This October, Norwich Theatre is celebrating Black History Month with a diverse lineup of events that honour Black stories, voices, and history. From thought-provoking plays to engaging workshops, there’s something for everyone to experience.
Wendy Ellis, Creative Programmes & Audiences Director at Norwich Theatre, said:
“Theatres offer a unique space to connect with others, gain a deeper understanding of different perspectives and build compassion. This month, we’re celebrating the incredible contributions of Black creatives and reminding ourselves that these stories matter year-round.”
Inspired by the extraordinary life of Nina Simone Black is the Color of My Voice (5 – 6 Oct) at Norwich Theatre Playhouse reflects on the journey that took Nina from a young piano prodigy destined for a life in the service of the church to a renowned jazz vocalist at the forefront of the Civil Rights Movement.
Norwich Theatre is hosting a free Sunday Screening of the film Coppelia (6 Oct) at Norwich Theatre Stage Two. Enchanting animation and live-action dance retells the story of the Léo Delibes’ 1870 ballet, Coppelia. When everyone in town falls under the spell of charismatic cosmetic surgeon Doctor Coppelius, feisty Swan must act to save her sweetheart Franz before his heart is used to spark life into Coppelia – the ‘perfect’ robot woman the doctor has created.
Explore Stories that Move: A Family Dance Workshop (30 Oct) during the October half-term. In this creative family workshop using pictures, poetry, stories, and music, we will celebrate the huge contributions and cultural impact made by the Windrush Generation and their families, shaping the Britain we know today.
The injustices of the Windrush Scandal are explored in the solo play The Windrush Secret (31 Oct). It is told through three characters: a young white far-right racist party leader, a black Caribbean diplomat, and a white Oxford-educated Home Office government official who is giving speeches on the same day. This piece of political theatre is not to be missed, bringing to life the cruelty of the British immigration system and the cynical way populist politics dehumanise marginalised minorities.
For more information or to book, visit norwichtheatre.org or call the Box Office on 01603 630 000.
