{"title": "Storm: An Irish Nigerian Family Story", "start": "2026-11-12T19:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Irish Cultural Centre", "address": "5 Black's Road, Hammersmith, W6 9DT", "price": "£10", "price_from": "10.00", "price_to": "10.00", "tickets_url": "https://irishculturalcentre.ticketsolve.com/shows/1173691715/events", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["literature/spoken-word/storytelling", "society/queer"], "description": "An evening of storytelling, poetry, photography, film and music at the Irish Cultural Centre. Two London Irish Nigerian brothers, the poet and playwright Gabriel Gbadamosi and the retired storyteller David Gbadamosi, evoke the life of their older brother Storm, a gay black Irishman, and pay tribute to their younger brother Nick. 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Speakers include Yinka Ilori, a multi-disciplinary artist and designer whose bold visual language draws on his British-Nigerian heritage; illustrator and designer DaRynci (aka Daryn Roongrawewan), who crafts ornamental icons and animations; and Simon Elvins and Roy Barker of London's independent creative and advertising company Wonderhood Studios, discussing their local Soho community work. The event takes place in partnership with Affinity and Cavalry by Canva, with drinks and snacks from sponsors El Rayo Tequila and Lovecorn when doors open. 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The first session of the series covers the first incantation, Igbo spirituality, in particular spiritual courts, and the first chapter, discussing spiritual parallels and the before, in the middle and afterlife. It is run by the West African Literary Circle and designed as a relaxed, welcoming space for open discussion and community connection, open to readers of all backgrounds. 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The People Speak collaborate with Our Adoption Project on the event, which aims to challenge traditional narratives around adoption through reflection, storytelling and creative perspectives. The project foregrounds lived experience, examining family and identity beyond conventional framing and letting multiple viewpoints coexist. The exhibition will run at PINK, Hilton House, Stockport, after the launch.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/our-adoption-project-a-soft-inheritance-launch-event-42615/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/e5fba018d492792d34739a75e9ee4b06b8297324fbbc0bb0821bf78010fc5f58-2000.webp"}, {"title": "The Lost Property Library", "start": "2026-10-31T14:35:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Discover Children's Story Centre", "address": "High Street 383-387, E15 4QZ London", "price": "£4", "price_from": "4.00", "price_to": "4.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["stage/childrens-theatre"], "description": "The Lost Property Library is an interactive performance where forgotten objects tell unforgettable stories. A Station Master welcomes visitors to a place where lost stories, memories and objects are archived and kept safe, with trunks and suitcases brimming with tales and adventures to discover. It is presented by Half Moon and created by Wrongsemble, an award-winning theatre company known for imaginative, inclusive experiences for young audiences. Perfect for the whole family, with some elements best enjoyed by young explorers aged 2-9, it was originally commissioned by The British Library and supported by The Leeds Storytelling Festival.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/the-lost-property-library-41349/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/837056f1b340fe11c7a7c87a5bd507a2c4a06c039a28dc2fe489a43c2be0974c-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Adam Garcia’s Emerald Storm", "start": "2026-11-03T14:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Queen's Theatre", "address": "RM11 1QT Hornchurch", "price": "£26.70 | £31.70 | £34.70 | £36.70, Access £26.70", "price_from": "26.70", "price_to": "36.70", "tickets_url": "https://queens-theatre.co.uk/book?pid=19579&iid=381801", "category": "dance", "tags": ["dance/tap"], "description": "Adam Garcia’s Emerald Storm is a dance show direct from the West End, blending dance, music and voice into a driving, immersive experience. It is produced by and stars Adam Garcia, known for Coyote Ugly and Saturday Night Fever, leading the production for the first time. Britain’s Got Talent finalist Tom Ball performs live, and the show fuses the fire of Irish dance with the grit of urban tap. A company of world-class dancers and live musicians deliver thunderous footwork, precision choreography and a bold contemporary edge.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/adam-garcias-emerald-storm-64299/", "official_url": "https://queens-theatre.co.uk/shows-items/adam-garcias-emerald-storm-2/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/891fea174f852affa651694f35b47050811fb4d5da113085344b873e96943880-600.webp"}]}