About the R.I.S.E Edutainment Summit:
In association with The Creative School Chrysalis, we are thrilled to present the Annual Edutainment Summit on August 24-25, 2024. This summit is dedicated to empowering emerging artists to reach new professional heights. The event underscores the significance of collaboration in fostering artistic development, offering a platform where talent meets opportunity for growth and advancement.
DAY 1: Kickoff Showcase
Date: Saturday, August 24 2024
Location: Chrysalis Creative School at Toronto Metropolitan University (43 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON)
Join us for an exhilarating kickoff showcase featuring top Canadian performers! This dynamic showcase will set the tone for an inspiring conference that celebrates creativity and fosters professional connections. Enjoy performances by Akintoye, TÖME, DijahSB, Jhyve, Ajhani Azure and Michelle Hopkins. This event will be hosted by Testament and Sounds by DJ Cheffy.
Featured Akintoye & Töme
Akintoye has been making a name for himself as a bombastic performer with his charismatic energy, intricate lyricism, and comedic flair. The Nigeria-born, Toronto-based rapper was recognized in 2022 as a Black TikTok Trailblazer following the viral success of mental-health anthem “Pizzazz” which has been streamed more than 12 million times and was named a top song that year by Complex, CBC, and Spotify Canada among others. Throughout his career, Akintoye has released 3 albums — Vertigo (2020), Centerpiece (2021), Anxiety & Circumstance (2022) — and a string of independent singles including “Respectfully” and “Aces,” a collaboration with Idris Elba, Connor Price, and 4Korners, adding to his more than 30 million global streams to date. Additionally, he was named a Canadian artist to watch by ELLE Canada and NOW Toronto as well as a favorite TikTok creator by BET. Along the way, the young creative has built a supportive community of nearly 3 million flowers across platforms as he aims to not only tell his own story with his unapologetic openness, but connect directly with his fans over their shared experiences. Akintoye is currently putting the finishing touches on his fourth full length album titled "Price of Admission" due out later this year.
Töme, is a Nigerian- French Canadian recording artist, and actor. Her music embodies a powerful message of self-empowerment, with a particular focus on uplifting women and promoting unity. Through her soulful melodies and Afrobeat rhythms, Töme seeks to inspire listeners to embrace their inner strength and foster positive change in their
communities. With a captivating blend of sound and substance, Töme has
garnered acclaim both locally and internationally for her uplifting music and dynamic performances.