London Black Expressions and Afridiziak Theatre News invites you to an informal discussion with a focus on the life of Michael X, black British political activism and black British theatre.  So come along and share your knowledge whether you love theatre, are a critic, playwright, director or actor, or have an opinion on black British politics. Free, light refreshments will be available.

Vanessa Walters, playwright and journalist, will in the house talking about her latest production, Michael X. Michael X was a controversial black power activist from the 1960s and the play is showing until 27th November. Tickets are a mere £5.00 so check it out, more information www.carnivalvillage.org.uk or www.afridiziak.com/theatrenews.

Black Power in 1960s Britain: what can we learn?
With president elect Barack Obama's sweep to power, all attention is on a black British leader being able to achieve the same success. The lives of African American activists such as Malcolm X, Martin Luther King and Rosa Parks and many more, who laid the path for Obama's success, have been well documented. But how much do we know about the work of black British activists and how can we draw on and develop from their experience to nurture the way for a black British leader?

Date: 28th November, 2008 | Time: 7pm

Venue: Royal Commonwealth Club, 25 Northumberland Avenue, London WC2N 5AP
RSVP essential as places are limited: info@afridiziak.com | www.blackexpressions.meetup.com or RSVP through Facebook