Kinshasa in Harlem, a cultural initiative started by Congolese artist Isaac Katalay with the goal of promoting the connections between the music and arts of the Congo and those of the African Diaspora, comes to the Poet’s Den Theater & Gallery at 309 E. 108th St. at 7 p.m. on Oct. 5.

Performers for this event include Isaac Katalay & The Life-Long Project Band, Garifuna artist Rolando “Chi Chi” Sosa, Cuban master-drummer Joaquin Pozo and Congolese-American songstress Rafiya.

Tickets cost between $20 for general admission and $50 for VIP. Call (212) 427-1445 for more information.