Black Leprechaun: The Micro Series On The Black Irish Experience
Actor and filmmaker Éyum-Priscilla seeks to bring this perspective to the forefront through her micro-series, Black Leprechaun. Following a Black Irish woman as she navigates school, the series explores the complexities of growing up Black in Ireland and the intersections of race, culture and identity that shape her experience.
Films To Add To Your Watchlist This Year
From stories of resistance and redemption to powerful explorations of Black identity and history, these four films deserve a place on your watchlist. Discover the stories, people and experiences bringing new perspectives to the screen.
Talawa Theatre Company Takes Turning 40 To A Whole New Level
Talawa Theatre Company turns 40! Artistic Director Michael Buffong and Executive Director Carolyn ML Forsyth share the journey of Talawa so far as well as how Black British theatre continues to grow in an ever-changing landscape.
The Screening and Panel Discussion Of 'Threads Of Memory’
Threads of Memory was unveiled at Central Saint Martins where BLK BRIT teamed up with the BFI’s Our Screen Heritage programme to host an exclusive screening and panel discussion for students.
Family, Masculinity and Fatherhood Explored At OMO’S Film Exhibition
The Omo short film was co-produced with Biscuit Filmworks and became a short film sensation for the company, a story that resonates particularly closely with Black and Brown families. Omo is as much about the cultural upheaval for an African man in the late 1970s. In an experiment, Nelson has illuminated the experience of one story that has faced many battles.
A Reimagined Story: Kabel by The Matsena Brothers In Dance
On 5-7th May, Kel and Anthony Matsena premiered their long-waiting duet KABEL at Sadler’s Wells East. The historic story of Cain and Abel was reimagined by the brothers in dance as they portrayed history’s first sibling rivalry and murder through text and movement.
‘SINNERS’ Review: Ryan Coogler’s Bloody South Fantasia with Rebellious Style
Sin or to not sin. Michael B Jordan plays twin 1930s American mobsters in the blues-infused supernatural phenomenon and an ode to Black Dandies, directed by Ryan Coogler.
Cherrelle Skeete on Alterations: Community and Representation within Black British Storytelling
Opening up about the importance of community in the creative process and the need for Black British classics for the culture, actress Cherrelle Skeete shares their experience playing the role of Darlene Holt in the largest ever staging of the play Alterations at the National Theatre, running until April 5th.
4 Upcoming Plays And Musicals That You Cannot Miss
With London being home to some of the best theatres, there are always a number of shows that are bound to catch your eye.
Martin Imhangbe Stars In Othello
Martins Imhangbe stars in a new interpretation of Othello. In this interview, Martins takes some time to explain the rehearsal process, important themes and differences between him and Othello. Othello is currently running at Riverside Studios till the 29th of October.
Review: God Of Carnage - A Show That’ll Be Sure To Thoroughly Please And Entertain
God of Carnage is an extremely well-written dark comedy, with themes that are still relevant 15 years on. Nicholai la Barrie’s great directing combined with each of the actors' amazing performances, this is a show that’ll be sure to thoroughly please and entertain.
Disney Pixar’s ‘Elemental’ Movie Review
Welcome to Element City. Disney Pixar’s NEW animated movie ‘Elemental’ paints a classic love story between two unlikely pairs - where the realities of social class, generational expectations and ethnic groups challenges their new profound love.
The Immortality of Black Womanhood: Review of Family Tree
Family Tree tells this story of denial, erasure, and abuse through an incredibly moving and poetic performance with the outstanding Aminita Francis starring as Henrietta herself.
Review: The Importance of Being Earnest
In short, The Importance of Being Earnest tells the story of two characters, Algernon (Abiola Owokonira) and Jack (Justice Ritchie), who use alternative identities to escape the mundanities and responsibilities of everyday life…
Arlo Develops Scripted Drama Series On Music Industry With Lionsgate’s, Eleven Films
Arlo, the talented Black British songwriter, artist and actor is now developing a new exciting drama series with Lionsgate Studio and Eleven Films, the producers of Netflix’s critically-acclaimed show Sex Education - which will follow a young Black man in East London as he deals with complex relationships between his working-class background and success within the music industry.