Literature and Spoken Word, Live Music, Carnival Vibes, DJs, Liming & togetherness

An opportunity to connect, drink, dance and enjoy some of the finest writers, musicians and artists from the Caribbean and its UK and US diasporas.

Photo of St James Mas by Maria Nunes

It is hard times for so many of us. Christmas and festive cheer is running low. In response we invite you to a house party where we can be together, listen and talk, and experience some of the finest Caribbean words, thoughts, and sentiments. Literature whether it’s poetry, prose or talking to each other in conversation encourages wellbeing, as does music. Join us.

Photos of Lauren K.Alleyne (top left), John Agard (top right), Andre Bagoo (bottom left) and Safiya Sinclair (bottom right)

Featuring:

John Agard

Grace Nichols

Shara McCallum

Vahni Capildeo

Andre Bagoo

Lauren K. Alleyne

Safiya Sinclair

Tobago Crusoe

Kevin Le Gendre

Khadijah Ibrahiim

Omari Swanston-Jeffers

Plus a new festive story by special guest

Paul Keens Douglas

Please contact us at the time of booking if you have any accessibility needs at email Renaissance One at events@renaissanceone.co.uk.

We encourage donations (suggested £5 minimum) with all proceeds going to The Albany Deptford as part of their crowdfunding campaign to continue their vital community work during this challenging time. Participants will be invited to take part in an evaluation which will help to support its continuation. 

The Care Project: this session is part of The Care Project which has been part funded by Arts Council England.

The event will be held online, on Zoom.

**Please note that Zoom invitations will be sent 1 hour before the event