{"title": "Jazz Dance in British Culture", "start": "2026-10-06T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2026-11-29T00:00:00Z", "place": "St. Margaret's House", "address": "Old Ford Road 15-23, E2 9PJ London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "exhibitions-museums", "tags": ["history/black-history", "dance"], "description": "An exhibition exploring how African Diasporic Jazz dance has shaped British culture from the 18th century to the present day, from the Cakewalk to UK Jazz. It is presented by the Jazz Dance Collective, an educational hub for Tap Dance, Authentic Jazz and UK Jazz, as part of Black History Month. The show traces jazz dance's journey from early tap rhythms through the Foxtrot, Charleston and Lindy Hop to Rock 'n' Roll, Motown and today's street dance, highlighting pioneers such as Billy Waters, Josephine Baker and Buddy Bradley. It is the first exhibition of its kind in Britain to place dance, rather than music, at the centre of the story, and is shown at The Gallery Cafe.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/jazz-dance-in-british-culture-38804/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/df85ffb2d1b690313cdf8f41e63bcae1aa7994657e1264b56bc42367648ba787-2000.webp", "dates": [{"start": "2026-10-06T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2026-11-29T00:00:00Z", "place": "St. Margaret's House", "address": "Old Ford Road 15-23, E2 9PJ London", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "New Black British Sound x BBC Introducing", "start": "2026-11-12T18:30:00Z", "end": "2026-11-12T21:30:00Z", "place": "V&A East Museum", "address": "Carpenters Road 107, E20 2AR London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.vam.ac.uk/info/buy-membership", "category": "concerts", "tags": ["society/black-culture/black-british", "music"], "description": "An evening of live music, networking and a panel conversation titled 'New Black British Sound x BBC Introducing' at V&A East Museum. It is run by BBC Introducing Live together with BBC Radio 1Xtra in partnership with V&A East Museum, celebrating the museum's exhibition The Music is Black: A British Story. A panel hosted by BBC Introducing's Angelle Joseph, with speakers including V&A East's Josephine Small, looks at key moments in Black British music history and how the UK industry can support young Black artists. An open mic hosted by BBC Radio 1Xtra Introducing's Theo Johnson gives nine artists the chance to perform live for BBC Introducing.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/new-black-british-sound-x-bbc-introducing-40095/", "official_url": "https://www.vam.ac.uk/event/RwGL37RqpD/new-black-british-sound-x-bbc-introducing-nov-2026", "image": "https://noky.io/images/7220b15f5dda4434b888bc624ed4ba543164d9dc44e7abfb29095f4d110f713b-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Finn Carter & Stephanie Burrell", "start": "2026-11-12T19:45:00Z", "end": "2026-11-12T22:30:00Z", "place": "Vortex Jazz Club", "address": "Gillett Square 11, N16 8AZ London", "price": "Standard £16 / Vortex Members £8 / Students & UC beneficiaries £7", "price_from": "16.00", "price_to": "16.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.universe.com/events/finn-carter-stephanie-burrell-tickets-SGTW3Y?ref=website", "category": "concerts", "tags": ["music/jazz"], "description": "A live performance at a jazz club pairing piano and dance, exploring improvisation and communication between the two forms. Pianist and composer Finn Carter, a fixture of London's jazz scene who has also worked with Loyle Carner, Olivia Dean and Rex Orange County, leads a new project as part of his monthly residency. He is joined by Stephanie Burrell, an artist whose dance and choreography practice fuses improvisation with theatrical modes of performance shaped by jazz.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/finn-carter-stephanie-burrell-40201/", "official_url": "https://www.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/finn-carter-stephanie-burrell/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/3879cadd82a272eb27b71b21b85b5e0dcbb1dc303a0885aa9d4093f4dfcb022b-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Soul II Soul", "start": "2026-10-30T20:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "London Palladium", "address": "Argyll Street 7-8, W1F 7TF London", "price": "From £54.80", "price_from": "54.80", "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "https://lwtheatres.co.uk/whats-on/", "category": "concerts", "tags": ["music/soul-funk/soul"], "description": "A live concert by the British group Soul II Soul at The London Palladium, part of their October 2026 tour. Led by Jazzie B, the collective emerged from 1980s London soundsystem culture and became known for their 'Funki Dred' style. They are behind hits like 'Keep On Movin'' and 'Back To Life', have sold millions of albums and won two Grammy Awards. The night promises their classic anthems alongside the immersive experience that has defined them for nearly four decades.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/soul-ii-soul-46091/", "official_url": "https://lwtheatres.co.uk/whats-on/soul-ii-soul/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/20815dacdbb5b1213dc4a47b0f0d7f14660ec01f20159c531f55e7ed7e55a763-600.webp"}, {"title": "Windrush Food Culture exhibition", "start": "2026-10-25T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2027-01-03T00:00:00Z", "place": "National Maritime Museum", "address": "Romney Road, SE10 9NF London", "price": "Free entry", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://tickets.rmg.co.uk/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=RMG&c=NMMADM&_ga=2.133473422.1846607018.1598255866-1436723164.1598255866&_gl=1*iyd58c*_gcl_au*NjcyNjU5ODEzLjE3NjA2OTQ2MzQ.*_ga*MTU4MTkxODI3NC4xNzYwNjk0NjM0*_ga_7JJ3J5DBF6*czE3NjE2NjE3MDEkbzI5JGcxJHQxNzYxNjY1MjUzJGozOCRsMCRoMA..", "category": "exhibitions-museums", "tags": ["food-drink/food-culture", "society/migration"], "description": "Windrush Food Culture is a free exhibition about Windrush food culture and its impact on Britain through the decades, from the margins to the mainstream. It explores how the Windrush Generation brought their flavours, memory, resilience, creativity and techniques to post-war Britain, tracing food as comfort, survival, celebration, resistance and sustenance. The exhibition is produced by the National Windrush Museum in collaboration with Royal Museums Greenwich.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/windrush-food-culture-exhibition-41749/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/c043dcff527e524d789a1eb6b8a8513fdb0b146250d9686979ee56c863cf0c87-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Marking African History Season: It Was Also About Other Black Musics", "start": "2026-10-31T18:00:00Z", "end": "2026-10-31T20:00:00Z", "place": "Harlesden Library", "address": "Craven Park Road, NW10 8SE London", "price": "Free event", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.brent.gov.uk/parking-roads-and-travel/parking/parking-permits", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["music/soul-funk/soul", "history/local-history"], "description": "A talk and listening event exploring Harlesden and Brent's role in black music beyond reggae, covering genres from soul, jazz, funk and hip-hop to Afrobeat through the area's record shops, clubs, venues and radio stations. Visitors are welcome to bring a vinyl record with a Brent connection to play and discuss, and families are invited. Kwaku, an independent history researcher, historical musicologist and Brent resident, is behind it. No booking is required.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/marking-african-history-season-it-was-also-about-other-black-60109/", "official_url": "https://www.brent.gov.uk/events-in-brent/2026/october/marking-african-history-season-it-was-also-about-other-black-musics", "image": ""}, {"title": "Some Like it Swing", "start": "2026-11-06T19:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Genesis Cinema", "address": "Mile End Road 93-95, E1 4UJ London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "party-club", "tags": ["dance/swing/lindy-hop"], "description": "Some Like it Swing is a monthly swing dance night held at Genesis Cinema. Genesis Cinema and SwingdanceUK invite you to a beginners Lindy Hop class taught by Simon, followed by dancing with resident DJ Simon 'Mr Kicks' Selmon and guest DJs playing dance music of the 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond for Lindy Hop, Jitterbug, Jive, Shag and Balboa dancers. It offers a chilled atmosphere where you can meet friends, relax, enjoy a drink or a tasty pizza and dance the night away. Pre-booking for the class is recommended.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/some-like-it-swing-36227/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/3c109781afeba19d93a12ad8153144fb9a65e5aae2d8b8b4cf0943a8fd05f321-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Sculpted Heritage", "start": "2026-10-01T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2026-10-31T00:00:00Z", "place": "Elephant and Castle", "address": "Elephant And Castle 18, SE18 6JY London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "exhibitions-museums", "tags": ["society/migration/diaspora/africa-diaspora", "art/sculpture"], "description": "Sculpted Heritage is a month-long exhibition celebrating the rich artistic traditions of Africa and the African Diaspora. It features a curated selection of sculptures, ceramics and wooden artefacts from Lily Reddie's personal collection, exploring diverse cultural stories, craftsmanship and creative expression. Suitable for all ages, it is on display from 1 to 31 October during library opening hours.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/sculpted-heritage-78653/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/8a0fc11217eacadffd59ad3778f86ef6d3a5d78fb6d78407dcd3020a34559f10-1200.webp"}, {"title": "By Appointment Only: Romani art, culture & heritage", "start": "2026-10-29T00:00:00Z", "end": "2027-01-31T00:00:00Z", "place": "London Museum Docklands", "address": "Hertsmere Road, E14 4AL London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://museumtickets.londonmuseum.org.uk/ticketbooth/products/donation", "category": "exhibitions-museums", "tags": ["art/contemporary", "society/roma-sinti"], "description": "A free display by the London Museum showcasing the work of British Romani artists who share their identity and experiences through visual activism. It centres on three key works by artists Corrina Eastwood, Delaine Le Bas and Dan Turner, with Eastwood as co-curator. Inspired by the trade and industry of London's Docklands, the artworks honour the livelihoods, creativity and craft of Romani communities. A timeline by John-Henry Phillips illustrates their history from 500 CE to 2022, challenging stereotypes and inviting better understanding and connection.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/by-appointment-only-romani-art-culture-heritage-70020/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/145ae4dd21979af50ece806d83519cb34737490716bbcd3f1eb43046d15c1846-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Legacy After Dark", "start": "2026-10-30T00:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Theatre Peckham", "address": "Havil Street 221, SE5 7SB London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "https://theatrepeckham.ticketsolve.com/shows/1173691926/events", "category": "concerts", "tags": ["community/youth", "music/hip-hop", "dance"], "description": "Legacy After Dark is a flagship talent showcase for talented young black artists from across London, featuring performances in singing, rap, dance, and spoken word. It is created and produced by Legacy in Motion, led by Shakeil Edwards and Tyrese Walters, and hosted by Steph not Steve of Wall of Entertainment. The evening is headlined by IMD Legion and MLizzy and celebrates the next generation of artists while helping young people build confidence, gain exposure, and develop their careers.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/legacy-after-dark-38972/", "official_url": "https://www.theatrepeckham.co.uk/show/legacy-after-dark/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/84e2c3764431a73481d3cb4a4e46a00765863a2b3e0035fa97bdda610d94a56a-1200.webp"}, {"title": "The Dance Floor at Sadler's Wells East - Get Into Dance - Funky Social Dance", "start": "2026-11-04T11:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Sadler's Wells", "address": "Rosebery Avenue, EC1R 4TN London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["dance/social-dance"], "description": "Funky Social Dance is a fun, inclusive social dance workshop open to all abilities, exploring a variety of dance styles, occasionally with partner work, set mainly to classic 1970s funk music. It is led by Isaac 'Vitamin' Baptiste, a respected dancer, choreographer and educator with over 20 years' teaching experience and founder of The Imperial Steps Dance Group and Plan Zer0. Participants build fitness, coordination, confidence and musicality in a relaxed, supportive environment that encourages creativity and social connection. No previous dance experience is needed, and the workshops are designed for adults over 18.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/the-dance-floor-at-sadlers-wells-east-get-into-dance-funky-s-74765/", "official_url": "https://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/get-into-dance-funky-social-dance/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/a51a0c98cbd23365b5564d374f26a05e69c3fe4af7e49f3658005835f08900c7-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Lunchtime Dance Class on The Dance Floor - Funky Social Dance", "start": "2026-11-04T13:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Sadler's Wells", "address": "Rosebery Avenue, EC1R 4TN London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["dance/social-dance"], "description": "A free lunchtime dance class on The Dance Floor at Sadler's Wells East, open to all ages and abilities and adapted for seated exercise. It is led by Isaac 'Vitamin' Baptise, a dancer, choreographer and educator with over 20 years' teaching experience who grew up in a Caribbean family and immersed himself in hip hop culture. His fun, inclusive social dance workshops are designed primarily for enjoyment, exploring a variety of dance styles, occasionally including partner work, set mainly to classic 1970s funk music. Participants develop fitness, coordination, confidence and musicality in a relaxed, supportive environment that encourages creativity and social connection.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/lunchtime-dance-class-on-the-dance-floor-funky-social-dance-74766/", "official_url": "https://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/funky-social-dance/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/19387e4e9fc6de9c06634f8b0591cebefab6eb05b0667a658391c1c1379bc7b6-2000.webp"}, {"title": "A Swing Dance Taster Class!", "start": "2026-11-05T19:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Jamboree", "address": "St Chad's Place 6, London", "price": "£7 cash (to Lesta) / Gig + Class tickets also available", "price_from": "7.00", "price_to": "7.00", "tickets_url": "https://wegottickets.com/f/27254", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["dance/swing"], "description": "A Swing Dance Taster Class! is a drop-in, open-level swing dance class at Jamboree in London, with no prior experience required and everyone welcome. It is presented by Lesta Woo, who brings over 15 years of dancing, teaching, performing and competing on the swing scene. The class mixes partnered and solo dancing, blending swing with a little dancehall, hip-hop and plenty of groove. Afterwards, you can try out your new moves when The Cable Street Rag Band play their weekly Thursday set.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/a-swing-dance-taster-class-36708/", "official_url": "https://www.jamboreevenue.co.uk/events/swing-dance-class-in-london-43/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/c2e150e8e0a6e96d4a64fb51636d6a4f3b78005fb4d1970b05fef8411bf19657-600.webp"}, {"title": "Lunchtime Dance Class on The Dance Floor - Afro-Caribbean Fusion", "start": "2026-11-02T13:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Sadler's Wells", "address": "Rosebery Avenue, EC1R 4TN London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": [], "description": "Afro-Caribbean Fusion is a free lunchtime dance class on The Dance Floor at Sadler's Wells East. Led by Miguel Gonzalez, a Cuban-born dancer and Afro-Cuban specialist, it blends Afro-Cuban and Caribbean dance shaped by African rhythmic traditions, Spanish and Indigenous Taíno influences. The energetic session combines traditional movement, rhythm and contemporary influences, developing musicality, coordination and confidence in a fun, inclusive environment. No experience is needed, the classes are adapted for seated exercise and open to all ages and abilities.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/lunchtime-dance-class-on-the-dance-floor-afro-caribbean-fusi-74762/", "official_url": "https://www.sadlerswells.com/take-part/the-dance-floor-at-sadlers-wells-east/lunchtime-dance-classes/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/cfe8b27d6812bcb53d21c23402465c6952db84d8bfb280e54dcde7c7751e080c-1200.webp"}, {"title": "soulcity - a dance thing", "start": "2026-11-07T22:30:00Z", "end": "2026-11-08T03:00:00Z", "place": "The Jazz Cafe", "address": "Parkway 5, NW1 7PG London", "price": "From £6", "price_from": "6.00", "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "party-club", "tags": ["music/electronic/disco"], "description": "soulcity -- a dance thing is a weekly Saturday night club at The Jazz Cafe in London, running from 10.30pm till 3am. It is presented by The Jazz Cafe, with music from the Soul City Resident DJs. The night promises club favourites, dancefloor bangers and great music guaranteed, described as a weekly excuse to stay out later than planned. The event is for those aged 18 and over.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/soulcity-a-dance-thing-46881/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/33f014e51618fb1179a2e156863edc289a6b61b458ddcb1602989926091d6cf6-2000.webp"}, {"title": "The Weight Of Standing", "start": "2026-11-07T00:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Broadway Theatre", "address": "Catford Road, SE6 4RU London", "price": "£10.00", "price_from": "10.00", "price_to": "10.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.broadwaytheatre.org.uk/events/a-place-at-my-table", "category": "theatre", "tags": ["society/black-culture/black-british", "stage/theatre/drama"], "description": "The Weight Of Standing is a world premiere theatre performance celebrating the lives, resilience and enduring legacy of Black older people in Britain. Through intimate storytelling, movement and music, it explores forms of resistance, struggle and survival that have shaped generations, with stories of friendship, family and community at its heart. The work reflects on the strength carried within Black older bodies and the histories they hold, honouring voices that have too often gone unheard. Bold, moving and deeply human, it is a celebration of endurance, memory and collective care.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/the-weight-of-standing-69596/", "official_url": "https://www.broadwaytheatre.org.uk/events/the-weight-of-standing", "image": "https://noky.io/images/b28e7b626949218210950801f1b0893b66d480e9adfac6f5b48980033b1e2db4-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Jack Tyson-Charles Band", "start": "2026-10-31T18:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Jazz @ Pizza Express", "address": "Dean Street 10, W1D 3RW London", "price": "£22", "price_from": "22.00", "price_to": "22.00", "tickets_url": "https://pizzaexpresslive.com/whats-on/jack-tysoncharles-band", "category": "concerts", "tags": ["music/soul-funk/soul"], "description": "A live show by the Jack Tyson-Charles Band at the jazz club at Pizza Express on Dean Street in Soho. The musician Jack Tyson-Charles describes it as his first full live show in a while, playing with full blast and representing Shades of Soul. His music draws on soul, new soul, house and afrofunk, as he marks it himself. The venue on Dean Street has hosted internationally acclaimed music since its first ticketed shows in May 1976.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/jack-tyson-charles-band-36738/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/9ffe3c68e5202ea1d3fb5fdd30ba1eaae65b84ffa3b06a51c305401c1a18fcd9-2000.webp"}]}