KO!
Friday, June 5 | 7:00 PM
Exhibition Park, 81 London Rd W
Saturday, June 6 | 12:00 Noon
Exhibition Park, 81 London Rd W
Sunday, June 7 | 12:00 Noon
Orin Reid Park, 120 Goodwin Dr
Attendance is pay-what-you-can, by donation. Donate online prior to attending, or at the event via cash or card. Recommended donation $15 / $20 / $25.
About the Work
“KO!” meaning “Go!” in Akan Twi, dives deep into the pulse that drives movement. Here, improvisation becomes the guide, allowing dancers to tap into their most visceral selves. We honour the individuality of each body while celebrating the shared energy of the community.
Originally presented at Citadel Nightshift in 2023.
Choreographer
Kwasi Obeng-Adjei
Performers
Kwasi Obeng-Adjei, Amelie Giusta
About the Choreographer
Kwasi Obeng-Adjei is a Brampton-based multidisciplinary artist, emerging choreographer, and dance educator whose practice is rooted in traditional African forms and African street dance. With over a decade of experience in the dance community, Kwasi has built an impressive performance and creative resume, including appearances with the Pan Am Games, Giants of Africa Gala, Raptors Halftime Show, Asake Canadian Tour, AfroFest, Luminato Festival, Kultureland Festival, and many more.
Kwasi has made a continued commitment to promoting and sharing dance within his community. He recognizes the importance of strengthening the dance ecosystem in Ontario and providing tangible opportunities for youth—beginning with workshops, programs, and cultural events that celebrate and educate.
Kwasi’s choreographic journey expanded in 2023 when he presented an original work at Night Shift, produced by Citadel + Compagnie and co-presented with Fall for Dance North. Drawing on a free-form, exploratory approach, his work is driven by connection, cultural lineage, and curiosity.
In 2025, Kwasi presented Echoes of the Same Tree in collaboration with Nigerian-based artist Ambrose Tjark as part of Homegrown Signature 2 programming for Fall for Dance North, marking a significant milestone in his artistic development.
Acknowledgements + Special Thanks
Nia Centre for their artist in residence program. Citadel + Compagnie Night/Shift Co-presented with Fall For Dance North.
Photo by Drew Berry