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SUMMARY:Family Fun Day at The Ranch Adventure Playground
DESCRIPTION:Head to the Ranch Adventure Playground in Southmead for a day of family fun. \nTextile artist Ruth Ramsay will be there\, running a Flag Up Your Identity workshop. Make a colourful flag that shows the world who you are. \nPuppet Afro-Leana has flown in from Jamaica especially for this event. Come and dance with this larger-than-life-sized legend. \nDJ and producer Indian Man will be running a DJ workshop. Learn about Desi Futurism and how to use the decks. \nJamaican choir Tan Teddy bring you sounds from the Caribbean islands. \nFor all ages.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/family-fun-day-at-the-ranch-adventure-playground/
LOCATION:The Ranch\, Greenway Centre\, Bristol\, BS10 5PY
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T133000
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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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T133000
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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:20260503T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260324T053308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T105301Z
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SUMMARY:West African Singing Workshop with Batch Gueye
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSinging becomes a form of prayer\, teaching kindness\, presence and understanding. Open to everyone\, the workshop invites you to harmonise\, explore your voice and tune into what you carry within. \nBaye Fall is a Senegalese Mouride collective. Their role is to encourage and unite people\, listen with compassion\, work with devotion and remain humble. They often hold chanting ceremonies and feed their community. \nPlease note: participants are asked to wear modest clothing covering shoulders and legs. Please bring a scarf or something to cover your hair\, as is traditional for these ceremonies. \nVenue: The Harbour Totterdown\, BS4 2EG \nAge: 18+ \n\nABOUT BATCH \nBatch Gueye sings the traditional music of the Senegalese Baye Fall\, bringing the heart of West Africa to life through his soulful voice. In 2012 his song M’Beugel won the World Music Network’s Battle of the Bands with a landslide public vote. \nSince then\, Batch has released five albums\, each drawing on the stories\, rhythms and heritage passed down through generations. His work spans traditional Griot and Mandinka music\, Wolof storytelling\, afrobeat and afrodance\, and rich collaborations blending West African\, flamenco\, AfroCuban and Latin sounds. \n@batch_gueyeofficial
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/west-african-singing-workshop-with-batch-gueye/
LOCATION:The Harbour Totterdown\, BS4 2EG
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260319T182847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T142136Z
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SUMMARY:Live Bristol: DIASPORA! 26 special
DESCRIPTION:Live Bristol is a monthly mixed-genre music platform dedicated to uplifting emerging artists and strengthening the grassroots scene. Rooted in equality and representation\, each event creates a space for diverse voices to be heard through the shared power of live performance. \nThis session is a special for DIASPORA! We are bringing our community together to amplify grassroots talent and celebrate the rich cultural heritage within our city. Join us for a showcase built on connection and inclusion\, providing a pathway for artists to develop their craft and for audiences to discover the vibrant sounds and stories of the diaspora. \nFeaturing performance poet\, Doreen Baidoo\, comedians Cosmopolitan Seychellois and Julius Abraham\, spoken word artist and MC\, iAM13E\, multidisciplinary artist\, Trees with Roots\, and many more. No need to book\, just show up. \nAge: all ages (and dogs) welcome until 9pm \nABOUT DOREEN\nConceived in Jamaica\, raised in London and shaped by time in Ghana\, Corsica and Bristol\, Doreen Baidoo has always written poetry. She began sharing her work in her mid-40s after joining The Bristol Black Writers Group. \nABOUT COSMOPOLITAN SEYCHELLOIS\nCosmopolitan Seychellois is a comedian whose material draws on her Seychellois identity\, essential oils and the trials and tribulations of everyday life. Her comedy is rooted in real experience and delivered without offensive language. \nABOUT JULIUS\nJulius Abraham is an animated\, misdirectional stand-up comic with a love of puns\, repetitive jokes and acting out sketches on stage. His set draws on his heritage\, upbringing and life. \nABOUT iAM13E\niAM13E is a spoken word artist\, MC and somatic wellbeing practitioner working at the intersection of creative expression\, nervous system regulation and embodied performance. \nABOUT TREES WITH ROOTS\nTrees with Roots is a multidisciplinary artist whose work weaves together poetry\, rap\, music and theatre. Using a Boss RC-505 loop station\, he creates vocal patterns and soundscapes that invite audiences into an intimate\, healing exchange.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/live-bristol-diaspora-26-special/
LOCATION:The Canteen\, BS1 3QY
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260320T080051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T093116Z
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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:20260504T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260323T152022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T155436Z
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SUMMARY:Bristol Harbour History Tour: DIASPORA! Special
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a tour of the harbour from the water in this special collaboration with Bristol Community Ferry Boats for DIASPORA! \nExplore the city’s maritime history\, from its role in the transatlantic slave trade to the Floating Harbour as it stands today\, alongside a special performance from Bristol poet\, Muneera Pilgrim\, reading her poem In Praise of Diaspora. \nSuitable for all ages. \nBoard Juno the Ferry at the Arnolfini pontoon\, just by Prince’s Bridge. Please arrive by 11.50am to make sure you don’t miss the boat! \nABOUT MUNEERA\n \nMuneera Pilgrim is a poet\, cultural producer\, writer\, broadcaster\, community researcher\, TEDx and WOW Festival speaker\, and Obsidian alumni. She’s currently in residence at Bristol Old Vic until 2030 where she will write at least 2 plays. \nShe performs\, conducts workshops\, guest lectures\, hosts\, and finds alternative ways to educate and exchange ideas while focusing on methodologies of empowerment for non-centred people. Muneera is a storyteller\, concerned with telling stories to disrupt mainstream narratives. Rooted in spirituality she uses poetry as a tool for community building\, archiving\, enrichment and change. \n@muneera_pilgrim \n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/bristol-harbour-history-tour-diaspora-special/
LOCATION:Bristol City Centre Landing Stage\, BS1 4UZ
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260401T173008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T143852Z
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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:20260504T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
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:20260504T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260320T080057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T110501Z
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SUMMARY:Sing with Soul
DESCRIPTION:Come and sing soulful\, a cappella arrangements by 20th century soul icons. All singing levels welcome. \nAbout Dionne \nDionne Draper is a professional singer and actor who brings people together. Sing with Soul is where Dionne’s passion for Black music and distinctive music direction meet\, inspiring soulful choir experiences across the UK. Dionne has recorded with Basement Jaxx and performed with The Spice Girls and is a proud winner of the Women of the West Award and the Lord Mayor’s Medal. \nYou must be 16+. \nVenue: The Harbour Totterdown\, BS4 2EG \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/sing-with-soul/
LOCATION:The Harbour Totterdown\, BS4 2EG
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T173000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260319T182618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T144335Z
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SUMMARY:Miniature Worlds of Broadmead: A Model-Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join artist and set designer Alexia Dobre for Miniature Worlds of Broadmead\, a hands-on creative workshop rooted in giving old objects a new life. Using reclaimed and everyday materials\, participants of all ages will explore storytelling\, design and model-making\, building their own tiny dream spaces inspired by Broadmead’s spaces\, histories and identities. \nThis DIASPORA! workshop is part of Compass Presents’ A Love Letter to Broadmead project. Get tickets here. \n\nABOUT ALEXIA \nAlexia is a Bristol-based artist\, maker and set and costume designer from Romania. She works across theatre\, festivals and immersive installations. Her practice is guided by the simple idea of giving objects a new life\, transforming discarded\, recycled and natural materials into playful visual worlds\, costumes and installations that invite curiosity and imagination. \nShe’s worked with organisations like Team Love\, Wake The Tiger\, Super Culture and Creative Youth Network\, creating spaces where creativity\, sustainability and community come together. \n@alexia.scenography
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/love-letter-to-broadmead-turn-scrap-into-your-dream-miniature-world-a-model-making-workshop/
LOCATION:The Galleries\, BS1 3XD
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260319T183220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T113531Z
UID:7609-1777924800-1777932000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Foli - Bristol Djembe Players
DESCRIPTION:Join Mamadou Keita\, from Guinea-Conakry\, for a mixed-level Djembe workshop at the Jam Jar\, inviting you to play and sing soulful West African rhythms in a collaborative setting. \nLimited drum hire is available\, so please book in advance to reserve a djembe or feel free to bring your own. Tickets are available now on Headfirst. \nAbout Foli \nFoli – Bristol Djembe Players have been running traditional West African dance and djembe workshops in Bristol since 2022.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/foli-bristol-djembe-players/
LOCATION:The Jam Jar\, Little Ann St\, Bristol\, BS2 9EB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
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:20260505T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T123000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260320T080044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T105928Z
UID:7483-1777978800-1777984200@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Flow & Radiate
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stuck in your creative process or unsure how to start a new idea? When we encounter roadblocks\, we often try to solve them through logic alone\, which can lead to feeling overwhelmed or exhausted. \nJoin Viola for this 90-minute workshop using embodiment and meditation to help you gain clarity. By integrating the body’s wisdom\, you can access a deeper awareness of the patterns holding you back and find a clearer path forward. \nNo previous experience is required\, just a willingness to explore. Please wear comfortable clothes. This is an accessible\, trauma-informed space with a rest corner available for those who need a break. This session will take place in the Community Workshop on Floor 2 of the Arnolfini. \nAge: 18+ \nABOUT VIOLA \nViola Bruni is a movement facilitator who combines expertise from dance\, theatre and meditation. In 2021\, she founded Flow & Radiate\, a creativity coaching service for artists. Today she holds group workshops and 1-to-1 movement and coaching sessions alongside directing circus and theatre shows. Viola believes the power of creativity and the wisdom of movement are accessible to everyone and loves helping people connect to them. \n@flowandradiate \n  \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/flow-radiate/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260324T062431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T115449Z
UID:8215-1777982400-1777989600@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Raising the Red: Red Dress Day Craft Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meaningful and creative afternoon as we come together to mark Red Dress Day\, honouring Indigenous women in Canada who are missing or murdered through violence. \nThis free\, informal pop-up workshop is an opportunity to slow down\, reflect and connect through making. You’ll be invited to decorate and message second-hand red dresses\, contributing to Raising the Red\, a collective outdoor installation across Totterdown. \nDuring the session\, you can take your time to create\, learn more about the stories behind Red Dress Day\, and be part of a shared act of remembrance and solidarity. All materials are provided\, and no previous experience is needed\, just come as you are. \nCompleted dresses will be hung in trees locally until 7pm\, creating a visible and powerful tribute across the area. Donations of second-hand red dresses are very welcome. You’re also invited to bring something to share for lunch.\n@raising_the_red \nVenue: The PIT Gallery\, BS4 2BS \nAge: 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/red-dress-crafters-raising-the-red/
LOCATION:The Pit Gallery\, BS4 2BS
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T205000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260319T191453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T110421Z
UID:7664-1778009400-1778014200@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:One Foot in the Dark
DESCRIPTION:An exciting new dance-theatre-spoken word collaboration from Divija Melally and Saili Katebe. One Foot In The Dark is an exploration of our known and unknown experiences of identity\, culture and change through text and movement. \nIt comprises a double bill of a solo The Skeleton Is White and duet Six Degrees From Home\, both honest explorations of two artists understanding what it means to navigate through life\, questions and unknowns. Book now. \nFor ages 10+ \n@divija_melally\n \n@theblissfulnomad \nFor access information refer to venue’s website
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/one-foot-in-the-dark/
LOCATION:The Wardrobe Theatre\, Bristol\, BS2 0DF
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T230000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260319T191737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T145218Z
UID:7668-1778009400-1778022000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Nine Sixteenths @ Exeter Phoenix
DESCRIPTION:In 2004\, in the SuperBowl halftime show finale\, 23 year old Justin Timberlake ripped off 37 year old Janet Jackson’s top. Her breast was exposed on screen for nine sixteenths of a second. A pop icon and role model for many black women\, and an outspoken ally for the LGBTQ community\, the moment derailed Jackson’s career for many years\, while Timberlake’s thrived. \nNine Sixteenths invites you on a journey through 3 acts\, exploring themes of representation and pop culture with a nostalgia for the early 00’s\, along with the hopes and dreams of 4 black female performers\, all through a visual variety of devised theatre\, dance and lip sync. Book now and pay what you can. \nFor ages 12+ \nFor access information refer to venue’s website
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/nine-sixteenths/
LOCATION:Exeter Phoenix\, EX4 3LS
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260405T101354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T101906Z
UID:9158-1778013000-1778013000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Riddim - Reggae/Dub jam
DESCRIPTION:Monthly live Roots Reggae and Dub session at The Canteen\, hosted by legendary drummer Alex Dawson (Hotsteppas/Run Come Down). Special guests will be invited to jam with the house band opening up the stage for Singers\, Mcs and musicians to show off their skills in true Bristol fashion. No need to book\, just turn up. \n@riddim_sessions \n18+ \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/riddim-reggae-dub-jam/
LOCATION:The Canteen\, BS1 3QY
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Performance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260319T183706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T183706Z
UID:7615-1778061600-1778068800@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Creative Cuppa
DESCRIPTION:Join the DIASPORA! special of this regular\, friendly creative drop-in space. You will get the chance to imagine\, design and learn and how to make welcoming signage for community spaces. \nNo art or making experience needed. Free light lunch from 11:30 (usually sandwiches with vegetarian and dairy-free options). No booking required. \nFor all ages.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/creative-cuppa/
LOCATION:Knowle West Media Centre\, BS4 1NL
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260320T080029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T120512Z
UID:7489-1778061600-1778068800@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:DIASPORA! Online: The Fight Well Project: Finding Hope & Validation Within Black Women's Health
DESCRIPTION:The Fight Well Project is a theatre show and engagement project exploring the validation and respect of Black women’s bodies within the healthcare system. As part of this work\, Corinne Walker leads a creative workshop specifically for Global Majority women who have experienced negative healthcare outcomes. \nThe session combines writing exercises\, music and discussion to help participants make sense of their experiences in a supportive environment. By sharing stories and using gentle creative prompts\, the workshop aims to form a community rooted in the power of being truly heard and validated. \n\nABOUT CORINNE \nCorinne Walker is a Bristol-based writer\, director\, creative producer and performer working across stage and screen. She creates political yet playful work\, such as her play The Fight Well Project\, which explores the experiences of Black women in the healthcare system and toured to London\, Bristol and Plymouth in 2024. \nA graduate of the Channel 4 New Writers Scheme\, Corinne’s BFI NETWORK-funded film Homegrown has screened at BAFTA and BIFA-qualifying festivals both in the UK and internationally. Her credits also include the BBC New Creatives comedy short Clifford\, and she is an alumna of various prestigious talent programmes\, including We Are Parable’s Momentum and the BFI Network SW New Voices scheme. \n@corinneswalker \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/diaspora-online-the-fight-well-project-finding-hope-validation-within-black-womens-health/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T123000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260320T080044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T085723Z
UID:7492-1778065200-1778070600@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Writing to Resist
DESCRIPTION:A gentle creative writing and journalling workshop exploring identity\, memory\, culture and liberation. Through accessible prompts and grounding wellbeing practices\, participants are invited to process\, imagine and express themselves in a reflective\, culturally aware space. Open to all levels\, it supports people in reconnecting with their stories of resistance and leaving with greater clarity and confidence. \nWhile you’re there\, you’ll have a chance to see CRAZE WORLD\, an exhibition by Bolarinwa Olabisi\, showing at The Snug. \nAbout Lildonia \nLildonia Lawrence is a wellbeing coach\, author and movement practitioner\, whose work sits at the intersection of embodied healing and social justice. With a background in anti-racism\, yoga\, dance and BIPOC wellbeing\, she creates spaces that centre liberation\, cultural heritage and collective care. \nHer practice spans writing workshops\, Mas-inspired movement\, community education and decolonial approaches to wellbeing. Lildonia is also a PhD researcher exploring Caribbean Mas and Carnival as acts of resistance and living archive. \n@lildonia.lawrence \nMust be 18+ \nVenue: The Snug\, Tobacco Factory Cafe Bar\, BS3 1TF \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/writing-to-resist/
LOCATION:The Snug\, Tobacco Factory Cafe Bar\, BS3 1TF
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260320T080045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T110721Z
UID:7497-1778076000-1778083200@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:DIASPORA! Online: What We Inherit\, What We Carry: An Introduction to Systemic Constellations
DESCRIPTION:This participatory workshop led by facilitator\, Katie Despres\, uses Systemic Constellations to explore how family\, culture and histories of migration shape our lives. Moving beyond talk therapy\, the session uses guided exercises to reveal unseen generational patterns and provide fresh perspectives on how we belong in the world. \nParticipants will engage directly with these dynamics in a shared relational space\, gaining clarity on the hidden forces that influence contemporary relationships. To support the group process\, please ensure you can attend the full two-hour session. \nJoining instructions will be sent after sign up. \nABOUT KATIE \nKatie Despres is a Family Constellations facilitator and senior yoga teacher based in Bristol. Her work explores how family\, ancestry and the systems we belong to shape our lives and relationships. She offers workshops\, 1:1 sessions and talks. \n@katiedespresconstellations \nMust be 18+ \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/diaspora-online-what-we-inherit-what-we-carry-an-introduction-to-systemic-constellations/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T201500
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260319T183943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T141435Z
UID:7619-1778090400-1778098500@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T213000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260306T124704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T121419Z
UID:7127-1778094000-1778103000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T205000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260323T161028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T110901Z
UID:8109-1778095800-1778100600@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:One Foot in the Dark
DESCRIPTION:An exciting new dance-theatre-spoken word collaboration from Divija Melally and Saili Katebe. One Foot In The Dark is an exploration of our known and unknown experiences of identity\, culture and change through text and movement. \nIt comprises a double bill of a solo The Skeleton Is White and duet Six Degrees From Home\, both honest explorations of two artists understanding what it means to navigate through life\, questions and unknowns. Book now. \nAge: 10+ \n@divija_melally\n@theblissfulnomad \nFor access information refer to venue’s website.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/one-foot-in-the-dark-2/
LOCATION:The Wardrobe Theatre\, Bristol\, BS2 0DF
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T123000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260320T080016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T110933Z
UID:7504-1778148000-1778157000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Writing for Wellbeing with Agata Palmer
DESCRIPTION:This creative writing session uses mindfulness techniques to celebrate your unique self. Held in a supportive and playful atmosphere\, the workshop focuses on personal expression and wellbeing. Participants are encouraged to explore their creativity at their own pace. All are welcome\, regardless of previous experience. Please arrive at 9.45am for a 10am start. \nABOUT AGATA \nAgata Palmer is a Polish-British poet based in Bristol. Her pamphlet\, From the Land of Marmite with Love\, was published by Exiled Writers Ink in 2021. Her work has appeared in various magazines and anthologies\, including Harana\, London Grip and Tangent Books. \nAgata has delivered workshops in nature and community settings\, supporting both vulnerable participants and the development of fellow poets. Her practice is defined by an intercultural\, intergenerational and trauma-informed approach\, focusing on delivering sessions in a supportive and accessible way. \n@agatapalmer  \nAge: 18+ \nVenue: Dockyard Room\, SS Great Britain\, BS1 6TY
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/writing-for-wellbeing-with-agata-palmer/
LOCATION:Dockyard Room\, Dockyard Room\, SS Great Britain\, BS1 6TY
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T133000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260320T080031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T124019Z
UID:7508-1778153400-1778160600@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:ATTIC Teas: Breathe & Brew
DESCRIPTION:A contemplative and guided tea experience that will nourish the body\, soothe the mind and excite the spirit. Tea has long held a sacred place in the heart of Eastern culture. Our Breathe and Brew session will begin with mindfully drinking tea and using grounding breath to connect to the healing effects of the tea’s calming compounds. We will explore the exhibitions and contemplate on our own journey\, linking to themes of migration and travel. No prior experience needed.\n \nThis session will take place in the Community Workshop\, Floor 2 of the Arnolfini. Please arrive five minutes before it starts. \nAge: 12+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult) \nABOUT ANNIE \nAnnie is the co-founder of ATTIC Teas\, an acronym for All The Tea In China. She helps to reconnect people to the sacredness of Tea and its power to still and centre us and open inner space for helpful contemplation. Her fascination with earth wisdom traditions underpins this work with these teas. \n@atticteas \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/attic-teas-breathe-and-brew/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T143000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260319T194823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T102513Z
UID:7714-1778153400-1778164200@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Sewing Craft Day: Make Your Own Tote Bag
DESCRIPTION:The Great Oak Tree Hub invites you to a fun and friendly sewing craft day. \nCome 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. \nEmail thegreatoaktreehub25@gmail.com to book your place. \nThe Great Oak Tree Hub are a multicultural group of people from different backgrounds and ethnicities. They provide a safe and supportive space for each other through wellbeing activities that include sewing\, cooking and family events
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/sewing-craft-day-make-your-own-tote-bag/
LOCATION:Knowle West Media Centre\, BS4 1NL
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260320T080049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T101750Z
UID:7513-1778155200-1778162400@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:DIASPORA! Online:  Estate to Stage: Echoes\, Breath & Words
DESCRIPTION:Join poet\, Sharena Lee Satti\, for this all-abilities workshop exploring how identity and home can shape creative expression. The session invites participants to reflect on their own stories\, the echoes of memory and the spaces they inhabit\, transforming personal experience into authentic poetry. \nThrough gentle prompts\, guided exercises and discussion\, participants will:\n– explore how identity\, background and community influence their poetic voice\n– experiment with transforming personal stories and journeys into poetry\n– learn ways to weave emotions into spoken word\, giving them life upon the page. \nNo experience is necessary\, just an open mind and a willingness to try something new. This workshop celebrates resilience\, belonging and self-expression\, providing a quiet space to explore\, create and be heard. \nAbout Sharena: \nSharena Lee Satti is an acclaimed poet\, spoken word artist and advocate for the transformative power of creative expression. Her work explores themes of identity and resilience\, with performances at the WOW Festival and British Council Nepal. Known for her raw authenticity\, Sharena uses poetry to connect diverse audiences and challenge social boundaries. \n18+ \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/diaspora-online-estate-to-stage-echoes-breath-words/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T170035
CREATED:20260319T184201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T184201Z
UID:7623-1778176800-1778184000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Community x Arts x Tech Meetups
DESCRIPTION:A free monthly meet-up for creatives\, artists and technologists interested in making things happen in/with communities. Whether you already work with communities or are curious to begin\, you’re welcome here – all that’s needed is a genuine interest in community-centred\, collaborative ways of making. These meet-ups are always evolving in response to the group. Currently\, they range from hands-on making\, reflection\, project-sharing\, artist-led workshops and inspiration. \nFree dinner and hot drinks included. Please let Knowle West Media Centre know if you have any access needs which you’d like support with\, and they’ll do their best to meet them. Got questions or want to chat about taking part? Email enquiries@kwmc.org.uk – they’d love to hear from you. Book your free place here. \n2026 dates: Every first Thursday of the month\, excluding August (2nd April\, 7th May\, 4th June\, 2nd July\, 3rd Sep\, 1st October\, 5th November\, 3rd Dec). \nFor ages 18+
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/community-x-arts-x-tech-meetups/
LOCATION:Knowle West Media Centre\, BS4 1NL
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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