Greetings One and All,
For the past few months I have been recommending that you save the date for#EXPRESSYOURSELF and now thisFREE event is almost here – Friday 21 November 2014, 18.30 – 21.45,so I hope you have it embellished in your diaries and that you and others can join us for an amazing evening that’s all aboutself-expression!
Explore art and performance as tools for social and cultural exchange, identity and self-expression. Why not release your inner activist, your agent provocateur, and #GETINVOLVED and help to create our DJs soundtrack by posting your tune(s) on the Facebook link below. Don’t miss the 3 minutes mental health Flash mob; make your own up-cycled jewellery; here a miniTEDtalk about a new social justice organisation and campaign; view films about real people’s activism; listen to talks about the power of dress, and music, as forms of how we express ourselves; be prepared to be transported through storytelling; and open your ears to two forms of live protest music genres – hoping this will move you into doing something yourself that will make a change!
1. The DJ Set in the Grand Entrance with Femi YD, Barrie Sharpye & Tighten Up’s Mistah Brown
Post your #EXPRESSYOURSELF / #GETINVOLVED soundtrack suggestions here on the FB event, argue/debate the pros and cons of your selections (and ours!) and see what makes it onto the final playlist!
2. Hands-on up-cycling jewellery workshop with artist Jackie Mwanza in the Learning Centre - use tin cans to make Jewellery inspired by those in the ‘Disobedient Objects’ exhibition made by the Black Panthers whilst in solitary confinement for over 40 years
3. Film Screening 1 We Are Born to Survive, (the story of activist Kath Lock) dir: Paul Okojie & Paul Henley
4. Sing for Social Justice with folk singer songwriter Bethany Elen - "A voice for change"
5. TEDTalk with Carrie Supple– A voluntary organization, Journey to Justice (JtoJ) aims to inspire people, through learning from past and present human rights struggles to take action for social justice http://journeytojustice.org.uk/
7. Dr Christine Checinska talking about Tams, Grams, ‘Rudeness’ and Ting: Material Culture and the African Diasporas
8. Dr Michael McMillan talking aboutRaving and Ravers: spaces and places of black social dance in 1970s London
9. Film Screening 2 The Legacy of the Black Panthers dir: Shaun Dey
10. ‘Voicing Our Inner Journeys’ - Performance storytelling with Eli Anderson
11. Call and Response Calypso for Social Change with Alexander D. Great
IMPORTANT - ON ARRIVAL PLEASE ENTER THE VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM THROUGH THE MAIN ENTRANCE ON CROMWELL ROAD SW7 2RL, AND GO TO THE CIRCULAR RECEPTION DESK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HALL AND ASK MY COLLEAGUES FOR AN EVENT PROGRAMME FOR THE #EXPRESSYOURSELF EVENT.
This is the last Black Heritage and Culture event for 2014 at the V&A, so if you have always been meaning to come down but never actually made it, well here’s your chance. And if you come to them anyway, well you know why!
See you on Friday!
SAVE THESE DATES FOR FORTHCOMING EVENTS AT THE V&A IN 2015
Art and Existence: African and Asian Diaspora Explored
An informal series of talks led by external practitioners and specialists in their field, who through art, design, media and technology, unpack the cultural and social landscape, exploring race and representation, often provocative, sometime challenging assumptions and perceptions of Africans and Asians and their Diaspora. This series is inspired by the displays Staying Power and In Black & White.
All six talks are free, booking essential. Booking information will be on-line from 8 December 2014.
Recent Developments in Contemporary Art in Barbados
Thursday 8 January, 14.00 – 15.30
Dr Allison Thompson, Lecturer in Art History at Barbados Community College
4 CORNERS: Designers from the African Diaspora (Africa, Caribbean, Europe & USA)
Thursday 22 January, 14.30 – 16.00
Jon Daniel, Independent Creative Director
The Rise and Development of Black Print Culture
Thursday 12 March, 14.30 – 16.00
Patrick Vernon OBE, Founder of Every Generation Media
Tartan’s Journey Through the African Diaspora
Thursday 12 February, 14.30 – 16.00
Teleica Kirkland, Founder of Costume Institute of the African Diaspora (CIAD)
The Seamstress, Designer and the Model
Thursday 5 March, 14.30 – 16.00
Avril Horsford, Independent Art and Cultural Animator & former Head of Academic Diversity, Univ. of the Arts, LCF
Calypso and the Black British Experience 1950s and 60s
Thursday 19 March, 14.30 – 16.00
Alexander D Great, Musician and Educator
YOU MAY ALSO WISH TO CHECK OUT UP AND COMING EVENTS AT BLACK CULTURAL ARCHIVE (BCA) – the new black heritage center in Brixton, serving the UK:
Len Garrison Memorial Lecture with keynote by Baroness Floella Benjamin
Thursday 20 November, 19.00 – 22.00
£20, £15 concessions (includes light refreshments)
Lyrical Sista – at the heart of the womanist word
Thursday 27 November, 19.00 – 22.00
£12, £9 concessions
Heroines of Opera: Award Winning Composer Dr Shirley J. Thompson takes a look at some of our historical women icons
Friday 28 November, 13.00 (45 min)
£5, £3 concessions
Benin Nights – a celebration of all things Nigerian
Thursday 11 December, 19.00 – 22.00
£12, £9 concessions
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Janet Browne
Programme Manager Black Heritage and Culture
Direct Line: 020 7942 2184
Please note that I work part-time at the V&A and my usual days are Wed PM, all day Thursday and Friday.
Constable: The Making of a Master
20 September 2014 - 11 January 2015 at V&A South Kensington
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Coming soon
Small Stories: At Home in a Doll's House
13 December 2014 – 6 September 2015 at V&A Museum of Childhood
Admission free
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Ibibio Sound Machine Nov 27
Village Underground
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TROPICALISTA New Years Eve Rich Mix
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MADRE RUMBA - 'El Nuevo Concepto'. Now every two months @ the amazing venue Revolution, Leadenhall.
The new VIP mega - Latin party in the heart of the City taking Latin culture to new levels, returns on Saturday 29th November. After the huge success of our two previous events, we're delighted to bring you another edition of this great party.
MADRE RUMBA will now be held every two months at the amazing new venue Revolution, Leadenhall with a 1,000 capacity, various rooms, colourful shows & an extensive drinks & cocktails list to feel like a true VIP, a late finish to party into the early hours of the morning and a central location in the heart of the City.
4 ARENAS TO PARTY & ENJOY THE LATIN WAY!
Classes 9.30pm to 10.30pm:
- General Salsa with the Salsateca Team & Guests: Juan Soto, Melitta, Alain Felicite and Javier Bermeo
- Bachata with Peynao & Sonia + Gabriel Bravo
Dance Shows from:
- UNIKA DANCE CO (Samba Show)
- FUERZA LATINA (Salsa Show)
- THE SALSA CUBANA DANCE TROUPE
- BACHATERO 10 STUDENTS' TEAM
ARENA 1: LATINO Cross Over - Ground Floor
DJs Urbano / Gilberto Zapata / DJ Will (Aculco Radio)
ARENA 2: SALSA - Basement Club Room with 2 Dance Floors.
DJs Johnny G / Erick 'the Saint'.
ARENA 3: VIP BACHATA - The Vault Room
DJs Peynao (The Latin Passion) / Urbano + Guests.
ARENA 4: CHILL OUT - The Mezzanine
TIMES & PRICE: 9pm to 4am / Entrance £10.
PLEASE NOTE:
- STRICTLY OVER 18.
- STRICTLY NO ID NO ENTRY (valid national ID, Passport or UK Drivng Licence).
- Birthdays, Group Bookngs & VIP tables available.
- Dress Code: Elegant & Smart/casual - No caps, no hoods, no sports wear allowed.
- The management reserves the right of admission.
Event organised by:
OLA LATINA & SALSATECA
Media Sponsors:
ACULCO RADIO / DKD21 / EL MORNING SHOW
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| New Year's Eve 2014 by the River Wednesday 31th December |
Ola Latina & Salsateca present!
NEW YEAR'S EVE 2014 BY THE RIVER - WEDNESDAY 31st DECEMBER with 2 Party Rooms: Salsa Room & Bachata Room + Buffet
Entrance on the side on Battle Bridge Lane, London SE1.
Come and join us to say goodbye to 2014 and welcome the New Year 'the Latin way' in true style, with the sounds of Salsa and Bachata in a stunning location by the River Thames, in this elegant and exclusive venue in Hay's Galleria next to London Bridge, boasting two gorgeous rooms that will be taken over by our DJs all night long + a delicious buffet that will be served early before the countdown to the New Year.
2 PARTY ROOMS ALL NIGHT LONG
- Salsa Room: DJs Johnny G & Mr Bilongo.
- Bachata Room: DJ Urbano & DJ Peynao 'Bachatero 10'.
- Dance Show: Juan & Melitta (2014 UK BachataStars Champions)
An exquisite delicious Buffet - 2 servings: 11pm & 1am
- Dress Code: Elegant - No trainers, hats or caps
- Strictly over 18 event
- Times: 9pm till 4am
- Prices: £30 in Advance
- Limited Number of Tickets Available, Advance Booking highly recommended!!
BUY TICKETS ONLINE FROM:
Venue: Balls Brothers Hay's Galleria, Tooley St, London SE1 2HD
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Cuban Salsa & BachataEvery Tuesday
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IMPORTANT: Due to the Christmas season we will be taking a short break in December. We will come back again on 6th January 2015. Enjoy our last two Tuesdays of the year in Nomad Bar (25th November & 2nd December).
Every Tuesday Bachata and Cuban Salsa Lessons for all levels!
Join Juan Soto (2x Spain Salsa Champion), Javier Bermeo, Julian "The Duke", and Master Elder Sanchez in our Cuban night.
Free Social dance after the classes until late!
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Salsa & BachataEvery Wednesday
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IMPORTANT: Due to the Christmas season we will be taking a short break in December. We will come back again on 7th January 2015.
Our Wednesdays that feel like Weekend!
Now Salsateca offers you more! Join us at the amazing Amber Bar in Moorgate in 2 different ambient every Wednesday:
Salsa Room + Exclusive Bachata Room for classes and Social Dance!
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ANY DRINKS, FOOD OR WATER FROM OUTSIDE ARE NOT ALLOWED
at Amber Bar*, or any of the Bars and Clubs where we run our lessons and parties.
Salsateca Dance School aims to bring Latin culture to London since 1992, organizing lessons and Latin nights in nice venues where you can socialize and have a nice drink while you learn how to dance.
Please remember is all about the music, dance, meet people, have a drink and a great time. In the same way that you wouldn't bring your own sandwich or water to the table of a restaurant respect the venue rules and keep etiquette.
*At Amber Bar they have FREE ice tub water available on the top of the bar all night, and they sell mineral water and other soft drinks, beers, spirits and nice cocktails all night. They have happy hour until 8pm
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TUESDAY
at Amber Bar
CLASSES: Bachata, Cuban Salsa. All levels!
TIME: 7.00pm - 9:00pm.
PRICE:
Bachata class: £8.00.
Salsa class: £8.00.
Both classes: £12.00.
FREE Social dance after the class.
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WEDNESDAY
at Amber Bar
CLASSES: Sensual Bachata, Crossbody Salsa. All levels!
TIME: 7.00pm - 9:00pm.
PRICE:
Bachata class: £8.00.
Salsa class: £8.00.
Both classes: £12.00.
Club: £3
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