 October is Black History Month!
Throughout October events are taking place across the UK in celebration of Black History Month, ranging from education to entertainment and everything in between.
There will be a flag raising ceremony in Centenary Square on Sunday 1 October at 11am which will be attended by the Lord Mayor of Bradford, Councillor Gerry Barker.
Here's a round-up of some of the events taking place across Bradford district this month.
Journeys of Hope
 Monday 5 October - Tuesday 14 November
Bradford Cathedral in partnership with the University of Bradford are hosting an exhibition of Ugandan Asian migration stories, alongside stories from the Windrush Community. These two exhibitions will open up dialogue between different journeys of hope from two communities who continue to tell important, positive stories of Bradford’s own black history as well as stories of migration to our city of sanctuary.
COBO: Comedy Shutdown
 Friday, 6 October (7:30pm) - The Studio Morley street
Comedy Shutdown brings a Black History Month Special to Bradford. Get ready for an evening of rip-roaring, back slapping belly laughs!
A comedy night that is not only packed to the brim with jokes but also celebrates the vast array of comedic talent throughout Black History Month.
Grab your friends and your family for an evening of entertainment showcasing some of the best homegrown and international talent on the circuit.
BRAVE Festival (Black Roots and Voices Expressed)
 Saturday, 7 October (10am - 6pm) - Kala Sangam Pay what you feel
BRAVE Festival is a day of exciting activities for all ages and abilities. There will be workshops throughout the day finishing with a big party at 5pm. Do something different for Black History Month this year and join one (or more) of our dance, music and spoken word workshops with your friends and family.
Try our workshops in Hip-Hop, Charleston, Carnival Dance, Vogue, and many more workshops in arts with Black origins. We are celebrating Black History Month in a new and practical way, so all of the workshops at BRAVE Festival have origins in Black culture.
Nabil Abdulrashid - The Purple Pill
 Saturday, 14 October (8pm) Studio Theatre, Morley Street
A show about trying to be a good person while staying a badman.
Join the star of Live at the Apollo for this exploration of empathy, morality and political contradiction.
As seen on Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News for You, The Big Narstie Show, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and Unapologetic.
The Last Days of Disco
 Thursday, 19 October (7:30pm) St George's Hall
Prepare to travel back to the time of your life and revisit The Last Days of Disco.
So Diva, famously championed by Sir Tom Jones on ITV’s The Voice UK, embark on their first National theatre tour in a show with a unique set list of 80s dancefloor classics from Irene Cara, Lipps Inc, Debarge, The Pointer Sisters, Evelyn Champagne King, Kool and the Gang, Stacey Lattishaw, Shalamar, Stephanie Mills and many more.
Five amazing lead vocalists complimented by a seven piece live band - this is a must see show for 2023!
The Drifters Girl
 Tuesday, 3 October - Saturday, 7 October - Alhambra Theatre
Tuesday - Saturday (7:30pm)
Matinee performances:
- Wednesday, 4 October (2pm)
- Thursday, 5 October (2pm)
- Saturday, 7 October (2:30pm)
Direct from the West End, The Drifters Girl comes to the Alhambra Theatre as part of a major UK tour.
Nominated for BEST NEW MUSICAL at the 2022 Olivier Awards, this smash-hit show has audiences on their feet night after night with a phenomenal soundtrack packed full of iconic Drifters hits including Saturday Night At The Movies, Save The Last Dance For Me and Stand By Me.
Discover the remarkable story of The Drifters and the truth about the woman who made them. From the highs of hit records to the lows of legal battles and personal tragedy, Faye Treadwell is the legendary manager of The Drifters who refused to give up on the group she loved.
Thirty years, and hundreds of hit songs later, there is no doubt that Faye Treadwell was and always will be, The Drifters Girl.
Ascension Vibrations
 Saturday, 14 October (10.30am - 6pm) Checkpoint B.W.I.C.C.A. Community Centre, Westgate,
Delve into the magic of mindful movement of ancient yoga, tapping into the wisdom of our ancestors and honouring the beauty & resilience that courses through our veins.
Immerse yourself in a transformative session where rhythmic drumming and guided meditation affirmation creates an oasis of rebirth and mindfulness.
Explore the profound energy and wisdom within the womb space, recognising it as a source of creativity, intuition, and nurturance. Innerstanding how this profound energy manifests itself in our realities physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Before immersing into full beauty of the bodies movement, we will ceremonially recieve the sacred love Cacao has to offer. Perfectly opening up the heart & mind for of this medium-intensity, medium-impact improvised workout. Combining dance, aerobics, and step movements.
Windrush Poetry Workshop with Simone Yasmin
 Saturday, 7 October (3pm) Kala Sangam
FREE (booking required)
Join us for an incredible afternoon of poetic exploration at a Windrush Poetry Workshop with Simone Yasmin. Get ready to dive into the rich tapestry of Windrush culture and heritage through the power of words.
Immerse yourself in a welcoming and vibrant environment, where you will have the opportunity to connect with fellow poetry enthusiasts and be inspired by the incredible talent of Simone Yasmin.
Simone Yasmin is a renowned writer and spoken word artist, whose work raises awareness of injustice and marginalised voices. In this workshop, she will lead you through the process of creating your own pieces, based on David Lammy’s Windrush Poetry “We’re here because you were there” as well as other more provocative pieces.
Celebrating Black History Month at Bradford Museums
 Bradford Council’s Museums and Galleries Service will be celebrating Black History month with events at two of its venues.
Bradford Industrial Museum will host Theatre In a Box’s “Curiosity, The Laser and Me - The Story of Patricia E Bath on Tuesday 24 October 11-12pm and 1-2pm. Patricia E. Bath was an African-American ophthalmologist and pioneer of laser cataract surgery. This show briefly covers themes of segregation, racism and gender equality in 1950’s-70’s America and is suitable for age 4-11 and families.
On Thursday 26 October Bolling Hall is inviting people to ‘Come and Get Astronomical’ and learn about historic Bradford astronomer Abraham Sharpe and modern-day British astronomer Maggie Aderin Pocock. The event which is suitable for all ages and families will see participants take part in astronomical activities working with poet Natalie Davies.
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