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Theatre review: Off the Endz
Even before its opening at the Royal Court Theatre, Bola Agbaje’s third play Off the Endz was under fire. Labelled by Evening Standard columnist Lindsey Johns as “Theatre of the Ghetto” Off the Endz explores the familiar themes of crime, drugs and life on an estate.
David (Ashley Walters) has recently been released from prison and [...]
Haiti: Why We Care
I was recently speaking to a friend about how the people in our circle had stood up for Haiti, relaying information, organising fundraising events or simply donating. Like many others, it was the first time that I personally got involved. I do not think of myself as selfish, on the contrary. Giving back to the [...]
Book reviews: Maas Roy – Until Judgement Comes
Life According to Maas Roy
by Yvonne Archer & Stanley Roy Archer
www.ourpeaceofhistory.com
Life According to Maas Roy charts the life of Stanley Roy Archer, who journeyed across the globe in 1954. Archer’s stories cover his time working in England, his deployment into the Royal Artillery, and his military service in the Cypriot civil war. It is aimed [...]
Presenting the Theatre of Food – An authentic African extravaganza?
Make way Camden, for a whole new eating experience. Set to open its doors in mid April, Shaka Zulu is going to be the first restaurant of its kind in central London: an upscale restaurant offering African cuisine. Planted in the beating heart of Stables Market, North London, and funded by the businessman behind Sound [...]
Music Reviews: Sade, Corinne Bailey Rae, Jose James, Krystle Warren
Sade
Soldier of Love (Sony)
Buy on Amazon
Sade’s sixth album is a welcome return for those who know and love the reclusive one’s breathy and sensuous style – this is the first release since the classic Lovers Rock from 2000. Those yet to get acquainted are treated to a concise 10-track suite of calm and serene melodies, [...]
Review of ‘11 and 12′ directed by Peter Brook
‘11 and 12’ written by Malian scribe Amadou Hampate Ba is a cautionary tale about the dangers posed by religious ritual devoid of understanding and spiritual maturity.
Black Art, Black Love
Black love or romantic black art is a strong theme in African, Caribbean and particularly African-American work, with various well-known artists offering prints, paintings and even sculptures exploring this theme. Catchavibe has searched for the most powerful, emotive and creative pieces – and where to buy them online.
Tenderness by Sterling Brown
Alexandra Galleries
Bonded [...]
On Love
Inspired by the upcoming Valentine’s Day, we’ve decided to celebrate love in all its forms. From the colour red, a symbol of passion, to lust, unrequited love and self-love, these authors have painted love in many different hues.
Red ed by Kwame Dawes
Out on bookshelves on Valentine’s day Red promises to display the best of Black [...]
Afro-Brazilian cinema sets it sights on the mainstream
It wasn’t until the 2002 surprise hit film City of God that the Afro-Brazilian experience finally gained mainstream attention on the big screen.
Slaves to an empire state of mind
I walk into the pub convinced that I’m in the wrong place. I enquire at the bar and to my surprise I’m directed upstairs. ‘Slaves’ by Rex Obano is indeed showing one floor above The Latchmere Pub. All I can think is: wow this is different. The unusual location makes Theatre503 a hidden gem where [...]