African Heritage & Culture events in Sheffield
Sheffield has a wide range of ‘African Heritage’ themed cultural events on offer throughout the year. Whether you want to be empowered, educated or entertained, there's something for everyone to enjoy. From fascinating talks, thought-provoking words and images, to music that will get your blood pumping and feet tapping – Sheffield has it all!
Events listed here are collated by the African Heritage Culture Forum, who work in partnership with organisations across Sheffield to help raise awareness, educate and support the recognition of the city’s diverse history and African heritage culture.
For more information visit their website here: www.africanheritage.org.uk
African Heritage & Culture events
A Doll's House (Crucible Theatre)
A new Sheffield Theatre's production of Henrik Ibsen’s powerful drama, directed by Elin Schofield and adapted by Olivier award winner Chris Bush. Showing in the Crucible 21 September - 12 October.
Black History Month 2024 Film Festival
In celebration of Black History Month 2024, Showroom Cinema celebrates the strength, creativity, and resilience of the Black and POC community.
Belle
Part 2 of a film double bill and showing as part of Black History Month 2024 - Intergenerational Fusion: Empowering Black Minds.
Playing Away
Part 1 of a film double bill and showing as part of Black History Month 2024 - Intergenerational Fusion: Empowering Black Minds.
The Last King of Scotland (Ugandan Independence Celebration)
Showing as part of Black History Month 2024 - Intergenerational Fusion: Empowering Black Minds.
Bob Vylan
Anyone who’s seen Bob Vylan and their ferocious brand of hip-hop and punk before knows how good this is gonna be – they visit the Leadmill for a very special show this Halloween.
Lennox Lewis
Come along for an exclusive opportunity to hear first-hand accounts of Lennox Lewis’s legendary fights and delve into the dedication and discipline that shaped his remarkable career.
The Wailers
Bands don’t come much more iconic than this – reggae legends The Wailers perform Legend – The Best of Bob Marley in full at The Leadmill this September.
The Stylistics
Direct from Philadelphia USA, one of the most Legendary Soul Artists Of all time. The Stylistics remain the real deal, fabulously entertaining and Musically breath-taking.
Fanfare! Trumpet Classics
Having made waves with recent performances at Wigmore Hall and the BBC Proms, rising star trumpeter Aaron Akugbo makes his Sheffield debut. Citing Louis Armstrong as his greatest musical influence, this charismatic performer presents an eclectic mix of works.
