Vanguard of Creativity 2024

VANGUARD OF CREATIVITY 2024

“Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage works to ensure that diverse artists and audiences see themselves reflected across arts and heritage. We give voice to artists and practitioners from the African and African Caribbean Diaspora, championing quality and changing the gaze.”

Pawlet Brookes MBE

Contents About Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage Let’s Dance International Frontiers (LDIF) Black History Month (BHM) Heritage Events International Women’s Day 100 Black Women Who Have Made A Mark Annual Windrush Day Lecture Living Archive Digital BlackCentric Week Publications Serendipity Connect Membership Dialogue Box Resources for Change: Educational Resources and Training

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ABOUT SERENDIPITY INSTITUTE FOR BLACK ARTS AND HERITAGE

5 Based in Leicester, UK, Serendipity’s mission is to centre perspectives from the African and African Caribbean Diaspora, embedded as part of cultural experiences for all. Serendipity’s programmes include the flagship dance festival, Let’s Dance International Frontiers (LDIF), Black History Month Leicester (BHM) and the Annual Windrush Day Lecture. Serendipity has established a legacy: hosting the Living Archive; documenting Black arts, heritage and culture; publishing the voices of Black arts practitioners and community activists; nurturing artists to create high quality new work; and mentoring young people.

Since its inception in 2010, Serendipity has established a successful portfolio of trailblazing projects, establishing itself as a key contributor to cultural practice locally, nationally and internationally.

Serendipity became a charity in 2015 and a National Portfolio Organisation in 2018, supported by Arts Council England. Serendipity’s strength lies in its strategic role, as a Black-led organisation, working in partnership with artists, venues, educational institutions, museums, producers, directors, promoters, media companies, agencies and international forums.

Recognised for advocacy, quality and ambition, at the heart of Serendipity’s vision is founder, CEO and Artistic Director, Pawlet Brookes MBE. Brookes has a passion and innate talent for discovering, nurturing and promoting artistic talent from across the African and African Caribbean Diaspora. Her initiatives have resulted in the UK premieres of renowned dance companies, recognition of the previously unshared histories of Black presence in the Midlands, the innovative use of digital technologies as tools for accessibility and creativity, and the production of an internationally acclaimed documentary. In 2022, Pawlet Brookes was awarded an MBE in the New Year’s Honours in recognition of her contribution to the arts and cultural diversity.

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National Dance Theatre of Jamaica in Rex Nettleford’s Ritual of the Sunrise (1998).

Jamie Barnett Photography

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LET’S DANCE INTERNATIONAL FRONTIERS

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Let’s Dance International Frontiers (LDIF) is an annual dance festival launching each year on 29 April, International Dance Day. With dance at the heart, LDIF has become a forum for a wider debate around identity, representation and ownership. LDIF pushes boundaries with a creative programme that reflects the international nature of Leicester through performances, discussion seminars, masterclasses and an annual conference.

Over the last 13 years, LDIF has presented over 300 artists and companies, including 74 UK premieres and 46 world premieres. LDIF has also fostered the work of emerging artists, through platforms such as Signatures and Autograph, and with the Black British Dance Platform in partnership with FABRIC. As of 2023, these platforms alone have nurtured over 110 new commissions, with many artists going on to have successful careers in the sector. Previous participating artists include: Jamaal Burkmar, Cameron McKinney, Lanre Malaolu, Ella Mesma, Chad Taylor, Cia Pé no Mundo, Blake Arts and Fubunation.

A key success and lasting legacy are the conferences, rooted in dance technique and practice from the African and African Caribbean Diaspora. Centring each year around a theme, the findings are subsequently published, becoming a valuable resource for students and researchers. The conferences focus on giving voice to the practitioner. Past contributors include: Kyle Abraham, Joan Myers Brown, Alexandria Davis, Thomas DeFrantz, Anita Gonzalez, Jackie Guy, John Hunte, Chester Morrison, Shamel Pitts, Thomas Talawa Prestø, Bob Ramdhanie, Makeda Thomas, Eduardo Vilaro and Jawole Willa Jo Zollar.

10 LDIF has become a trailblazer for international dance programming and commissioning, with many artists making their UK debut as part of the festival, before appearing at mainstream venues. Bessie award winning Kyle Abraham/Abraham.In.Motion (USA) made their UK debut with Pavement as part of LDIF15, before its London premiere in 2017 at Sadler’s Wells. LDIF16 brought leading dance ensemble Urban Bush Women (USA) to Leicester, returning three decades after their last performance in the city. PHILADANCO! (USA) made their UK premiere as part of LDIF17, nearly fifty years after their founding by Joan Myers Brown, one of America’s leading change makers, providing training and opportunities for African American dancers. Germaine Acogny (Senegal) made her return to the UK with LDIF18 as her platform, showcasing Somewhere at the Beginning, a UK premiere, before appearing at London’s Southbank Centre. Ballet Hispánico, the largest Latinx-led cultural organisation in the US, also made their first English appearance at LDIF22. The rising talents Cia Pé no Mundo (Brazil), Cameron McKinney (USA), Maya Taylor (USA) have also made their first UK performances as part of LDIF, before working with the likes of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Rosalía and Solange Knowles.

LDIF+ is a programme of continued professional development, offering quality training in diverse dance techniques from around the world, taking place during LDIF and as satellite events. LDIF+ provides opportunities not widely available in the UK, with international practitioners presenting codified techniques rooted in the African and African Caribbean Diaspora that decentralise the Eurocentric gaze within the dance canon.

LDIF24 will explore the theme of Camouflage: Embodied Dance with a new commission from rising talent, Raul Reinoso, Principal Dancer with Acosta Danza, and headliners National Dance Theatre Company of Jamaica.

The festival will run 29 April – 4 May 2024 at venues throughout Leicester.

“Let’s Dance International Frontiers is such a beautiful experience, as I’m sure all the participating artists will agree.

You are playing a direct part in providing life-changing experiences.”

Cameron McKinney

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Marlon D Simms in Sweet in the Morning choreographed by Leni Wylliams.

Jamie Barnett Photography.

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BLACK HISTORY MONTH

13 First celebrated in the UK in 1987 and taking place in October, Black History Month (BHM) is an opportunity to explore important issues, recognise trailblazers who have paved the way, and celebrate the richness of Black artistic talent. For Serendipity, Black History Month is an opportunity to highlight and showcase Black arts, heritage and cultural politics within a year-round programme amplifying voices from the African and African Caribbean Diaspora.

Serendipity has coordinated Black History Month on behalf of Leicester City Council since 2011. Over the last 13 years, the programme has gained a regional and national reputation for its excellent professional arts programme, supported by heritage and education initiatives. Under Serendipity’s coordination, the annual theme has created more focused opportunities and core events: an annual launch, an emerging artist platform BHM Live, a film programme, a discussion series BlackChat, and BlackInk magazine.

In 2017, Serendipity marked the thirtieth anniversary of Black History Month in the UK with a dedicated project, Lost Legends, exploring the cultural contribution of the African and African Caribbean community to Leicester with an exhibition, publication, online media archive and short documentary film. The film project was picked up

by The Guardian and received over 198,000 views.

Over the last 12 years, trailblazing artists and activists from the African and African Caribbean Diaspora have taken centre stage during Black History Month, including Inua Ellams’ Black T-Shirt Collection in 2012 and the launch of Soweto Kinch’s album Nonnogram in 2016. In 2018, Serendipity presented the world premiere of nora chipaumire’s triptych performance #PUNK 100% POP *N!GGA. The same year, Serendipity also hosted activist Tommie Smith, to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the Black power salute at the 1968 Olympics. In 2020, as part of an online programme, Alleyne Dance shared the world premiere of (Re)United.

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Tommie Smith and Albert Tucker. Black History Month 2028.

Photographer Stuart Hollis.

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BHM Live and Launchpad have also become significant catalysts for the support and development of emerging Black artists in the UK. The platform has supported artists including Botis Seva (BHM Live 2013, who received an Olivier Award in 2019), Racheal Young (BHM Live 2013, named Artist to Watch 2019 by the British Council), Cherish Oteka (BHM Live 2015, whose work has been shared at film festivals and national television) and Humanhood Dance Company (who became a National Portfolio Organisation in 2023).

Combining a feature in BlackInk alongside a showcase, Launchpad has supported artists: Ade Coker, Tolu Coker, Stephen Anthony Davids, Shangomola Edunjobi, Ana Paz, Kat Anderson, Charlie Evaristo-Boyce, Isaac Ouro-Gnao, Kelis Darko, Ty’rone Haughton, Rose Aïda Sall Sao and Jada O’Neill. BlackInk is an incisive magazine focusing on Black arts, heritage and cultural politics. Initially rooted in the events of 2020, BlackInk was established as a creative response. Now published each October for Black History Month, BlackInk brings together a range of interconnected international voices from across the African and African Caribbean Diaspora and indigenous communities. Cover artists have included Patricia Vester, Nyugen E Smith, Henri Tauliaut and Mel Larsen.

In 2024, Black History Month Leicester will explore the theme: Black British Women: Invisible Power, recognising the leadership of Black Women throughout British history.

“A beautifully curated programme with so much talent! Thank you for a wonderful evening” Alethia Antonia, Audience Member

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HERITAGE EVENTS

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Heritage events are dedicated to recognising and celebrating Black British cultural heritage in the UK. These events form part of the programme for Unearthed: Forgotten Histories. Supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the project seeks to make a structural difference to the recording, documentation and sharing of Black history and heritage in the UK, and to give back hidden histories for everyone to share.

BlackChat is a year-round programme of talks and round table discussions where everyone is welcome to be part of the conversation. Typically focusing on a key theme or provocation, it is an opportunity to learn more about key topics, share insight into issues affecting the Black community, and celebrate trailblazing artists and activists.

Young Archivists is a CPD accredited training programme aimed at young people from diverse communities who are currently under-represented in the heritage sector. Black Visionaries focuses on the continued professional development of emerging Black academics, archivists and researchers, providing valuable tools to navigate the heritage sector.

Heritage events are centred around the Living Archive, which features a collection of photographs, videos, and other materials that highlight the diversity and richness of the Black British experience. Other heritage events include: screenings of documentary films, reminiscence sessions, exhibitions and training opportunities that develop skills and support the collection and preservation of oral histories and archival material.

“We must write our own history, especially us who have lived the UK as second or third Windrush generation.

This experience qualifies us to give a detailed account of those times, and for the forthcoming generation(s) to have a point of reference regarding local and national history of African Caribbean people in the UK.” Berimma Sankofa, Derby West Indian Centre

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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

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International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the achievements of women but also marking a call for action and equity. It is celebrated annually on 8 March and recognised by the UN. For Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage, International Women’s Day is an opportunity to highlight the issues faced by women from the African and African Caribbean Diaspora.

In 2019, International Women’s Day was marked with a screening of Ntozake Shange’s For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf, in recognition of Shange’s recent passing and the growing dialogue around misogynoir. In 2022, the programme focused on Women of Resistance with screenings of Fireburn, Entre Puerto Rico y Richmond: Women in Resistance Shall Not Be Moved and You Can’t Stop the Spirit, honouring revolutionary women who have fought to make the world a better place for their communities.

The screenings were followed by a roundtable chaired

by Lisa Palmer of the Stephen Lawrence Research Centre. In 2023, with growing pressure to recognise the interconnected impact of climate change, environmental racism and gender inequity, Serendipity programmed a selection of short films that examined this intersectionality whilst also offering hope through Afrofuturism, art and activism. The screening included the UK premiere of System of Systems by Fabienne Viala and Jean-François Manicom and was followed by a discussion centring the stories of women who are making change to safeguard their communities and the environment.

In 2024, International Women’s Day will focus on the films of Ngozi Onwurah with a half-day symposium reflecting on 35 years of Black British female-led filmmaking through the eyes of directors, screenwriters and activists, and considers where we are now.

“Thought provoking conversations. Has certainly opened my eyes to how far we have come but the shortfalls [still] to overcome.”

Carolyn Turner, Audience Member

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Kerry-Ann Henry, National Dance Theatre Company of Jamaica in Arsenio Andrade Calderon’s A Prayer.

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100 BLACK WOMEN WHO HAVE MADE A MARK

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100 Black Women Who Have Made A Mark is an exciting project from Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage, celebrating the stories of Black British women who have made a significant positive change in activism, arts, education, politics, science and technology.

100 women have been chosen to have their portraits created, which will be displayed collectively in an exhibition in Leicester taking place October 2024 – January 2025 at Leicester Gallery. The five visual artists selected to create the portraits each bring a different aesthetic, encapsulating the tenacity, leadership and invisible power of each Black woman as she tells her story.

The five visual artists are:

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Valerie Asiimwe Amani Yvadney Davis Gayle Ebose Grace Lee Lauryn Pinard

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ANNUAL WINDRUSH DAY LECTURE

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Acknowledged by the UK government since 2018, Windrush Day is recognised annually on 22 June.

The date marks the arrival of the SS Empire Windrush in 1948, which within public consciousness has come to symbolise establishment of Caribbeans within the UK. Serendipity’s Annual Windrush Day Lecture was established in 2020 and highlights the need for in-depth analysis and contextualisation amidst the urgency of Black Lives Matter, Brexit, the Windrush Scandal and the particularly detrimental impact of COVID-19 for Black communities. The annual lecture hands the mic over to esteemed thinkers, writers and educators to reflect on the construct of Windrush, add truth to the story of Black presence, persistence and resistance in the UK and to unpack the reality behind BritishCaribbean connections.

Previous editions have seen lectures from Professor Stephen Small with “Windrush Generation as Living History” (2020) and Dr Beverley Bryan with “A Brief History of Key Moments and Issues in the Black British Civil Rights Movement” (2021). In 2022, Professor Gus John explored the theme, “The Road to Independence”, having appeared in the national news following his critique of government narratives around Windrush and in 2023, Gary Younge’s keynote “From Photo Opportunities to Equal Opportunities” provided a contemporary reflection on leadership.

In 2024, the Annual Windrush Day Lecture will be presented by Professor Lisa-Dionne Morris. Associate Professor of Human Activity and Product Design Development at the University of Leeds, and the forty-first (out of sixty-five) Black female professors in the UK, Morris is founder of the Black Female Academics’ Network

“Thanks for your commitment to giving voice to people in our Black community…

Keep your high quality going as a memory and standard to us all.”

Nelista Cuffy, Audience Member

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LIVING ARCHIVE

27 Heritage is a core part of Serendipity’s work: from conferences that unpack social histories of Black dance in the UK, exhibitions that voice the untold stories of choreographic pioneers, publications that document and record the legacies and contributions of community activists, through to oral history workshops with young people and elders, and documentary shorts that share a glimpse into lived experiences of Black British history.

In 2017, Serendipity marked the thirtieth anniversary of Black History Month in the UK with a dedicated project Lost Legends, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, exploring the cultural contribution of the African and African Caribbean community to Leicester with an exhibition, publication, online media archive and short documentary film. Lost Legends was a significant project for Serendipity, bringing together artistic practice with heritage expertise to create multidimensional engagement for people in Leicester.

The documentary short was picked up by The Guardian and had over 198,000 views with a further 5,600 views on Serendipity’s YouTube channel.

In 2019, Serendipity received support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for Archiving the Past, Reflecting the Future an initiative that produced three exhibitions, including a month-long exhibition at De Montfort University for Black History Month, documenting over a century of Black presence in the East Midlands and the creation of a documentary film, A Very Brit(ish) Voice, which utilised digital technologies to increase engagement and reach. Archiving the Past, Reflecting the Future has also established a physical archive for Black arts, culture and presence.

“Thanks for your commitment to giving voice to people in our Black community…

Keep your high quality going Serendipity’s current project, Unearthed: Forgotten as a memory and standard Histories, makes a structural difference to the recording, documentation and sharing of Black history and heritage to us all.” in the UK, and to give back hidden histories for everyone to share.

Nelista Cuffy, Audience Member

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Igor Tavares and Lauryn Pinard in Invisible Power(2023).

Photographer Georgina Payne..

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“Lost Legends is a short documentary filled with strong statements and debating a very relevant subject... the great pace given by its editing and the lucidity with which each person interviews expresses The Living Archive is a digitally accessible collection that provides a home for Serendipity’s archival their very poignant feelings material, bringing its content to life through art, events, exhibitions, podcasts and films. It can be used by artists, and thoughts about a part academics and independent researchers as a platform for discussion, learning and creativity. of history which has been The ethos for the Living Archive acknowledges the willingly cast aside and which archive not as a static structure where objects are labelled definitively, but one that continues to evolve has produced damming through interpretation and reinterpretation that can be used to deliver unique experiences where art effects in our current and responds to, and is informed by, heritage and used to tell stories. In turn, this opens up an exchange, possibly future society.” reconnecting back to heritage so that the Living Archive is active and animated.

Ionana D, Audience Member

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DIGITAL BLACKCENTRIC WEEK

31 Digital BlackCentric Week was first launched in 2023 as the culmination of Black Digital Dance Revolution, a nationally significant project working with regional partners; Serendipity (Leicester), Northern School of Contemporary Dance (Leeds), Dance City (Newcastle), Dance Umbrella (London) and beyond. The project explored how digital technologies can be integrated to push the boundaries of how artistic work is created, documented and shared, building stronger relationships and networks across organisations in the UK dance sector and establishing a living legacy for Black dance.

Significant achievements of this initiative included Interpretations - Siren Calls: To an Illusive Journey in collaboration with Philip Herbert, Monique Jonas and Thomas Talawa Prestø. The documentary showcased both the energy of different choreographers and spaces, but also the personal stories that have shaped each artist’s contribution to this multifaceted commission, embodying the experiences of the Caribbean migration in the mid nineteenth century. The Silent Beat: A Haptics Conversation Antoine Hunter (chorographer/ dancer), Soweto Kinch (composer/musician) and Tonderai Ratisai (creative technology) explored how haptics and mocap can be used to experience music in different ways and how this might be used by Deaf choreographers as a creative tool.

Now established as an annual event, Digital BlackCentric Week provides the opportunity to take part in cutting edge conversations, development and new work that utilises technology as a creative tool. The programme explores new work, thoughts and experiences by giving voice to Black creatives, researchers and academics, showing the importance of where Black leadership is needed in the pivotal development of technology.

With the rise of technology in the arts from AI to gaming, Digital BlackCentric Week looks at how boundaries can be challenged. Digital content and its vision allow creatives to dream, to push boundaries and explore old and new concepts, whilst forging a new language and occupying new space.

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“Inspirational the way ordinary people create such magic.

The haptic vest was such startling accomplishment and the way Antoine expressed how he felt wearing it. All educationalists should incorporate such strategies into their learning to create a more inclusive society, especially where the Deaf community try to integrate into an inclusive world…”

Stasia Cwenar, Audience Member Freddy Houndekindo.

Photographer Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage.

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PUBLICATIONS

35 Serendipity’s publications to date include:

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • As publishers, Serendipity curates and shares expert voices in Black arts, heritage and cultural politics, supported by trailblazing artists and practitioners such as Thomas Talawa Prestø, Dr L’Antoinette Stines, Jawole Willa Jo Zollar, Eduardo Vilaro, Ronald K Brown, Kyle Abraham, and academics such as Professor Stephen Small, Dr Beverley Bryan, Professor Gus John and Gary Younge. Serendipity is now respected as one of the most significant publishers for Black dance in the UK and Europe.

Serendipity seeks to safeguard the legacy of those who have come before, document knowledge for the future and present a bigger picture of arts and heritage beyond that dominated by the Eurocentric gaze.

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Hidden Movement: Contemporary Voices of Black British Dance Creolizing Dance in A Global Age Blurring Boundaries: Urban Street Meets Contemporary Dance Black Women in Dance: Stepping Out of The Barriers Invisible Visibility: Diverse Voices Within Inclusive Dance Identity and Choreographic Practice Ancestral Voices: Dance Dialogues Black Dance: A Contemporary Voice My Voice, My Practice: Black Dance Creating Socially Engaged Art: Can Dance Change the World?

In Situ: Responding to Space, Place, People and Time Uncovering the Dance Within: Origins and Authenticity LDIF 10 Years in The Making Colonisation in Reverse: Jean-Léon Destiné Moving Lines: Fifty Reasons to Dance Lost Legends: 30 Years 30 Voices Reflections: Cultural Voices of Black British Irrepressible Resilience 1981 – Black Liverpool Past and Present (Pocket Book) A Wise Monkey Knows Which Tree to Climb (Pocket Book) Souls and Solos, Duets and Dreams (Pocket Book) Uncovering the Dance Within: Origins and Authenticity BlackInk (magazine published annually)

As limited-edition print copies and digital eBooks, Serendipity’s publications are now available online, at independent booksellers and through ProQuest and Kortext, with a catalogue record for all titles available at the British Library.

Serendipity-uk.com/shop

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“Articles of real depth and insight with every turn of the page. Raises aspirations and points to forgotten histories.”

Sir Nicholas Serota, Chair of Arts Council England on BlackInk

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My Voice, My Practice.

Photographer Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage.

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SERENDIPITY CONNECT MEMBERSHIP

39 Connect is Serendipity’s creative community, bringing together those with a passion for Black arts and heritage, giving them the space to build and strengthen connections through discussions, experiences and exclusive events. Serendipity also offers professional development, research and networking opportunities throughout the year.

Benefits include: Priority booking Access to festival programmes and tickets before official release.

Discounts 20% off all performances and 15% off all masterclasses and screenings.

Free Subscription to Vanguard e-magazine Our bi-annual magazine exploring diversity in the arts and heritage sector along with industry news, opportunities, reviews and a showcase of emerging talent.

International Arts News Share news with fellow members and keep up-to-date with industry news with our e-newsletter.

Digital Platform Connect members have access to Digital BlackCentric Week and access to an online sharing platform with subscription for resources, articles and archive materials that focus on Black dance and Black history, providing an opportunity for ongoing digital engagement throughout the year, and creating an interconnecting digital presence that puts diversity at its core and supports commitments to learning and building networks.

Membership starts at just £6.50 per month.

The loyalty of our members helps us to programme high quality performances, place diversity centre stage and showcase international dance artists year after year. serendipity-uk.com/connect

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DIALOGUE BOX

41 Based at Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage in Leicester, Dialogue Box is a flexible and modern space ideal for meetings, training days, events, seminars, workshops and more. The bright and airy space has large floor to ceiling windows and is filled with natural light, accommodating up to 24 people.

Situated on Bowling Green Street, next to Leicester’s Town Hall Square, it is: • A 10-minute walk from Leicester Railway Station • A 12-minute walk from Leicester’s Bus Stations • A 4-minute walk from parking facilities (Newarke Street Car Park) • Step-free lift access is available from street level.

Facilities • 65″ HD screen, with HDMI and USB connections available • Conference calling • Complementary Wi-Fi Hospitality Catering and refreshments, from teas and coffees to a full buffet menu, are available with advance request at an additional cost. Working with a range of local caterers, it is possible to provide for a variety of dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan and gluten free.

Rates Our competitive rates start from just £25 per hour (minimum hire 2 hours), with half day hire from £100 and full day hire from just £175. Contact us to find out what we can offer, and to receive a bespoke quote for your hire.

To hire contact us on +44(0)116 482 1394 or email info@serendipity-uk.com.

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RESOURCES FOR CHANGE: EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES AND TRAINING

43 Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage has developed a collection of resources to support antiracist education, with direct reference to Black British history, Black dance, arts and culture. This growing portfolio includes podcasts, publications (print and digital) and education packs that contribute to ambitions towards supporting decolonising education and bridging the gaps in mainstream education, particularly for children, young people, students and those with an interest for self-directed learning.

Serendipity collaborates with educators at schools, colleges and universities offering meaningful engagement around Black British history. Pawlet Brookes regularly presents guest keynotes as part of Serendipity’s commitment to advocacy and sharing best practice. She is a regular contributor to the programme for the Black European Summer School and also sits on the advisory panel for Midlands4Cities.

Serendipity shares practical learning opportunities through training archivists, curators and cultural organisations in accessing and using Black history actively and research tools for both charitable and commercial organisations to use in planning, promoting and broadening audiences.

Young Archivists is a CPD accredited training programme aimed at young people from diverse communities who are currently under-represented in the heritage sector, to learn from heritage experts.

The programme supports people interested in a career in the sector to use technology to understand how archives and intangible heritage is recorded, preserved and shared.

In 2024, Serendipity will also launch an online CPD course focused on dance from the African and African Caribbean Diaspora for online audiences wishing to learn something new and re-visit the history of dance education.

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Brookes, P. (2022) Vanguard of Creativity. Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage.

Cuffy, N. (2022) Black History Month Guestbook.

18 October 2022.

Cwenar, S. (2023) Let’s Dance International Frontiers 2023 Audience Survey.

D, I. (2017) Black History Month Guestbook. 1 October 2017.

McKinney, C. (2015) Email to Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage. 11 May 2015.

Sankofa, B. (2022) Email to Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage. 19 October 2022.

Serota, N. (2020) Email to Pawlet Brookes. 27 October 2020.

Turner, C. (2022) Black History Month Guest Book.

18 October 2022.

Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage 21 Bowling Green Street Leicester LE1 6AS CL00.14 Clephan Building De Montfort University Leicester LE1 9BH +44(0)116 482 1394 info@serendipity-uk.com www.serendipity-uk.com Serendipity Artists Movement Limited Company number in England and Wales 07248813 Charity number in England and Wales 1160035