Windrush Day 2023
Join us for Windrush Day 2023 marking the launch of the Southampton Black Archive's new website with featured keynote speakers and local art.…
Black History Month 2023: Heritage
Celebrating and honouring the rich heritage of our Black communities.…
Chevalier at the Harbour Lights Cinema
Based on the true story of composer Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges (Kelvin Harrison Jr., Waves), the illegitimate son of an African slave and a French plantation owner, who rises to heights in French society as a composer before an ill-fated love affair.…
Windrush 75th Celebration Sailing
Join Black History Month South and SS Shieldhall on June 24th, 2023 for a day of exhibitions, talks, food, and live entertainment to mark the 75th anniversary of the Windrush and celebrate the history of race and migration in Southampton.…
Sizwe Banzi is Dead
The timeless play, "Sizwe Banzi Is Dead," returns in a powerful new production at MAST Mayflower Studios…
Babatunde Aléshé: Babahood
Babatunde is one of the fastest rising stars in British Comedy. A powerhouse performer, his stand up presents a hilariously fresh perspective, oozing charisma whilst showcasing impeccable stagecraft and comic timing.…
What’s Love Got To Do With It? – Mayflower Theatre
The hit live show "What’s Love Got To Do With It?" celebrating the iconic music of Tina Turner returns with a fresh cast.…
BLACK: The Graphic Novel By Tobias Taitt and Anthony Smith
BLACK is the autobiographical story of Tobias Taitt, a child raised in social care in 1970s and 1980s Britain. Discovering a life outside the institutions that held him, Tobias began a descent into a life of crime, while simultaneously developing a love for literature. Set in the South of England, Southampton, and the New Forest, BLACK touches on themes of class and race.…
Hidden Histories Trail – the Black History of Southampton
From Black privateers to plantation owners, this fascinating tour shines a spotlight onto many lesser known stories of Southampton’s past to better understand the diverse heritage of our City spanning over 400 years.…
Jack Leslie statue unveiled at Plymouth Argyle
A pioneering black footballer has been honored with a statue erected at Plymoth Argyle's stadium.…
Oral Histories: Spoken word night in celebration of Black History Month
Oral history allows people whose voices might not otherwise be heard to share their experiences. We hope this evening will be an opportunity share histories, through the creative medium of storytelling.…
Black History Month 2022 at MAST
We are excited to be celebrating the diverse community of Southampton this October as part of Black History Month. As part of the line up to celebrate this community, we are putting on a diverse programme; from shows to workshops, we are excited to be a part of this.…
“Proud to be” Black Stories Screening
The theme of this year’s national Black History Month (October) is “Proud to be”. That’s the theme of Our Version Media’s first ever community stories screening. “Proud to be” will be an evening showcasing and celebrating stories from Southampton’s African, Caribbean and black British communities.…