Together in Solihull
Together in Solihull is a series of collaborative events showcasing and celebrating the work of Solihull Council, local schools and colleges, faith and voluntary sector groups and community organisations in supporting newly arrived-communities to our town.
Monday 19th June 17:00 to 20:00, Together in Solihull Festival, The Core, Solihull, B91 3RG
A celebration of the contribution, creativity, and diversity of the many different cultures and ethnicities that make up our unique town.
Featuring:
- Ukrainian folk band Muha
- Hong Kong opera
- Theatre from Company Apidae
- Bhangra from Sohan Kailey
- Exhibits celebrating new communities in Solihull including artwork from Ukraine, South Asia, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong
- Photography by celebrated Hong Kong photographer, Wan Lyun
- A Migration Blanket co-created with asylum seekers and refugees, led by award-winning Artist Salma Zulfiqar, Founder and Director of ARTconnects
- Knitted mural produced jointly by Hong Kong BNO and English women from Shirley celebrating their respective cultures and commonalities
- A personal portfolio of thought-provoking artwork and paintings by a family of British-Ukrainians
A multi-faceted programme to entertain, educate and inspire.