Firepit Tales - Open Mic. Special Edition for Black History Month

We are a Community Interest Company (CIC) & we run as a not-for-profit. In our space we have a beautiful art gallery and artists studios. We run many workshops and events, for both our local community and the general public.As a CIC, we are committed to reinvesting our profits back into the community, ensuring sustainable and lasting impact. Join us in building a healthier, more vibrant neighbourhood, where the power of creativity becomes a catalyst for positive transformation and well-being for all.

Firepit Art Gallery And Studios CIC

Connecting people through the power of words. This Black History month we are doing a Firepit Tales Special spoken word poetry event.

Firepit Art Gallery and Studios CIC

This Black History month we are doing a Firepit Tales Special spoken word poetry event.We will be promoting Black African/Caribbean and Latin American voices. We aim to give the stage to them to perform and share their amazing stories and talent.Is this event only for Black people? Of course not. Anyone is allowed to come and enjoy the vibes however our open mic spaces will be exclusively for Black people to mark Black History Month.Tickets. Open Mic Performers tickets are free. Audience members tickets are free.However Open Mic performer spaces will be for Black people only this month.Firepit Tales is a monthly event, taking place on the last Wednesday of every month (with the exception of this special edition).The night will be hosted by Uncle London @uncle_londonn and there is an open mic sign up, we would love to hear your voice.We have available in our bar a small selection of soft and alcoholic drinks, that are very reasonably priced. We have a challenge 25 policy, please bring ID.Firepit is a unique space, we have a gallery of beautiful and relevant art, artist studio spaces and an area that was made for spoken work and performance events. In a slightly sunken room, surrounded by wood, with a firepit, red carpet and furniture. You will sit around the room with you MC in the centre leading the night. The mic's are connected to a Bang &amp; Olufsen speaker system that surround every part of the room.We are excited to be hosting this regular monthly event.Doors open 6.30pm - Open mic Sign Up - 6:30pmShow starts @ 7pm Finishing at 9 / 9:30pmSee you there!

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This edition of Firepit Tales is part of a wider exhibition that is taking place at Firepit Art Gallery. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/black-history-month-stories-by-the-fire-exhibition-of-art-culture-tickets-1007616085837?aff=oddtdtcreator" title="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/black-history-month-stories-by-the-fire-exhibition-of-art-culture-tickets-1007616085837?aff=oddtdtcreator">Link for Details</a> This Black History Month, The Firepit invites the public to an extraordinary cultural event, "Stories Round the Fire," an exhibition that celebrates the visual art of the Black Diaspora and highlights the enduring impact of Black British creativity in preserving our own legacy whilst enriching the British Isles.Hosted at the picturesque riverside venue in Greenwich Peninsula at Firepit Art Gallery, this exhibition is set to be a remarkable experience for all attendees. Drawing inspiration from the rich and diverse history of Black people, the exhibition showcases artworks that delve into storytelling, mysticism, world-building, and folklore. These pieces collectively offer a powerful glimpse into the breadth and depth of creative expression within the Black community not as a monolith but as a collective woven freely into the fabric of our nation..'Stories Round the Fire' is more than just an exhibition—it's an immersive journey through the narratives that have shaped the Black British experience, from everyday interactions to mystical experiences , rooted in the practice of storytelling and cultural heritage.In addition to the exhibition, a series of events and workshops will be held throughout the duration of the show, catering to audiences of all ages. These activities are designed to further engage the community, offering opportunities for learning, participation, and celebration of Black culture."It’s exciting to bring together a group like this to celebrates Black History in an upbeat way with a contemporary focus. Im hoping that Firepit provides a space for dialogue and connection from within but reaching beyond our community, 'Curtis Donovan - Curator'The 'Stories Round the Fire' exhibition will be open to the public and all are welcome to attend.

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