Black History Features

Nigerian-born, Liverpool-based playwright and singer Tayo Aluko

Call Tayo Aluko

Who is Tayo Aluko and how long have you been acting? I describe myself as a 53-year-old Nigerian…


Back Babas Emmanuel or Emma as he is called was born infected with HIV. He doesn’t remember his parents as they died when he was a young boy. At the age of fifteen this terrible disease began to defeat him. Compassion a non-governmental organization stepped in to offer assistance. Paying for anti-retrovirals and his medical bills. In an effort to save his life. ©Vanessa Vick

The History of AIDS in Africa

There is now conclusive evidence that HIV originated in Africa. A 10-year study completed in 2005 found a…


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Black History Month

2026 LISTINGS

Hackney Wednesday 6th May 2026

David Olusoga: A Gun Through Time

Join award-winning historian, broadcaster and author Professor David Olusoga for a powerful live talk exploring the hidden histories…

Lambeth Friday 8 May 2026

Incognito

Led by Jean-Paul ‘Bluey’ Maunick, the pioneering British acid jazz outfit continues to push boundaries.   Formed more…

Leicester Friday 8 May and Saturday 9 May 2026

Marks of RED

Choreographer Shamel Pitts brings Marks of RED to Leicester as part of the Let’s Dance International Frontiers festival,…

Leeds Friday 8th May 2026

Ballet Black at 25

Ballet Black at 25 comes to Leeds Playhouse for a one-night performance, marking an important stop on the…