FirstWorks

FirstWorks is celebrating an exciting year of anniversaries: 20 years as an organization and 5 years of our “Summer Beats” concert series, a program at a pivotal moment with growth opportunities aligning to our 2024-2026 Strategic Plan. We’re seeking support for a highlight of FirstWorks’ “Global Journeys” themed anniversary year: A free public concert with virtuosic singer, dancer, percussionist, and songwriter Dobet Gnahoré, who will engage audiences in a celebration of African cultures. Hailing from Côte d’Ivoire, Dobet has taken the modern Afropop sounds of her country in exciting new directions. The 2010 Grammy-winner will engage audiences in a live performance with her jaw-dropping dance moves and richly emotional vocal style. A pre-show music and dance workshop for families will serve as a gathering point for multigenerational audiences. FirstWorks will once again partner with the Roger Williams Park Conservancy to create arts-based connectivity and access in a public space.