The award-winning MeWe Youth Theatre will be performing their hit play
'Equiano's Cup' on Friday 27th June at Battersea Arts Centre, Lavender Hill
London SW11 5TN. Times 2pm and 7pm.

Set in the 18th and 21st centuries, the production presents a lavish
historical setting juxtaposed with powerful modern youth voices. The action
is informative and uplifting, offering an enjoyable way to learn more about
the life of Olaudah Equiano.

Panel members for the after-play discussion:-

Dr. Hakim Adi, Dr. Hakim Adi, Reader in the History of Africa and the
African Diaspora at Middlesex University, a founder member and currently
chairs the Black and Asian Studies Association.

Dr. Brycchan Carey Reader in English Literature, Kingston University.
Author on the Life of Olaudah Equiano.

Dr Richard Ennals Professor, Kingston University,Chairman, Council for World
Citizenship Board member, UK National Commission for UNESCO, Author, "From
Slavery to Citizenship".

Vikki Hubbard from the International Slavery Museum in Liverpool. 

Dan Lyndon, Advanced Skills Teacher and Head of History at Henry Compton
School as well as the webmaster of www.blackhistory4schools.com 

TICKETS AT CONCESSIONARY PRICE OF £6 TO BASA MEMBERS. Call Battersea Arts
Centre Box office on 020 7223 2223 to book, mentioning 'BASA'.

MeWe Art & Education is an educational charity based in South West
London that uses performing arts to educate and uplift young people. Our
themes are often drawn from the African and Afro-Caribbean community. We
promote learning and enjoyment of 'Black History' through plays and
workshops for schools and the general public. MeWe is run by qualified
teachers. Our youth theatre company is affiliated to the National
Association of Youth Theatres. Please visit www.mewe.org.uk/youth for more
information about us. 

Ann-Marie Olufuwa
Art & Education Manager
MeWe
0208 391 2214
077217 36538