Black history month 2014 by The Drum

FOREWORD Birmingham City Council is proud to support Black History Month, a month that contemplates the accomplishments, struggles and contributions of Britain’s Black communities to society. It is entirely appropriate that this year’s theme is ‘The Commonwealth and World War One’, highlighting the significant contribution made by African, Caribbean and Asian people at home and abroad, and the impact which the war had on their lives. Black History Month in Birmingham is an important feature of the city’s calendar. Throughout October residents and visitors will be able to take part in a variety of historical and cultural activities and I am pleased to continue the Council’s collaboration with The Drum which takes responsibility for compiling an exciting programme of events for all. Birmingham holds its diversity dear and the City Council is mindful of the need to reflect on its development, to learn new and inspiring stories, and to include as many people as possible in considering the impact of black history on our contemporary identity. I am confident that the programme will appeal to a wide range of tastes and interests and hope that 2014 will be another successful year for this important initiative. Sir Albert Bore Leader Birmingham City Council

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

WELCOME As the CEO of Europe’s leading Intercultural arts and culture business it gives me great pleasure to introduce the launch of Birmingham 2014 Black History Month (BHM). Over the years we have featured a diverse range of topics, including The Rev Martin Luther King famous - I have a dream - speech. October 2014 is no exception. The theme is in recognition of the Centenary of the First World War, particularly the contribution and sacrifice of the soldiers and civilians from Britain’s former colonies, under the heading…

I believe that it’s of major importance for adults and children of all cultures and ethnicity to learn about the invaluable contribution and sacrifice African, Asian and Caribbean citizens made to physically defend Great Britain, freedom and democracy, thousands of miles from home. The theme resonates with the notion of identity and the physical and political struggles for self-determination engulfing much of the entire world - one hundred years later. As indicated, BHM is the official launch of a spectrum of events and activities taking place during the month of October, which have been compiled in a brochure, copies of which can be found in libraries and other venues across the city. A key feature of BHM includes the opening of Dr Vanely Burke’s ‘Freedom or Death’ photographic exhibition, which charts the last days of the apartheid era in South Africa. Throughout BHM organizations and individuals will be celebrating Black heritage via a bumper harvest of performance and digital arts offer, I do believe there is something for everyone and hope that you, family and friends have a blessed BHM. May the spirit of your Prophets continues to guide and encourage you.

Charles E Small Chief Executive

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Sat 27 Sep - Sat 1 Nov Black History Month

A month long annual event to celebrate the achievements, contributions and struggles of African, Asian and Caribbean people within the context of their diversity and heritage. Featuring talks, exhibitions, performances, music, tours, discussions, spoken word, fashion and visits. Events include a exhibition The Danford Collection of West African Art and artefacts, How women have made a contribution to black freedom, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Four Women of the Movementâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, The Star of Birmingham Lodge (no4) 50 years Celebration Awards, Gala Dinner and Dance, a tribute to the memory of Professor Stuart Hall, a number of our local libraries will be showing a film about the Life of Mary Seacole, photographic exhibition charting the final days of the apartheid era in South Africa through the lens of preeminent documentary photographer Dr Vanley Burke.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Fri 26 Sep

Launch: Fri 26 Sep

The Official Launch of Birmingham Black History Month 2014 Admission by invitation only

Freedom or Death: Photographic Exhibition DR Vanley Burke

6pm - 9pm

The annual Official Launch of Birmingham Black History Month (BHM) at The Drum in partnership with Birmingham City Council seeks to celebrate achievements, contributions and struggles of African, Asian and Caribbean people within the context of their diversity and heritage. As part of the First World War Centenary, the theme for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s BHM goes by the title Black Blood Runs Red. The Launch programme will include invited key note speakers and the premier of a specially commissioned performance which will interweave live music, spoken word and visual projection to tell the story of the contribution and sacrifice of Africans, Asian, Caribbean peoples to the First World War.

6pm

The Drum is pleased to host an exhibition charting the final days of the apartheid era in South Africa through the lens of preeminent documentary photographer Dr Vanley Burke. Burke travelled extensively throughout South Africa to Soweto, Sharpeville, Bophuthatswana, Cape Town and Durban, talking to people, attending rallies, funerals and demonstrations. This selection of photographs from the Library of Birmingham archives provides a unique insight of a nation undergoing immense change towards eventual democracy. Free Admission

1,440,500 Indians fought for Britain during First World War, 47,746 were killed and 65,126 were wounded. 15,600 soldiers from the West Indies Regiment saw action in France, Palestine, Egypt and Italy during First World War â&#x20AC;&#x201C; over 1,200 were killed more than 2,500 were wounded. 55,000 Africans from many countries served as combatant soldiers and many hundreds of thousands more as carriers and auxiliary troops. An estimated 10,000 were killed or died while serving. We hope that you will come and join us on this auspicious occasion. If you are interested in finding more about attending please contact Paulette Francis-Green via email on p-officer@the-drum.org.uk

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Week One Sat 27 Sep to Sun 5 Oct Sat 27 Sep 7:30pm

Power In Poetry Black History Tour 2014

Power In Poetry is a diverse mix of Poets from around the globe, dedicated to raising awareness of, and participation in, poetry. Designed to motivate and inspire, the event provides a platform for young artists to use their words, imagination and talent to take audiences on an amazing journey. Join us for an amazing night of spoken word poetry and beautiful storytelling. TICKETS: £10 (£8) The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston / Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444

Wed 1 & Thu 2 Oct 8pm

Tamasha: My name is…

My Name is... tells the story behind a story that hit the headlines in 2006. When Gaby disappeared from her Scottish home, it was assumed that her Pakistani father had kidnapped her. This moving verbatim play reveals a cross-cultural love in early 80s Glasgow. TICKETS: £14 (£12) mac Birmingham Cannon Hill Park / Birmingham / B12 9QH Box Office: 0121 446 3232 www.macbirmingham.co.uk

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Week One Sat 27 Sep to Sun 5 Oct Wed 1 Oct

Fri 3 Oct

Pandora’s Box

Upfront Comedy presents USA Special

7pm

As part of the Nigerian 54 Independence Day Celebrations we bring you the unmissable, award-wining tragic comedy about a Nigerian families, love, betrayal and choices in Pandora’s Box. There will also be VIP meet and greet with speeches from Nigerian leaders and a postperformance Q&A’s with the writer and cast members. TICKETS: £12.50 (£10.50) The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444

7:30pm

An international comedy special featuring three of America’s funniest performers: Wil E Robo, star of Puff Daddy’s Bad Boys of Comedy, Florida’s award winning Sean Grant and Akaash Singh, the funniest Indian comedian to come out of Dallas. Food will be available on the night. AGES 18+ Tickets: £13.50 (£11.50), £16.50 OTD The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444

USA SPECIAL

Fri 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Oct 4pm - 5pm & 5pm - 6pm

Moving tu Balance,

Creative African and Caribbean Dance for Adults Introduce your child to African Caribbean culture, in a fun and exciting way by focusing on creating, adapting and linking a range of movements; whilst developing and awareness of the historical and cultural origins of a variety of dances. Tickets: £4 St Marks Church Hall Bleakhill Road / Erdington / B23 7EL For more information email wedayah2@yahoo.co.uk or ring 0771 866 0694

PANDORA’S BOX

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Week One Sat 27 Sep to Sun 5 Oct Sat 4 Oct

12 noon & 2pm

AfrovibeS Festival for Families Khumba (animation)

Khumba leaves the only home he has ever known in search of the magic waterhole where legend has it, the first zebras’ got their stripes. It’s not all black and white in this colourful animation. TICKETS: £3 mac Birmingham Cannon Hill Park / Birmingham / 12 9QH Box Office: 0121 446 3232 www.macbirmingham.co.uk / www.afrovibesuk.com

Sat 4 Oct

12 noon - 8pm

BEX LIVE INTERNATIONAL

BEX Live is the largest business, cultural and lifestyle marketing tradeshow, celebrating 50 years of black community in business culture, creativity, entrepreneurship, consumer power and much more. FREE ADMISSION Birmingham Eastside South and City College Birmingham & The Custard Factory South and City College / Digbeth Campus 129 Floodgate Street / Birmingham B5 5SU The Custard Factory Gibb St / Birmingham B9 4AA For more information ring 0790 699 4192 www.blackexposurelive.co.uk

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Week One Sat 27 Sep to Sun 5 Oct

Bashment Housewives

Sun 5 Oct 8pm

Sun 5 Oct

Doors open 7:15pm / Last Entry 7:45pm

COBO - Comedy of Black Origin COBO pulls together some of the circuit’s finest comedians. Mr Cee, Dibbi , comedy’s No.1 Diva, KG (Shadrack & The Mandem) & our guests from Los Angles, Sean G Grant, Jimmy Kemmel Live, for a hilarious night Tickets: £18 The Glee Club The Arcadian / 70 Hurst Street / Birmingham B5 4TD Box Office: 0871 472 0400 Visit website bit.ly/1tvUTrZ For more information email info@desicentral.co.uk

Bashment Housewives

Tennexa presents, this exciting urban-comedy drama highlights the lifestyles of four competitive young women wanting to live a life full of luxury facing relationship challenges and financial struggle with their hubbies. Along for the drama mother Carlene played by Debbie Diamond and dad played by Countryman are drawn in when gossip queen Kione reveals all secrets! A play not to be missed! TICKETS: £16, £20 OTD The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston / Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444

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Week TwO Mon 6 to Sun 12 Oct MOVING TU BALANCE

Wed 8 Oct

8:30am - 6:30pm

Trip to InternAtional Slavery Museum Liverpool Departs Pannel Croft Village Hospital Street Newtown / Birmingham B19 2XU

TICKETS: £25 Price included return transport, entry to museum and guided tour. Please note TICKETS on sale to village residents first. To book ring 0121 503 1000 ask for Julie Talbot or Nathan Duberry.

Wed 8 Oct Mon 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct

6:30pm Talk with Leah Gordon 7:30pm ScratchBHAM

Moving tu Balance

ScratchBHAM Black History Month Special

7:15pm - 9pm

Creative African and Caribbean Dance for Adults Come and discover healthier ways of being through African holistic dance. Wake up your cellular memory and embrace your spirit. Discover ways of relaxing by finding balance, truth and ultimate healing through traditional therapeutic African dance and creative movement. TICKETS: £7 George Road Baptist Church George Road / Erdington B23 7RZ For more information email wedayah2@yahoo.co.uk or ring 0771 866 0694

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ScratchBHAM presents local artists ‘scratching’ material inspired by Leah Gordon’s Kanaval exhibition. ScratchBHAM is about the dialogue between audience and writer, in a usually isolated craft, celebrating work in development and the very process of writing. TICKETS: £4 Ort Café 500 - 504 Moseley Road / Balsall Heath Birmingham B12 9AH www.maiacreatives.wordpress.com For more information email maiacreatives@gmail.com

Week TwO Mon 6 to Sun 12 Oct Fri 10 Oct

Sat 11 Oct

Four Women of the Movement

A Tribute to Stuart Hall

FREE ADMISSION but donation welcome Afro Caribbean Millennium Centre 339 Dudley Road /Winson Green / Birmingham B18 4HB For more information email info@blackunity.org.uk www.blackunity.org.uk

FREE ADMISSION but donation welcome Kajans Catering and Studio College Whitehead Road / Birmingham B6 6EL For more information email info@blackunity.org.uk www.blackunity.org.uk

7pm - 9pm

Women have made an essential contribution to the movement for Black freedom. The Organisation of Black Unity presents a discussion of four sisters who are often overlooked: Nanny of the Maroons, Yaa Asante Waa, Assata Shakur and Claudia Jones.

Fri 10 Oct

1pm - 6pm

Professor Stuart Hall, came from Jamaica to become one of Britain’s foremost scholars on race, racism and activism. He passed away earlier this year and this event is in tribute to his memory and will feature speakers, performances and workshops.

NECOLA HALL

7:30pm

Real Talk with Necola Hall author of “ I Was a Soldier”

The Drum is pleased to host an evening with LJ and her special guest author Necola Hall sharing her gripping triumph over adversity story I Was A Solider. Jamaica-born Necola served in the British Army for over nine years and is a veteran of the Second Gulf War. TICKETS: £4 (£3) The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston / Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444

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Week TwO Mon 6 to Sun 12 Oct Sat 11 Oct

Sat 11 Oct

Mary Seacole

The Star of Birmingham Lodge No. 4.

2:30pm - 3:30pm Birmingham Community Libraries present Mary Seacole, a 25 minute film covering the life of Mary Seacole and her contribution to Britain during the Crimean War and later. Made by local people in Handsworth Wood.

7:30pm

50 Years Celebration Awards Gala Dinner & Dance In 1962, 27 West Indian men formed a self-improvement group. specialising in the spiritual values of life, moral lessons, self- knowledge and charity work. Launched on the 29th August 1964, the Star of Birmingham Lodge this year celebrates 50 years of existence with this Gala Dinner and Dance. TICKETS from ÂŁ30.00 The Tower Mount Banqueting Suite Reservoir Road / Edgbaston / Birmingham B16 9EE To book TICKETS please ring: 07979 921 414 / 01902 427 860 / 07921 211 993 0121 356 0200 For more information email geniusbiz@hotmail.com www.iuom.org Star Of Birmingham Lodge No.4

INC. USA I.U.O.M. W.H.

FREE ADMISSION Small Heath Library Muntz Street / Small Heath / Birmingham B10 9RX For more information email kevin.duffy@birmingham.gov.uk

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1964 - 2014

Week THREE Mon 13 to Sun 19 Oct Tue 14 Oct 10am - 2pm

Urdu Mushaira

Ladies only event. Local Poets will be giving performances of poetry in Urdu. Audience participation welcomed. FREE ADMISSION Sparkhill Library 641 Stratford Road / Sparkhill / Birmingham B11 4EA For more information ring 0121 303 0732

Tue 14 Oct

1:45pm - 2:45pm

Thu 16 Oct

4:30pm 1st Showing 5:30pm 2nd Showing

Mary Seacole - Film

Birmingham Community Libraries present Mary Seacole, a 25 minute film covering the life of Mary Seacole and her contribution to Britain during the Crimean War and later. Made by local people in Handsworth Wood. Free event Balsall Heath Library 497 Moseley Road Birmingham / B12 9BX For more information ring 0121 464 1962

Mary Seacole - Film

Birmingham Community Libraries present Mary Seacole, a 25 minute film covering the life of Mary Seacole and her contribution to Britain during the Crimean War and late. Made by local people in Handsworth Wood. Free Event Sutton Coldfield Library 45 Lower Parade / Sutton Coldfield B72 1XX

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Week THREE Mon 13 to Sun 19 Oct SOLOMON AND MARION

Thu 16 Oct 7:30pm

Hallowed Turf

Gazebo Theatre presents Hallowed Turf is a story of soldiers, football and heroes... A young man’s dream of becoming a footballer is brought to the front when he meets his hero on a very different front line. This powerful and heart-breaking new play shares the true story of footballing star Walter Tull, the first Black officer to serve in the British Army in World War One. TICKETS: £8.50 (£6.50) The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston / Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444

Thu 16 - Sat 1 Nov 7:45pm

(matinees on Thu 23 Oct, Sat 25 Oct, Thu 30 Oct, Sat 1 Nov at 2:45pm)

Solomon and Marion

This powerful play about two injured souls searching for redemption follows the story of Marion (Janet Suzman), as she struggles to find meaning in a transformed country. But as the 2010 World Cup finals dawn in a fragile, post-apartheid South Africa, hope enters her life in the form of Solomon (Khayalethu Anthony)... TICKETS: £12 - £20 Concessions and group discounts available - for more information visit bit.ly/1gG5mtd The STUDIO Birmingham Repertory Theatre / Centenary Square Broad Street / Birmingham B1 2EP Box Office: 0121 236 4455 www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/event/solomon-and-marion For more information ring 0121 245 2075

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Week THREE Mon 13 to Sun 19 Oct Tue 14 & Thu 16 Oct

1pm*

The HEARTH, Time to Change and The Drum presents

Other

Admission by invitation only (this is not open to the public)

Thu 16 Oct 4pm*

Other and TTC Social Marketing Campaign Launch** TICKETS: £5 (£3)

Other traces Tobias’s life in reverse, from his arrest and sectioning back through to his childhood. A fascinating and intensely moving performance, highlighting the missed opportunities for intervention in his life. The play asks searching questions about the identity of those people who don’t fit into the neat boxes on monitoring forms and whether it needs to be like this for young people of dual heritage? Supporting Workshops * Performance followed by 45minute Theatre Workshop ** Time To Change Wellbeing Village will start at 4pm onwards with buffet. Speeches from 5:30pm. Performance at 6:30pm Admission by invitation only (this is not open to the public) The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston / Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444 More info, please contact Jenny Hudson email j.hudson@mind.org.uk www.time-to-change.org.uk/300Voices

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Week THREE Mon 13 to Sun 19 Oct Thu 16 Oct

Fri 17 Oct

Untangling the Politics of Black Hair

Rainforest Symphony

7pm - 9pm

10am & 2:30pm

When it comes to blackness and hair, there are as many issues as there are styling products. Has it ever been ‘just hair’, or are the politics around Black hair a matter of social and economic justice? FREE ADMISSION The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444 For more information email kadianpow@gmail.com

Language Alive present Rainforest Symphony, an exciting musical journey into the rainforest to help Acapella the frog find her way home after she accidently arrived in Birmingham on a delivery of fruit.

10am

FREE ADMISSION AGES 4 - 6 years old Frankley Library Frankley Community High School New Street / Birmingham B45 0EU For more information email kevin.duffy@birmingham.gov.uk

Fri 17 Oct 10pm

SANCHEZ

2:30pm

FREE ADMISSION AGES 4 - 6 years old Kings Heath Library High Street / Birmingham B14 7SW For more information email kevin.duffy@birmingham.gov.uk

Etana

Sanchez - Reggae Superstar

The internationally acclaimed Reggae Superstar Sanchez returns to Birmingham’s Bingley Hall, after five years to headline this concert in celebration of The Drum’s 20th Anniversary. Special headliner will be the stunning Jamaican Reggae vocalist Etana. Plus music on the night is supplied by Birmingham’s finest DJ’s including Countryman, Ranking from Gatecrash, G6T9 and Mikey Bups from Manchester. As well as, Sanchez and Etana, there will be support on the night by singer-songwriter Aysha Loren. TICKETS: £35, £40 OTD The New Bingley Hall 1 Hockley Circus / Hockley Birmingham B18 5PP

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Aysha

Week THREE Mon 13 to Sun 19 Oct Fri 17 Oct

Sat 18 Oct

Tie Dyeing African and Caribbean Fabrics

World War 1 Story Telling session

2:30pm - 3:30pm

Learn the craft of tie-dyeing at this hands-on workshop by Khamlyn FREE ADMISSION Handsworth Library Soho Road / Birmingham B21 9DP For more information email handsworth.library@birmingham.gov.uk or ring 0121 464 1185

Fri 17 Oct 8pm

Holy & Horny - national tour

Back by popular demand, Holy & Horny is a “Hilarious, powerful and deeply moving” sell-out show celebrating women’s sensuality and spirituality. In this extraordinary play, Actress & Author Tonya Joy Bolton explores one woman’s struggle to remain holy despite being as horny as hell!

2pm - 3pm

Bloomsbury Library will be commemorating the contribution of men and women from the Commonwealth countries to the WW1 effort. Children and adults are invited to listen to and share stories of bravery and heroism in the face of grave danger to their own lives to protect our freedom.

FREE ADMISSION Bloomsbury Library The POD / Oliver Street / Nechells / Birmingham B7 4NX For more information email Manmohan.s.bains@birmingham.gov.uk or Zulfiqar.ali@birmingham.gov.uk www.birmingham.gov.uk/bloomsburylibrary HOLY & HORNY

TICKETS: £12.50/ £10 AGES 15+ Contains strong language mac Birmingham Cannon Hill Park / Birmingham / West Midlands B12 9QH Box Office: 0121 446 3232 For more information email tonyaj@tonyajoybolton.com www.macbirmingham.co.uk / www.holyandhorny.com

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Week FOUR Mon 20 to Sun 26 Oct Mon 20 - Sat 25 Oct

Mon 20 Oct

Mon 20 Oct The Soil

20 Years of Freedom

SARGAM South Asian Singing Contest - Auditions

The Drum and mac Birmingham are thrilled to welcome Afrovibes to Birmingham - a biennial festival that celebrates the finest South African contemporary theatre, music and visual arts. Marking the 20th anniversary of the first democratic election in South Africa, the season promises to illustrate the many voices and experiences of the country, while offering UK audiences and artists the opportunity to engage with visiting performers. “In 1994 a new nation was born. Since then, our artists have been showing the world that South Africa has stories to tell: stories that speak to the collective memory of who we are. Yet at the same time they weave new narratives that speak of life in South Africa today - stories that link us with the world” James Ngcobo Artistic Director of Afrovibes

From 6:45pm

Those selected to take part must be available on Sun 2 Nov as the Contest is part of the following event: The Bangalore Quartet: Chakrafonics performance at The Ruddock Performing Arts Centre, Birmingham at 4.30pm on Sun 2 Nov. To audition to take part in the contest, you must apply by 10 October, full details on www.sampad.org.uk/events. Box Office: 0121 472 9585 (for the Chakrafonics at Ruddock, not for the auditions): Audition queries: sampad on 0121 446 3260 More information email anne@sampad.org.uk www.sampad.org.uk/events

Visit Afrovibes UK to view the full nationwide season of events. f Afrovibes t @AfrovibesUK #afrovibes www.afrovibesuk.com

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8pm

The Soil is a three piece a cappella vocal group combing a stunning mix of musical styles: township jazz, hip-hop, Afro-Pop and Afro-Soul. No instruments, no music lessons - just their own voices and local inspiration. With special guests The Soil and featuring our youth ensemble and local poets! TICKETS: £12 (£10) mac Birmingham Cannon Hill Park / Birmingham West Midlands B12 9QH Box Office: 0121 446 3232 For more information email marcia.springer@macarts.co.uk www.macbirmingham.co.uk www.afrovibesuk.com

Glazed Wine Flask Abuja Pottery Training Centre

Week FOUR Mon 20 to Sun 26 Oct Tue 21 Oct

Tue 21 Oct

Danford Film Screenings: Mud and Water Man

Punk in Africa

5:30pm - 7pm

Tue 21 Oct 3pm - 4pm

Lesley Primo and his Barber Favourites

Back by popular demand, acclaimed art historian and National Gallery lecturer Leslie Primo returns to the Barber. Join Leslie as he shares his favourite works from the Barber collection in this exclusive guided tour of the galleries. FREE ADMISSION, booking essential The Barber Institute of Fine Arts University of Birmingham Edgbaston Park Road Birmingham B15 2TS www.lesleyprimo.eventbrite.co.uk For more information ring 0121 414 2225 (Mon-Wed only) www.birmingham.ac.uk/ blackhistorymonth

7pm

Join the University of Birmingham’s Research & Cultural Collections for a film tracing the career of English potter Michael Cardew, from his establishment of Pottery Training Centres in Nigeria and Ghana, to the running of his pottery at Wenford Bridge in Cornwall. FREE ADMISSION, booking essential Danford Room Room 224 (2nd Floor) / Arts Building University of Birmingham Edgbaston B15 2TT Box Office: www.mudandwaterman. eventbrite.co.uk For more information please ring 0121 414 2225 (Mon-Wed only) www.birmingham.ac.uk/ blackhistorymonth

Cert: Not Rated Running Time: 82 mins Three chords, three countries, one revolution... Punk in Africa is the story of the multiracial punk movement within the recent political and social upheavals experienced in three Southern African countries: South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe. TICKETS: £4 (£3) The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444

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Week FOUR Mon 20 to Sun 26 Oct Wed 22 Oct 7:30pm

An Evening with Jean ‘Binta’ Breeze and Tracie Morris Tue 21 Oct 8pm

Afrovibes Festival: Skierlik

This award-winning play revisits the horror of a racially-motivated shooting spree that devastated the remote settlement of Skierlik in 2008. Thomas moved away after his wife and three month old daughter were killed in the atrocity. But now he’s returning. We ride with him on the long dirt road back to Skierlik. TICKETS: £12 (£10) mac Birmingham Cannon Hill Park / Birmingham / West Midlands B12 9QH Box Office: 0121 446 3232 www.macbirmingham.co.uk / www.afrovibesuk.com

renaissance one and The Drum supported by Shakti Women presents an evening of conversation and performance from two leading international figures, the acclaimed Jamaican poet and dub artist Jean ‘Binta’ Breeze MBE and the acclaimed US poet and voice artist Tracie Morris. TICKETS: £8 (£6) The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston / Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444 Jean ‘Binta’ breeze

Wed 22 Oct 1pm - 5pm

Pannel Croft Cultural Workshops

TRACIE MORRIS

Arts and Craft exhibition, including food tasting, music and dance. FREE ADMISSION Pannel Croft Village Hospital Street / Newtown / Birmingham B19 2XU For more information ring 0121 503 1000 or email Julie.talbot@extracare.org.uk

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Developed by renaissance one for The Drum www.renaissanceone.co.uk Supported by Shakti Women www.shaktiwomen.com photos © Tracie Morris and Jean Binta Breeze

Week FOUR Mon 20 to Sun 26 Oct “ It is better to die for an idea that will live, than to live for an idea that will die” Steve Biko

Wed 22 & Thu 23 Oct

Thu 23 Oct

Afrovibes Festival: Rainbow Scars

Biko’s Quest (Dance)

8pm

During the era of reconciliation, Nelson Mandela encouraged South Africans to reach out and touch each other’s lives: white middle class Ellen Robinson and her family adopted a three year old black child called Lindiwe. Now, fourteen years later, all seems well - until her older cousin seeks her out and forces her to confront her true heritage... TICKETS: £12 (£10) mac Birmingham Cannon Hill Park / Birmingham / West Midlands B12 9QH Box Office: 0121 446 3232 www.macbirmingham.co.uk / www.afrovibesuk.com

7:30pm

The Steve Biko Foundation in association with Jazzart Dance Theatre presents, the life, death and legacy of the inspirational anti-apartheid campaigner give us this powerful large cast production that takes the audience on a poignant and emotional journey through danced storytelling. TICKETS: £10 (£8) £8 (£6) Earlybird AGES 10+ The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston / Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Week FOUR Mon 20 to Sun 26 Oct Fri 24 Oct

Fri 24 Oct

OSCAR Birmingham Sickle Cell and Thalassemia Conference

Black Soldiers & The First World War Past, Present, Future

South Africa from Mandela to the Marikana miners

10am - 3pm

2pm - 4pm

A free conference to raise awareness of Sickle Cell and Thalassemia. Speakers from health professionals, clients and those living with these conditions. Learn, participate and share your experiences. FREE ADMISSION Laurel Road Community and Sports Centre (Olive Branch 2) Laurel Road Handsworth / Birmingham B21 9BP Box Office: 0121 212 9209 For more information email admin@oscarbirmingham.org.uk www.oscarbirmingham.org.uk

This partnership event is aimed at community groups and individuals who are involved in projects and initiatives focused on the African and Caribbean contribution to the First World War. The event will provide a platform to network, share information and explore potential areas of interest and future collaboration. Hosted by Recognize Black History & Culture. To register visit www.blacksoldiers.eventbrite.co.uk The Library of Birmingham Centenary Square / Broad Street Birmingham B1 2ND For more information email recognize@live.co.uk www.recognizeonline.co.uk

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7pm

Film and discussion - The Miners Shot Down, In 2012 mineworkers in South Africa struck for better wages. The police used live ammunition, killing 34. The courageous but isolated fight by a group of low-paid workers against the combined forces of the mining company, government and Union. TICKETS: ÂŁ5 & ÂŁ3 Profit going to support of Marikana miners The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444 www.minersshotdown.co.sa

Week FOUR Mon 20 to Sun 26 Oct Fri 24 Oct 7:30pm

Mamela (Theatre)

Curious Monkey presents Mamela (meaning to Listen) follows a group of remarkable young women from the Eastern Cape of South Africa, capturing the opinions, experiences and aspirations of those born towards the end of the Apartheid era, the ’born-free‘ generation. A fusion of European and African theatre, this cutting edge, verbatim piece is moving personal testimony and storytelling, fused with traditional African song and dance. TICKETS: £8 (£6) Ages 10+ The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston / Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444

Sat 24 Oct 8pm

Afrovibes Festival Double Bill: MANA and Dark Cell

In Mana, South African choreographer Vincent Mantsoe will take you back to ancient times, evoking the spirit and earthy ambience of African dance and Shaman traditions. Dark Cell is an award-winning piece, which draws inspiration from former political prisoners of Robben Island, using the concept of a prison cell as a metaphor for mental imprisonment. TICKETS: £12 (£10) mac Birmingham Cannon Hill Park / Birmingham / West Midlands B12 9QH Box Office: 0121 446 3232 www.macbirmingham.co.uk / www.afrovibesuk.com

MAMELA “ A compelling narrative for the 21st century”

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Week FOUR Mon 20 to Sun 26 Oct Fri 24 Oct

Sat 25 Oct

Township Comets

Through the eyes of a Nurse’s Life by Linda L Brown

9pm

11am - 12 noon

The Township Comets play a joyful mix of South African Township Jazz which is inspired by South African saxophonist Dudu Pukwana, who in exile brought a pioneering mix of Township Jazz and improvisation to the UK and European scenes in the late 1960s.Their music is great fun; lively, rhythmic, slightly anarchic, dance-based jazz, it is hard to sit still. TICKETS: £6.50 (£4.50)* The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston / Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444

An inspirational talk by retired District Nurse Linda Brown through a collection of memorable memories spanning over 50 years. This is part of the Black Family Reading Project Birmingham Community Libraries. FREE ADMISSION Birchfield Library Trinity Road Book Club Birchfield Library / 3 Trinity Road / Aston B6 6AH For more information email Jennifer.startin@birmingham.gov.uk www.birmingham.gov.uk/bfrp

Sat 25 Oct

12 noon, 3pm & 7pm

Flat Out

The Drum are pleased to be working with Birmingham Royal Ballet, The University of Birmingham and local families to create an innovative family performance in peoples own homes; A personal show just for you and yours! Flat out is inspired by the High-Rise flats in Aston Newtown, the families who live there, their stories, aspirations and views of the city.

* C oncession prices apply for anyone who has been to see Mamela

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Free Admission* The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston / Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444 * Each performance has space for no more than six people - so advance booking is essential

DIASPORAS

Week FOUR Mon 20 to Sun 26 Oct Sat 25 Oct

Sat 25 Oct

Tyeing & Dyeing African & Caribbean Fabrics

Rhetorical (Theatre)

7:30pm

2pm - 4pm

Come along and learn how to Tie & Dye materials and learn new skills. This is a family event.

Sat 25 Oct 1pm - 4pm

Representing Diasporas: the Black and South Asian Presence in the Archives

Birmingham’s Black and South Asian communities are firmly rooted. But how well represented are they in the history of the City and its Archives? Join Dr Vanley Burke, Dr Lisa Palmer and Izzy Mohammed for lively debate and discussion!

FREE ADMISSION Small Heath Library Muntz Street / Small Heath / Birmingham B10 9RX For more information ring 0121 464 6155 or email manmohan.s.bains@birmingham.gov.uk saema.kausar@birmingham.gov.uk

www.birmingham.gov.uk/ smallheathlibrary

Thabo Mbeki succeeded Nelson Mandela as President of South Africa in 1999. In Rhetorical his most famous speeches are revisited, laying bare his powers of persuasion (and lack of the same). His often controversial nine years in high office, his style of governance and impact on his citizens are explored through the intriguing, compelling and satirical insights of a colourful (fictional) youth leader, Dada Mokone. GBR Productions in association with the State Theatre of Pretoria. TICKETS: £12 (£10) Earlybird* £7 (£5) AGES 14+ The Drum 144 Potters Lane / Aston Birmingham B6 4UU Box Office: 0121 333 2444

FREE ADMISSION Handsworth Library Soho Rd / Birmingham B21 9DP For more information email izzy.mohammed@ birmingham.gov.uk

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Week FOUR Mon 20 to Sun 26 Oct Sat 25 Oct 7:30pm

Autumn Recital Songs to Stir the Soul

Prepare to be uplifted as we take you on a musical journey from opera through to spirituals. Featuring critically acclaimed opera singers Byron Jackson and Jordene Thomas. TICKETS: £10 St Mary’s Church Warwick Road Acocks Green / Birmingham B27 6QS Limited parking spaces available after 6:45pm Box Office: https://autumnrecital.eventbrite.co.uk email: bjmusicevents@hotmail.co.uk For more information ring 0790 421 7452

Sat 25 Oct 8pm

Afrovibes Festival Double Bill: Uncles AND Angels AND Dark Cell

Uncles and Angels uses breath taking interactive dance and video to explore South Africa’s Reed Dance, a colourful celebratory tradition. Dark Cell is an award-winning piece, which draws inspiration from former political prisoners of Robben Island, using the concept of a prison cell as a metaphor for mental imprisonment.

TICKETS: £12 (£10) mac Birmingham Cannon Hill Park / Birmingham / West Midlands B12 9QH Box Office: 0121 446 3232 www.macbirmingham.co.uk / www.afrovibesuk.com

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Sat 25 Oct 8pm - 10pm

Express Truth Live

Join the Award winning podcast The Express Truth and have your say on Black community issues as we broadcast the Express Truth Show live over the airwaves for the 1st time with over 15,000 listeners tuned in live. We will be speaking on black businesses, Black families, Black History and many more interesting topics. The night will be hosted by the show’s very own Cipha Divine. Refreshments and merchandise will be available to purchase on the night. FREE ADMISSION One Community Org 132 Bradford Street / Digbeth Birmingham B12 0NS For more information please ring 0121 643 2047 or email Markhamilton@back2backfilms.com www.theexpresstruthshow.podomatic.com

Week FOUR Mon 20 to Sun 26 Oct Sun 26 Oct

Sun 26 Oct

Doors open 7pm Showtime 8pm

8:30am

Recognize Trip to the International Slavery Museum

The museum explores the historical and contemporary aspects of slavery through stories of bravery and rebellion amongst enslaved people. You’ll also learn about the legacies of the slave trade and celebrate Black achievement through its interactive displays. Split into three sections, the International Slavery Museum explores life in West Africa; enslavement and the middle passage; the oppression of their lives on plantations in the Americas. TICKETS: £10 - £15 International Slavery Museum Merseyside Maritime Museum / Albert Dock / Liverpool L3 4AX To book, ring 0759 432 5579 or visit www.theticketsellers.co.uk For more information email recognize@live.co.uk www.recognizeonline.co.uk

Oliver Samuels “Celebrating his 65th in Dolly House”

The Play Dolly House, is a wonderful mix of Jamaica’s favourite topics; politics, power, intimacy, race, class, mistrust and betrayal, all co-mingled into one hilarious comedy with the belly cramping humour that only Oliver can produce. Dolly House depicts the crazy drama, unavoidable tragedies and constant comedy that occur daily in multi-dwelling structures in Jamaica; commonly known as Tenement Yards. TICKETS: £28 Stalls / £26 Dress Circle* New Alexander Theatre Station Street / Birmingham B5 4DS Box Office: 0844 847 2302 www.alexandratheatre.org.uk www.www.cdevision.co.uk/productions *booking fees apply

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Week FIVE Mon 27 Oct to Sat 1 Nov Tue 28 Oct

5:30pm - 7pm

Danford Film Screenings: Monday’s Girls

Join the University of Birmingham’s Research & Cultural Collections for a documentary exploring the traditions associated with the initiation of women into adult society in Nigeria. Combining voice-over and interviews, the film documents tradition, modernity, and dissent in African women’s lives. FREE ADMISSION, booking essential Danford Room 2nd floor / Room 224 Arts Building University of Birmingham / Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TT Box Office: www.mondaysgirls.eventbrite.co.uk For more information ring 0121 414 2225 www.birmingham.ac.uk/blackhistorymonth

Thu 30 Oct 7pm - 9pm

Manifest: The Edition

Faith meets Art in this unique, incredibly out-of-the-box Poetry and Music night. A spiritual, inspirational night that aims to encourage and uplift. Powerful poets, stunning singers. One night. Don’t miss it! FREE ADMISSION Starbucks Lloyds 125 Colmore Row / Lloyds / Birmingham B3 3SD roger@glmedia.co.uk / www.manifesttheedition.co.uk

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Exhibitions / Events Fri 26 Sep - Fri 7 Nov Freedom or Death: Dr Vanley Burke

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Exhibitions / Events Wed 1 - Fri 31 Oct

Wed 1 - Fri 31 Oct

Newstyle Radio 98.7fm Black History Month

We are the Children

Newstyle Radio 98.7fm is a community radio station based in Winson Green, has been broadcasting to the city’s African-Caribbean community since it was launched on Wed14 August 2002. The service is reflective of African-Caribbean culture and aspiration in particular and of multicultural Birmingham. It is historical in being the first licensed African-Caribbean radio station in Britain. During October there be a selection of talk shows dedicated to Black History Month key topics. Sun 5, 12, 19 & 26 Oct / 6pm - 8pm African Cultural Chat and Talk Show with Simon Solomon

This is presented by Our Roots Children that blend African rhythm with pop music to produce an ultra-modern energetic and colourful displays in music, dance and dramatic expressions. FREE ADMISSION Various schools For more information email backtomyrootsgroup@gmail.com www.oourrootscic.co.uk

Mon 6, 13, 20 & 27 Oct / 10am - 1pm Community Affairs Show with Chicken George and Cee Cee

Wed 1 Oct - Fri 31 Oct

Tue 7, 14, 21 & 28 Oct / 10am - 1pm Connecting Communities Show with Dave Prince

I am Fabulous

Wed 8, 15, 22 & 29 Oct / 10am - 1pm Magazine Show with Chicken George and Cee Cee Wed 1, 8 & 15 & 22 Oct / 8pm - 10pm Roots Rock Reggae Show with Tony Roots Thu 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Oct / 10am - 12 noon Something to Talk about Chat show with Danny D

Join teenage Chanice on a journey which explores the lives of Queen Nzingha of Ndongo, Nanny of the Maroons and General Tariq Ibn Ziyad of Morocco. This upbeat play offers a fresh perspective of Black history. Available for booking now! Please ring 0121 783 7660/07849 383 705 www.strawberrywords.co.uk

www.newstyleradio.co.uk

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

I AM FABULOUS

Exhibitions / Events EMOTIONS OF BREATH

Thu 2 - Fri 31 Oct Drop-In

FOUR FATHERS

Wed 1 - Fri 31 Oct

Emotions of breath

First World War: and the Commonwealth

Library opening times

Photography meets the written word An exhibition of abstract contemporary photographs by mac13soul exploring emotion and whether cultural differences have an effect on our response to beauty. Launch event on Mon 1 Aug at 7pm with the photographer Anthony McFarlane and spoken word artist Keshia Diamond who will be responding in words to the visual images. Handsworth Library Soho Road / Birmingham B21 9DP For more information email kevin.duffy@birmingham.gov.uk

Displays showing contributions of Asian and Black Soldiers.

FREE ADMISSION Birchfield Library 3 Trinity Rd Aston / Birmingham B6 6EJ Tue & Fri 10am - 1pm, 2pm - 5pm Thu 12 noon - 7pm Spring Hill Library Spring Hill / Birmingham B18 7BH Mon & Wed 10am - 5pm Thu 12 noon - 7pm Fri 10am - 5pm / Sat 9am - 5pm Aston Library 99 Whitehead Rd Aston / Birmingham B6 6EJ Mon & Tue 10am - 1pm, 2pm - 5pm Thu 12 noon - 7pm Sat 9am - 1pm, 2pm-5pm For more information ring 0121 464 7422/4202/1184

Photography exhibition celebrating and documenting the lives of Birminghamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s South Asian men from great-grandfathers to sons. The thought-provoking images by local photographer Ian Reynolds are part of a community-wide project supported by the Library of Birmingham, drawing on resources in the Archive, Heritage and Photography collections. Library of Birmingham Centenary Square Broad Street / Birmingham B1 2ND For more information ring 0121 303 6718 Library Opening Times Mon to Fri 8am - 8pm Sat 9am - 5pm / Sun 11am - 4pm

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Exhibitions / Events Fri 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 Oct

Fri 6 - Fri 31 Oct

The Danford Collection of West African Art and Artefacts

Black History Month Poetry Trail

9am - 5pm

The Danford Collection of West African Art and Artefacts celebrates the extensive cultural traditions and artistic expression of countries in West Africa. The collection, which will be open on Fridays throughout October, ranges from domestic and ceremonial objects to contemporary fine art and is considered one of the finest collections of its kind in Europe.

Collect a map from Aston Webb Reception and embark on an inspirational trail of poetry at the University of Birmingham. Following a poetry competition inviting reflections on the theme â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;inspirational changeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, a selection of poems will be displayed in creative and surprising ways across campus. University of Birmingham Edgbaston / Birmingham B15 2TT Across the University of Birmingham Edgbaston Campus www.birmingham.ac.uk/events/ blackhistorymonth

FREE ADMISSION Danford Room Room 224 (2nd Floor) / Arts Building University of Birmingham B15 2TT www.birmingham.ac.uk/blackhistorymonth For more information 0121 414 2225 (Mon-Wed only)

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Exhibitions / Events Mon 13 - Sat 25 Oct Mandela 27

To coincide with Afrovibes South African Festival, The Drum will host Mandela27, which is a cultural collaboration between the European Union and South Africa inspired by the iconic story of Nelson Mandela and the globally recognized Robben Island Museum. The project involves a physical display based upon the dimensions of Nelson Mandela’s cell, housing cultural stories and works. To date the DIY Exhibition has already been requested by BELvue Museum in Brussels, Belgium, The Herbert Art Gallery and Museum in Coventry, as well as the Great Britain and Robben Island Museum in Cape Town, South-Africa. The Drum Café 144 Potters Lane / Aston / Birmingham B6 4UU www.afrovibesuk.com

Wed 10 Sep - Sun 9 Nov 11am - 6pm Tue - Sun

Yinka Shonibare Ikon Icon 1990s

Yinka Shonibare’s exhibition at Ikon in 1999 was seminal. We now show Five Under Garments and Much More (1995), an early suspended installation that prefigures the artist’s mannequin works with dramatically enlarged proportions and exuberant African textiles. FREE ADMISSION Ikon Gallery Tower Room (only accessible via a number of steps). 1 Oozells Square / Brindleyplace Birmingham B1 2HS For more information ring 0121 248 0708 www.ikon-gallery.org/event/ ikon-icons-yinka-shonibare/

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

26 Oct - 1 Nov Black International Film Festival Various Venues A festival with a difference, incorporating music, live arts and education while providing platforms for filmmakers and art creatives to exhibit their talents. It’s a one week infusion of industry parties, showcases, networking events, educational seminars and screenings as well as the star studded “MViSAs” Movie Video andFri Screen 10Awards. - SatThis25Festival Octis unique as it is the only event of its kind in the UK.

Kanaval: Vodou, politics and revolution on the streets of Haiti A photography exhibition by British artist Leah Gordon. Haitian history, and not only that of the revolution, is replayed through the masks, costumes and narratives of the carnival in Jacmel, a coastal town in southern Haiti.

FREE ADMISSION Ort Gallery 500 - 504 Moseley Road / Balsall Heath Birmingham B12 9AH For more information info@ortgallery.co.uk www.ortgallery.co.uk

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Mainly free For more information visit www.biffestival.co.uk

Events Diary Week One

Week THREE

Sat 27 Sep Power In Poetry Black History Tour 2014 Wed 1 & Thu 2 Oct Tamasha: My name is… Wed 1 Oct Pandora’s Box Fri 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Oct Moving tu Balance Sat 4 Oct AfrovibeS Festival for Families - Khumba

Tue 14 Oct Urdu Mushaira Tue 14 & Thu 16 Oct Mary Seacole - Film

BEX LIVE INTERNATIONAL Sun 5 Oct COBO - Comedy of Black Origin

Other Thu 16 Oct - Sat 1 Nov Solomon and Marion Thu 16 Oct Hallowed Turf Other & TTC Social LAUNCH Untangling the Politics of Black Hair Fri 17 Oct Rainforest Symphony

Bashment Housewives

Tie Dyeing African and Caribbean Fabrics

Week TWO

Holy & Horny

Mon 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct Moving tu Balance Wed 8 Oct Trip to InternAtional Slavery Museum Liverpool ScratchBHAM - Black History Month Special Fri 10 Oct Four Women of the Movement Real Talk with Necola Hall author of “ I Was a Soldier” Sat 11 Oct A Tribute to Stuart Hall Mary Seacole The Star of Birmingham Lodge No. 4.

Sanchez Sat 18 Oct World War 1 Story Telling session

Wed 22 Oct & Thu 23 Oct Afrovibes Festival: Rainbow Scars Thu 23 Oct Biko’s Quest (Dance) Fri 24 Oct OSCAR Birmingham Sickle Cell and Thalassemia Conference Black Soldiers & The First World War Past, Present, Future South Africa from Mandela to the Marikana miners Mamela (Theatre) Afrovibes Festival Double Bill: MANA and Dark Cell Township Comets Sat 25 Oct Through the eyes of a Nurse’s Life by Linda L Brown Flat Out

WEEK FOUR

Representing Diasporas: the Black and South Asian Presence in the Archives

Mon 20 Oct SARGAM South Asian Singing Contest

Tyeing & Dyeing African & Caribbean Fabrics

The Soil Tue 21 Oct Lesley Primo and his Barber Favourites

Rhetorical (Theatre)

Danford Film Screenings: Mud and Water Man Punk in Africa Afrovibes Festival: Skierlik Wed 22 Oct Pannel Croft Cultural Workshops An Evening with Jean ‘Binta’ Breeze and Tracie Morris

Autumn Recital Songs to Stir the Soul Afrovibes Festival Double Bill: Uncles AND Angels AND Dark Cell Express Truth Live Sun 26 Oct Recognize Trip to the International Slavery Museum Oliver Samuels “Celebrating his 65th in Dolly House”

WEEK FIVE Tue 28 Oct Danford Film Screenings: Monday’s Girls Thu 30 Oct Manifest: The Edition

EXHIBITIONS AND EVENTS Wed 10 Sep - Sun 9 Nov Yinka Shonibare Ikon Icon 1990s Fri 26 Sep - Fri 7 Nov Freedom or Death: Dr Vanley Burke Wed 1 Oct - Fri 31 Oct Newstyle Radio 98.7fm Black History Month We are the Children I am Fabulous Emotions of breath First World War: and the Commonwealth Thu 2 - Fri 31 Oct FOUR FATHERS Fri 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 Oct The Danford Collection of West African Art and Artefacts Fri 6 - Fri 31 Oct Black History Month Poetry Trail Fri 10 Oct - Sat 25 Oct Kanaval: Vodou, politics and revolution on the streets of Haiti Mon 13 - Sat 25 Oct Mandela 27 26 Oct - 1 Nov Black International Film Festival Various Venues Sat 1 Nov Movie Video & Screen Awards

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