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Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Behind the scenes: Storytelling at the National Theatre by Lara Akinnawo

Lara Akinnawo reveals the unique experience of taking part in a storytelling workshop with Inua Ellams at the National Theatre.

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Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Review: Queen Pokou by Lara Akinnawo

A West African woman from the eighteenth-century is not your typical theatre protagonist. Queen Pokou, an intimate play byDean Atta, is based on an inspirational story of a woman who lived a…

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Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Spotlight On: SLAMbassadors by Lara Akinnawo

Joelle Taylor chats about the development of spoken word and performance poetry in the UK and the Poetry Society's exciting SLAMbassadors championship for young people.

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Friday, November 25, 2011

Review: Old Me by Lara Akinnawo

Polarbear's new show, Old Me, is a sincere account of a life that has drastically changed in a short space of time. Through his straight forward and articulate storytelling, we are introduce…

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Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Polarbear at The Roundhouse by Lara Akinnawo

Spoken word artist Polarbear discusses his writing influences and unique performance style as his new show Old Me opens at the Roundhouse.

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Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Indigenous cultures celebrated at Origins " Festival of First Nations by Lara Akinnawo

Cultural events and festivals are typically about bringing people together. However, Origins – Festival of First Nations takes it a step further; bringing people who have generally bee…

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Monday, May 23, 2011

Science gets sexy " The Rap Guide to Evolution by Lara Akinnawo

Baba Brinkman is a rapper first and foremost, though you wouldn't be wrong to label him an educator, performer or actor in the same breath. However, this is not a rapper who wants to educate…

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Thursday, May 12, 2011

Review: Slightly Fat Features by Lara Akinnawo

No, 'Slightly Fat' is not an ironically named weight-loss group; it’s an ensemble of seven multi-talented performers who boast an infinite list of skills including; music, juggling, un…

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Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Slightly Fat Features: variety is the spice of life by Lara Akinnawo

Being taught how to unicycle and juggle in a public space while strangers glance at you as they walk by, is exactly the kind of hilariously random situation that can only be enjoyed by spend…

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