Throughout Oct
BLACK INVENTORS DISPLAY
Lots of surprises. Come and find out who invented what! Venue: Kents Moat Library, Poolway, Yardley, Birmingham B33. Adm: Free. Info: 0121 464-5755
Throughout October
PHOENIX ARTS
Showing a number of films for Black History Season. These include Mama Africa Shorts, Maagnamizi and Satin Rouge. Venue: Phoenix Arts, Leicester. Info: 0116 255 4854.
Now – 15 Oct
TURBULENT SENSATIONS
Work by Vanessa Clarke which translates medical conditions and the experience into conceptual artistic products. Venue: Solihull Art Complex, Birmingham. Info: 0121 704 6962.
Now – 23 Oct
WHEN IN ROME IV
Exhibition that reflects on the Eighties' legacy of 'identity politics', as well as addressing the realities that the success of a generation of 'black' artists. The show includes work by Ansuman Biswas, Suki Chan, Raimi Gbadamosi and Harold Offeh.
Venue: Mac, Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham B12. Info: 0121 440 3838.
Now – 28 Oct
BURNING IMAGES
A major exhibition of photographs, text and video capturing the sights and sound of Lozells and Handsworth during and in the aftermath of 1985. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Birmingham B5. Adm: Free.Info: 0121 303 0990.
Wed 12 Oct
WHEN LIGHT IS LOST LIFE IS LOST
A taste of future choreography from Laban final year students to leave all our senses satisfied. Get up close and personal with refreshing, experimental, international choreographers creating dynamic new dance landscapes. 6-11 years. Venue: Solihull Art Complex Theatre, Birmingham. 10.30am Adm: £4. Info: 0121 704 6962.
Wed 12 Oct
BURNING AN ILLUSION (15)
A young British-born Black woman begins to question her attitude to love and life and desire for middle-class respectability and security through marriage. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6. 7pm. Adm: £4.50, conc £3. Info: 0121 333 2444.
Sat 15 Oct
VUSI MAHLASELA
The man simply known in South Africa as “The Voice” plays a distinctive blend of folk, rock, reggae and traditional African rhythms. Venue: The Anvil, Churchill Way, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG21. 7.45pm. Adm: £14 conc £12. Info: 01256 844244.
Sat 15 Oct
STEEL PULSE
Marking is 30 years in the business, Steel Pulse exploded onto the UK reggae scene in the late 70s. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6. 9pm. Adm: £14 - £16 adv, £20 on door. Info: 0121 333 2444.
Sun 16 Oct - 9 Nov
MAMA AFRICA FILM SEASON
bfi’s Black World Mama Africa provides a timely opportunity to reflect on the contemporary position of African women and champion the growing strength of African female actors and film-makers. Venue: Mac, Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham B12. Info: 0121 440 3838.
Mon 17 Oct
GOSPEL ARTS WORKSHOPS
Gospel arts activities: singing, drama and dance. These workshops allow young people to experience gospel art and are useful for both beginners and those who may want to develop their skills. Ages: 8–11 and 12–18 year olds. Venue: African Caribbean Centre, Leicester. 1pm – 5pm. Info: www.leicester.gov.uk/libraries
Tue 18 Oct
COMMUNITY NETWORK EVENT
A collaborative event between The BME Community of Interest Representatives of the Community Network and the Single Community Programme SCP Team to establish a BME Community Network. Venue: Leicester Tigers. 10am – 3pm. Adm: FREE. Info: www.leicester.gov.uk/libraries
Tues 18 Oct
LEGACY
A critical debate exploring the post Millennium legacy of the 1985 Handsworth uprising. This unique event chronicles the issues that ignited the streets leading to the Handsworth uprising and explores what progress has been made by Black communities over the last 20 years. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6. 5pm. Info: 0121 333 2444.
Wed 19 Oct
KALA SHORTS
Featuring three short films including It Ain’t Half Racist Mum, made by the Campaign Against Racism in the media for the Open Door strand on BBC2 highlighting the racial depiction of African, Asian and Caribbean people in the 70s and 80s. With testimonies by community activists and Black people speculating the reasons why the 80s riots took place. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6. 7pm. Adm: £4.50, conc £3. Info: 0121 333 2444.
Thurs 20th Oct
BATANAI MARIMBA
Batanai Marimba celebrates the vital contribution that Southern African performance culture has made to the contemporary UK world music scene. Fronted by Zimbabwean singer / marimbiraman Wedzerai Zvirevo, they play passionate new songs celebrating freedom and cultural change. Venue: Phoenix Arts, Leicester 8pm. Adm: £8-£6. www.leicester.gov.uk/libraries
Thurs 20 Oct
CARNIVAL FIRE
A rehearsed reading: 1985 Handsworth provides the backdrop for the stor of three generations of Black men. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6. Info: 0121 333 2444.
Thurs 20 – 21 Oct
SOUL INSPIRED
Tavaziva Dance Company presents four pieces drawing on the spirit of Africa and the experiences of urban life. Venue: Pegasus Theatre, Magdalen Road, Oxford OX4. Adm: £8, conc £5.50. Info: 01865 722851.
Fri 21 Oct
TRILOGY: LEGEND OF THE ORISAS
Performance II, a blend of dance, music and myth from Africa, the Americas and the Caribbean. A fusion of hip hop and ragga mixed with traditional rhythm and beats. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6. 8pm. Adm: £8, conc £6. Info: 0121 333 2444.
Sat 22 Oct
HIGHFIELD RANGERS: A HISTORY
An event charting the history and regeneration of Highfields Rangers FC. Includes discussion, display and light refreshments. Venue: Highfield Rangers Ground, Leicester 9.30am – 2.30pm. www.leicester.gov.uk/libraries
Sat 22 Oct
Showcase Event
The African Caribbean Centre & Kainé Management Group present the best of the Centre’s performing arts and the completed pieces from the Gospel Arts Workshops plus much more. Venue: African Caribbean Centre, Leicester
7.30pm. Adm: £5 (plus concessions). www.leicester.gov.uk/libraries
Sat 22 Oct
DANCING WITH FRIENDS
Linking with master African musicians, the group Bravo Bravo perform virtuoso steel pans, ranging from percussive dynamite to lyrical kora. Venue: Pegasus Theatre, Magdalen Road, Oxford OX4. Adm: Info: 01865 722851.
Sat 22 Oct
HAIR BRAIDING IN THE SQUARE
Come get your hair braided Caribbean style. Venue: Mell Square Solihull, Birmingham. 11am – 3pm. Info: 0121 704 6962.
Sat 22 Oct
THE WELL GOSPEL SHOWCASE
Some of the finest local talent appearing alongside national artists. Together, they promise to create an inspirational, soul-stirring evening. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6. 8pm. Adm: £9, conc £7. Info: 0121 333 2444.
Sun 23 Oct
MAANGAMIZI (15)
An African-American psychiatrist secures an appointment at a Tanzanian institution, where she delves into the past of a withdrawn patient. This is a fascinating look at mysticism, ancestry and spiritualism, as two women from different cultures are brought together by destiny and hypnosis. Venue: Mac, Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham B12. Info: 0121 440 3838.
Thurs 24 Nov
LYNN MANNING
Award-winning playwright, poet and actor whose autobiography Weight contains tight prose, poetry and humour.
Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6. 7.30pm. Adm: £4.50, conc £2. Info: 0121 333 2444.
Tues 25 Oct
TOP TENNIS TIPS FROM TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
A fun session of tennis skills and competition with Floyd Williams.
8 – 16 yrs. Venue: Norman Green Sports Centre, Birmingham. Adm: £2.50. Info: 0121 705 4474.
Wed 26 Oct
HANDSWORTH SONGS
Akomfrah’s film essay explores race and disorder in Britain and is filmed in Handsworth and London during the riots of 1985. It looks at the historical, social and political background to racial unrest, and the reasons for the anger and disillusionment felt by many of the ethnic communities in Britain. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6. 7pm. Adm: £4.50, conc £3. Info: 0121 333 2444.
Wed 26 Oct
THEY BLACK MINORITY ETHNIC PARENTING SEMINAR
Leicester YMCA has launched a new initiative to address the social concerns faced by black and minority ethnic (BME) parents, funded by the Home Office. This one-day seminar is aimed at other voluntary organisations and is also open to individuals. Venue: The Y. Adm: £40-£60, £30 YMCA, £10 local members of the public. Info: www.leicester.gov.uk/libraries
Wed 26 Oct
LEARNING FROM MARCUS GARVEY
Lessons in leadership and influence for the regeneration of Leicester’s black communities. A film, discussion and networking event. Venue: The African Caribbean Centre 8.30pm. Info: www.leicester.gov.uk/libraries
Thurs 27 Oct
LINTON QWESI JOHNSON
Using the patois of Jamaican speech, LKJ articulates the Black British experience and uses the rhythms of reggae to get his message across in his dub poetry. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6. 7.30pm. Adm: £8, conc £6. Info: 0121 333 2444.
Thurs 27 Oct & Thurs 24 Nov
EAT & MEET
An opportunity for men and women to taste Caribbean cuisine, socialise and make new friends. Menus available on the day. Venue: African Caribbean Centre, Leicester 12pm - 3pm. Adm: free pay for meals only. Info: www.leicester.gov.uk/libraries
Sat 29 Oct
AFRICAN & AFRICAN CARIBBEAN MARKET
The African & African Caribbean Market is a cultural event where businesses from the community have the opportunity to sell their goods and profile their services, including African clothing, books, jewellery, pictures, family health checks, DVD & CD’s, aromatherapy, body care and much more. Venue: African Caribbean Centre, Leicester 10.00am – 5.00pm. Adm: Free. Info: www.leicester.gov.uk/libraries
Sat 29 Oct – Fri 4 NOV
A WAITING ROOM FOR JOURNEYING SOULS
‘A Waiting Room for Journeying Souls’ effortlessly and beautifully recounts the stories of the journeys and lives of the diverse communities of Leicester, bringing cultural traditions together in one spectacular show, reflecting the potential, vibrancy and talent inherent in the city we live in. Venue: Peepul Centre, Leicester, 28 Oct – 4 Nov 7.30pm/ 29 Oct (matinee) 2.30pm. Adm: £12- £10, Matinee £8. Info: www.leicester.gov.uk/libraries
Sat 29 Oct
SOHO RD TO THE PUNJAB – LIVE CONCERT
A special family concert featuring some of Bhangras’ living legends: Bhujangy Group, Anari Sangeet, Gurchan Mall, By Channe and many more. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6. 8pm. Adm: £8, conc £6. Info: 0121 333 2444.
Sun 30 Oct
NAOMI
New vocalists fusing gospel, jazz, broken beats, reggae, soul and rock in her own inimitable way, performing material from her debut album ‘Deepness’. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6. 7.45pm. Adm: £5, members £3. Info: 0121 333 2444.
Sun 30 Oct
FUNNY PEEPUL
The Peepul Centre brings you two top US comediennes for this Autumn’s edition of its sell out show - Funny Peepul! Barbara Carlyle and Mugga will be joined by UK comedian Paul Chowdhury for an evening of hilarious, cutting edge comedy, hosted by the ever popular, ever charming, John Simmit. Venue: Peepul Centre, Leicester 7.30pm. Adm: £8- £6. Info: www.leicester.gov.uk/libraries
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