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Heritage talk: Black British Ballet, presented by Dr Bourne

Beeston Library, Foster Avenue, Beeston, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG9 1AE

  • 17 Sep 2025
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

A talk through the rich history of Black dancers in British ballet from the 1940s to the present day.

Find out more about the hidden history of Black British ballet from the 1940s to the present day. Hear the stories of the pioneers, from those who were denied work in the UK to those who finally managed to smash the colour bar in Britain’s biggest companies. The talk is followed by a Q&A session.

Timings & Tours

Wednesday 17 September:
2:00pm

Location & directions

Beeston Library, Foster Avenue, Beeston, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG9 1AE

Contact on day:
Beeston Library
Telephone number:
+441623677200

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Booking via Inspire website, Ask Inspire or in person at Beeston Library
Booking contact name:
Beeston Library
Booking email:
[email protected]
Booking website:
https://www.inspireculture.org.uk/whats-on/events/heritage-talk-black-british-ballet-presented-by-dr-bourne-at-beeston-library/
Booking opens:
12 Aug 2025 12:00 AM
Booking closes:
16 Sep 2025 12:00 AM

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
40
Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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