Monday 17th May 2021
Art and Dissent: Bristol's Radical History
— CrowdcastDr Edson Burton, Lawrence Hoo and Ngaio Anyia discuss how Bristol can reconnect to its past through its history of radical art and activism.
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This event was streamed live from St. George's Bristol.
How do we reconnect to our city’s history in a post-Colston statue, postpandemic society? This panel event will bring together writer and historian Edson Burton, poet and activist Lawrence Hoo, and DJ, singer and presenter Ngaio Anyia for a discussion on the power of poetry and art in radical change and connecting people. Join the trio as they delve into the history of radical BAME arts in Bristol, protest and dissent, and how these movements have contributed to the lifeblood of the city today.
Lyra Festival 2021.
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This event was streamed live from St. George's Bristol.
How do we reconnect to our city’s history in a post-Colston statue, postpandemic society? This panel event will bring together writer and historian Edson Burton, poet and activist Lawrence Hoo, and DJ, singer and presenter Ngaio Anyia for a discussion on the power of poetry and art in radical change and connecting people. Join the trio as they delve into the history of radical BAME arts in Bristol, protest and dissent, and how these movements have contributed to the lifeblood of the city today.
Lyra Festival 2021.
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