What’s new for Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage

This month’s playlist is inspired by movement and creative expression.  With feel-good tracks and familiar favourites, let July’s playlist brighten your month.  Listen now on Spotify by clicking the button below.

This week Bloomberg Philanthropies announced that over 1,000 cultural organisations are now live on the app!  With over 5 million users and partners spanning over 35 countries, the Bloomberg Connects app aims to make arts and culture accessible to all.

Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage’s guide among many others across the UK and beyond are featured on Bloomberg Connects.  Highlighting our current events and heritage projects, the Serendipity guide is a great free tool for those wishing to engage in our work remotely.

Download the app today and click the button below.

Friday 11 – Sunday 13 July

Acosta Dance Centre, London

£275 | £130

This weekend Alafia, the highly anticipated second edition of the UK’s biggest Afro-Cuban Dance Festival returns!  Hosted at the renowned Acosta Dance Centre from Friday 11 July to Sunday 13 July 2025.  The 2025 festival promises to be even more spectacular, offering an unforgettable experience filled with vibrant performances, immersive workshops, and rich cultural celebrations.

To see the full festival programme and to book your tickets, click the button below.

Saturday 13 September

1pm – 4pm

Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage

£25 | £10

Writing East Midlands presents Meet the Agents for Global Majority Writers.  The event, aimed at aspiring authors, will provide advice and insight into securing a literary agent.  Writing East Midlands have gathered experts from each step of the traditional publishing process, from editor to agent to publisher, bringing them together for an informative and interactive panel discussion and workshop.

This is an opportunity to ask all your burning questions, there is going to be lots of practical advice for you to walk away with and put into action.  For more information and to book your place, click the button below.