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R.I.S.E Arts and Community Services

R.I.S.E Arts and Community Services empowers artists through performance opportunities and community engagement, fostering sustainable careers in the arts. They create pathways for creativity, ensuring local talent can thrive and reach broader audiences.

Help young artists express who they are, not suppress it. This Giving Tuesday, support R.I.S.E Arts and Community Services in creating safe, inclusive spaces where youth and emerging artists can share their voices. As stewards of the culture, we make room for self-expression, connection and meaningful art. Your donation supports artist fees, showcases and artist development, helping emerging talent get paid, take the stage and build their skills. It costs approximately $5,000 to put one artist through our artist development program. That includes:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Food for participating artists.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Transportation to help artists access the program.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Paid performances so artists are compensated for their work.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Expert coaching to develop their skills.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Performance coaching to strengthen their stage presence.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Professional photo/content shoots to support their presentation as artists.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A weekend retreat to take time to reset.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Opening for an award-winning artist to gain experience on stage.</li></ul> We provide the resources so artists can show up and focus on their development. Through our Edutainment methodology, we bring learning and performance together, empowering artists to create work rooted in self-knowledge and self-expression. For Black and BIPOC youth, emerging artists and marginalized voices, having space to express themselves matters. Your support helps us provide platforms where young people can perform, learn and develop leadership skills. Give this Giving Tuesday to help fund the resources, coaching and performance opportunities emerging artists need. Help us nurture the culture and make space for the voices shaping its future.

Help young artists express who they are, not suppress it.This Giving Tuesday, support R.I.S.E Arts and Community Services in creating safe, inclusive spaces where youth and emerging artists can share their voices. As stewards of the culture, we make room for self-expression, connection and meaningful art.Your donation supports artist fees, showcases and artist development, helping emerging talent get paid, take the stage and build their skills. It costs approximately $5,000 to put one artist through our artist development program. That includes:Food for participating artists.Transportation to help artists access the program.Paid performances so artists are compensated for their work.Expert coaching to develop their skills.Performance coaching to strengthen their stage presence.Professional photo/content shoots to support their presentation as artists.A weekend retreat to take time to reset.Opening for an award-winning artist to gain experience on stage.We provide the resources so artists can show up and focus on their development. Through our Edutainment methodology, we bring learning and performance together, empowering artists to create work rooted in self-knowledge and self-expression.For Black and BIPOC youth, emerging artists and marginalized voices, having space to express themselves matters. Your support helps us provide platforms where young people can perform, learn and develop leadership skills.Give this Giving Tuesday to help fund the resources, coaching and performance opportunities emerging artists need. Help us nurture the culture and make space for the voices shaping its future.

Giving Tuesday: support R.I.S.E Arts and Community Services

LCA SHOWCASE 5.0 + OFFICIAL AFTER PARTY Nine artists. One Stage. Endless Possibilities. Join R.I.S.E. Edutainment and Unity Charity at The Drake Underground as we celebrate LCA&rsquo;s fifth anniversary with an evening of live performances from our newest cohort.LCA creates space for emerging artists to explore their artistic identity, build confidence and develop the skills to navigate the music industry. Through mentorship, collaboration and creative exploration, this year&rsquo;s nine artists have spent twelve weeks refining their sound and shaping how they show up on stage. Now, you&rsquo;re invited to experience what they&rsquo;ve been building. Expect original music, fresh sounds and personal stories brought to life through performances that reflect each artist&rsquo;s journey. Whether you&rsquo;re a music lover, fellow creative or industry professional, join us to discover new talent and support Toronto&rsquo;s next wave of artists.After the showcase, stay for the official after party to connect with the artists and celebrate five years of LCA with us. EVENT DETAILSWednesday, November 18, 2026 The Drake Underground | 1150 Queen St W, Toronto, ON<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Doors: 6:30 PM</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Showcase: 7:30 PM</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">After Party: 10 PM</li></ul>Come discover your next favourite artist.&nbsp;See you at the Underground.

LCA SHOWCASE 5.0

COME CELEBRATE OUR FINAL EVENT!🎉 Join us on December 12 for LAST R.I.S.E. &rsquo;26 featuring Faiza &amp; Friends, a special evening celebrating 14 years of music, artistry, and community!🎤 Faiza began her journey with R.I.S.E. at our open mic. Now she&#39;s returning to curate Faiza &amp; Friends, a full live-band concert experience!This is what artist development looks like. We&#39;re creating pathways for artists to perform, curate, produce, lead, and build sustainable careers.Because before artists can reach bigger stages around the world, they need opportunities to present on a bigger scale right here at home.As we prepare to enter our 15th year, funding cuts across the arts sector are making opportunities like these harder to sustain. Your support helps us continue creating opportunities for artists to grow. ✨ WHAT TO EXPECT🎶 Faiza &amp; Friends, a live-band concert🎤 A special LCA finalist performance🖼️ R.I.S.E. Through the Ages, featuring selected exhibition walls from our Nuit Blanche installationFrom celebrating our legacy at Nuit Blanche to coming together for LAST R.I.S.E., we&#39;re honouring what we&#39;ve built while investing in what&#39;s next.Your ticket helps make more opportunities like this possible!📍 Daniels Spectrum | 585 Dundas St E, Toronto 🗓️ Saturday, December 12, 2026 🚪 Doors: 5 PM | Show: 6 PM 🎟️ Tickets available now!💚 Attend. Donate. Share.

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