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Hello!
The clocks have gone back, the nights are drawing in and winter is officially here. Luckily for the Serendipity team, we have lots of exciting projects to keep us going!
With 2015 not too far away, we thought we would look back on some of the highlights of this year. We also have lots to look forward to!
Here's to another busy and exciting year ahead!
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A look back at Black History Month 2014
Launching at Curve with the talents of Iesher Haughton, Femi Santiago and Bizzi Dixon, and John Simmit, it was fantastic to see so many people come together for a wonderful evening of entertainment to celebrate BHM 2014. October was filled with events from film screenings to poetry sharings, and several musical events, showcasing the best of Black Arts in the UK.
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After a wonderful Black History Month 2014, we are looking forward to working with the emerging Black Artists in BHM Live as they create new work to showcase next Spring. We are also thrilled to be able to announce that we will be celebrating the launch of Black History Month 2015 with none other than Jamaica's first lady of Jazz, Myrna Hague. Throughout October 2015 we will be celebrating the centenary of Billie Holiday's Birthday, and we will share further details with you soon about the other fantastic things we have planned!
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Creolizing Dance in a Global Age
We are thrilled to announce that Verene A. Shepherd will be contributing the introductory paper and to confirm that Henri Matisse's 'Creole Dancer' will be the cover for the publication. The book will be published next spring, but you can pre-order your copy here. It will also be available for a special price when purchasing tickets for 'Biography' at LDIF 2015.
Artwork: Succession H. Matisse/DACS 2014, Photo: François Fernandez 2011, Design: The Unloved
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Signatures: Call for Commissions
Signatures is a platform for nurturing and supporting undiscovered talent; showcasing new work by emerging dancers, choreographers and recent dance graduates.
Click here to apply,
Deadline: Thursday 11 December 2014, 5pm
Ellen Booth, Photo: Imaan Hakeem
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Let's Dance International Frontiers 2015
You might have noticed a few changes already. We are busy preparing for the official relaunch of new look Let's Dance International Frontiers. We're hoping to go live with more information soon, so keep on the look out!
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Festival Quartiers Danses 2014
In September, Pawlet Brookes, Artistic Director of Serendipity, had the opportunity to attend Festival Quartiers Danses in Montreal, Canada and see a great programme of national and international work.
Pawlet Brookes, Rafik Hubert Sabbagh, Quartiers Danse & Cristina Castro, VIVADANÇA, Photo: Jackie Hopfinger
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World War 1 Centenary Calendars
Interested in learning more about the Commonwealth war effort? Contact Eric Pemberton at Banyan to purchase an fact filled commemorative calendar.
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Volunteers
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer for Serendipity please email info@serendipity-uk.com. It is a fantastic opportunity to meet and work with industry professionals and gain hands on experience. We will be holding meetings early next year in preparation for LDIF 2015.
Photo: Imaan Hakeem
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TNMCP
The Nelson Mandela Community Programme is a non-profit charitable organisation in Leicester aiming to erect a statue of Nelson Mandela and work within the African community. For more information visit the website.
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We're moving home!
From January 2015, Serendipity's Leicester base will be at De Montfort University, who have very generously offered to provide us with office space. Keep an eye out for details of our new address. We can't wait to move in!
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Membership
Starting from £10 a year for Associate membership and £5 a year for Students, Serendipity membership offers a range of benefits including special offers and other goodies. Visit our website for more.
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