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This week in theatre: Loop, Porn Play, Ballet Black SHADOWS, After Sunday and Ballet Shoes
From the return of Ballet Shoes at the National Theatre and Ballet Black’s SHADOWS at Sadler’s Wells, to women going through it at Theatre 503 and the Royal Court, this week in theatre is a feast for the senses.

Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Nov 27, 20253 min read


Limp Wrist and The Iron Fist @ Brixton House
The beautiful thing about this play was how much it still felt like home regardless of the fact that the play was centring the black male experience. It really is a relatable watch for anyone, despite where you land on the crossroad of intersectionality.
Mary Oluwa
Nov 24, 20253 min read


BAFTA Breakthrough | Where are they now?
What have some of your favourite recipients of BAFTA Breakthrough been up to since their appointments and where can you see them next?

Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Nov 6, 20253 min read


Curiosity as Rhythm: Soul Surge Meets Steam Down
Photography by Jimmy Ifeanyi What happens when curiosity meets community? At Soul Surge Meets Steam Down , that question was was answered in abundance. The in-conversation with Ahnansé and Afronaut Zu, moderated by Soul Surge founder Anthony Olanipekun aka Tony Supreme — felt like a gentle collision of frequencies: words, rhythms, and lived experience. When asked about why he started the series, Tony described the gathering as “born out of curiosity,” a response that held th
Ope Oduwole
Oct 28, 20254 min read


Rachael Abigail Holder Believes Love, Brooklyn is Radical
Love, Brooklyn is a story about modern dating, the toppling and tumbling but the presence of black people at the helm of it makes it in Holder’s words “radical”.
Praise Vandeh
Oct 25, 20254 min read


How Adjani Salmon Made Dreaming Whilst Black A Reality
Adjani Salmon is ruled by routine, that is, at least, at the start of his day. “Every Wednesday without fail since 2020, is therapy,” he...

Nicolas-Tyrell Scott
Oct 10, 20258 min read


Coco Jones has Left her Stamp on London Roundhouse
Sultry and sexy songstress Coco Jones graced the stage of Roundhouse last week, wrapping up her Why Not More? tour on the renowned London...
Mary Oluwa
Sep 27, 20254 min read


Lou Llobell on Foundation, treasures from set and fandom culture.
“This is the one job that I don't mess about. Because it's so genre specific, with specific terminology. I just don't want to get it wrong. So I pretty much stick to the script.”

Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Sep 26, 20256 min read


It's a Labyrinth London: Black Coffee on the Thames
This summer once again proved why the UK is unmatched for live music - from its packed festival circuit to the wave of international...
Mary Oluwa
Sep 25, 20253 min read


Tell Them, I'm Here: Exploring Sound and Self with Ife Ogunjobi
Our conversation started by finding common ground and discussing my not-so-new personality trait for the remainder of year: Glastonbury...
Ope Oduwole
Sep 18, 20255 min read


‘Not Your Superwoman’, The Bush Theatre’s Take on Modern Motherhood
One of the most anticipated plays of the year, ‘ Not Your Superwoman’, officially started its run at The Bush Theatre last week. With...
Mary Oluwa
Sep 18, 20254 min read


Optimism in the face of a stark reality with 'Every Brilliant Thing' @ SohoPlace Theatre
As we grow with him, Henry’s tone becomes serious, reflective and there’s a depth required to carry this one-hander over the line. He handles the subject matter with great care for Macmillan’s work, but still interjects his own personality, riffing off the audience seamlessly and tapping into inside jokes created from earlier in the evening.

Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Sep 17, 20252 min read


Where’s the Hype For Highest 2 Lowest?
Decorated film director Spike Lee has a new film out. Two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington is starring, alongside Golden...

Ore Abiona
Aug 22, 20253 min read


Piano People In The Park: Yumbs on the Global Sound of Amapiano
Nothing hits me more in the summer than the feeling of afro-house and amapiano moving through you. As we count down the days to London’s...
Mary Oluwa
Aug 18, 20255 min read


Breathing fresh air with Halle Brown and Noughts & Crosses
Noughts and Crosses has stood the test of time in terms of its ability to be staged and still feel fresh and its latest stage adaptation at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre is no different. As the sun sets the intimate cast including Halle Brown take to the stage to bring this tale to life.

Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Aug 6, 20253 min read


Crafting a career: Shani Akilah on 'For Such a Time As This'
A year ago author Shani Akilah, celebrated the launch of her debut short story collection For Such a Time As This. For Such a Time As...

Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Jul 21, 20255 min read


'Fearless' filmmakers on joy, resilience and giving a voice to an overlooked generation
The documentary Fearless celebrates women from the Windrush generation that are rarely seen on screen: six elders in their late 70s to 90s who journeyed from the Caribbean, South Asia, and Ireland to Britain decades ago.
Sharon Browne-Peter
Jul 20, 20253 min read


Femi Elufowoju jr is bringing Africa to new heights
54.60 Africa is a piece of work that is more than a play, embedding the movement, sound and culture of Africa as a continent in a way that I haven’t ever seen on stage before. 54.60 writer, Femi Elufowoju jr, presents us with a story following 11 friends from all ends of the continent, being instructed by ‘Mama Africa’ to seek the truth and stories behind all 54 countries.
Mary Oluwa
Jun 25, 20252 min read


The murder of George Floyd; his legacy in Britain and social media.
The Floor Mag unpacks a new documentary exploring the murder of George Floyd and the socio-economic impact that was felt across Britain and social media.
Tyrese King
May 22, 20256 min read


Revelling in the chaos with BBC Three’s ‘Just Act Normal’ siblings, Chenée Taylor and Akins Subair
Newcomers Chenée Taylor and Akins Subair break down their roles in the brand new BBC Three show ‘Just Act Normal’, embracing growing up and character development.

Sabrina Fearon-Melville
May 1, 20253 min read
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