In this series of minimalist oil pastel drawings, curated by Rainmaker Gallery, Jason Wesaw reflects on reconnection, resilience and the healing power of return. Through subtly textured surface and carefully… Continue Reading Returning by Jason Wesaw
Queendom Rising is a new photography exhibition by Bristol-based photographer George Netana celebrating women from Bristol’s diverse diaspora communities. This portrait series is inspired by the artist’s lived experience as a mother… Continue Reading Queendom Rising: Portraits of Diaspora by George Netana
Spike Island presents a major solo exhibition of new work by Phillip Lai (b.1969, Kuala Lumpur), bringing together a body of sculptural commissions that continue the artist’s exploration of the… Continue Reading RAIN/RUIN by Phillip Lai
Spike Island presents Feedback, the largest solo exhibition by Nigerian-British artist, filmmaker and DJ Olukemi Lijadu. Developed through research in Chicago, Lagos and Bristol, the exhibition centres on a major… Continue Reading Feedback by Olukemi Lijadu
Lebanese artist Mounira Al Solh invites you into a vivid world where ancient mythology collides with contemporary experience. In this exhibition, she poignantly and playfully navigates a multitude of complex… Continue Reading A land as big as her skin by Mounira Al Solh
Rooted in West African cultural heritage, CRAZE WORLD uses symbols, figures and patterns to confront social issues such as racism, police brutality and censorship. The work in this collection reflects… Continue Reading CRAZE WORLD by BÓLÁRINWÁ
Diaspora Island gathers Bristol-based artists with roots across the world, weaving together perspectives on the human condition and the shifting meaning of home. Moving between folk tales, dance, and acts… Continue Reading Voices of the Diaspora
This hugely popular annual event gives you access to explore the studios, see works-in-progress, learn about different creative processes, and buy unique work directly from the artists. The family-friendly programme… Continue Reading Spike Island Open Studios
Join Circomedia in Portland Square this Early May Bank Holiday weekend for a fantastic, diaspora-led day of free, family friendly activities. No need to book, just turn up. The Circomedia… Continue Reading Circus in St Pauls
Come and explore the work of the Diverse Artists Network, the Bristol-based development agency behind the DIASPORA! festival, through this exciting exhibition: Out of Many. Founded in 2020 by Deasy… Continue Reading Out of Many: The Diverse Artists Network Exhibition
Ten African and Caribbean women across generations come together to sit, reflect and speak, opening a rare and intimate window into the stories, tensions and wisdom that pass between us.… Continue Reading Internal Conversations
Tashi Shabdro is a popular Tibetan circle dance performed during festive and joyful occasions. Join a large group, led by artist Tenzin Sangmo, as you come together in celebration, promoting… Continue Reading Dance Day at The Island Dance Space: Tashi Shabdro Tibetan Dance Workshop
A creative craft workshop open to all ages, where participants use recycled materials and textiles to create a flag or banner that represents and celebrates themselves and their identity, however… Continue Reading Flag Up Your Identity – Easton Community Centre
5 venues, 8 Stages and 15 hours of music from all around the world. All day and night, you can expect all of the regular global sounds you know and… Continue Reading Jam on the Horizon
Join musician Alphonse Daudet Touna for a steel pan workshop exploring African Caribbean melodies and rhythms. By the end of the session, participants will come together to play a short… Continue Reading Steel & Beats
Join artist Marina Moreno for an online talk exploring her practice, with a focus on collaboration and socially engaged work. Marina will also introduce an exciting opportunity for DAN artists… Continue Reading DIASPORA! Online: Connecting Across Borders: Collaboration, Migration & Socially Engaged Practice
Side eYe is excited to be delivering a workshop on storytelling and world-making. They’ll be working through different mediums of art, seeing how you can incubate your creativity using collages… Continue Reading Storytelling & World-making
Join Medea for this Persian dance taster workshop focused on popular and accessible dances from Iran. This session offers an introduction to the movements and rhythms of Persian dance in… Continue Reading Dance Day at The Island Dance Space: Try Persian Dance & Have Fun
Five women from completely different backgrounds bring their own unique solo performances to this showcase. Taking place in an empty shop unit in The Galleries, transformed into a makeshift theatre,… Continue Reading A Love Letter to Broadmead: Five Women, One Show
Freedom Soul Dance is a beautiful combination of West African, freestyle and contemporary dance, led by dance practitioner, penny Marie. Filled with fun, joy and expression, Penny’s classes give you… Continue Reading Dance Day at The Island Dance Space: Freedom Soul Dance
Four local poets read and discuss their work alongside contributors from the Africa Migration Report Poetry Anthology series. This series publishes anthologies exploring African and African diasporic migration and immobility… Continue Reading DIASPORA! Online: African & African Diasporic Poetry, Bristol
Experience the vibrant rhythms of the Sudanese Daluka, a drum that is central to women’s celebrations. This session showcases Aghani Abanat (girls’ songs), an important part of wedding rituals in… Continue Reading Daluka Circle: Sudanese Women’s Rhythms
The UK’s premier pan-Asian improv group are back with their mission to bring epic laughs from the diasporASIA to Bristol. Bringing playful improv from their monthly night in London -… Continue Reading Comediasians
An eclectic DJ set, mixing genres from the Caribbean, UK, South Africa and Brazil. No need to book, just turn up. About Azumei Azumei is a Bristol-based DJ and producer,… Continue Reading Azumei DJ Set
French collective House of Unity bring their explosive fusion of live instrumentation and electronic club energy to The Canteen this May. No need to book, just turn up. ABOUT HOUSE… Continue Reading HOUSE OF UNITY
