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ABOUT ASANTE
At Asante Art Institute, every program strengthens the mental, emotional, and cultural well-being of the youth and families we serve. Through arts-centered experiences that affirm identity, build confidence, and nurture self-worth, we are equipping the next generation with the agency, resilience, and leadership needed to thrive.
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About asante
SIGNATURE PROGRAMS
Asante is one of the city’s oldest creative incubators. While there is a dedicated focus on youth, Asante is an organization that is for everyone. We are grounded in African and African American traditions and perspectives. Our mission is to cultivate global citizens through the arts. Through this lens we develop empowering programs and inspiring performances which educate and promote themes that speak to all communities. We use the arts to foster the personal and artistic development in youth and adults from all walks of life to connect with each other and grow.
Through reading, writing, and public speaking, we help girls build their confidence so they can speak up for themselves and their community.
Youth discover their artistic skills in storytelling, acting, poetry, writing, singing & physical movement to music.
Teens use the fundamentals of storytelling, spoken word, acting and content creation in a practical & hands-on setting.
Through reading, writing, and public speaking, we help girls build their confidence so they can speak up for themselves and their community.
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Joy to the World
A Funky Good Christmas - A Holiday Concert
Sunday, December 13, 2025 3:00 PM
Welcome to Joy To The World A Funky Good Christmas event at Indy’s Global Village! This unique event invites the community to immerse themselves in a rich tapestry of holiday traditions from around the globe, uniting cultures through the universal language of music and dance. “Joy to the World: A Funky Good Christmas” promises an unforgettable afternoon filled with high-energy performances, celebrating the diversity that enriches Indianapolis.
CALLING ALL INDIANAPOLIS PERFORMERS
A Touch of Glory
The Asante Art Institute (AAI) is thrilled to announce an extraordinary professional opportunity for Indianapolis-area performers!
As Indianapolis hosts the Mens Final Four, NIT championships, and Division II & Division III championships in March 2026, AAI is proud to present A Touch of Glory—a powerful play chronicling the historic 1955 Crispus Attucks basketball team.
Laura Town's newly rewritten production will take center stage at the Athenaeum during the final weekend of March and first weekend of April 2026.
