Connecting De Dots CIC...

Empowering Black Voices in Film

Join Us in Creating Powerful Stories

Connecting De Dots is a  CIC that creates Film,Music, Dance, Theatre, Visual Art, Educational products, events, and other social platforms to engage a diverse and intergenerational audience with  Black History and culture.

Our Story and Mission

Why was Connecting De Dots Created:

Alison Ray MA recognised that artists of the African Diaspora needed to connect to share and develop skills for the benefit of the wider community and their work. Hence, Connecting De Dots was formed…

Our Expertise

We offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to meet the needs of emerging and established performing & visual artists, Musicians, Dancers, Actors, Producers, Gamers, etc.

Production

From concept to screen, we provide full-scale production services, ensuring your vision is realized with precision and artistry.

Script Development

Our team works closely with writers to refine scripts, ensuring compelling narratives that resonate with audiences.

Mentorship Programs

We offer mentorship opportunities, guiding new talent through the intricacies of the film industry and fostering growth.

Our Creative Showcase

What Our Collaborators Say

Alison Ray MA had the idea to create an organisation that allows different artists to come together to use their Performing Arts skills and benefit the community and the Arts.

Alison recognised that there was a lack of a join up approach: Hence the title Connecting the De Dots CIC.
She contacted the directors Ben Mouloungui and Heather Coke who were equally interested in the concept.
Therefore joins us on this journey.

Alison Ray MA, Director & Founder

Heather trained in ballet tap and jazz at a local dance school and attended Sylivia Young and Italia Conti before studying contemporary at SELTEC, eventually gaining a BA (Hons) from Middlesex University.

She was a performer in Black Heroes in the Hall of Fame and with Oblatala Dance group prior to becoming a Performing Arts, Dance and PE teacher in inner London schools after gaining a and a PGCE at Bedford College.

As well as being Head of Dance in a Newham secondary school, Heather currently mentors trainee dance teachers, moderates for AQA GCSE Dance and works as an independent dance consultant.

She recently performed in the West End again and loved it.

Heather Coke, Co-Founder

Master Manifestor, L.A. Filmaker, Editor, Tech genius.

The professionalism and creativity of the team made our project a resounding success. I look forward to future collaborations.

”Don’t Rush Greatness”

 

Ben MOULOUNGUI aka Welcome X. Co-Founder, Filmaker, Editor.

Upcoming Events

Black Creators Film Festival

March 2026

FREE

Workshops

5th October 2025

African Contemporary Dance Workshop and Book Launch with Alison Ray.
Time 1pm -4.30pm at  The Place 17 Duke’s Road WC1H 9PY.
Fee for workshop and book launch: £25 
Book Launch only price: £8

Community Screening Night

May 2026 TBC

FREE

Storytelling Masterclass

June 2026 TBC

FREE

Join Our Creative Journey

We invite you to collaborate with us, support our mission, or follow our journey on social media. Together, we can amplify diverse voices in creative spaces.