Africa Utopia Rap Party

19 Jul 2018 - 7:30 pm

 Africa Utopia Rap Party

Part of Africa Utopia

Kick back and groove at this hip-hop and poetry-infused house party.

Hear a cast of poets read work inspired by hip-hop culture, alongside DJs playing some of their favourite hip-hop and Afrobeat tunes, in this special Africa Utopiaedition of Inua Ellams’ Rhythm And Poetry Party.

Celebrate poetic voices from the Pan-African diaspora as they share their experiences of contemporary life.

Whether you come to listen or dance, you’re sure to leave inspired.

Featuring Victoria Adukwei Bulley, JJ Bola, Salma El-Wardany, Kayo Chingonyi, Sumia Jaama, Joshua Idehen, Wana Udobang, Alim Kamara, Theresa Lola and Inua Ellams, with hip-hop and Afrobeat tunes from DJ Sid Mercutio.

 

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