Events

Through the transformative power of music, spoken word, dance, and visual arts, SECRETASYLUM creates a safe space for expression, healing, and the building of a stronger, healthier community. Prepare to be moved as creatives delve into the dynamics that shape our lives and challenge the systems that impact our well-being. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable opening event at the 1310 Gallery!

“Madhouse” or Sanctuary?
The societal systems, isms, and structures in place do not support our overall well-being and have contributed to a continued deterioration in the mental health of our community. Mental Health is a community issue not only an individual one. No one should be expected to deal with these issues alone. Healing is community work. Healing is KR8TiVE. Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere featuring interactive live performances, KR8TiVE exchange, and a truly captivating art experience.

“Creativity, not normality, has become the paradigm of mental health” - Stephen Mitchell.

SECRET ASYLUM: an intimate showing featuring works of Alana DaCosta, Barry Gross, Crystal Terlingo, Dale Chambers, T$ADIK, Shari Star, Randolph Ward and many more!

Exhibit Events:

• Exhibition Opening, Friday, July 18, 2025
  Time: 7 pm-10 pm
• KR8TiVE Rebel Round Table (Virtual Artist Talk) TBA
• BLACK MOON YOGA Friday, July 25th
  Time: 6pm-8pm ($21) - Reel Reflections (short film screening) Sunday, July 27, 2025
  Time: TBA
  Location: TBA
• HEALING is KR8TiVE Play Day/Closing Event August 9th, 4pm-8pm
• WHY: Because we need this now more than ever. It’s time for us to tap into our creative energy, create a safe space, and inspire honest conversations as well as healthy connection in our community, creatively.

This is a FUNdraising event to kickstart the KR8TiVE Xchange Lab project. In partnership with community stakeholders, Alana DaCosta of KR8TiVE Uprising, inc. plans on converting a bus into a pop-up (and project-based) creative lab (music, movement, and visual arts) for our community. If you are feeling generous or can't attend any of the events AND want to be part of this creative community arts initiative please visit our website to learn how you can help.

This exhibition is more than about people coming to see art or being entertained by performances. This is a Community project and we need community action! This healing experience will ignite personal growth and healthy community connection.