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Events on Thursday 24th September

“He hits and swerves at extreme stereotypes of cultural and social class. The masks of men as a form of personal defense against the self and the world we live in today. The consequences of boredom on the psyche are ripped open through physical labor on stage. Teetering on the fine lines between comedy and tragedy. To find the importance of self-belief. No matter where you are from, what class you are placed. There are essential needs of love ingrained in all of us. Removing the masks of ego and cultural affectations we hope to find a common ground of truth and hope.”
From: Hope Hunt and the Ascension into Lazarus

“This is the situation today, when we are at 1.4°C above pre-industrial levels; currently, we are on track for 2.6°C. Despite this urgency more fossil fuels are being extracted and burned than before and in some cases consumption is not only increasing but accelerating. Many of the effects of climate change are now irreversible and as global temperatures rise more climate tipping points will be triggered, making further irreversible changes. As the far-right is in power or on the rise across the globe, the political conditions to decarbonise and adapt become more hostile. There is no sugar-coating it: the current trajectory is bleak. So what can be done?”
From: On Burning Planet, What Do We Do?

“Exploring Birdsong are stepping into a new era with their stunning new single, ‘Romanticise’, out today! The alt-pop trio showcase a richer and more expansive element to their newest effort - a mature evolution from the organic rawness of their piano-led roots. Despite the shift in sound, the three-piece hasn’t sacrificed any of the emotional intimacy or genre-blending beauty that sets them apart.”
From: Exploring Birdsong + special guests

“Left Cultures will delve deep into the left’s cultural past to discuss gems of storytelling within film, literature, music, art and poetry. Culture which has influenced and inspired an eclectic bunch of comrades to continue in this tradition by creating new cultural endeavours on the left today. Colliding together the past and present to celebrate the power and rich diversity of storytelling on the left with personal accounts, beautifully illustrated throughout. Launch tickets include one drink, and there will be a paid bar available. Presented by bookhaus.”
From: Left Cultures 5th Edition Launch Party