Black Theatres in the uk
Arcola
Our in-house productions are complemented by groundbreaking work in Studio 2 from some of the most exciting young companies in the world. Arcola is much more than an arts venue and runs one of the most extensive multi-cultural community and youth programmes in East London providing much needed resources and training. (London E8)
Blue Mountain Theatre
Necessity is the mother of Invention! Blue Mountain Theatre was created in 1989 to redress the balance of the lamentable lack of theatre on offer to the average black theatre patron. The only theatre specifically aimed at a black audience was either South African and of an intensely political nature or Shakespearean text with black faces. These works were all heavily Art Council funded, with a view to attracting a black audience and inevitably played to near empty houses with not a black face in sight. We personally have sat through such performances where the audience numbered six people - until intermission and then it was none. (London SE6)
The Hackney Empire
The Hackney Empire, situated in the heart of the East End, in the cultural borough for the 2012 games is one of London's most important, popular arts complexes. Built in 1901 by legendary architect Frank Matchum, the Hackney Empire presents a kaleidoscope of entertainment ranging through from comedy, variety, music, dance to drama, opera and family shows. (London E8)
Half Moon
Half Moon Young People’s Theatre aims to produce and present professional theatre for and with young people that informs, challenges and shapes their artistic potential, placing these creative experiences at the core of our policies and practices. The company principally serves London and works exclusively with young people from birth to age 17, placing a particular emphasis upon engaging those often excluded in terms of culture (ethnicity) and ability (disability). (London E1)
The Drum
The Drum is dedicated to developing and promoting contemporary art and culture of British African, Asian and Caribbean communities. Through its various initiatives, The Drum located in Aston, Birmingham, will continually strive to become a centre of national and international renown firmly rooted within its local community. It is a place where contemporary Black arts flourish and are enjoyed, nurturing and broadening the appreciation of these arts for audiences and participants from the whole community – Black and White. (Birmingham B6)
Afridizia
Afridiziak's Theatre News is an online publication which celebrates African-Caribbean theatre. (London)