Black Heroes Foundation

The Story of Claudia Jones

25 June

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Theatre / Performance

This play tells the story of Claudia Jones, Trinidadian born, US immigrant, political activist, victim of the USA McCarthy era, deported to England in the early 1960s, introducing the first West Indian carnival in London at St Pancras Town Hall, precursor to the world-famous Notting Hill Carnival.

It is a riot of storytelling, with colour, sound, emotion, and audience participation. Using a multitude of medium with innovative blends of drama, song, photography and film.

Authors: Jennifer Farmer & Joyce Fraser OBE

Director: Dr Anni Domingo

Actors: Montana Mascoll, Ziah Gayle & Misie Goode

Sound Design: VamvaSoundDesign. Stage Manager: Marcia Newman.

Producer: Joyce Fraser OBE, of Black Heroes Foundation

A true celebration during the week that Windrush Day falls.

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