The East
Norfolk
6 Oct
Community spirit: The Minns Family Contribution to Thetford and the Nation
A Lunchtime Lecture by Frank MeeresAn illustrated talk with a chance to view original documents.We have previously celebrated Alan Glaisyer Minns, the first black mayor in Britain, this is a chance to find out more about his family and their contribution to civic life in Thetford.
The Archive Centre 12.45pm to 1.30pm, free, tel:01603 222599,
norfrec@norfolk.gov.uk
www.archives.norfolk.gov.uk
Norfolk
7 Oct
Standing in the shadows of Motown (Plus Introduction)
Starring: Joe Hunter, Jack Ashford, Uriel Jones, Richard 'Pistol' Allen, Bob Babbitt. Release date: 2003. Director: Paul Justman. Running time: 116 minutes. Certificate: PG. Paul Justman's inspiring documentary pays tribute to one of the most influential, yet unrecognised, collection of musicians that has ever been
assembled. The Funk Brothers played the background music on the seemingly endless string of Motown classics in the 1960s and 1970s, resulting in them having more number one hits than The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Rolling Stones, and Elvis Presley combined.
STANDING IN THE SHADOWS OF MOTOWN
reunites the surviving members as they reflect on the groups' storied past and gives overdue credit to a group of unassuming musicians who quietly created one of popular music's most enduring and spectacular musical legacies.
Cinema City, St Andrew’s Street, Norwich, NR2 4AD, 8:30pm £7:50 adult, £5:50 members, £5 concessions, £4 concessions members, £21.00 family ticket (family of four, minimum two children) tel: 0871 704 2053
www.picturehouses.co.uk
Norfolk
8 Oct
Ruby Turner in concert
Starting out as a member of Culture Club, Ruby Turner has since released 13 solo albums and has built up an enviable reputation to become known as one of the UK's favourite and finest jazz singers. She has collaborated with artists such as Mick Jagger and UB40 and frequently works with Jools Holland. An accomplished actress as well as singer, Ruby has appeared in West End productions of Tennessee Williams' A Street Car Named Desire, Carmen Jones,
Fame and in the highly acclaimed One Love directed by Yvonne Brewster at the Lyric Theatre, Hammersmith. Ruby is currently playing a series of concert dates in 2009, as she begins the countdown to her eagerly awaited brand new Gospel Album, which is due for release later this year.
The Playhouse, 8pm, £17.50, £15 concs, tel: 01603 598598
www.norwichplayhouse.org.uk
Cambridge
9 Oct
Oxjam! With Matoke and friends!
Description A night of uplifting and joyful live music from around the world Raising funds for Oxfam.
CB2 Bistro, 7.30pm, £5, tel: 07790 996845
www.matoke.co.uk
Cambridge
10 Oct
WEST AFRICA WITH BATAFON ARTS ‘Carrefours de l'Afrique'
Description Meet us at the crossroads of West Africa, Guinea Conakry,and visit the village of Ali Baba Bangoura, all without leaving Cambridge! Master drummer, dancer and artistic director of Batafon Arts, Ali Bangoura will be your guide and teacher for a day of workshops exploring West African Cultural traditions. Ali is an accomplished performer and a charismatic teacher with a great sense of humour. He has toured internationally with `Les Ballets Africaines'† the national performing arts troupe of his country, Guinea Conakry. He has also performed and taught in Europe and North America. Visiting for one day only, Ali will be teaching two classes which are available individually or together: Introducing Djembe Drumming (11am-1pm) suitable for beginners to Intermediate, West African Dance (2pm-4pm). Both sessions will include learning a West African song
Alex Wood Hall, 11am-4pm, £12 each or £20 for the day, tel: 07790 996 845 www.batafonarts.co.uk
www.batafonarts.co.uk
Norfolk
10 Oct
Rebel Lion ft. Chanter & Kingiay
Two floors of musical delight....Upstairs Rebel Lion, Norwich’s roots reggae ambassadors, present for you a BHM special featuring two of the UK’s finest veteran MCs of the UK sound system business – Chanter and Kingjay – with over 50 years experience between them. With these masters of the microphone this will be a night of high grade rootical entertainment not to be missed. And downstairs the legendary MARVEL crew spinning funk, hip-hop, grime, dub step, ragga and much much more!
Mustard Nightclub, 10pm – 3am, £5, tel: 07891 782971
info@rebel-lion.co.uk
www.myspace.com/rebel_lion_sound_system
Norfolk
10 Oct
Love the Funk
This is a music event to celebrate BHM concentrating on Jazz Funk, Soul and Disco from the 70s and 80s. It is hoped this event will be a Norfolk version
on the MOBO’s (celebrating Music of Black Origin). We hope to make if a bi-annual event and would like to launch it through BHM and keep that association going forward. The event is an adults only event and primarily aimed at the 35+ age market due to the years the music will be selected from. However that is not to say that young people (over 18) will not enjoy it and they are more than welcome to attend. This is an all inclusive event to celebrate the very best that music of black origin has to offer. There will be a full sound and light system set up with two DJ’s playing.
Thorpe St Andrew Social Club, 7.30pm to 12am, £6.50, tel: 07828 247145 or 07960 449379
musicology@fsmail.net Discostew1712@yahoo.co.uk
www.musicologydisco.com
Norfolk
13 Oct
African Art in East Anglia – a BHM lunchtime lecture by Professor John Mack
John Mack is Professor of World Art Studies at UEA and Head of the School of World Art and Museology. He was Director(Keeper) of the Museum of Mankind in London and Senior Keeper of the British Museum itself - in which capacity he was in overall charge of the African galleries at the British Museum – until moving to UEA in 2004. John has published extensively about art, especially in Africa. He is also a Fellow of the British Academy - and is President of the British Institute in Eastern Africa (based in Nairobi).
Norfolk & Norwich Millennium Library, 12.30pm to 1.30pm, free tel: 08707 33 44 55
office@dmcconsultancy.co.uk
www.norfolkblackhistorymonth.org.uk
Norfolk
13 Oct
African Market at UEA
For the second consecutive year the BHM African Market visits the UEA, giving students a chance to find books, music, resources and some great African, Caribbean & South American food along with clothing jewellery and some other really great items. This tear the African Market will take place alongside the regular Farmers Market.
University of East Anglia, 10am to 6pm, free,
rashid@opentrade.org.uk
www.opentrade.org.uk
Norfolk
14 Oct
Am I black enough for you?
Release date: 2009. Director: Goran Olsson. Running Time: 87 Minutes. Certificate: 12A. Billy Paul's, 'Me and Mrs Jones' was a smash hit on both sides of the Atlantic in the seventies, but follow up single, ‘Am I Black Enough For You’ flopped, and was a failure that nearly cost Paul his career. But if the song had such a radical message, why was it released? The answer lies in the relationship between Paul and record executive Kenny Gamble. Gamble was prepared to encourage the release of a single that could irreparably damage Paul's career for the sake of the message it contained.
Cinema City, 8:30pm, £7 adult, £5:50 members, £4 concessions, £21.00 family ticket (family of four, minimum two children) tel:0871 704 2053
www.picturehouses.co.uk
Norfolk
16 Oct
The Colour Purple
Starring: Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, Margaret Avery, Adolph Caesar, Oprah Winfrey. Release date: 1985. Genre: Drama. Director: Steven Spielberg. Running time: 145. minutes Certificate: 15.
A rich feast of emotionally involving incidents in the lives of one family in the deep South of the early 20 century. At the centre of it all is Celie, married into a life of servitude. Mistreated and abused, she submerges her own identity but is sustained by the love of her sister Nettie and later by her complex and deeply-felt relationship with blues singer Shug Avery. Alice Walker''s Pulitzer prize-winning novel comes to the screen as Steven Spielberg's most powerful, personal film to date.
Sheringham Little Theatre, 2pm and 7pm, £5, £2 under 16s tel: 01263 822347
boxoffice@sheringhamlittletheatre.com
www. sheringhamlittletheatre.com
Norfolk
17 Oct
The taste of African allotments
Experience the freshness of some of the vegetables grown organically from this award winning allotment site. Vegetables, house plants, flowers, and herbs in pots will be on sale all day with prices starting from as little as 25p Food in the form of African recipes suitable for vegetarians will be served starting from 12 noon followed by a guided tour beginning at 1pm.
Plot 211, 11am to 4.30pm, free, £5 for food, tel: 01603 625470
www.n-a-c-a.org.uk ashwondi@hotmail.com
www.n-a-c-a.org.uk
Norfolk
17 Oct
Egyptian Drumming Workshop with E. Meniawy, (Professional Egyptian drummer)
Bring your own drum if you have one, but don’t worry if you don’t, as we will be offering a few professional drums (to rent or purchase) on the night. If you wish to book your place send an email of confirmation and a cheque, addressed to Sahara House, to the address below! Looking forward to seeing you there!
Sahara House, 5pm to 7pm, £30 for 2 hours, tel: 07783 124 381
azzah@saharahouse.co.uk
Norfolk
17 Oct
Cuban Orishas – workshops
These workshops are an opportunity to learn some of the sacred rhythms and dances used to honour the African gods (Orishas) that have become syncretised with Catholic Saints through the Cuban religious tradition of Santeria. Learn the intricate rhythms of the sacred bata drums with master drummer Jose Ferrera Mulen. Learn the movements and dances of the Orishas with expert teacher, Guillermo Davis 'El Iyawo'. Jose and Guillermo are former members of the acclaimed Cuban dance group Danza Libre now based in the UK. Those who have attended the dance workshops will also have a chance to perform in the evening (see 'Cuban Orishas - Performance, page 34). Workshops are suitable for all levels of ability, ages 8 and above.
11am to 12noon – drum workshop
12noon to 1pm – dance workshop
2pm to 3om – ‘Orishas & Cuban
Santeria’ discussion with
Guillermo Davis
3pm to 4pm – drum workshop
4pm to 5pm – dance workshop
St Gregory’s Centre for the Arts
One workshop £10, two workshops £15,
discussion free, four workshops plus performance
(see page xx) £30 (see related event under
Music & Drama) tel: 07857 260799
casparlj@yahoo.co.uk
www.eliyawo.co.uk www.stgregorysart.co.uk
Norfolk
17 Oct
Music & storytelling from West Africa with Gambian Griot, Seikou Susso
Griots are West African poets, singers and musicians who keep the history and values of their people alive through words and music. Seikou Susso is descended from a long line of Gambian griots.Not to be missed! Fun for all the family!
Great Yarmouth Library, 2.30pm to 3.30pm, free, tel: 01493 842279
yarmouth.lib@norfolk.gov.uk
www.libraries.norfolk.gov.uk
Norfolk
17 Oct
Cuban Orishas – Performance
Santeria is a vibrant religious tradition, the result of centuries of contact in Cuba between European Catholic elements and traditional African, Yoruba religion. This performance, with former members of the acclaimed Cuban dance group Danza Libre, will present aspects of Santeria worship alongside some of the stories of the Orishas and their exhilarating songs, rhythms and dances.
St Gregory’s Centre for the Arts, 8pm to 10pm, £7, tel:07857 260 799 www.timbaferreraconga.com,
casparlj@yahoo.co.uk
www.stgregorysart.co.uk www.eliyawo.co.uk
Norfolk
17 Oct
Cuban Orishas – discussion and international dinner party With Guillermo Davis
Santeria is a vibrant religious tradition, the result of centuries of contact in Cuba between European Catholic elements and traditional African, Yoruba religion. Orishas is the name of the Yoruba deities that have become syncretised
in Cuba with Catholic Saints.Join Guillermo Davis 'El Iyawo' and Caspar
James (MA ReligiousStudies) for a lively discussion about the religion and what it means to its followers.
International dinner party– between 5.30pm and 7.30pm All faiths, beliefs and nationalities are welcome to bring their own food and dine together. Refreshments available to purchase from the cafe/bar.
St Gregory’s Centre for the Arts. 2pm to 3pm discussion, 5.30pm to 7.30pm dinner party, free, tel: 07857 260799,
casparlj@yahoo.co.uk
www.stgregorysart.co.uk www.eliyawo.co.uk
Norfolk
18 Oct - 21 Oct
Wondrous Oblivion
Starring: Sam Smith, Leagh Conwell, Dominic Barklem, Jo Stone-Fewings, Emily Woof. Release date: 2004. Director: Paul Morrison. Running time: 101 minutes.
Certificate: PG. Young Jewish eleven-year-old David Wiseman loves cricket. He has all the equipment, but unfortunately none of the skill. When a Jamaican
family move in next door and set up a cricket net in the garden David can't believe his luck – they even offer to coach him. However, this is 1950s England, and when the neighbours start to make life difficult for the newcomers David is forced to make choices between fitting in and his new friends.
Cinema City, Sun 18 Oct – 2:45pm Wed 21 Oct – 8:30pm, £7:50 adult, £5:50 members, £5 concs, £4 concs, £21.00 family ticket (family of four, minimum two children) tel: 0871 704 2053
www.picturehouses.co.uk
Norfolk
18 Oct
Music & storytelling from West Africa with Gambian Griot, Seikou Susso
Griots are West African poets, singers and musicians who keep the history and values of their people alive through words and music. Seikou Susso is descended from a long line of Gambian griots. Not to be missed! Fun for all the family!
Norfolk & Norwich Millennium Library, 2.30pm to 3.30pm, free, tel: 01603 774781
www.libraries.norfolk.gov.uk
Norfolk
18 Oct
Black Hair Care Workshop
Having had such great reviews last year we've gone out of our way to once again bring you this great opportunity to take part in a unique workshop, whether you are black or of mixed heritage, a parent, a carer, a hair care professional or an aspiring amateur. Founder of London’s Silhouettes hair Salon, Sharon Grey will
explain and demonstrate
• basic hair care techniques
• the main differences between Afro and European hair care
• products and equipment that you can use at home
• natural versus processed hair care
• styles, cuts & braiding techniques.
Participants get to take home a special Silhouettes gift pack and take part in an open question & answer sessions (questions can be submitted in advance by email). The event is being organised by the Ihsan Education Project, hosted by Method Hair Salon and co-sponsored by the DMC Consultancy. Places are limited so early booking is recommended.
Method Hair Salon, 10am to 4.30pm, £12 registration fee for adults, £6 concessions (students/under 16s/OAPs etc). Entry for children under 5’s is free tel: 07960 366 330
assiya@black-stone.net
Norfolk
19 Oct
Mon Night Alternative featuring Mr Gee
Mr Gee started off as a DJ playing mainly Hip Hop and Funk grooves in clubs and bars. He then became interested in Spoken Word and for many years has hosted the highly acclaimed poetry night in London called "Brix-Tongue". On radio he's guest-hosted the "London Diaspora Live" show on Resonance fm and is the main host for the performance poetry series "Bespoken Word" on BBC Radio 4. However he was best known as the "Poet Laureate" on Russell Brand's hugely popular and controversial Radio 2 show (and was involved in the infamous "Sachsgate affair"). He wrote an on-the-spot improvised poem every week during each show (which earned him a SONY Gold award). He also writes topical poems on current affairs for BBC regional radio which are collated for BBC radio podcasts.
Norwich Arts Centre, 8pm, £5,
getonthesoapbox@hotmail.co.uk
www.norwichartscentre.co.uk
Norfolk
20 Oct
Trade, Aid, Aids & Africa: Separating Myth from Reality – a BHM lunchtime lecture by Amal Abdalhakim- Douglas
Mention Africa, and for many it conjures up a picture of famine, corrupt leaders, aids and poverty with the only hope being through NGOs and aid packages. Yet after fifty years and allegedly billions in aid so many African countries are much worse off. How can this be? What is the real solution? The answers will be given in this fascinating talk.
Norfolk & Norwich Millennium Library, 12.45pm to 1.30pm tel: 08707 33 44 55
office@dmcconsultancy.co.uk
Norfolk
22 Oct
The Economics of Aid
In the past fifty years, more than $1 trillion in development-related aid has been transferred from rich countries to developing nations. Has this assistance
improved the lives of people? Come and discus why poverty levels continue to escalate and growth rates have steadily declined – and millions continue to suffer. Dr Shawn McGuire, from School of DevelopmentStudies, University of East Anglia and Abraham Eshetu, will facilitate the seminar.
The Curve Auditorium, 6pm to 8pm,
abraham.diversity@gmail.com
www.norfolkblackhistorymonth.org.uk
Norfolk
22 Oct
Dealing with Diversity and Equalities: A Dynamic One-Day Workshop
The nature and structure of this very enjoyable and inspiring workshop, is such that all participants will gain an understanding of the vying issues that surround equalities and discrimination in the UK while having also gained an improved insight into the realities of diversity, and perhaps more importantly, how to deal with it positively through best practice.
The workshop looks at:
• reaping the benefit of a multicultural Britain
• evaluating the benefits of a diverse workforce
• understanding the realities of discrimination
• focus on race, religion, culture & gender
• an overview of the existing and emerging laws
on discrimination in the workplace
• avoiding conflict and litigation by
implementing ‘best practice’.
Millennium Library, 9.30am to 4.30pm, £265 per delegate (50% discount for non-profit organisations, individuals and small enterprises) tel: 08707 33 44 55
office@dealingwithdiversity.co.uk
www.dealingwithdiversity.co.uk
Norfolk
23 Oct - 25 Oct
African Market at Chapelfield Plain
The Open Market returns to Norwich with a distinct African/ and Caribbean flavour. With a unique range of clothing, foods, books and gifts, allowing you to
get that unique present early. There will be something for everyone with music and displays a host of interesting people around helping to make it 3 great days of trading, education and fun.
Chapelfield Plain, 9am to 6pm, free,
rashid@opentrade.org.uk
www.opentrade.org.uk
Norfolk
23 Oct
Nightshift – Motown Karaoke
Nightshift – Motown Karaoke is inspired by the celebration of 50 years of music on the Motown label. Why not become Marvin, Stevie, Diana or even a young Michael by giving us a rendition of these spectacular songs that epitomise the 1960s and 1970s! How about a duet with your other half, or even get together with the lads as the Commodores! Have a boogie to some classic tracks courtesy of Future Radio, who are providing music for the evening, while you rest your vocal chords! Feel free to dress up in your finest gear, or for the full experience dress up as your Motown icon. Divas welcome! Listen out for Future Radio’s ‘Cellar of Soul’ programme throughout the month of October. Bar available.
Take 5, 7.30pm to 12am, £4, tel:01603 763099
www.norfolkblackhistorymonth.org.uk
www.futureradio.co.uk
Norfolk
25 Oct
The Wiz
Starring: Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell, Ted Ross, Richard Pryor. Release date: 1979. Director: Sydney Lumet. Running time: 134 minutes. Certificate: PG
Produced by Motown Productions and Universal Pictures, The Wiz is an urbanized retelling of L. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz featuring an entirely African-American cast. The film follows the adventures of Dorothy, a shy schoolteacher from Harlem, New York, who finds herself magically transported to the wonderland of Oz, which resembles a fantasy version of New York City.
Befriended by a Scarecrow (Jackson), a Tin Man (Russell), and a Cowardly Lion (Ross), Dorothy travels through the world of Oz to seek an audience with the mysterious ‘Wiz’ (Pryor), who they say has the power to take her home.
Cinema City, 2:45pm, £7:50 adult, £5:50 members, £5 concessions, £4 concessions members, £21.00 family ticket (family of four, minimum two children) tel: 0871 704 2053
www.picturehouses.co.uk
Norfolk
27 Oct
Adventures in Anti-cool
Catch three knock-out and very individual hip-hop theatre and dance performances in the same evening! Hip-hop theatre artist Banxy presents his new solo piece Ikky Wakk. Is Ikky still at the top of the breakdance game or has age got the best of him? KnoLove Productions present their solo piece Cool Rules, a fierce uncompromising tale of pride, fear and hope exploring the
explosion of violence within our young communities. The whole evening will be topped off with Adventures in Anti-Cool, a fast and fun vignette of hip-hop theatre "what-ifs", boldly going where no B'Boy has any right to be. Banxy and Curtis James from KnoLove team up to seek out new hip hop theatre (but not as we know it) by riffing on themes as diverse as Star Trek, club nights and the inner nerd. Suitable for age 9+
The Playhouse, 7.30pm, £10, £8 concessions, £7 student group, tel: 01603 598598
www.norwichplayhouse.org.uk
Norfolk : African market
Norfolk
27 Oct
African Market at County Hall
A special event to allow Norfolk County Council staff to get a chance to participate in Black History Month. With food, clothing, books, music, educational resources, artwork and crafts right in the heart of County Hall for both staff and visitors
County Hall, Martineau Lane, Norwich, 10am to 4pm, free
rashid@opentrade.org.uk
www.opentrade.org.uk
Norfolk
27 Oct
The End of White History – a BHM lunchtime lecture by Uthman Ibrahim- Morrison
Lecturer, author and community activist Uthman Ibrahim-Morrison is perhaps one of the only people brave enough to tackle such a subject and will no doubt ensure this Lunchtime Lecture series finishes on a memorable note.
Norfolk & Norwich Millennium Library, 12.45pm to 1.30pm, free, tel: 08707 33 44 55
office@dmcconsultancy.co.uk
www.norfolkblackhistorymonth.org.uk
Norfolk
27 Oct
The Stephen Lawrence inquiry ten years on?
Ten years on from the publication of the Stephen Lawrence Inquiry led by Sir William Macpherson and his panel of advisors, we seek through this seminar, to understand the extent of progress in meeting the Inquiry's recommendations. We intend to highlight areas requiring further examination, and to understand whether there has in fact been ‘permanent and irrevocable change’. Abraham Eshetu will facilitate the seminar and panel discussion.
The Curve Auditorium, 6pm to 8pm, Free,
abraham.diversity@gmail.com
Norfolk
28 Oct
Blacula
Starring: William Marshall, Vonetta McGee, Denise Nicholas, Gordon Pinsent, Charles Macaulay, Thalmus Rasulala Release date: 1972. Director: William Crain.
Running time: 93 minutes. Certificate: 15
Cult classic Blacula is the story of Manuwalde, an African prince who, after visiting Count Dracula, is turned into a vampire and locked in a coffin. Fast forward to 1972 when two antique collectors transport the coffin to Los Angeles and unleash Blacula on the city! The movie presents a modern version of the classic Dracula story in a very chilling and inventive way.
Cinema City, 8:30pm, £7:50 adult, £5:50 members, £5 concessions, £4 concessions members, £21.00 family ticket (family of four, minimum two children) tel: 0871 704 2053
www.picturehouses.co.uk
Norfolk
29 Oct
Patterns of the world – make your own t-shirt
Be inspired by eighteenth century Norwich pattern books and traditional African patterns and be part of the rich textile industry tradition of Norwich. Use colourful fabric dyes and a variety of patterns to create your own design for your own t-shirt.
The Archive Centre, 2pm to 3.30pm, free tel: 01603 222677
norfrec@norfolk.gov.uk
www.archivesnorfolk.gov.uk
Norfolk
29 Oct
Tiny Tots Rhyme Time
Rhyme Times (sometimes called Bounce & Rhyme or Tiny Tots) are for pre-school children and take place regularly in libraries around the county. They are a great way of involving babies and young children in the fun and exciting worlds of words, books, rhythms and rhymes. For Black History Month, the repertoire will be expanded to include African themed action rhymes and stories within the usual format. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Norfolk & Norwich Millennium Library, 2pm to 2.30pm, free, 01603 774781
tonia.mihill@norfolk.gov.uk
www.libraries.norfolk.gov.uk
Norfolk
30 Oct
Norfolk BHM 2009 Finale
This year’s BHM is going to finish with a BANG! We have an exciting mix of
comedy, drama, funky house and UK hip hop. As always we aim to showcase stars of the future as well as a few established acts gracing Norfolk stages for the first time. Headlining this year’s Finale is funky house King Donaeo, with the support of UK rappers Ghetts, Wretch 32 and Jungle, comedy by Slim and drama by Norfolk’s group ‘Youth In Action’! Music provided by BarX. Get ready for a night to remember!
Norwich Arts Centre, 7.30pm, £10 adult / advance £12 door / £8 Concessions tel:01603 611644
admin@nnrec.org.uk
www.norfolkblackhistorymonth.org.uk
Norfolk
1 Nov
Great Yarmouth BHM 2009 Finale
This year’s Great Yarmouth BHM finale brings together a mix of performers for an extraordinary evening of entertainment, lively music and traditional dances. It promises to be a fun family evening in which the different communities of
Great Yarmouth will interact.
3pm tel: 07769 934196
gyia1@btconnect.com
www.gyia.org.uk
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