An Anansi Experience Gala

Join us for An Anansi Experience Gala! This time the 🎭 show follows Anansi, a Griot storyteller on an immersive, spiritual, musical, puppetry experience as he travels the world collecting stories, wisdom, & lessons he has observed as a "webmaster".🕷️ He will be weaving together & showcasing local artists/ storytellers from different genres - song, dance, live piano, live painting, spoken word, fashion design, & innovative puppetry. The whole time reminding us, "We Must Love Hard, We Must Hate Less".   

📅 Sat. Oct. 10th 

🕕 Time - 6 pm

📍 Location - 1400 N. Mesa St.

The Gala will feature the multi-hyphenate creative, founder of Kessto Kreatures, & creator of "The Scarecrow" & "An Anansi Experience", Anthony Michael Stokes. He will be joined by an incredible ensemble of multi-hyphenate artists bringing exciting performances. These from local Guest Star Artists are ~ 

⭐Ajith Kumar - Pianist, & RN 

⭐Antonio Romero - Puppeteer 

⭐Dr. Josey Pickett/Singer, Co-Founder of Somos Performance Group, & Multi-Hyphenate Artist

⭐Rosa Riddick - Abstract Painting Artist & Paralegal  

⭐Sucram Oirbok - Artist/Fashion Designer & Owner of Imperial Legacy Clothing                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

By joining us this evening you will become part of our legacy with the soft launch of our nonprofit Kessto Arts. Our mission is to empower underrepresented young artists through financial scholarships, workshops, & opportunities on/off stage, amplifying diverse voices to foster equity & build an inclusive future for puppetry & all of the performing arts in our community. 

An incredible night awaits—grab your ticket or table & stand with our mission.

*Want to Support, but unable to attend? Please support by making a - "Gift of Impact" in whatever amount you'd like! We sincerely thank you for your gift!