro Futurefest
Get ready for an amazing time at Afro Futurefest! Start your day with a FREE/PWYC (Pay What You Can) 45-minute yoga class led by the fantastic ElleTheeLion.
R.I.S.E Frequency Tour is all about showcasing talent and creativity across the GTA, with stops in Oshawa, Ajax/Pickering, Brampton, Windsor, and Kitchener. Enjoy amazing music, poetry, and spoken word performances while meeting new people and expanding your artistic horizons. This tour isn't just about having fun; it's about celebrating diversity, creativity, and personal growth. Let's come together, get inspired, and make meaningful connections that uplift our communities. Join us on this journey to elevate the vibe and leave a lasting mark on the GTA's art scene.
RISE X AFIWI: For The Kulture, An'de
Join us for the RISE X AFIWI : For The Kulture, An'de as part of the RISE Frequency Tour 2024! This extraordinary evening promises a unique blend of performance art and a vibrant vendor market, all set within the inviting ambiance of the St. Francis Centre in Ajax.
R.I.S.E Frequency Tour x BloomBox
The RISE Frequency Tour is a groundbreaking series that showcases performers, open mics,and events across the Greater Toronto Area, spanning cities like Oshawa, Ajax/Pickering, Brampton, Windsor, Kitchener and more! This tour isn't just about entertainment—it's a celebration of diversity, creativity, and personal growth. Experience captivating music, poetry, and spoken word performances while connecting with like-minded individuals and expanding your artistic horizons.
RISE Open Mic - Summer Solstice Celebration: LIGHT UP THE NIGHT
Summer Solstice Celebration: LIGHT UP THE NIGHT 🌞
Reflect on the triumph of light over darkness, bring more light through your art, uncover new perspectives, and set your intentions for the last half of the year. It’s going to be one of the hottest days this year, so we are looking for those hot bars to match the heat. Inspire others with your creativity!
R.I.S.E Frequency Tour: Windsor
The RISE Frequency Tour is a groundbreaking series that showcases performers, open mics,and events across the Greater Toronto Area, spanning cities like Oshawa, Ajax/Pickering, Brampton, Windsor, Kitchener and more! This tour isn't just about entertainment—it's a celebration of diversity, creativity, and personal growth. Experience captivating music, poetry, and spoken word performances while connecting with like-minded individuals and expanding your artistic horizons.
Open Mic: Spring Equinox - New Beginnings
Come showcase your talent💫
Our special guest and featured artist of the night will be the amazing Aris Kian with her vibrante voice and powerful messages!✨
This Month Theme is: Spring renewal -New beginnings🌸🌼
symbolizing a new start, echoing nature’s renewal as it emerges from winter’s slumber, brimming with revived energy. This theme embodies revitalization and rebirth, aiming to inspire optimism and forward thinking. Participants will engage in activities and discussions focused on personal growth, letting go of old habits, and embracing new possibilities. The event offers a space for introspection, setting goals, and connecting with others who seek positive change.
416 RISE 2024: Back to the Basics
Join us for an evening celebrating 12 years of R.I.S.E. (Resilience, Inspiration, Support, Empowerment) at 416 RISE 2024.
Open Mic Monday: African Heritage Month Celebration
🎤✨ Return of the Mic! 🎤✨
OPEN MIC MONDAY SEASON IS BACK IN SESSION…with special performances by Dolo, Kxngyin, and Lynn, hosted by Dolo himself. This month's theme, "Celebrating African Heritage," pays homage to the achievements of our African-descended community.
TO Wards Peace Program
DISCLAIMER
Tickets are selling fast and entry into the event will be on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey as we unveil the grand finale of our groundbreaking collaboration with the TO Wards Peace Program (TWP) – introducing the MASTERPeace Showcase!
In partnership with the City of Toronto's community-based violence interruption, intervention, and prevention model, RISE Edutainment strives to amplify the message of peaceful communities and foster collaborative solutions. This initiative is designed to provide meaningful context to individuals impacted by violence, ultimately contributing to a transformative shift in the cultural narrative surrounding violence within our city.
LAST RISE
Announcing our headliner @londrelle for the LAST RISE event of the year 🤩✊🏾
To celebrate we will be showcasing the incredible artists who participated and performed in our programs and events all year long!
Join us as we reflect on the trials and the triumphs of 2023 and give thanks to the community of people who have supported us —with good food, better people & the best vibes 🎶😎
Open Mic Monday: Fall Back: Reflections
Monday, November 13, 2023
Doors: 630pm
Show: 730pm
Open Mic Sign up: 630pm (first come, first word)
Theme: Reflections
Location: CEE Centre for Young Black Professionals (map)
We are excited to announce the return of our Open Mics for the 2023 season, and we want to invite you to join us monthly from May to November!
Whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting, we welcome all artists to take the stage.
Entry is only $5 or PWYC
Space is Limited!
Open Mic Monday: Give Thanks
Monday, October 16, 2023
Doors: 630pm
Show: 730pm
Open Mic Sign up: 630pm (first come, first word)
Theme: Give Thanks
Location: CEE Centre for Young Black Professionals (map)
We are excited to announce the return of our Open Mics for the 2023 season, and we want to invite you to join us monthly from May to November!
Whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting, we welcome all artists to take the stage.
Entry is only $5 or PWYC
Space is Limited!
Open Mic Monday: Dear Summer
Monday, September 18, 2023
Doors: 630pm
Show: 730pm
Open Mic Sign up: 630pm (first come, first word)
Theme: Dear Summer: Fall Equinox
Location: CEE Centre for Young Black Professionals (map)
We are excited to announce the return of our Open Mics for the 2023 season, and we want to invite you to join us monthly from May to November!
Whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting, we welcome all artists to take the stage.
Entry is only $5 or PWYC
Space is Limited!
Master Peace Toronto
RISE Edutainment and the City of Toronto proudly present the ground-breaking MASTERPeace project, a transformative initiative as part of the TO Wards Peace model. Here's what this incredible opportunity means for you:
Unleash Your Artistic Talents: We believe in the power of your creativity, regardless of your age or background. Get ready to showcase your unique artistic abilities without limitations or boundaries.
Get Paid for Your Passion: As one of the 12 selected local artists, you'll be rewarded for your exceptional talent. This is not just an opportunity to express yourself artistically, but also a chance to be recognized, guided through our orientation program and financially supported for your craft.
Craft Masterful Expressions: We invite you to delve deep into themes surrounding the school-to-prison pipeline, cautionary tales, critiques of 'the system,' and your personal experiences with violence. Through the mediums of song, poem, or artistic conceptualization, your creations will have the power to inspire change and provoke meaningful conversations.
The Spotlight Awaits: Out of the 12 talented artists, four individuals will be chosen to shine brightly in their own music video and take the stage in an electrifying Autumn showcase. It's our way of celebrating your talent and giving you a platform to captivate the vibrant city of the 6ix.
Are you ready to make your mark?
Join us on this incredible journey where your artistic vision and voice can create a lasting impact.
Take the first step and seize this extraordinary opportunity to become a MASTERPeace artist.
Need more information?
Feel free to email programs@riseedutainment.com with your questions.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Open Mic Monday: Celebrate x Emancipate
We are excited to announce the return of our Open Mics for the 2023 season, and we want to invite you to join us monthly from May to November!
Whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting, we welcome all artists to take the stage.
Entry is only $5 or PWYC and performers get in for FREE. Doors open at 6:00 pm, and sign-ups begin at 6:30 pm in person! Space is Limited
Open Mic Monday: Community Cookup
We are excited to announce the return of our Open Mics for the 2023 season, and we want to invite you to join us monthly from May to November!
Whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting, we welcome all artists to take the stage.
Entry is only $5 or PWYC and performers get in for FREE. Doors open at 6:00 pm, and sign-ups begin at 6:30 pm in person! Space is Limited
Frequency Tour 2023
WE GOING ON TOUR ! Hamilton is the next stop !!
Get ready to raise your frequency! Join us on the Frequency Tour 2023 and experience the power of creative expression live in four GTA cities: Hamilton, Windsor, Ajax, and Brampton
Open Mic Monday: Full Bloom: Juneteenth Event
Join us for the next RISE Open Mic Monday on June 19th. This will be an extraordinary celebration of talent and creativity. Whether you're a seasoned performer or stepping on stage for the first time, we welcome artists of all levels to showcase their skills.
In Celebration of Juneteenth, this month’s themes are belonging and breaking the 4th wall. How do we deepen important conversations through Art?
Featuring performances specially curated to the theme by Tracey Kayy and Troy Penny, this event promises an unforgettable night of art, culture, and social justice. Let's break down barriers, ignite conversations, and celebrate diversity and unity.
CAMP 7 Room Takeover
Super excited to announce that RISE will be a sponsor + having a room takeover at our CAMP 7 event on June 17/18.
Their room will feature vibes that speak to their communitys sound but everyone attending will have the opportunity to connect with them and hopefully make some magic.
filltheBLNK: Community Session Finale
Together We @rise_edt
@filltheblnk Community Session Finale
Saturday June 3rd- 1PM
Powered by @pumasportstyle
Frequency Tour 2023
WE GOING ON TOUR ! Hamilton is the first stop !!
Get ready to raise your frequency! Join us on the Frequency Tour 2023 and experience the power of creative expression live in four GTA cities: Hamilton, Windsor, Ajax, and Brampton
Starting this May 29th in Hamilton 🏙️🌉
Amazing Place: Neighbourhood Tour & Scavenger Hunt
THIS WEEKEND IS FOR YOUTH !
“Amazing Place,” is a collaboration between The Community Arts Guild and localcommunity partners, is an arts-based neighbourhood tour that seeks to animate publicspace in East Scarborough’s KGO neighbourhood. This project features site installations, performances and art activities, created and woven together by a team of residents, local organizations, and professional artists.
Audiences tour the neighbourhood, enjoy art and performances, and participate in a scavenger hunt to gather items or knowledge and assemble them in a final shared outcome.