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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T170000
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SUMMARY:RAIN/RUIN by Phillip Lai
DESCRIPTION: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 material world around us. \nThis will be the most significant institutional presentation of Lai’s work to date. Lai’s sculptures combine everyday objects with his own intensive re-makings of them to create a parallel imprint of the real world. Free entry. \nFor access information refer to venue’s website. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/rain-ruin/
LOCATION:Spike Island\, Spike Island 133 Cumberland Road\, Bristol\, BS1 6UX
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260324T064804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T103035Z
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SUMMARY:Feedback by Olukemi Lijadu
DESCRIPTION: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 new film commission marking a landmark in the artist’s moving image practice. \nThe film uses audio feedback as a metaphor for the circulation of rhythm\, memory and cultural codes within the African diaspora. Tracing the evolution of the drum from West African tradition to electronic music\, Lijadu explores how looping underpins not only music but collective memory and connection across continents and generations. \nA sound system completes the installation\, drawing from Bristol’s sound system culture and functioning as a physical metaphor for the amplification of histories\, voices and vibrations. Inspired by early abstract cinema\, Feedback embraces repetition\, tempo and visual rhythm\, subverting a Western-centric art history in the process. \nFeatured image: ‘Feedback’ works in progress (2025). Courtesy of the artist. \nABOUT OLUKEMI\nOlukemi Lijadu is a multi-disciplinary artist and DJ\, with a focus on moving image and sound. She was recently a recipient of London’s ICA Image Behaviour grant where she was commissioned to create and debut her most recent film-performance Guardian Angel.  \nIn 2018\, she graduated from Stanford as a masters student in Philosophy where she focused on African philosophical systems. Her academic background grounds her research-based approach to her artistic practice. Her work explores questions around music of the diaspora\, heritage and the complexity of feeling.\n\n@kemkemlij 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/feedback-by-olukemi-lijadu/
LOCATION:Spike Island\, Spike Island 133 Cumberland Road\, Bristol\, BS1 6UX
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260319T193703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T120105Z
UID:7698-1772276400-1779645600@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:A land as big as her skin by Mounira Al Solh
DESCRIPTION: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 themes such as identity\, migration\, trauma\, inequality and gender. \nThis multidisciplinary exhibition includes her critically acclaimed Venice Biennale pavilion installation A Dance with her Myth from 2024\, taking visitors on a journey through Middle Eastern mythology to contemporary times. \nFeatured image: Mounira Al Solh artist portrait in the exhibition A land as big as her skin at Arnolfini\, 2026\nImage credit: Remco Merbis\, courtesy of Arnolfini\, Bristol \nFor all ages. \nFor access information refer to venue’s website. \nABOUT MOUNIRA \nMounira Al Solh is a Lebanese visual artist born in 1978\, whose multidisciplinary practice spans video\, painting\, drawing\, embroidery and installation. Her work often explores themes of migration\, displacement\, identity and the political turmoil affecting the Middle East\, particularly Lebanon and Syria.\n@mouniraalsolh
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/a-land-as-big-as-her-skin-by-mounira-al-solh/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T235959
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260320T070012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T103107Z
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SUMMARY:Returning by Jason Wesaw
DESCRIPTION: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 chosen colour\, these meditative works unfold with quiet intensity. \nJason Wesaw is a multi-disciplinary artist\, educator\, and peacemaker. He is an enrolled member of the Potawatomi Nation in the Great Lakes region of the United States. His art practice spans many mediums including ceramics\, textiles and works on paper. @jasonwesaw
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/returning-by-jason-wesaw/
LOCATION:Rainmaker Gallery\, Rainmaker Gallery\, 140 Whiteladies Road\, Clifton\, Bristol\, BS8 2RS
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T235959
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20250917T143425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T065256Z
UID:4523-1775520000-1778457599@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Queendom Rising: Portraits of Diaspora by George Netana
DESCRIPTION:Queendom Rising is a new photography exhibition by Bristol-based photographer George Netana celebrating women from Bristol’s diverse diaspora communities. \nThis portrait series is inspired by the artist’s lived experience as a mother of Māori daughters growing up in diaspora\, and explores how identity\, belonging\, and cultural memory are formed and sustained across generations and geographies. She has worked to bring individual voices into the frame while weaving together a shared story of resilience and connection. \nAt its heart\, the project recognises the contributions of women\, often the quiet architects of their communities\, whose acts of care\, leadership and creativity – however large or small – continue to shape and enrich Bristol’s cultural landscape. \nThis exhibition is part of DIASPORA! 26 \nAccessibility Information: \n\nRamped access: There is ramped access from both the front of the building and the rear yard.\nDisabled toilets: Accessible toilets are available on all floors of the building. \nTheatres: The adjoining theatre building is also accessible via a ramp and a lift. \nParking: On-street blue badge parking is available nearby\, and marked parking bays are clearly signed. However\, parking can be difficult on match days near Ashton Gate stadium. \nBus: The bus number 24 stops outside the Tobacco Factory. 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/queendom-rising-portraits-of-diaspora/
LOCATION:Tobacco Factory Café Bar\, Bristol\, BS3 1TF
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition,Our Members Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T230000
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260320T070055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T102227Z
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SUMMARY:CRAZE WORLD by BÓLÁRINWÁ
DESCRIPTION:Rooted in West African cultural heritage\, CRAZE WORLD uses symbols\, figures and patterns to confront social issues such as racism\, police brutality and censorship. \nThe work in this collection reflects the belief that art plays a vital role in shaping public thought. It provides an opportunity for viewers to encounter these visual narratives and consider the role of creativity in addressing systemic injustice. \nAlso features artwork by Jho-an Paulin. \nFree and suitable for all ages. For access information refer to the venue’s website. \n\nABOUT BÓLÁRINWÁ \nBÓLÁRINWÁ is a Nigerian born artist-based in Bristol. His work blends geometric forms\, pop colours and motifs drawn from African spirituality and textiles\, creating a dialogue between tradition and modernity. \nInfluenced by the energy of artists like Basquiat\, the musical defiance of Fela Kuti and the streetwise commentary of Banksy\, his paintings reflect both personal and political narratives. \n@bolarti10e \nABOUT JHO-AN \nJho-an Paulin is a Brain Aneurysm Survivor\, Mother of 4. She has a passion for performance arts and\, more recently\, acrylic painting. Her main themes include nature\, memories of her hometown and upbringing\, and tranquility.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/craze-world/
LOCATION:Tobacco Factory Café Bar\, Bristol\, BS3 1TF
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260319T191546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T134204Z
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SUMMARY:Out of Many: The Diverse Artists Network Exhibition
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFounded in 2020 by Deasy Bamford and Vandna Mehta\, DAN acts as a bridge between artists\, venues and audiences across the South West. \nExperience this vibrant collection from talented regional creatives\, featuring everything from poetry and paintings to illustration and moving images. Free and open to all ages\, this exhibition is showing in Gallery 5 on Floor 2 of Arnolfini Arts. \nFeatured image: Bristol World\, 2026\, digital collage. Courtesy of Alpha Wilson. \nFor access information refer to the venue’s website. \nFind out how to get involved\, become a member or support the network’s mission at diverseartistsnetwork.com. \n@diverseartistsnetwork
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/the-diverse-artists-network-exhibition/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T163000
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260319T183506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T093720Z
UID:7612-1778409000-1778430600@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:West African Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join Foli – Bristol Djembe Players for a day of playing and dancing together to soulful West African rhythms. Led by guest teachers Abram Diallo from Guinea and Seneke Sillah from the Gambia\, these sessions invite participants to bring their spirit\, energy and drums to the circle. \n10.30am – 12pm: West African Dance\nLed by Abram Diallo\, this workshop focuses on traditional movement and is suitable for all levels of experience. \n1pm – 4pm: West African Djembe Drumming\nLed by Seneke Sillah\, this session explores the rhythmic heart of the Gambia. Both workshops are open to everyone\, regardless of experience. Limited djembes are available for hire\, so please book early to reserve one or bring your own. \nAge: 18+\, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio \nVenue: The Jam Jar\, BS2 9EB \nFor access information visit the venue website \nAbout Foli \nFoli – Bristol Djembe Players have been running traditional West African dance and djembe workshops in Bristol since 2022. These sessions are part of a special all-day event for DIASPORA! 26. \nBook your place on Headfirst. \nQuestions? Contact foliplayers@gmail.com
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/west-african-dance/
LOCATION:The Jam Jar\, Little Ann St\, Bristol\, BS2 9EB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260319T180048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T112837Z
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SUMMARY:Dance with the Armenian Alphabet
DESCRIPTION:This creative workshop explores Armenian culture\, language and memory through contemporary dance improvisation. Each letter becomes an inspiration for movement and each sound carries a memory. Participants embody the shapes\, rhythms and resonances of the Armenian alphabet\, transforming letters and words into living dance phrases. \nThrough individual and collective exploration\, the workshop invites people of all ages and experience levels to discover how language\, sound and memory can move through the body. \nAge: 7+ (under-16s must be accompanied by an adult) \nVenue: Arnolfini Arts\, BS1 4QA \nFor access information visit the venue website \nAbout Lerna \nLerna Babikyan is a movement-based artist\, educator and writer who believes in the transformative power of dance and creativity. With a background in dance\, adult education and ecology\, her work explores the deep connections between identity\, memory and the natural world. \nThis session will take place in the theatre on the ground floor. \n@lerna_babikyan \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/dance-with-the-armenian-alphabet/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260323T011413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T112908Z
UID:8014-1778414400-1778418000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Stories from the Water with Marcus & Shakeel
DESCRIPTION:Bristol storytellers Marcus Fagon and Shakeel Delwar are joining forces for an hour of stories aboard Margaret the Ferry. Together they’ll blend storytelling traditions from across Africa\, Europe and South Asia. Expect humour\, mischief\, myth and a few quiet moments of reflection. \nPerfect for families and anyone who loves a good story. Board Margaret at the City Centre Landing Stage. Arrive by 11.50am to be sure you don’t miss the boat. \nABOUT MARCUS \nMarcus tells stories to connect people with community\, ancestry and soul. He sees traditional tales as ancestral responses to the big questions\, stretching back millennia\, and loves sharing them. Expect vibrant imagery\, playful sounds and joyful surprises.\n@marcus.fagon.storyteller \nABOUT SHAKEEL \nShakeel is a Bristol-based storyteller and cultural producer whose work blends South Asian mythology\, personal narrative and contemporary humour. Drawing on themes of identity\, migration and belonging\, his performances reimagine traditional stories in ways that feel playful\, relatable and rooted in everyday life.\n@shakeel_delwar
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/margaret-ferry-with-shakeel-and-marcus/
LOCATION:Bristol Ferrry City Centre Landing Stage\, BS1 4UZ
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260408T101956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T101956Z
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SUMMARY:Trinity Garden Party: 50 Years of Music
DESCRIPTION:This annual free music and arts festival celebrates 50 years of music at Trinity\, bringing together a mix of local artists\, bands and performers for a day of live music\, creativity and community spirit. As always\, the Garden Party is family-friendly\, with workshops and activities running throughout the day\, so everyone can get involved. \nDIASPORA! fun continues here with a Desi Futurism Workshop from Indian Man and a Flag Up Your Identity workshop\, led by artist Ruth Ramsay. \nFor access information please refer to the venue’s website. \nABOUT TRINITY \nFor five decades\, Trinity has been a grassroots venue dedicated to supporting artists\, preserving sound system culture and respecting the rich heritage of this incredible space. Join us as we celebrate this milestone together. \n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/trinity-garden-party-50-years-of-music/
LOCATION:Trinity Arts Centre\, BS2 0NW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260426T153511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T085615Z
UID:9821-1778418000-1778425200@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Afri Club X DIASPORA! Gathering + Community Flag Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a warm and welcoming gathering\, with music\, tea\, and cakes\, where you can connect with others\, get creative\, and take part in something meaningful that celebrates creativity\, diversity\, and community spirit. \nWhether you’re part of a community group\, attending on your own\, or coming with friends or family\, everyone is invited to join us in celebrating the diversity of our community in Weston-super-Mare. \nCommunity Flag Making Workshop: Contribute to creating a flag that reflects your identity\, story\, and community. All materials provided\, and support will be on hand from local artist Saifoulaye Diallo and Louise Hill Davies. Flags will feature in the Flag Carnival at the Arts & Health Festival (10–13 July). \nThis event is produced by Super Culture and supported by Without Walls as part of the DIASPORA! 26 Festival 1–10 May\, celebrating the cultural diversity of the arts across Bristol and the South West region\, produced by Diverse Artists Network.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/afri-club-x-diaspora-gathering-community-flag-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Grove Park Bandstand\, Grove Park Bandstand\, Grove Road\, Weston-super-Mare\, BS23 2AA
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Networking,Social,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260323T013532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T160319Z
UID:8024-1778421600-1778428800@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:DIASPORA! Closing Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join the Diverse Artists Network and friends for an afternoon of arts\, crafts and ritual\, to mark the closing of DIASPORA! 26. Come and connect to the spirit of the Avon through the power of making\, ceremony and song. \nThis event begins with an interactive workshop\, crafting items for an alter\, and ends with a dedicated song for the water – a gesture of gratitude\, love and respect for the river. Please feel free to wear or bring something blue to take part in the ceremony. \nThis ceremony marks the end of DIASPORA! 26\, but there’s more to enjoy throughout the evening. Check the full festival programme for details. Book your free place here.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/diaspora-closing-ceremony/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260323T153317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T150934Z
UID:7981-1778436000-1778446800@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Film & Food Night: Palestine Comedy Club @ The Pearl Exchange\, Bude
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a film and food night at The Pearl Exchange in Bude\, marking the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Week. \nThis event brings the community together to connect\, celebrate diverse and inclusive spaces\, and support positive mental health. \nGuests will share a Palestinian-inspired meal before watching Palestine Comedy Club\, a 2025 documentary following Palestinian comedians who use stand-up to express resilience and spirit amid rising conflict. \nOpen to all ages. For dietary requirements\, contact info@thepearlexchange.org.uk  \nCheck back soon for ticket link.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/film-food-night-palestine-comedy-club/
LOCATION:The Pearl Exchange\, EX23 8EQ
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T204500
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260408T093600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T161027Z
UID:9284-1778443200-1778445900@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Geo Baddoo @ Bristol Beacon
DESCRIPTION:Head to the Bristol Beacon for the final event of DIASPORA! 26\, as Soul/ R&B artist Geo Baddoo opens for Dur-Dur Band International. \nBook your tickets here. \nAge: 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult) \nABOUT GEO \nGeo Baddoo is a Somerset-raised\, London-based Soul/ R&B artist. Through soft\, expressive vocals\, organic grooves and universal storytelling\, she explores themes of self-discovery\, resilience\, spirituality and connection from a perspective that’s unmistakably her own. Praised by BBC 1Xtra\, COLORS\, VIBE and Notion\, who described her as ‘refreshingly unforced’\, Geo is emerging as a distinctive voice in UK Soul/ R&B\, earning Track of the Week on BBC 1Xtra and Artist of the Week on BBC Radio London.\n@geo.baddoo
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/geo-baddoo-bristol-beacon/
LOCATION:Bristol Beacon\, BS5 1AR
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T230000
DTSTAMP:20260503T151919
CREATED:20260319T193456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T124207Z
UID:7695-1778443200-1778454000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Dur-Dur Band International @ Bristol Beacon
DESCRIPTION:Dur-Dur Band International revive the joyful\, groove-driven sound of the legendary Somali group who helped define East Africa’s funk scene in the 1980s. \nFormed by original members including bassist Abdillahi Ujerry and featuring vocalist Fadumina Hilowle\, the London-based eight-piece celebrates the vibrant legacy of Somali funk with a repertoire of classic hits and new arrangements. \nToday\, the revived ensemble brings that infectious spirit back to the stage\, delivering irresistible rhythms and a powerful celebration of Somali musical heritage. \nBook your tickets now on the Bristol Beacon website. Support from Geo Baddoo. \nAge: 14+ (under 18s to be accompanied by an adult) \nFor access information visit the venue’s website. \nFeatured image by Rob Jones for hyphen.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/dur-dur-band-beacon/
LOCATION:Bristol Beacon\, BS5 1AR
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Performance
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