Talks

Join a variety of authors to discuss their artistic journeys, inspirations and more. Booking is essential for some events, but recommended for all, as places can be limited.

Monday 2 October, 7-9pm
Stratford Old Town Hall

To launch our programme, with the theme for this year, Celebrating Our Sisters, we’ll be joined by Newham born and bred Olympic, World and Commonwealth champion athlete Christine Ohuruogu MBE.... FULL DETAILS +

BSL Event
Thursday 5 October, 6.30-8pm
Stratford Library

An enlightening talk with the author of Black, Brilliant and Dyslexic, Marcia Brissett-Bailey. Her book explores experiences across the Black and dyslexic community, giving an intersectional perspective on topics including... FULL DETAILS +

Thursday 5 October, 7-10pm
Stratford East Picturehouse

In celebration of BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2023, The New Black Film Collective in partnership with Newham Council presents a special screening of – THE LITTLE MERMAID The youngest of King... FULL DETAILS +

Friday 6 October, 7-9pm
East London Dance

East London Dance presents Black and Great – Author Talk Join Clint Sinclair in conversation with Rene Germain on her book Black and Great – The Essential Workplace Toolkit. Sharing the journey of over... FULL DETAILS +

Monday 16 October, 6-8pm
The Mix Centre

REIN (Rights and Equalities in Newham) is delivering a series of four events beginning with a discussion around the lived experiences of young Black Women and future leadership. The event... FULL DETAILS +

Thursday 19 October, 7-10pm
Stratford East Picturehouse

In celebration of BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2023, The New Black Film Collective in partnership with Newham Council brings a special screening of – TILL Based on the true story of... FULL DETAILS +

Monday 23 October, 6-8pm
The Mix Centre

REIN (Rights and Equalities in Newham) is delivering a series of four events which include discussions with food and a performance at each event, focusing on the power of young... FULL DETAILS +

Tuesday 24 October, 6-7pm
The Mix Centre

The GEMS Group at The Mix Youth Club are excited to be joined by councillor Thelma Odoi and photographer Ines Yearwood-Sanchez, to discuss her project “My Hair is Not…” “My... FULL DETAILS +

Thursday 26 October, 7-10pm
Stratford East Picturehouse

In celebration of BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2023, The New Black Film Collective in partnership with Newham Council presents a special screening of – THE BLACKENING Seven friends go away for... FULL DETAILS +

Monday 30 October, 6-8pm
The Mix Centre

REIN (Rights and Equalities in Newham) is delivering a series of four events which include discussions with food and a performance at each event, focusing on the power of young... FULL DETAILS +

Thursday 2 November, 7-10pm
Stratford East Picturehouse

In celebration of BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2023, The New Black Film Collective in partnership with Newham Council brings a special screening of –   SPIDER-MAN: ACORSS THE SPIDER-VERSE Returning for... FULL DETAILS +

Monday 6 November, 6-8pm
The Mix Centre

REIN (Rights and Equalities in Newham) is delivering a series of four events which include discussions with food and a performance at each event, focusing on the power of young... FULL DETAILS +

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