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At Central Film School, we believe that black history and experiences should be brought into classroom discussions outside of Black History Month. Another great way to learn about black history is to attend an event during Black History Month. This is an opportunity to learn about social issues facing this community and enjoy some new releases from the inspiring and creative individuals making history today. We hope these events will help you find opportunities to talk about black history, creativity, and experiences beyond the month of October.
Lottery Man
Where: Roundhouse Bar & Cafe
When: 3rd – 30th October, 10:30
Self-taught multidisciplinary artist Jadine Downes debuts her first series that aims to champion Caribbean households’ family values through a reflection on her childhood from the perspective of her Trinidadian father with a fixation on his love for the Lottery.
In the series titled ‘Lottery Man’, Jadine presents a 4-part collection of oil paintings, a short video, a 3D sculpture render and photography work. Book Here.
Black Corporeal (Breathing by Numbers)
Where: Brixton House
When: 5th – 7th October
Black Corporeal (Breathing By Numbers) continues Julianknxx’s investigation into the ways in which Black psyches are affected by their physical experiences. Having its UK premiere, Julianknxx will transform his piece Black Corporeal (Breathing by Numbers) from the screen to the stage performing live at Brixton House.
Each night will begin with a screening of the film itself before it is brought to the live stage in three acts. In his trademark style with a full choir and a handful of long-term collaborators and musicians, Julianknxx will perform a new and original set based on the themes and ideas drawn upon in the Black Corporeal series. Book Now.
Paterson Joseph in conversation with Louise Hare
Where: Waterstones Picadilly, London
When: Thursday 6th October 2022, 19:00
Celebrate Black History Month and the publication of ‘The Secret Diaries of Charles Ignatius Sancho’ with debut author Paterson Joseph. Narrated in the style of a gloriously witty Regency polemic, The Secret Diaries of Charles Ignatius Sancho reimagines the life and times of the maverick Black writer and composer in 18th-century London in illustrious, unputdownable prose. Book Here.
Artist Studio: Utopian Portals Workshop
Where: Autograph, London
When: 11th – 12th October, 18:15
Artist Jessica Ashman will lead this event over two evenings, giving you will get an introduction to experimental animation techniques, soundtracking and soundscape to create new work inspired by Autograph’s exhibition Mónica de Miranda: The Island.
They will discuss concepts of belonging and ‘unbelonging’, themes explored in Ashman’s own art practice and inspired by her first trip to her ancestral homeland of Jamaica. She created ‘Utopia Portals’: a mix of animated loops, mobile phone footage and soundscapes recorded during her time on the island, short filmic ‘glitches’ of reality, revealing surreal hidden worlds. Ashman will share her process, encouraging reflection on dreams, desires, nightmares, and what it means to experience a “homecoming” to a home you are not connected to. Book Now.
Diaspora Dialogues
Where: Studio Theatre, Roundhouse
When: 14th October, 7.30PM
‘Diaspora Dialogues’ is a live podcast series created and hosted by musician, poet and yogi DemiMa Mseleku. An intimate, multi-sensory evening of conversation, sound selection and food, exploring and honouring the depths of African identity, ancestry & migration through the lens of the Artist. Diaspora Dialogues seeks to expand the UK’s cultural narrative, highlighting African sounds and culture and their impact on the UK’s artistic community. Book Here.
Special screening of Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom + Q&A ‘The Impact of Racism’
Where: Curzon Victoria, 58 Victoria Street, London, SW1E 6QW
When: 27th October 2022, 17:30
A seminar on racialised trauma, featuring a full screening of the film, ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ plus Q&A, followed by a discussion on the research and application of racial trauma in the UK. Book Here.
BFI London Film Festival – After Sherman
Where: Multiple (see link)
When: Multiple (see link)
In this soulful debut documentary, Jon-Sesrie Goff examines the history and traditions of his South Carolina birthplace.
‘Home is a complicated notion for Goff, as it is for many African Americans. How do you reconcile the fact that country you are born in is not the one from which your ancestors originated? And for Goff, home is a deeply unique place, having grown up in a small Gullah Geechee community, best known in popular culture from Julie Dash’s 1991 drama Daughters of the Dust.’ Book Now.
BFI London Film Festival – Know Your Place
Where: Multiple (see link)
When: Multiple (see link)
In this soulful debut documentary, Jon-Sesrie Goff examines the history and traditions of his South Carolina birthplace.
‘Home is a complicated notion for Goff, as it is for many African Americans. How do you reconcile the fact that country you are born in is not the one from which your ancestors originated? And for Goff, home is a deeply unique place, having grown up in a small Gullah Geechee community, best known in popular culture from Julie Dash’s 1991 drama Daughters of the Dust.’ Book Now.
