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SUMMARY:Queer Kizomba: 6-Week Progressive Course
DESCRIPTION:Queer Kizomba is back for another run in London as part of the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre’s special LGBT+ History Month programme. \nJoin us for a new 6-week journey led by the one and only Tsunami Tânia throughout 2025 LGBT+ History Month. This progressive course offers a welcoming space to explore the beautiful rhythms and sensual movements of Kizomba\, reimagined through a queer and inclusive lens. \nEach week\, you will learn the fundamentals of this Angolan dance style and music genre\, from its signature steps to its cultural significance\, all while embracing creativity\, authentic self-expression\, and community. \nThis course is designed to build confidence and skill progressively\, and open to all levels and everyone. Please note that\, as always\, Black LGBTQ+ people are the prioritised\, as part of our mission to amplify the community through creative intervention. \nMake sure to select the ticket option that most suits you: \n\nConcession (recommended for Black LGBTQ+ and/or working class people)\nStandard (recommended for Black non-LGBTQ+ supporters)\nSolidarity (recommended for non-Black LGBTQ+ supporters)\n\nBy booking the date available on Eventbrite (Wednesday 5 February) you are confirming attendance for the 6-week course: \n\nWednesday 5 February\nWednesday 12 February\nWednesday 19 February\nWednesday 26 February\nWednesday 5 March\nFriday 14 March\n\nThis event is part of The Africa Centre’s Chakula.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/7502/2025-03-05/
LOCATION:The Africa Centre\, 66 Great Suffolk Street\, London\, England\, SE1 0BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BPOC events,Health and wellbeing
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SUMMARY:Dope Black Queers: The Forum
DESCRIPTION:Dope Black Queers is a space for and by the Black LGBTQIA+ community\, to provide grounding\, connection\, and to feel seen and heard. \nThe Forum follows a Town Hall Meeting format\, less like a panel\, but more of an open floor discussion. \nThis is an event where we can really talk about the things that matter to us\, to raise questions and find answers both for ourselves and for others. \nOur specific life experiences give each of us different perspectives\, and that is what we want everyone to come and share\, because it is in the specifics that we can relate and build community. \nWhilst participation is encouraged\, no one has to share if they don’t want to. \nBut the more interaction\, the more there is to learn. \nCome meet new people\, build a community\, and share your perspective. This month’s topic will be looking at Black Femininity. Often policed\, regularly challenged\, sometimes assumed\, yet still divine and powerful. Join us as we explore our Black Femininity\, an energy so special it transforms the world! \nThis event is exclusively for the Black LGBTQIA+ community! (Allies are welcome to donate to help continue our work.) \nComplimentary cakes provided. Affordable teas and coffees are available for purchase on-site. \nCovid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre: \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling any Covid symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough and chills. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/dope-black-queers-the-forum-2/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BPOC events,Meetups
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SUMMARY:Queer Kizomba: 6-Week Progressive Course
DESCRIPTION:Queer Kizomba is back for another run in London as part of the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre’s special LGBT+ History Month programme. \nJoin us for a new 6-week journey led by the one and only Tsunami Tânia throughout 2025 LGBT+ History Month. This progressive course offers a welcoming space to explore the beautiful rhythms and sensual movements of Kizomba\, reimagined through a queer and inclusive lens. \nEach week\, you will learn the fundamentals of this Angolan dance style and music genre\, from its signature steps to its cultural significance\, all while embracing creativity\, authentic self-expression\, and community. \nThis course is designed to build confidence and skill progressively\, and open to all levels and everyone. Please note that\, as always\, Black LGBTQ+ people are the prioritised\, as part of our mission to amplify the community through creative intervention. \nMake sure to select the ticket option that most suits you: \n\nConcession (recommended for Black LGBTQ+ and/or working class people)\nStandard (recommended for Black non-LGBTQ+ supporters)\nSolidarity (recommended for non-Black LGBTQ+ supporters)\n\nBy booking the date available on Eventbrite (Wednesday 5 February) you are confirming attendance for the 6-week course: \n\nWednesday 5 February\nWednesday 12 February\nWednesday 19 February\nWednesday 26 February\nWednesday 5 March\nFriday 14 March\n\nThis event is part of The Africa Centre’s Chakula.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/7502/2025-03-14/
LOCATION:The Africa Centre\, 66 Great Suffolk Street\, London\, England\, SE1 0BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BPOC events,Health and wellbeing
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SUMMARY:Roots 'n' Rhythms
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Africa Centre for Roots ‘n Rhythms in partnership with The Blacker The Berry Project. \nRoots ‘n Rhythms is where we showcase live music and performance from Black and African queer musicians and artists in London and beyond. \nOver 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. \nHere’s what to expect: \nFirst Floor \n7 – 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. \n7:30 – 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. \n9 – 10 | Djumbai – a reflection and reasoning space where attendees are prompted to gather & share their stories in an interactive experience\, hosted by Kayla Mae. \n10 – 11 | DJ set by DJ Manito. Music policy: Zouk\, Konpa\, Cabo Love\, Kizomba\, Semba\, Afrohouse\, Kuduro\, Ndombolo\, Coupe Decalé\, Funaná. \nThird Floor \n7:30 – 9: Queer friendly Zouk workshop w/ Joyce-le \nTickets \nEveryone 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. \nPlease select the ticket that suits you best \n\nConcession (recommended for Black LGBTQ+ and/or working class people) | £5\nStandard (recommended for Black non-LGBTQ+ supporters) | £8\nSolidarity (recommended for non-Black LGBTQ+ supporters) |£10\n\nIf you are part of The Africa Centre Friends Scheme\, you can access a discount on your selected ticket. \nAbout Chakula \nThe 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 \nThe Blacker The Berry x Queer Kizomba \nThe 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.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/roots-n-rhythms/
LOCATION:The Africa Centre\, 66 Great Suffolk Street\, London\, England\, SE1 0BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BPOC events
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