Brixton Culture Capital | 28.08.2024
Brixton Culture Capital | 28.08.2024
Join The Big Brixton Street Parade with Brixton Chamber Orchestra
Carnival might be over, but the parades are only just beginning…
Did you know that the O2 Academy used to be called the Astoria Theatre? Back in the early 1900s, when dance halls and big bands were at their party peak, tons of famous orchestras and big bands came to the Astoria Theatre to perform, attracting huge crowds ready to dance the night away.
As reggae, punk and electronic music swept through Brixton’s vibrant music scene, the big band dream smouldered in the background, while local jazz ensembles and community orchestras kept the spirit alive. And now, the Brixton Chamber Orchestra are bringing it back in a big way!
From Beethoven to Beyoncé, from Mozart to Motown, Funk and New Orleans, this brilliant Brixton ensemble has got something for everyone and just a bit more. Join them at 1:30pm on Windrush Square on Sunday 1st September, and follow the parade as it goes!
Best Bookshops in Brixton 📚
Shout-Out to All The Banging Books in Brixton
Brixton Library has a glow-up. Expect better study areas, private meeting booths, extra toilets and a brand new lift to make the space fully accessible. But for when you just have to own a copy of that library book you loved, where should you go?
Round Table Books: This gorgeous inclusive bookshop exists to celebrate underrepresented authors, writers and illustrators. Go and find your new fave!
Bookmongers Brixton: Heads up all you second hand book babes. This timeless shop is packed full of pre-loved gems. Dig through and see what you find!
Book Stop Brixton: Free books? Yes please. This gorgeous community project at 10 Somerleyton Road gives away books to the residents of Brixton. We love it.
Herne Hill Books: Heading to Herne Hill market? Stop off at this lovely little independent bookshop on your way. And while you’re there…
Oxfam Books: Pick up a gem in Oxfam Books. This is also a great place to donate any books that you don’t need anymore!
CULTURE AND EVENTS
That's Drag Bingo Show
Date: 31st August
Ready for an unforgettable Saturday night? 'That’s Drag' Bingo isn't just a game, it’s an adventure in Brixton filled with laughs, glamour, and a dash of sass! With tasty food from Flava Brixton, it’s the ideal night out. Get your tickets here.
The Gospel Service Brunch at The Blues Kitchen
Date: 7th September
Bottomless brunch with a gospel choir? Um, yes please. This new weekly event at The Blues Kitchen promises incredible DJs and a live gospel choir singing the best in Hip-Hop, Soul and R&B gems. Expect Beyonce, Erykha Badhu, Stevie Wonder and more.
Zumba Fitness for New Mammas and Mammas-To-Be
Date: 2nd September
Whether you’re growing a human or you’ve got a brand new one attached to you, this welcoming and inclusive class will keep you feeling fit and healthy. Your baby stays right there with you and is part of the workout. Get to know your community!
"Island of Brixton": In the wake of Empire Windrush — Walk
Date: 8th September
Brush up on your history with this guided walk, which focuses on the experiences of the passengers of the Empire Windrush who made their home in 1940s and 1950s Brixton. This walk is part of the Lambeth Heritage Festival 2024. Check it out!
Paradise by Bek Wa Goro at Brixton House
Date: 31st August
Embark on a transcendent musical journey with Bek Wa Goro as he presents his latest album, ‘Paradise’ in concert at Brixton House. Prepare to be captivated by the soul of R&B, the groove of funk, the pulse of afrobeat, and the spirit of gospel. Tickets here.
TheBccList Film Guide: Must watch films at Ritzy Cinema
Sing Sing: Divine G, imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he didn’t commit, finds purpose by acting in a theatre group with other incarcerated men.
Alien: Romulus: While scavenging the deep ends of a derelict space station, a group of young space colonizers come face to face with the most terrifying life form in the universe. A prequel to the hugely successful film Alien.
Cuckoo: 17-year-old Gretchen leaves America to live with her father, who has moved to the German Alps with his new family. Through strange noises and bloody visions, she uncovers a shocking secret that also concerns her own family.
Black Dog: Released from jail, Lang returns to his hometown in Northwest China. As part of a dog patrol tasked with clearing stray dogs before the 2008 Olympics, he bonds with a black stray and they embark on a new journey together.
For tickets and more information, visit The Ritzy Picturehouse.
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