This poster advertises the Pelican Players Neighborhood Theatre 1985 tour across Canada and Great Britain. The design depicts five Black women wearing black pants and teal shirts. One of the women is jumping next to the text “Jump Up!”.  Graphic design, photographs and illustrations were done by Joss Maclennan. 

This poster is one of a number by Joss Maclennan featured in the Rise Up archival collection that illuminate her passion for clear language, strong visuals and dedication to social justice.Her work supports change on issues spanning domestic violence prevention, reproductive justice, poverty, racism, 2SLGBTQIA+ and workers’ rights, the environment, and the arts, Joss has created designs and illustrations for some of Canada’s most iconic social justice campaigns, including The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.

Copyright is held by the artist and the poster is shared here with Joss Maclennan’s permission.