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"Free entry cultural soul extravaganza occurring in the Galleries Underground Car Park!? Come see the Summer of Soul - the great lost concert doc from the watershed 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival (ft. Gladys Knight, Sly Stone, Nina Simone etc.) + immersive busking from the Embassy and spoken word from the eminent Dr Edson Burton."
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A gig on Saturday 29th July. The event starts at 18:00.
24/07/20 - Tickets for the screening of Summer of Soul are now SOLD OUT.
For anyone who has missed out we have released a limited number of standing tickets, first come first served. Anyone who can no longer attend has been asked to re-release their ticket via Headfirst therefore some seated tickets may become available sporadically.
Join us for an electrifying FREE night of soul-stirring rhythms and an unforgettable true story. Experience the ‘greatest concert film of all time’ “Summer of Soul” on the big screen, a documentary that captures the magic of the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival in NYC. Think Mahalia Jackson, Sly and the Family Stone, and Hugh Masakela. Immerse yourself in the energy of the era as we transport you back to a time when music united a community.
Compass Presents and Cinema Rediscovered invite you to step into the world of Summer of Soul in this expanded screening. Expect busker style performances from The Embassy and encounters of Gil Scott Heron inspired prose from esteemed host Dr Edson Burton MBE before taking your seat. Let your host guide you through the evening which will be a live performance, film screening and all-night-party rolled into one.
After the film, stay for an underground party where Bristol’s rich musical heritage takes centre stage. Journeying from R&B and soul classics, moving through to the infectious sounds of funk and house. Our talented DJs will take you on a sonic journey that transcends genres, fusing film with music. Don your flares and practise your moves as we celebrate the music, artists and culture that sprang from late 60s Harlem and landed under a glitter ball in downtown Bristol.
Saturday 29th July. The Galleries Underground Car Park (Fairfax St, Broadmead, BS1 3DX) 6.15PM – 2:30AM
**TICKETS TO THE UNDERGROUND FUNK AND SOUL AFTERPARTY ARE SOLD SEPARATELY**
“Summer of Soul,” directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, is a captivating and powerful documentary that transports viewers back to the summer of 1969, when the forgotten cultural event known as the Harlem Cultural Festival took place in New York City. With a mix of electrifying musical performances and intimate interviews, the film showcases the vibrant spirit and resilience of the Black community during a pivotal moment in American history. From iconic musicians like Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, and Sly and the Family Stone, the film brings to life the joy, energy, and cultural significance of this historic gathering. With its exceptional archival footage and insightful storytelling, “Summer of Soul” celebrates the music, the people, and the enduring legacy of an event that had been overlooked for far too long.
Entry requirements:
For anyone who has missed out we have released a limited number of standing tickets, first come first served. Anyone who can no longer attend has been asked to re-release their ticket via Headfirst therefore some seated tickets may become available sporadically.
Join us for an electrifying FREE night of soul-stirring rhythms and an unforgettable true story. Experience the ‘greatest concert film of all time’ “Summer of Soul” on the big screen, a documentary that captures the magic of the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival in NYC. Think Mahalia Jackson, Sly and the Family Stone, and Hugh Masakela. Immerse yourself in the energy of the era as we transport you back to a time when music united a community.
Compass Presents and Cinema Rediscovered invite you to step into the world of Summer of Soul in this expanded screening. Expect busker style performances from The Embassy and encounters of Gil Scott Heron inspired prose from esteemed host Dr Edson Burton MBE before taking your seat. Let your host guide you through the evening which will be a live performance, film screening and all-night-party rolled into one.
After the film, stay for an underground party where Bristol’s rich musical heritage takes centre stage. Journeying from R&B and soul classics, moving through to the infectious sounds of funk and house. Our talented DJs will take you on a sonic journey that transcends genres, fusing film with music. Don your flares and practise your moves as we celebrate the music, artists and culture that sprang from late 60s Harlem and landed under a glitter ball in downtown Bristol.
Saturday 29th July. The Galleries Underground Car Park (Fairfax St, Broadmead, BS1 3DX) 6.15PM – 2:30AM
**TICKETS TO THE UNDERGROUND FUNK AND SOUL AFTERPARTY ARE SOLD SEPARATELY**
“Summer of Soul,” directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, is a captivating and powerful documentary that transports viewers back to the summer of 1969, when the forgotten cultural event known as the Harlem Cultural Festival took place in New York City. With a mix of electrifying musical performances and intimate interviews, the film showcases the vibrant spirit and resilience of the Black community during a pivotal moment in American history. From iconic musicians like Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, and Sly and the Family Stone, the film brings to life the joy, energy, and cultural significance of this historic gathering. With its exceptional archival footage and insightful storytelling, “Summer of Soul” celebrates the music, the people, and the enduring legacy of an event that had been overlooked for far too long.
Entry requirements:
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