Join us as we tell the story of reggae from the arrival of the Windrush Generation from Jamaica, bringing their stories, history and music with them.
Hear how the music has evolved to take the world by storm.
Narrated by well-known comedian and actor John Simmit the show features ska, rock steady, calypso, gospel, lovers rock, dancehall and reggae, all played live by the JA Reggae Band.
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23 February 2026 – 18 December 2026
In the early twentieth century, Black communities in the United States marked the February birthdays of social reformer…
2YRYHMW Afro-Caribbean migrants arrive in the UK circa 1955
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Monday 22 June 2026
Windrush Day, officially recognised by the UK government since 2018, is commemorated annually on 22 June to mark…
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Saturday 15 August 2026
Take a trip back to 1960s Detroit with A Night To Remember: Motown Show, a high-energy live concert…
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Thursday 24 September to Saturday 3 October 2026
Sylvia tells the powerful and often overlooked story of Sylvia Pankhurst — fearless, complex and determined — bringing…
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Thursday 1st October – Wednesday 28th October 2026
Reel Histories 2026: Black Classics is a bold film programme for Black History Month 2026, amplifying the cinematic…
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Thursday 1st October 2026
Classical music is often associated with the Western canon, yet its development has long been shaped by diverse…
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Thursday 1st October 2026
Launching Black History Month 2026, Black Classics in Concert is an evening celebrating the musical legacies and enduring…
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Sunday 18 October 2026
For over five decades, Lenny Henry has been a defining voice in British entertainment, shaping comedy, television and…