Roots ‘n’ Rhythms

Join us at The Africa Centre for Roots ‘n Rhythms in partnership with The Blacker The Berry Project.

Roots ‘n Rhythms is where we showcase live music and performance from Black and African queer musicians and artists in London and beyond.

Over the past month, tsunami Tânia has been teaching us how to move to Kizomba – a vibrant Angolan dance style and music genre. To end the course, The Blacker The Berry Project is curating an evening of activities to celebrate the sounds, music and dance that shape Black Luso and Francophone identity and culture.

Here’s what to expect:

First Floor

7 – 10 | The Chill Corner where there will be board games, reading materials and recordings of people sharing on their relationship to the music and culture.

7:30 – 8:30 | A Gwo Ka drumming workshop by Zil’oka, where attendees will be able to immerse themselves in, and learn how to play the traditional sounds of the island of Guadeloupe.

9 – 10 | Djumbai – a reflection and reasoning space where attendees are prompted to gather & share their stories in an interactive experience, hosted by Kayla Mae.

10 – 11 | DJ set by DJ Manito. Music policy: Zouk, Konpa, Cabo Love, Kizomba, Semba, Afrohouse, Kuduro, Ndombolo, Coupe Decalé, Funaná.

Third Floor

7:30 – 9: Queer friendly Zouk workshop w/ Joyce-le

Tickets

Everyone is welcome! Please note that this space is created for and by Black LGBTQ+ people. Our goal is to amplify the community through this creative intervention.

Please select the ticket that suits you best

• Concession (recommended for Black LGBTQ+ and/or working class people) | £5
• Standard (recommended for Black non-LGBTQ+ supporters) | £8
• Solidarity (recommended for non-Black LGBTQ+ supporters) |£10

If you are part of The Africa Centre Friends Scheme, you can access a discount on your selected ticket.

About Chakula

The Chakula programme is a monthly series of events, workshops and dialogues geared towards supporting and empowering Black and African LGBTQ+ communities at The Africa Centre. Follow @thechakulaprogramme

The Blacker The Berry x Queer Kizomba

The Blacker The Berry Project is a Black Queer-led multidisciplinary arts collective championing artists in the Diaspora from African, Caribbean, Latin and South American descent. Queer Kizomba is a space where you can immerse yourself in the beautiful rhythms and sensual movements of this Angolan dance style. In the class, you learn new steps and the cultural significance of Kizomba. Follow @theblackertheberryproject.