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SUMMARY:Dance Day at The Island Dance Space: Tashi Shabdro Tibetan Dance Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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. \nABOUT TENZIN \nTenzin Sangmo is a Bristol-based artist with a passion for sharing Tibetan culture with wider communities across the city and beyond. Tibet\, known as the roof of the world\, has a rich and unique cultural heritage that Tenzin is dedicated to keeping alive. She offers songs\, dances and workshops\, inviting people to embrace Tibetan culture as part of Britain’s diverse multicultural society. \nVenue: Dance Space\, The Island \nAges: 12+ \nWant to do more dancing? Join Medea and Penny later in the day for more dance workshops at Dance Space. \nThe Island Dance Studio is located on the first floor of the building. Access is limited by two flights of stairs – please see our full accessibility document.⁠ \n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/tashi-shabdro-tibetan-dance-workshop/
LOCATION:The Island Dance Studio\, First Floor\, Bridewell Street\, BS1 2QD
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Flag Up Your Identity - Easton Community Centre
DESCRIPTION: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. \nVisit the venue’s website for accessibility information. \nVenue: Easton Community Centre\, Kilburn St\, Easton\, Bristol BS5 6AW
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/flag-up-your-identity-2/
LOCATION:Easton Community Centre\, BS5 6AW
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Workshop
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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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SUMMARY:Dance Day at The Island Dance Space: Try Persian Dance & Have Fun
DESCRIPTION: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 art form. \nABOUT MEDEA \nMedea Mahdavi is a UK-based\, Iranian solo dancer\, choreographer and promoter of Iranian dance. In her dance theatre work she collaborates with a range of artists including musicians\, poets\, filmmakers sculptors. Medea was born in Iran and moved to England as a teenager. \nWant to do more dancing? Join Tenzin and Penny and for more dance workshops at Dance Space. \nVenue: Dance Space\, The Island\, BS1 2BE \nAge: 12+ \nThe Island Dance Studio is located on the first floor of the building. Access is limited by two flights of stairs – please see our full accessibility document.⁠ \n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/try-persian-dance-have-fun/
LOCATION:Dance Space\, Dance Space\, The Island\, BS1 2QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Dance Day at The Island Dance Space: Freedom Soul Dance
DESCRIPTION: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. \nABOUT PENNY \nPenny Marie is a Bristol-based dance practitioner with 30 years’ experience in teaching and performing\, bringing a wealth of knowledge in movement and the dancing body. Her classes\, Freedom Soul Dance\, are crafted for all abilities\, combining West African\, Afrobeat\, freestyle and contemporary dance to bring pure joy and self expression through movement. \n@freedom_soul_dance \nWant to do more dancing? Join Medea and Tenzin for more dance workshops at Dance Space. \nThe Island Dance Studio is located on the first floor of the building. Access is limited by two flights of stairs – please see our full accessibility document.⁠
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/freedom-soul-dance/
LOCATION:The Island Dance Studio\, First Floor\, Bridewell Street\, BS1 2QD
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Daluka Circle: Sudanese Women's Rhythms
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin this interactive circle of drumming\, clapping and movement to experience the rhythmic heart of Sudanese female heritage. No experience needed\, just come ready to feel the rhythm. \nABOUT SUDAFEST CIC \nSudafest CIC is a Sudanese-led community arts organisation\, working primarily with the Sudanese diaspora in the South West of England. Through workshops\, festivals and creative programmes\, they create spaces where culture\, storytelling and artistic expression support connection\, wellbeing and belonging. Over the past seven years\, Sudafest have delivered weekly workshops\, youth theatre\, exhibitions and the annual Sudafest festival. They also lead the Bath Refugee Festival\, bringing together diverse refugee communities to celebrate culture\, foster dialogue and build stronger connections across the city. \nVenue: Faithspace Community\, BS1 6PB\nAge: 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult) \nFor access information refer to venue’s website. \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/daluka-circle-sudanese-womens-rhythms/
LOCATION:Faithspace Community Redcliffe\, BS1 6PB
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Workshop
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