Past Events

The Black History Month group will be developing a symposium with Firstsite during Black History Month, alongside the activities of collecting Oral Histories and working with materials from the National Archives of the Arts Council collection to explore the black experience within Essex and the creative expressions that have come out of this. On including the exhibition in our Black History Month program, we hope to highlight the representation of black artists and communities, to greater encourage more people to…

A CELEBRATION OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH WITH LAWRENCE WALKER AND POWERHOUSE GOSPEL CHOIRJoin our celebration of Black History Month featuring Lawrence Walker, Chairperson of Colchester Black History Month, providing a talk on celebrating the Windrush migration, and incredible live music from the Powerhouse Gospel Choir.17 OCTApprox 2hrs, including interval£16Box Office: 01206 573948

New One-Woman Theatre Show, KURE KURE/FARAWAY Touring June & Autumn 2019:"The multi-media one-woman theatre show KURE KURE/FARAWAY includes music, projected visuals, song, dance and spoken word. It is a story of migration, atavism, DNA and the Ancestors' origins through the huge migration from Central Africa (5000 years ago), the migration of the Bantu Tribe from the Tanganyika and Baka tribal regions (Cameroon region) all the way to Zimbabwe to build the biggest kingdom in Africa (1200 AD) and my own…

October 26th YOUTH CONCERT AFiUK Youth club group will perform a “LIVE” concert also with several other engaging and popular activities for young people. 11am – 5pm Townhouse Youth club on Stockwell St. Colchester

BHM Colchester Launch on Friday Welcome segment and announcement of programs and activities for BHM Colchester 2020.With the first Interview of “Being Black in Essex" with Author and Poet, Lawrence Savage

Black History Month in Colchester Castle  - An Exhibit of the WindRush migration of their arrival in Tilbury, Essex and their experiences of a life in Britain.  A series of panels displays and narratives marking the Windrush Generation and it descendants.  It is recommend you phone in advance and book a slot during the day and evening visits after 4pm.  Free entry to just see the exhibit, booking would be essential for anyone wishing to see the exhibition.

The Mercury Theatre will present a workshop, “Why are we still fighting Racism” hosted by Sophie Kabangu and Lawrence Walker. Identifying ways to implement anti-racist practices TBA

Tuesday BBC Radio Essex acknowledges Black History Black with interview Indi Sandhu, Lawrence Walker and other guests on 103.5 & 95.3FM, with BBC Radio presenter Ian Wyatt.

William Darity Jr. and A. Kirsten Mullen speak about their book and their work on reparation for Black Americans, followed by a question and answer session led by Clara Sandoval, from our School of Law, Human Rights Centre and Essex Transitional Justice Network.You can find out more about this event and how to register at:  https://www.essex.ac.uk/events/2020/10/28/from-here-to-equality,-c-,-reparations-for-black-americans-in-the-twenty-first-century

  Lela will be sharing the lessons learned in her book ‘Lela: Ashes of Childhood’ which journeys through her formative years in Uganda as a child before moving to the United Kingdom as a teenager. Lela joins us to discuss her life before, during and after Essex that led to her career as a formidable author. This event is in collaboration with the University of Essex Albert Sloman Library.Find out more about this event, how to register and how to send your…

Black History Month Colchester begins with an opening at the One Colchester Community HubShopfront with Art Exhibits, presentations, talks, "Live" Music and displays for all of the community.With the support of the Minories Gallery and Community 360, Black History Month Colchester will bein residents in the shopfront at 2/6 Longwire Street CO1 1LH in the Town Centre.Our Black History Month program will available throughout the month October from the 1st of the monthuntil October 31st.

British PremiereA city which belongs to just one man is no true cityIn a war-torn city, two brothers lie dead: one hailed and buried a hero, the other denounced as a traitor, his body to be displayed as a warning to anyone daring to defy the new leader Creon, who is ruthless in her grip on power.A grieving, defiant Antigone strikes out against Creon’s brutal regime in a furious act of civil disobedience which will have devastating consequences for them…

Firstsite Museum are hosting Black History Month Colchester 2021, a day of celebrations and entertainment bythe amazing reggae performance of FREEDOM SOUNDS and full catering by S&S Caribbean Restaurant.Demonstrations of cultural dances and fashions of the Caribbean and Africa. Information kiosks table top displays and sales stalls to promote local small businesses and entrepreneurs.A Children's Fun Fair, Bouncey Castles, the MONSTER TRUCK and other soft play activities for our young people.Presentations of Black History Month events and activities for the…

One Colchester Community HubShopfront with Art Exhibits  and displays for all of the community.With the support of the Minories Gallery and Community 360, Black History Month Colchester will be in residents in the shopfront at 2/6 Long Wyre Street       CO1 1LH in the Town Centre.Our Black History Month program will available throughout the month October from the 1st of the month until October 31st

 A city which belongs to just one man is no true cityIn a war-torn city, two brothers lie dead: one hailed and buried a hero, the other denounced as a traitor, his body to be displayed as a warning to anyone daring to defy the new leader Creon, who is ruthless in her grip on power.A grieving, defiant Antigone strikes out against Creon’s brutal regime in a furious act of civil disobedience which will have devastating consequences for them both.The…

British PremiereA city which belongs to just one man is no true cityIn a war-torn city, two brothers lie dead: one hailed and buried a hero, the other denounced as a traitor, his body to be displayed as a warning to anyone daring to defy the new leader Creon, who is ruthless in her grip on power.A grieving, defiant Antigone strikes out against Creon’s brutal regime in a furious act of civil disobedience which will have devastating consequences for them…

Following their phenomenally successful recent tour, which included dates at London’s Royal Albert Hall and arenas around the UK, The Drifters are back on tour with a brand-new show performing all their classic hits from the last six decades. The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll of Fame, performed for the President of the United States and listed among the Greatest Artists of All Time by Rolling Stone magazine. Don’t miss their brand-new tour performing all the classic hits such…

 We Are the Minories Gallery will host an exhibition and display of placards & PensHighlighting the work of Black Lives Matter Colchester. The exhibit will be on display fromthe 4th to the 22nd of October.Admission is FREE

One Colchester Community Hub  One Colchester Community HubShopfront with Art Exhibits Talk and Guided Tour presentation and displays for all of the community.    With the support of the Minories Gallery and Community 360, Black History Month Colchester will be in residents in the shopfront at 2/6 Long Wyre Street       CO1 1LH in the Town Centre.Our Black History Month program will available throughout the month October from the 1st of the month until October 31st.

British PremiereA city which belongs to just one man is no true cityIn a war-torn city, two brothers lie dead: one hailed and buried a hero, the other denounced as a traitor, his body to be displayed as a warning to anyone daring to defy the new leader Creon, who is ruthless in her grip on power.A grieving, defiant Antigone strikes out against Creon’s brutal regime in a furious act of civil disobedience which will have devastating consequences for them…

One Colchester Community HubShopfront with Art Exhibits  and displays for all of the community.With the support of the Minories Gallery and Community 360, Black History Month Colchester will be in residents in the shopfront at 2/6 Long Wyre Street       CO1 1LH in the Town Centre.Our Black History Month program will available throughout the month October from the 1st of the month until October 31st

 We Are the Minories Gallery will host an exhibition and display of placards & PensHighlighting the work of Black Lives Matter Colchester. The exhibit will be on display fromthe 4th to the 22nd of October.4/5 TRINITY SQUARE COLCHESTERAdmission is FREE

British PremiereA city which belongs to just one man is no true cityIn a war-torn city, two brothers lie dead: one hailed and buried a hero, the other denounced as a traitor, his body to be displayed as a warning to anyone daring to defy the new leader Creon, who is ruthless in her grip on power.A grieving, defiant Antigone strikes out against Creon’s brutal regime in a furious act of civil disobedience which will have devastating consequences for them…

One Colchester Community HubShopfront with Art Exhibits  and displays for all of the community.With the support of the Minories Gallery and Community 360, Black History Month Colchester will be in residents in the shopfront at 2/6 Long Wyre Street       CO1 1LH in the Town Centre.Our Black History Month program will available throughout the month October from the 1st of the month until October 31st

DUE TO COVID REGULATIONS & RESTRICTIONS THIS EVENT AS BEEN POSTPONED TO AUG. 22nd 2022 (All prepaid tickets will be honored and/or refunded)A stunning celebration of  the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time. This award winning production features a sensational line-up of musicians and artistes, and together with a powerhouse and breath-taking performance in the spirit of Whitney, deliver a show that exceeds expectation on every level. Taking us on a magical rollercoaster ride…

British PremiereA city which belongs to just one man is no true cityIn a war-torn city, two brothers lie dead: one hailed and buried a hero, the other denounced as a traitor, his body to be displayed as a warning to anyone daring to defy the new leader Creon, who is ruthless in her grip on power.A grieving, defiant Antigone strikes out against Creon’s brutal regime in a furious act of civil disobedience which will have devastating consequences for them…

One Colchester Community HubShopfront with Art Exhibits  and displays for all of the community.With the support of the Minories Gallery and Community 360, Black History Month Colchester will be in residents in the shopfront at 2/6 Long Wyre Street       CO1 1LH in the Town Centre.Our Black History Month program will available throughout the month October from the 1st of the month until October 31st

A city which belongs to just one man is no true cityIn a war-torn city, two brothers lie dead: one hailed and buried a hero, the other denounced as a traitor, his body to be displayed as a warning to anyone daring to defy the new leader Creon, who is ruthless in her grip on power.A grieving, defiant Antigone strikes out against Creon’s brutal regime in a furious act of civil disobedience which will have devastating consequences for them both.The…

We Are the Minories Gallery will host an exhibition and display of placards & Pens.Highlighting the work of Black Lives Matter Colchester. The exhibit will be on display fromthe 4th to the 22nd of October.4/5 Trinity Square, Colchester, Essex CO1 1JRAdmission is FREE 

British PremiereA city which belongs to just one man is no true cityIn a war-torn city, two brothers lie dead: one hailed and buried a hero, the other denounced as a traitor, his body to be displayed as a warning to anyone daring to defy the new leader Creon, who is ruthless in her grip on power.A grieving, defiant Antigone strikes out against Creon’s brutal regime in a furious act of civil disobedience which will have devastating consequences for them…