The Afro Fashion Show is a community interest company dedicated to celebrating, promoting, and spotlighting African fashion, which has often been overlooked. The influence of African fashion has redefined the industry, breaking barriers with its vibrancy and...
Star of Wonder
Teatro Pomodoro & Theatre Porto Christmas Show Unity Theatre A star shines so bright, where will it take you? The moment I stepped into the theatre, all I could see were smiling faces. The atmosphere was joyful, so I let myself go to its magic. The stage was...
News From Nowhere
I read extensively in my first language for personal and professional reasons. In the summer of 2019, I noticed that the selection of Italian novels translated into English was not broad.
Do It Or Die
I was crossing the French border to go on holiday, and I saw two white sheets on the street. Later, I found out that these were two migrants hit and killed.
Orchestra Baobab: ‘One of West Africa’s most iconic musical acts’ comes to Liverpool this June
Photo credit: Africa Oyé Get ready for an unforgettable night of music as one of West Africa’s most iconic bands, Orchestra Baobab, returns to Liverpool this June. Known for their masterful blend of Afro-Cuban rhythms, Congolese rumba, and high life, Orchestra Baobab...
Heroes, Villains, and Unforgettable Moments – A Night at the Vogue Ball
The Heroes vs Villains Vogue Ball by House of Suarez was nothing short of magical. From the moment we stepped into the Invisible Wind Factory, the energy was electrifying, setting the stage for a night where creativity and celebration took center stage. This unique...
We Are a Glitch
I already witnessed the glitch on my journey to the exhibition. This is a concept that is beyond the common limits dictated by the definition of “culture” and “identity”. It’s one step ahead. The step you take in Bold Street, and you can pop from India to Italy, from England to East Asia just by walking.
Made of Stars
Asylum and its secrets engulf our social and official discourse, especially the media. But is there anyone diving into the depths to discover the stories and experiences of refugees from the inside. To share their daily lives after they reach what is believed to be a safe haven. The film project which bears the name of Made Of Stars strained to open this sealed box
My Letters to Liverpool
I was living in Madrid in 2015, working as a designer in a company. I felt I needed a change and was really keen to learn English. As my boyfriend had moved to Liverpool a year before I decided to join him for a few months.
My Grandmother’s Melody
I started playing piano when I was three. At five, I started with the guzheng. Coming back from kindergarten, I first washed my hands, then spent an hour practicing piano and an hour on guzheng. Practice doubled during weekends
“Finding Your Path: A Journey of Rediscovery and Self-Belief”
Life doesn’t come with a map—it’s a road with twists, turns, and sometimes roundabouts that make you question whether you’re headed in the right direction. For Alex, this journey was anything but straightforward. From dreaming of at 15 to coaching and consultancy at...
A Place to Bond: Tony Luna and the Music for Hope Project
Tony’s story starts with a war. In the 80s, when he was just a kid, his native El Salvador was being torn apart by civil war. Families were separated, communities destroyed. People forced to move to different countries to protect themselves and their loved ones.
Breaking Boundaries: Rowena Gander’s Woman | Women
This physical and comedic performance by Rowena Gander captured the contradictions and nuances of lesbian relationships with an honesty that was deeply moving yet refreshingly humorous.
Blick Bassy Returns to Liverpool: A Soulful Night of Afro-Futurism at the Philharmonic Hall
This spring, Liverpool will once again welcome one of Africa’s most innovative and genre-defying voices: Blick Bassy. The Cameroonian singer-songwriter is set to perform at the Music Room of the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall on Sunday, 13th April 2025, at 8:00 PM, in a...
Closed Borders, Closed Doors – Ambrose Musiyiwa
Before Black Lives Matter, it seemed as if Britain did not have the language to talk about race and racism. Now Britain looks like it is talking about this in ways it has not done before.
Commitment to Diversity: La Feria Festival Liverpool
I saw the advertisement everywhere (good shot!) and then, last minute, I got a call “could you review an event, it is this evening, in a few hours.” I was already planning to go but time flies and you try to keep up with all the commitments and forget what you wanted...
The Rhythms of Liverpool: Dance’s Cultural Pulse and Societal Impact
As I stated in one of my previous articles dances is my biggest passions since I am a kid. It’s an understatement to say that is challenging to put into words why and what this means. I will embarrass myself saying that on any adv break I was muting the TV put the...