Sat 20 Aug, 7.30pm The London Community Gospel Choir Highly sought-after throughout the world, the London Community Gospel Choir’s concerts are full of songs and spirituals that will soothe the mind, heal the spirit and cheer your heart. Join them for an uplifting evening of gospel greats including Oh Happy Day, His Eye is on the Sparrow, Amazing Grace, Hallelujah, songs from the movie Sister Act and many more. Mercury Theatre, Colchester. Tickets £14 / £17.75 / £18.75 / £19.75 Box Office 01206 573948 www.mercurytheatre.co.uk     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Throughout October Black History Month in Colchester To celebrate the event this year and the opening of our spectacular new building in the town centre firstsite will be programmed a short season of films during October. These will Be programmed in our state of the art auditorium and will help to celebrate the themes of Black History Month. Details of the programme will be announced near the time on the firstsite website. www.firstsite.uk.net     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Sat 1 Oct, 12am Freedom Sound Reggae Market Launch Event Freedom Sounds African and Caribbean Reggae Market Day with vibrant stalls, delicious foods, music, dance performances and family entertainment. Followed by a live performance from Wayne MacAuthor & the Universal Players from 7.00pm until Midnight. At Colchester Arts Centre, Church St, CO1 1NF Admissions: FREE to all Daytime Activities. £4 from 7:00pm - Midnight.     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Sun 2 Oct, 8pm Omid Djalili ***Sold Out*** Multi award winning stand-up television and movie star, Omid Djalili is back on tour with a warm-up for his brand new comedy show. A firm favourite at the Edinburgh Festival with his legendary performances. Omid was the winner of the “Best Actor” Award for his lead performance in The Infidel at the Turin Film Festival. “Right now, the Iranian Djalili is probably one of the most subversive, let alone funniest, comedians around. At Colchester Arts Centre, Church St.     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Wed 5 Oct - 22 Oct, 7pm Who is Black “One Drop” Inspired by the BHM theme of “Identity” An Art exhibiton and display of a series of paintings and photos entitled “One Drop” that will represent the differences in colours of black people of mixed heritage. Slack Space, St. James House, Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PQ. Admission: Free     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Thurs 6 Oct, 11am “Lenore is from Trinidad” Under five year olds and their families will be delighted with stories and songs from the Caribbean with Aunty Lenore. Essex University Creche Library     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Thurs 6 Oct, 7pm Slack Space Mini Festival A day of music and celebration of Africa Culture and Art with Images and Sculptures provided by Bodicia Gallery Slack Space, St. James House, Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PQ. Admission: Free     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Fri 7 Oct, 7.30pm Slack Space Mini Festival Featuring: Sanna Jay Dance Co. Fusion Dance Hall WorkShop, Music and Performances. A vibrant and explosive dance shop of some of the hottest Fusion and Dance Hall moves and choreography.s. Slack Space, St. James House, Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PQ. Admission: Free     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Sat 8 Oct, 8pm Slack Space Mini Festival Featuring Salsa Dance Night, DJ Mgjazz playing the best of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue & Reggaeton. An introduction to the dance of SALSA. With Instructor Malcolm Green. Slack Space, St. James House, Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PQ. Admission: Free     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Wed 12 Oct - Fri 14 Oct, 4pm Sat 15 Oct, 11am Uganda or UK A family Event for Parents and children ages 6 to 14 years Hands-on activities for parent and child participation, exploring the similarities and differences of everyday life in Africa and the UK. Slack Space, St. James House, Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PQ. Admission: Free     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Thurs 13 Oct, 8pm Colchester Arts Centre Second Poetry Slam A multi-poet battle royal for lyrical supremacy! A poetry slam is an exciting, performance based poetry competition that is open to all. Email max@colchesterartscentre.com to prove your worth on stage. At Colchester Arts Centre, Church St, CO1 1NF     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Fri 14 Oct, 7pm Sanna Jay Dance Co. Fusion Dance Hall WorkShop, Music and Performances. A vibrant and explosive dance work shop of some of the hottest Fusion and Dance Hall moves and chorography. University of Essex, Events Hall. Admission: Free     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Sat 15 Oct, 8pm - Late Bring Back the Slow Jamms A night of 80s and 90s Soul/R&B/Reggae Music and Dance. We reach back into the crates to pull out some of those rare and fabulous slow jams and lovers rock reggae tunes. Get ready to kick off your shoes and hold your lover close for “Bring Back the Slow Jamms” University of Essex, Events Hall. £4 Advance tickets £5 at the door.     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Mon 17 Oct, 7.30pm Cicely’s Caribbean Cooking Come and join us for a mouth watering tasty treat with Cicley’s Cakes. Discover cooking tips and recipes and sample foods of the West Indies. Slack Space, St. James House, Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PQ. Admission and Food: Donations     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Thurs 20 Oct, 8pm Asere and the Sound of Cuba Drawing their inspiration from traditional Cuban songs, seven young musicians came together in the 1990s to create music with a contemporary edge. Staying true to an acoustic base they developed a fresh sound with inventive songwriting and soulful groove. Colchester Arts Centre, Church St. CO1 1NF. Admission: £10 / £8 Conc.     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Thurs 20 Oct Global Dignity Day Join us on the university squares during the day and contribute to community art by adding a message or handprint to our board, and see how some of the university’s societies are celebrating Global Dignity Day. ‘Out of Slavery’ Nardia Foster As part of Global Dignity Day, the university is delighted to welcome Nardia Foster, author of Out of Slavery: the History of British Black Caribbean People. Explore the history and identity of black Caribbean people in Britain. Creative pieces produced during the workshop will be on display at the Black History Month Fair at the university on 29th October. University of Essex. Admission: Free More info: drplus@essex.ac.uk     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Fri 21st Oct, 8pm Committee Soiree An informal, casual Colchester Black History Month committee gathering to socially meet and talk and relax. Slack Space, St. James House, Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PQ Admission: Free     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Sat 22 Oct, 8pm Who is Black “One Drop” Exhibition finale presented by Lawrence Walker, Chairman of Colchester Black Month 2011 with Special Guest Nardia Foster, the author of “Out of Slavery” The History of British Black Caribbean people in the United Kingdom workshop, Lecture and Book Review. Slack Space, St. James House, Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PQ Admission: Free     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Sun 23 Oct, 11am ‘Miles for Smiles’ Charity Walk A chance to walk a course around the outskirts of the town of either 5 miles or 10 miles and raise funds for favourite charity. Everyone’s invited to support the cause. Starting from the FOX Pub in Layer Dela Haye thru Fridaywoods.     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Tues 25 Oct, 1pm African Diaspora on the culture of Latin America All members of the university and the local community are warmly invited to this informal lunchtime session to mark Black History Month. Drawing on the University’s leading-edge research in the area, participants will have the chance to explore the impact of the African Diaspora on the culture of Latin America. University of Essex. Admission: Free More info: ldev@essex.ac.uk     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Fri 28 Oct, 7.30pm An African Affair Come and taste the world with an evening of African food and variety of entertainment celebrating African spirit and beauty, ranging from eclectic talents in spoken words with London based poets such as Leeto, Obe from RADA and Amanda (Essex Uni’s resident poets) to soulful harmonies sang by the beautiful voice of “Nandi” a talented singer/songwriter from Zimbabwe, with a stunning array of African dishes to sample, dancers and other goodies to ensure an extravaganza. Lakeside Theatre University of Essex. Admission: Free     ____________________________________________________________________________________________       Sat 29 Oct, 1pm University of Essex Students’ Union Black History Month Fair A fantastic, family-friendly event to end Black History Month. The day will include: live music from reggae to steel band; stalls with food, clothes and other culturally diverse items; and attractions for children. Special thanks to the University of Essex Equality and Diversity Unit for their tremendous contribution. University of Essex Campus Admission: Free     ____________________________________________________________________________________________     T. 07900 921916         E. info@bhmcolchester.co.uk         www.bhmcolchester.co.uk     ____________________________________________________________________________________________
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