BHM Live is an initiative that supports and showcases the work of emerging Black artists across art forms. This year the platform will present several new pieces of work exploring identity, labels and
The Oreo Complex – Isaac Ouro-Gnao
Fusing West African Agbaja and hip hop dance practice, Isaac explores the psychological impact of labels on Black identity. Isaac’s work seeks to empower Black communities to take ownership of their identity and reclaim words and terms of discrimination.
Black List – Joshua Nash and Jordan Douglas
Fusing Krump, hip hop and contemporary dance, Black List explores toxic masculinity in young British people, opening the debate around where true masculinity and strength lies.
Not Yet – Carolyn Bolton
Using Bell Hook’s Salvation: Black People and Love as a source of inspiration, With One Swipe examines how and where we choose or find love.
Sib Y Osis – Akeim Toussaint Buck
Sib Y Osis is a dance theatre duet exploring sibling love and rivalry rising out of oppression. Looking at African Caribbean/British narratives of trauma and resilience past and present, such as the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade, Trump and Brexit era.
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The National Dance Theatre Company (NDTC) of Jamaica blends the lore, music and dance traditions of Jamaica, Africa…
Signatures And Black British Dance Platform
Two platforms in one evening of dance for Let’s Dance International Frontiers 2024, Signatures and the Black British…
Signatures And Black British Dance Platform
Led by Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage, SIGNATURES showcases the best in international emerging dance practice,…
The Future Of Caribbean Dance L’Antoinette Stines
Regarded as an expert in popular, folkloric Jamaican dance and the development of contemporary dance, L’Antoinette Stines has…
Aurie Styla: The Aurator Tour
After a year of performing worldwide, award-winning comedian Aurie Styla is back on tour, with his biggest one…
Cocktails And Conversation With Marlon Simms
A reception to celebrate National Dance Theatre Company of Jamaica’s performances as part of Let’s Dance International Frontiers…
Annual Windrush Day Lecture Black Female Academics’ Health And Psychological Markers: The Impact Of Serenity With Professor Lisa-Dionne Morris
The lecture titled Black Female Academics’ Health and Psychological Markers: The Impact of Serenity aims to delve into…
Heritage Day: Race And Representation In The Archive
Underrepresentation of Black communities in British archives is a common issue, with the archives that do exist presenting…