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. The 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… Continue Reading DIASPORA! at Shambala Festival
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. In the kids’ area, the Diverse Artists Network — a development agency championing diversity, cultural competency, and representation in the arts — will… Continue Reading Kids Area at FORWARDS
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. This will be the most significant institutional presentation of Lai’s work to date. Lai’s sculptures combine everyday objects with his own… Continue Reading RAIN/RUIN by Phillip Lai
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. Jason Wesaw is a multi-disciplinary artist, educator, and peacemaker. He is an enrolled member of the… Continue Reading Returning by Jason Wesaw
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 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… 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 of resistance, the exhibition traces how memory, culture, and activism intertwine to shape identity across borders. Curated by Emma Allen. Woven Narratives and Batik Flag… 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 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… Continue Reading Spike Island Open Studios
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. Facilitated… Continue Reading Meditate & Create
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 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… 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 Bamford and Vandna Mehta, DAN acts as a bridge between artists, venues and audiences across the South West. Experience this vibrant collection from talented regional… Continue Reading Out of Many: The Diverse Artists Network Exhibition
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… Continue Reading Steel & Beats
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, 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… Continue Reading Azumei DJ Set
