Windrush Day offers a moment to reflect, remember and celebrate the contributions of the Caribbean community to British life — and this year, a very special event will mark the occasion with storytelling, heritage, and a touch of folklore magic.
Trinidadian-British author David Kalloo will be the centrepiece of a literary gathering that promises to explore identity, memory, and the power of myth in shaping our understanding of who we are.
David Kalloo, known for his books Jumbie in Town and Green Mango Chow, brings the rich oral traditions of his childhood in Trinidad to a new generation of readers. As a boy, he was enthralled by tales of Jumbies—mythical Caribbean creatures passed down through whispered stories. From the shapeshifting Largahoo to the haunting La Diablesse, these figures fascinated and terrified young David, sparking a lifelong passion for folklore and cultural storytelling.
At the heart of this Windrush Day event is an author talk where Kalloo will share the roots of his creative inspiration and the process behind turning ancestral stories into modern literature. His writing blends folklore with sharp social observation, revealing the deeper truths behind community legends and family lore. The discussion will also explore themes of migration, belonging, and the importance of preserving oral traditions—topics that resonate deeply with the Windrush story.
Beyond his work as an author, David Kalloo has been a cultural ambassador for the Caribbean diaspora in Britain. With a career that spans Carnival organising, journalism, and community advocacy, his commitment to cultural heritage is deeply woven into everything he does. Audiences will not only hear about his books but also gain insight into the broader Caribbean cultural experience in the UK.
Whether you’re discovering Caribbean folklore for the first time or reconnecting with familiar tales, this event is a celebration of storytelling at its most evocative. It reminds us that through words, we carry our history — and that by sharing our stories, we honour the journeys that brought us here.
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