Liverpool Black History Month Events for 2024

It’s back – and it’s the biggest yet! Liverpool Black History Month is in full swing, and there’s a diverse schedule of events to suit every taste. From art exhibitions to live music performances, film screenings to dance showcases, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

To help you navigate this exciting month, we’ve curated a selection of events in four categories: Art & Exhibitions, Music, Film & Theatre, and Dance. Scroll down for our handpicked Liverpool Black History Month Events in 2024.

For Art and Exhibition Enthusiasts

Now you see me: Chris Day | Contemporary Art
An incredible mixed-media and blown glass installation by artist Chris Day.
6th August 2024 – 24th November 2024 | Walker Art Gallery, L3 8EL

Inspirational Black Scousers | Exhibition
A tour showcasing inspiring Black British figures from Liverpool.
1st October 2024 – 23rd October 2024 | Royal Albert Dock, L3 4AQ

Stitching Souls: Threads of Silence | Exhibition
An installation by British Trinidadian artist Karen McLean.
28th September 2024 – 2nd March 2025 | Walker Art Gallery, L3 8EL

For Music Lovers

Black Music Exhibition | Toxteth Library
A multimedia showcase of UK reggae legends.
1st October 2024 –  31st October 2024 | Toxteth Library, L8 1XF

The Real Thing | Performance
Original Vocalists Chris Amoo and Dave Smith reunite for a new album tour and their first original material in 44 years.
Friday 4 October 2024 | 7:30pm | Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, L1 9BP

Vocal Performance and Stage Presence for Singers
Two week singing project focusing on developing technique, stage presence, and confidence – with Jennifer John.
8th October 2024 – 15th October 2024 | The Blackie, L1 5EW

Lady Nade Sings Nina Simone
Award-winning singer Lady Nade pays tribute to Nina Simone with this high energy performance.
11th October 2024 | Liverpool Philharmonic, L1 9BP

Ronnie Foster | Performance
Catch legendary American funk and soul jazz organist Ronnie Foster on tour with son Chris Foster on drums and guitarist Michael O’Neill.
15th October 2024 | Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, L1 9BP

 

For Film & Theatre Buffs

Bushman (1971) | Film Screening 
This international arthouse film follows a Nigerian student in San Francisco during the late 1960s, exploring his cultural struggles and experiences with love and racism.
15th October | FACT Liverpool, L1 4DQ | 7pm

Identity Crisis | Solo-Performance
Phina Oruche’s Identity Crisis explores the complexities of identity through nine diverse characters.
11th October 2024 – 12 October, 2024 | Shakespeare North Playhouse, L34 3AB

Play On! | Play
A jazz-infused reimagining of Twelfth Night exploring female success in a man’s world.
15th October 2024 – 19th October 2024 | Liverpool Playhouse, L1 1EL

Danesha by Box of Tricks Theatre | Play
A coming-of-age story exploring black culture, queer joy and finding your authentic self.
26th October 2024 | Unity Theatre, L1 9BG

 

For Dance Devotees

Island Movements | Ballet Performance
A ballet performance exploring Windrush and its impact on generations
18th October 2024 | Central Library, L3 8EW

African Routes Revival | 2 Day Event
2 day event celebrating Black dance, with performances, workshops and more.
25th October 2024 – 26th October 2024 | The Blackie, L1 5EW

Black British Ballet and its History by Dr. Sandie Bourne

A talk exploring the rich history of Black British ballet dancers.
2nd November 2024 | Central Library, L3 8EW

Dance Photography Workshop
A session for photographers to learn more about movement and dance photography.
2nd November 2024 | Central Library, L3 8EW

We hope you find this guide useful. There’s a way for everyone to discover and appreciate Black history and culture – these are just a fraction of the events on offer. Click here for a full list of Liverpool Black History Month Events for 2024.