Theatre
Shades of our Lives
Bristol-based theatre company Black Women Let Loose present their first performance at Bristol Old Vic, on International Women’s Day.
Shades of Our Lives is devised and performed by Rachel de Garang (Tribe of Doris), Ruth Pitter, Valerie Mower and Lorna Henry (Breathing Fire), Yoma Smith (Black Women Let Loose), Christelle Pellecuer (African Queens CIC) and Sisanda Myataza Kowalski (Mankala).
The evening will offer thought-provoking insights into the actors’ life experiences. It comprises inventive short pieces exploring topics such as identity, connection and belonging, examining issues familiar to all.
Presented in an eclectic style, the company will put expression from black women on the map on a day to celebrate all women.
Lorna Henry said: “We wanted to celebrate International Women’s Day in a way that honoured our individual and collective stories as black women; stories that are sometimes raw, sometimes funny but always honest. The creative process has been moving and exciting.”
All proceeds from the performance will be donated to Bristol Black Carers – a charity that provides essential services for carers in the city.
March 8, 8.30pm, Bristol Old Vic Coopers’ Loft, £7. For more info, visit https://bristololdvic.org.uk/whats-on
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