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SUMMARY:Kurdish Diaspora: Talks\, Film & Music
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of conversation\, short film and live music exploring the Kurdish situation in the Middle East. Led by artist Taban Yasin and friends\, this is a free\, informal drop-in session. \nFeatured image: Levi Meir Clancy. \nABOUT TABAN\nTaban Yasin is an actress\, writer\, filmmaker and dancer who began her artistic career in Kurdistan in 1996. She has been based in Bristol since 2006\, where she has continued to develop her practice.\n@taban.yasin_ \nVenue: Arnolfini Arts\, BS1 4QA \nAge: 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/kurdish-diaspora-talks-film-and-music/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T220000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T181030Z
CREATED:20260324T063621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T181030Z
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SUMMARY:Giulia with a G
DESCRIPTION:A genre-spanning set to keep you moving and grooving with our very own Giulia with a G. Expect percussive and melodic house and techno from around the world and everything in between. No need to book\, just turn up. \nABOUT GIULIA \nBorn of Italian and Romanian heritage and raised across Europe and the US\, Giulia with a G brings a truly international ear to the decks. Brought up listening to music from around the world\, she has a deep belief in music’s power to bring communities together. Having just learned to DJ in 2025\, she is passionate about sharing her love of music and keeping dancefloors alive. \n@giulia.bernacchi
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/giulia-with-a-g/
LOCATION:The Pipe and Slippers\, 118 Cheltenham Rd\, Montpelier\, Bristol\, BS6 5RW
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T223000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154036Z
CREATED:20260422T134634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T154036Z
UID:9757-1778185800-1778193000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Priscilla Andersohn
DESCRIPTION:Priscilla Andersohn is a singer/ songwriter rooted in the London/ Bristol scene. She crafts atmospheric alternative pop built on live instrumentation and emotional depth. Performing with bass\, guitar and percussion\, her music unfolds slowly and expansively\, blending rhythm and texture into an immersive live experience. \nPriscilla’s sound is moody\, spacious and quietly powerful\, drawing audiences into a world that feels both intimate and cinematic. Music that invites listeners to feel rather than just hear\, shaped by collaborations and inspirations from across the globe.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/priscilla-andersohn/
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T230000
DTSTAMP:20260417T095700Z
CREATED:20260319T191951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T095700Z
UID:7674-1778182200-1778194800@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Ego Ella May
DESCRIPTION:Drawing from an expansive palette of R&B\, neo soul\, contemporary jazz and poetic songwriting\, British-Nigerian award-winning singer-songwriter and musician Ego Ella May is creating music that resonates deeply across generations and cultures. Her work is united by her profound reverence for jazz – for Ego\, it’s ‘the root of it all’ – and a fearless commitment to emotional truth. \nHer genre-defying sound has cemented her as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary music. Book now.\n@egoellamay \nFor ages 18+ \nFor access information refer to the Jam Jar website. Please note there is no wheelchair access. 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/ego-ella-may-jam-jar/
LOCATION:The Jam Jar\, Little Ann St\, Bristol\, BS2 9EB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T121419Z
CREATED:20260306T124704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T121419Z
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SUMMARY:Un|Earthed - Of Mothers\, Grandmothers & Freedom
DESCRIPTION:Colonial history has wiped many stories off the map. \nIn this one-woman show\, Inez Aponte follows a fragile thread back in time to meet the mothers\, grandmothers and great grandmothers that carried her family to safety and freedom. Mixing tales from Surinam’s oral tradition with family history\, she explores themes of home\, rootedness and belonging. \nMeet an old crone\, shape-shifting animals\, brave friends and magical babies who speak from their mother’s womb. This is a show about finding your name and keeping your name. It is about people enslaved for gold and freed by gold. It is about being Un|Earthed. Book your tickets here. \nVenue: Ashburton Arts Centre\, TQ13 7DT \nAge: 14+ \nCONTENT: This performance contains descriptions of\, or references to\, colonial and domestic violence contextualised within historic\, personal and mythic narrative. \nwww.unearthedshow.com \n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/unearthed-of-mothers-grandmothers-and-freedom/
LOCATION:Ashburton Arts Centre\, TQ13 7DT
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T201500
DTSTAMP:20260414T141435Z
CREATED:20260319T183943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T141435Z
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SUMMARY:DIASPORA! on Screen
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by film blogger and critic Oreoluwa Ige (Binge God)\, this session features a selection of films from Inaz Hussain (Belong)\, Louise Ndibwirende (Rice at Home) and Jessica Olivia Neill (Green Hills). Each work explores themes of identity\, home and belonging\, and what that means to people with a history of migration. After the screenings\, Ore will chair a brief Q&A with the creators. Book your tickets here. \nVenue: Watershed \nAge: 12+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult) \nABOUT OREOLUWA\nOreoluwa Ige is a Bristol-based film critic and blogger with a developing specialism in independent film from filmmakers of marginalised backgrounds across the South West and UK. He regularly shares reviews and hosts events\, and brings that curatorial eye to his role as host for this session.\n@iambingegod \n\nABOUT INAZ\nInaz Hussain is a multifaceted Bangladeshi artist born in Bristol working across film\, photography and documentary. His work highlights stories spanning social justice\, mental health\, identity and community\, with a focus on building connections across backgrounds and generations.\n@inazproductions \n\nABOUT LOUISE\nLouise Ndibwirende is a TEDx and keynote speaker\, multi-award winning equality specialist and documentary director who has spent over a decade driving culture transformation across sectors. Her films Speak Little One and Rice at Home bring authentic stories of lived experience to the screen.\n@/louise__nm_ \n\nABOUT JESSICA\nJessica Olivia Neill is a Bristol-based writer and creative. She has written\, produced and directed two independent\, crowd-funded films: The Escape\, in honour of the memory of her father\, the late Jamaican magician Bunny Neill\, and Green Hills\, about returning with her brother to their childhood home in Jamaica.\n@jessolivianeill
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/diaspora-on-screen/
LOCATION:Watershed\, 1 Canons Road\, Bristol\, BS1 5TX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T104808Z
CREATED:20260319T192227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T104808Z
UID:7678-1777926600-1777932000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Hazed Date
DESCRIPTION:Formed in 2025 by singer-songwriter Yiran Liu\, Hazed Date is a Bristol-based five-piece emerging from the city’s vibrant Queer POC community. Their sound is a compelling blend of heavy\, distorted textures and delicate indie-rock lyricism\, exploring themes of sapphic yearning and the search for sanctuary. \nABOUT YIRAN \nAs a first-generation immigrant and queer woman\, Yiran draws on the complexities of identity and belonging to craft a rich\, atmospheric live experience. Expect a versatile set that balances the romantic pull of small-town life with the raw energy of modern grunge. \n@soundofyiran
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/hazed-date/
LOCATION:The Canteen\, BS1 3QY
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T165729Z
CREATED:20260320T080055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T165729Z
UID:7470-1777899600-1777928400@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Makaani Arts Hosts: Spirit of SWANA
DESCRIPTION:Makaani Arts is a new collective aiming to champion and showcase music and cultural crafts from the Southwest Asian and North African (SWANA) diaspora\, spanning from Morocco to Pakistan.  \nMakaani means ‘my place’ in Arabic. Or\, ‘I belong here’. Makaani Arts are inviting performers and practitioners with shared regional heritage to celebrate their art. Bridging cultures in a day of family-friendly community joy. \nExpect dance workshops\, live music\, film\, food and DJs. In collaboration with Chalguh Chengi\, Vilk Collective and the Diverse Artists Network.  \nSuitable for all ages. \nVenue: Trinity Community Arts\, BS2 0NW \n\nFEATURING \nChalguh Chengi\, meaning the spirit of live music and dance in Turkish\, is a collective of artists who celebrate the deep-rooted folk music and dance of Anatolia and the Mediterranean. Showcasing the inherent diversity and fluidity of the region\, this group brings live performance and fun\, interactive family workshops. \nVilk Collective is a musical collaboration between Roxana Vilk and Peter Vilk\, whose work is rooted in migration\, memory and collective voice. With heritage spanning Iran\, the former Czechoslovakia\, and the UK\, their music weaves Persian folk\, jazz\, dub and funk into a unique global sound.\n \n@makaaniarts | @chalguhchengi | @vilkcollective \n\nEVENT PROGRAMME \n1pm: Doors open\n1:15pm: Anatolian family song & dance workshops (Chalguh Chengi)\n2:15pm: Anatolian adult song & dance workshops (Chalguh Chengi)\n2:30pm: Taste of SWANA + DJ’s\n4pm: Ayse Roza (Live)\n5pm: Özcan Ateş (Live)\n6pm: Vilk Collective (Live)\n7pm: Dunya (DJ Set)\n7:45pm: Short films from Iran\, by Vilk Collective + Q&A\n9pm: Finish \n  \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/makaani/
LOCATION:Trinity Arts Centre\, BS2 0NW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Performance,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T143852Z
CREATED:20260401T173008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T143852Z
UID:8685-1777896000-1777903200@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Collective Dreaming for the Future with Many Minds
DESCRIPTION:‘What we cannot imagine cannot come into being’ – bell hooks\nJoin mental health and performance charity Many Minds for an interactive and inclusive workshop inviting you to dream with others\, of the future we are longing for in a collective act of imagination\, care and resistance. Centring people’s experience of culture and identity\, we’ll use creative exercises to dream boldly about what culture could become. \nIf you are a culture vulture\, engaged in the earth/ climate crisis\, love Afrofuturism\, have a strong sense of justice\, reparation\, community OR really struggle to think beyond today then this workshop is for you! If you enjoy the session you are welcome to join Many Minds for 6–8 weeks every Tuesday evening as they work towards a performance around these themes that they’ll present at the end of June. \nIf you have any questions about the workshop or access needs you would like to discuss please contact tom@many-minds.org. \nThis workshop is part of Compass Presents‘ Love Letter to Broadmead project. Get your tickets here. \nABOUT MANY MINDS\nMany Minds is a mental health and performance charity empowering people with experience of mental ill-health to realise their full potential through creativity and performance. They work to increase access to and participation in the arts\, while promoting equality\, connection and understanding in the wider public. \nIG: @manyminds_arts
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/love-letter-to-broadmead-collective-dreaming-imagining-futures-together/
LOCATION:The Galleries\, Broadmead\, BS1 3XD
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T093116Z
CREATED:20260320T080051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T093116Z
UID:7467-1777888800-1777896000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Dancing & Drawing with Sachin & Anna
DESCRIPTION:Come dance and draw with dancers with Sachin and Anna. This session is a special for DIASPORA!\, offering festival-goers the chance to dance and draw live performers in a collaborative setting. \nAnna\, from South West Dance Theatre\, will lead dance activities based in ballet\, commercial\, and contemporary styles to help participants explore the qualities of movement. Sachin will then guide the group in capturing these motions on paper using a range of artistic techniques. Participants are welcome to take turns dancing\, drawing\, or being drawn as much or as little as they like. \nVenue: The Island Gallery\, Bristol\, BS1 2QD \nThe Island Gallery is located on the first floor of the building. Access is limited by two flights of stairs – please see our full accessibility document.⁠ \nABOUT SACHIN \nSachin Babbar is a dance and visual artist known for creating captivating live paintings and drawings of dancers in motion. Inspired by Japanese art\, Sachin’s work beautifully captures the fluidity and grace of the human form\, bringing a unique blend of tradition and contemporary artistry to life.\n@sachinbabbar \nABOUT ANNA \nAnna Davis is a dance performer\, choreographer and teacher who co-founded South West Dance Theatre in 2010. Classically trained\, Anna has been bringing the joy and eloquence of dance to audiences and participants for decades\, delighting in mixing dance styles to eke out different qualities of movement.\n@southwestdancetheatre \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/dancing-drawing-with-sachin-anna/
LOCATION:The Island Gallery\, First Floor\, Bridewell Street\, Bristol\, BS1 2QD
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T133000
DTSTAMP:20260401T143624Z
CREATED:20260401T143458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T143624Z
UID:8665-1777815000-1777815000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Bristol Folk Festival: Amadou Diagne
DESCRIPTION:Amadou Diagne has centuries of West African Music at his fingertips. A former member of The National Orchestra of Senegal\, Amadou rose to become one of the top West African Stars and a busy musician on the vibrant Dakar music scene. \nThis event is part of Bristol Folk Bristol at St George’s Bristol. Get your tickets here. \nAge: 14+
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/bristol-folk-festival-amadou-diagne/
LOCATION:St George Community Centre\, Church Rd\, Bristol\, BS5 8AA
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T133000
DTSTAMP:20260401T143600Z
CREATED:20260401T142940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T143600Z
UID:8659-1777815000-1777815000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Bristol Folk Festival: Vulva Voce
DESCRIPTION:Vulva Voce re-write the ‘string quartet’ as we know it. Taking influence from folk\, jazz\, classical\, techno and funk\, they create original music which honours women’s stories throughout history \nA must-watch collective\, alongside their string instruments\, Vulva Voce use singing\, movement and anecdotes to connect with audiences. The result is a genre-defying\, universally appealing live show that brings people together though music\, stories and good grooves. \nArtists on the rise\, Vulva Voce have gained recognition with BBC Radio 3\, the GRAMMYs website and Clash Magazine. They have already performed at Glastonbury Festival\, SXSW Texas\, WOMEX and the Bridgewater Hall. \nThis event is part of Bristol Folk Bristol at St George’s Bristol. Get your tickets here. \nAge: 14+
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/bristol-folk-festival-vulva-voce/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, BS1 5RR
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T220000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T181149Z
CREATED:20260320T070027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T181149Z
UID:7583-1777759200-1777759200@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Azumei DJ Set
DESCRIPTION:An eclectic DJ set\, mixing genres from the Caribbean\, UK\, South Africa and Brazil. No need to book\, just turn up. \nAbout Azumei \nAzumei is a Bristol-based DJ and producer\, and co-founder of the women-led label Bad B!tch Dubz. Following a debut UK tour and appearances at Glastonbury and Love Saves the Day\, she’s firmly cemented her place on the UK circuit. \nHer sets are rooted in club cultures from across the Black Atlantic\, having supported the likes of BABY J\, Lady Shaka\, Douvelle19 and Novelist. Weaving together footwork\, amapiano\, jersey club and funky\, Azumei creates a seamless bridge between diverse musical scenes from across the globe. \n@badbitchdubz\n@ta3min
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/azumei-dj-set-pipe/
LOCATION:The Pipe and Slippers\, 118 Cheltenham Rd\, Montpelier\, Bristol\, BS6 5RW
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T085614Z
CREATED:20260402T151004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T085614Z
UID:8750-1777730400-1777735800@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Steel & Beats
DESCRIPTION: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 tune as an ensemble. No experience needed\, just turn up. This event is part of Jam on the Horizon\, 15 hours of music from around the world\, across five local venues. \nThe workshop will take place inside The Jam Jar. \nAddress: Unit 4a\, The Jam Jar\, The Old Malt House\, Little Ann St\, St Jude’s\, Bristol BS2 9EB \n\nAccessibility: https://www.thejamjarbristol.com/accessibility\n\nABOUT ALPHONSE \nAlphonse Daudet Touna is an experienced music workshop leader\, performer and founder of several world music groups including Helele Band and AfCa Vibe steel drum band. His workshops span steel drum\, guitar\, keyboard\, Balafon\, African drumming and choir singing\, delivered across educational and community settings. As a solo artist he blends acoustic Balafon\, steel drum and guitar with a repertoire of global songs\, with the aim of inspiring creativity\, cultural connection and joy through music.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/steel-beats/
LOCATION:The Jam Jar\, Little Ann St\, Bristol\, BS2 9EB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T180000
DTSTAMP:20260415T134204Z
CREATED:20260319T191546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T134204Z
UID:7578-1777719600-1785088800@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
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:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T100132Z
CREATED:20260327T154004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T100132Z
UID:8494-1777716000-1777737600@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Circus in St Pauls
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe Circomedia team will be filling the square outside their St. Paul’s Church venue with joy and creativity. From participatory circus and performance workshops and shows\, to Caribbean food\, music and more – everyone is welcome to come along\, take part and enjoy the lively\, celebratory atmosphere. \nCircus in St. Paul’s is presented as part of DIASPORA! The day will be led by\, with and for people from Bristol’s wider diaspora community.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/circomedia-celebration/
LOCATION:Portland Square\, St Pauls\, Bristol
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T144015Z
CREATED:20260416T143012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T144015Z
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SUMMARY:Meditate & Create
DESCRIPTION:Explore safety\, support and grounding within your mind and body in this workshop embodying the earth element through creative visualisation. Over 2 hours\, you’ll be guided through embodied movement\, meditation\, pastel creation and reflective journaling\, and take home your own canvas picture. No experience needed. Tea\, mats and materials provided. Book your tickets here. \nFacilitated by Jazuela\, play therapist\, yoga practitioner and psychologist. \nVenue: The Greenhouse\, BS3 4NA (visit the venue’s website for access information)\nAge: 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult) \nABOUT JAZUELA\nJazuela is a yoga teacher and therapist specialising in therapeutic yoga and play therapy for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a BSc in Psychology\, an MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis and a postgraduate diploma in play therapy (PTUK)\, she brings a grounded\, evidence-informed approach to her work.\n@soleilsalutations
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/meditate-create/
LOCATION:The Greenhouse\, BS3 4NA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144530Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T144530Z
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SUMMARY:Spike Island Open Studios
DESCRIPTION: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 includes events\, performances and workshops for you to test your own creative skills and experience artists’ ideas first-hand. In Spike Island’s galleries\, discover major exhibitions of contemporary art by international and South West-based artists. Free\, open to all. \nFor accessibility information refer to the venue’s website.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/spike-island-open-studio/
LOCATION:Spike Island\, Spike Island 133 Cumberland Road\, Bristol\, BS1 6UX
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T131347Z
CREATED:20260422T131104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T131347Z
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SUMMARY:Voices of the Diaspora
DESCRIPTION: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 of resistance\, the exhibition traces how memory\, culture\, and activism intertwine to shape identity across borders. Curated by Emma Allen.\n\nWoven Narratives and Batik Flag making\, drop-in workshops daily\, 12-3 pm.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/voices-of-the-diaspora/
LOCATION:The Island Gallery\, First Floor\, Bridewell Street\, Bristol\, BS1 2QD
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T230000
DTSTAMP:20260414T102227Z
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:20260313T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T103107Z
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:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260324T064919Z
CREATED:20260320T070044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T064919Z
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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:20250823T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250824T235959
DTSTAMP:20250812T151943Z
CREATED:20250812T151943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T151943Z
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SUMMARY:Kids Area at FORWARDS
DESCRIPTION:FORWARDS has a dedicated kids area\, featuring immersive shows and exciting workshops\, theatre\, ball pool\, skate ramp\, arts & crafts\, music\, plus much more – there is something for the whole family. \nIn the kids’ area\, the Diverse Artists Network — a development agency championing diversity\, cultural competency\, and representation in the arts — will present a vibrant programme of hands-on workshops celebrating creativity\, culture\, and community. From midday to early evening\, young participants can explore activities led by talented local and international artists: creative crafts with Ruth Ramsay & Karen Chard\, spoken word with Solomon OB\, magical storytelling with mermaid Carol Sherman\, the joyful rhythms of steelpan with Alphonse Daudet Touna\, energetic drumming with AFIDANCE\, and dances from across the African diaspora with Penny Marie. These sessions are designed to spark imagination\, build confidence\, and introduce children to a rich spectrum of artistic traditions\, reflecting the network’s mission to connect and empower diverse voices in the arts.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/kids-area-at-forwards/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250821T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250824T235959
DTSTAMP:20260128T154334Z
CREATED:20250805T125111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T154334Z
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SUMMARY:DIASPORA! at Shambala Festival
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to be presenting DIASPORA! – a vibrant series of music and voice workshops celebrating global harmony\, rhythm\, and cultural connection at Shambala Festival.\n\n\n\nThe Harmony Yurt will offer soulful choral traditions from around the world\, while the Melody Yurt will bring the beat with ancient percussion\, Kora\, Balafon\, and Djembe drumming. With 12 dynamic sessions—from Balkan singing to Afro-Colombian rhythms\, beatboxing to sea shanties—DIASPORA! invites all to explore the powerful language of music. At DAN\, we celebrate diversity in the arts\, connecting creatives across Bristol\, the South West\, and beyond.\n\n\n\nWe hope you join us for some singing\, drumming\, and get to shine with us—it’s all about love!\n\n\n\nYou can view the full programme at www.shambalafestival.org/2025/venue/diasporas/
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/diaspora-at-shambala-festival/
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250719T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250720T210000
DTSTAMP:20250709T102447Z
CREATED:20250709T102421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T102447Z
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SUMMARY:Expression Stage at Bristol Harbour Festival
DESCRIPTION:A groundbreaking day of activism\, artistry and identity to take over Millennium Square – presented by Good Law Project\, Diverse Artists Network and Bristol Legacy Foundation \nThe 2025 edition of the Bristol Harbour Festival is set to deliver its most powerful programme to date\, as the Expression Stage at Millennium Square returns on Sunday 20th July with a line-up that blends activism\, urgent social commentary and cultural expression. Curated in collaboration with Good Law Project as well as Diverse Artists Network and Bristol Legacy Foundation\, the Expression Stage will feature major national names. Festival goers can expect to see presenter and campaigner Carol Vorderman and award-winning trans activist Ella Morgan alongside a host of emerging talents and community voices from across the South West. \n“Bristol Harbour Festival is one of the UK’s biggest free festivals – and bringing such powerful names to the Expression Stage reflects Bristol’s commitment to celebrating diversity of thought and voice.” said Leader of Bristol City Council\, Tony Dyer. “Highlighting these issues on such a huge platform in Bristol is exactly what we need to be doing. It’s about openness\, access and truth – all free to the public because our city believes in lifting these conversations up.” \nThe landmark partnership with Good Law Project will programme talks\, discussions and panels featuring Ella Morgan\, the first trans bride on Married at First Sight UK\, who will share the stage alongside Jo Maugham KC – barrister\, campaigner and founder of Good Law Project: a not-for-profit organisation that uses the law to protect the interests of the public. Their conversation will spotlight the trans experience in public life\, the media and society at large\, promising both vulnerability and empowerment. \n“At Good Law Project\, we believe in the power of lived experience to drive meaningful change. The Expression Stage is not just a platform – it’s a powerful amplifier for voices too often excluded from national conversations.” Jo Maugham\, Founder and Director at Good Law Project said. “To speak openly about injustice\, identity and systemic inequality in a space as public and vibrant as the Bristol Harbour Festival is both radical and necessary. This is about bringing real issues to mass audiences through the energy of culture and the authenticity of community.” \nIn the evening\, the stage turns to political accountability with an unmissable panel featuring broadcaster and activist Carol Vorderman\, Good Law Project founder Jo Maugham and green energy pioneer Dale Vince. Their session\, titled “A Year of Holding Power to Account\,” will reflect on political integrity\, grassroots influence and the fight for democratic fairness. \nElsewhere in the programme and kicking off Sunday at 11:00am\, the Bristol Legacy Foundation (BLF) will host a powerful workshop session featuring actor and singer Michelle Gayle\, exploring what it means to be an effective ally in today’s social landscape. This powerful session will explore the true meaning of allyship through the lens of anti-racism\, abolition and reparatory justice\, featuring contributions from BLF Chair Asher Craig and international campaigner Nils Agger. Drawing on lived experience and practical frameworks\, the discussion will challenge audiences to reflect on what it truly means to stand up\, speak out\, and build equitable partnerships that go beyond performative gestures.  \nThis will be followed by a Spoken Word showcase presented by the Diverse Artists Network centered around the theme of DIASPORA!. Beginning with an introduction by drama facilitator and curator Hiba Elhindi\, the spoken word session includes appearances from youth advocate Dayton Powell\, genre-fluid rapper Gracie Akinkunmi and singer\, songwriter and poetic performer Nia Bimkubwa\, and continues with a mix of emerging and established voices presenting work rooted in identity\, resilience and community. \nVandna Mehta Co Founder at Diverse Artists Network\, said: “The Expression Stage is a reminder that festivals aren’t just about entertainment – they’re about connection\, culture and community. This line-up reflects the beauty and strength of Bristol’s diverse creative talent. We’re proud to work with artists who bring lived experience to the forefront\, using spoken word\, music and performance to ignite empathy and action\, enabling diverse artists to be seen\, heard and be paid!” \nThe afternoon will shift focus to climate justice with a workshop on water pollution led by Jo Bateman\, a wild swimmer and right-to-swim campaigner taking legal action against South West Water\, and Katrina McDonnell\, gender equality activist and founder of Menstruation Matters. This is followed by a panel on protest rights featuring Gaie Delap\, a retired teacher and climate activist imprisoned for her role in a Just Stop Oil blockade\, Raj Chada\, a leading criminal lawyer specialising in protest defence and Blue\, a trans kids activist tackling transphobia from the Government and Media. These sessions aim to equip audiences with both the legal knowledge and emotional fuel to engage with today’s most pressing political issues. \nThe evening will come to a close with the Diverse Artists Network returning with a finale of spoken word performances by multidisciplinary artist Roxanna Vilk\, electric hip hop poet Blaise Penny Kirkwood (iAM13E) and British/Chilean illustrator and writer Valentina Huxley\, bringing the programme to an emotional and artistic crescendo. \nWith themes spanning environmental justice\, gender identity\, political transparency and creative resilience\, the Expression Stage at Millennium Square positions itself not just as a platform for performance\, but as a vital civic space. It invites audiences to listen\, reflect and participate in conversations shaping our collective future. \nFor more information and updates on Bristol Harbour Festival\, head to the website and follow the event on Facebook and Instagram. 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/expression-stage-bristol-harbour-festival/
LOCATION:Millennium Square\, Explore Ln\, Bristol\, BS1 5SZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250710T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250713T000000
DTSTAMP:20250709T161222Z
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SUMMARY:Take Five: Weston Arts + Health Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Now in its sixth year\, the Take Five: Weston Arts + Health Festival celebrates creativity and wellbeing across Weston-super-Mare. This year highlights the importance of lifelong learning\, inspired by the Five Ways to Wellbeing. A key feature is its partnership with Race Equality North Somerset and that we\, Diverse Artists Network\, are supporting the Many Cultures\, One Community campaign! \nThrough this collaboration\, the festival presents events that amplify diverse voices and artistic expression. With activities spanning community spaces and the hospital\, it culminates in a joyful beach weekend. The festival invites all to explore\, learn\, and connect through art. Some events require booking.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/take-five-weston-arts-health-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Weston-super-Mare\, BS23
CATEGORIES:Festival
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