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June 1, 2021

TESSEL

An Esie Mensah Film

Ontario

A national initiative that aims to amplify Black voices by providing a platform for the artists to share their truths.

Tessel artistic creative featuring intertwined hands

TESSEL, Photo courtesy of the artist

Overview

A national initiative conceptualized by Dora-nominated choreographer and creator Esie Mensah (Shades, A Revolution of Love), TESSEL explores the complexities of movement and voice as a form of resilience – and to achieve truth and honesty in sharing its participants’ lived experience as Black dance artists.

TESSEL premiered across the country on the one-year anniversary of Blackout Tuesday (June 1) – a day when organizations worldwide publicly expressed their commitment towards institutional change to support the Black community. The film aims to amplify Black voices by providing a platform for the artists to share their truths.

Dates & Times

June 1

Keywords Dance