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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
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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 happiness, social connection and friendship. ABOUT TENZIN Tenzin Sangmo is a Bristol-based artist with a passion for sharing Tibetan culture with wider communities across the… Continue Reading Dance Day at The Island Dance Space: Tashi Shabdro Tibetan Dance Workshop
£3 – £15
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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 they see it. Led by textile artist Ruth Ramsay. Visit the venue’s website for accessibility information. Venue: Easton Community Centre, Kilburn St, Easton, Bristol BS5 6AW… Continue Reading Flag Up Your Identity – Easton Community Centre
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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
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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 a supportive setting. Whether you are a beginner or have some experience, come along to learn the steps and enjoy the music of this cultural… Continue Reading Dance Day at The Island Dance Space: Try Persian Dance & Have Fun
£3 – £15
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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 the confidence to dance in your own way while learning choreography suitable for all levels. ABOUT PENNY Penny Marie is a Bristol-based dance practitioner with… Continue Reading Dance Day at The Island Dance Space: Freedom Soul Dance
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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 Sudan. Join this interactive circle of drumming, clapping and movement to experience the rhythmic heart of Sudanese female heritage. No experience needed, just come ready… Continue Reading Daluka Circle: Sudanese Women’s Rhythms
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This workshop introduces the origins and techniques of Fusion Bellydance, offering a relaxed approach to its distinctive movements. Participants will learn key steps to build a collective phrase, focusing on building a sense of community through dance. There is no requirement to show your midriff; however, wearing a hip scarf is encouraged. This session is… Continue Reading Bridging Resistance with Fusion Bellydance
£3 – £15
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In this workshop, artist, singer and dancer Batch Gueye leads you through traditional griot songs from West Africa. Drawing from the musical heritage of Senegal, Casamance, The Gambia and Mali, you’ll explore the spiritual chants of the Senegalese Baye Fall people and learn songs associated with their leader. Singing becomes a form of prayer, teaching… Continue Reading West African Singing Workshop with Batch Gueye
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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. Anna, from South West Dance Theatre, will lead dance activities based in ballet, commercial, and contemporary styles to help participants explore the qualities of… Continue Reading Dancing & Drawing with Sachin & Anna
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‘What we cannot imagine cannot come into being’ – bell hooks Join 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… Continue Reading Collective Dreaming for the Future with Many Minds
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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. Makaani 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… Continue Reading Makaani Arts Hosts: Spirit of SWANA
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The Great Oak Tree Hub invites you to a fun and friendly sewing craft day. Come along and learn how to make your own small tote bag to take home. This session is perfect for beginners, experienced sewers, or anyone interested in learning a new skill. Email thegreatoaktreehub25@gmail.com to book your place. The Great Oak… Continue Reading Sewing Craft Day: Make Your Own Tote Bag
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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. Featured image: Levi Meir Clancy. ABOUT TABAN Taban Yasin is an actress, writer, filmmaker and dancer who began her artistic career… Continue Reading Kurdish Diaspora: Talks, Film & Music
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Across Bristol, Global Majority communities are already engaging in environmental work in many different ways – through community organising, food growing, cultural practice, land stewardship, wellbeing and care. However, much of this work remains unseen, disconnected and largely excluded from how climate action is shaped in the city. This gathering creates a space to bring… Continue Reading Global Majority Environment Gathering
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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. DIASPORA!… Continue Reading Trinity Garden Party: 50 Years of Music
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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. Whether you’re part of a community group, attending on your own, or coming with friends or family, everyone is invited to… Continue Reading Afri Club X DIASPORA! Gathering + Community Flag Making Workshop
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