West Indian troops stacking eight-inch shells at a dump on the Gordon Road, Ypres, October 1917.

For whom the bells toll

However far fewer of us know about the contribution made by military and civilian personnel from other parts…


Ms Kamara trained and worked as a teacher and civil servant in Sierra Leone, visiting the UK during the 1970s, but moved to London for medical reasons in 1987, settling in Hackney two years later.

African London

Africans were brought to London in the late 16th century because of Britain’s role in the slave trade….


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Black History Month

2025 LISTINGS

Leicester Friday 14 November

Emmanuel Sonubi: Life After Near Death

Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominee and Best Show nominee, Emmanuel Sonubi is back on tour after sold-out performances at the…

Norfolk Sunday 16 November

David Olusoga: A Gun Through Time

Have you ever considered how a single weapon could change the course of history? What stories lie behind…

Camden Sunday 16 November

Nate Smith

Nate Smith is a drummer, composer, and producer whose instinctive and deeply expressive playing has earned him three…

Lambeth Sunday 16 November

Mulatu Astatke

Mulatu Astatke is best known for changing the face of Ethiopian music during the ‘Swinging Addis’ era of…

Camden Monday 17 November

Murs: The Last Run

Known for his sharp lyricism, compelling storytelling, and fearless authenticity, hip-hop legend Murs comes to our stage on…