Utopia Theatre’s Africa Day Extravaganza Lights Up Sheffield!

Relive the vibrant Africa Day celebrations at Utopia Theatre in Sheffield in this recap!

This special event showcases the essence of African culture through mesmerising performances, food and inspiring speeches. Some of the artists included Guy Kelton Jones & The Gorgeous Black, an exhilarating blend of soulful tunes and captivating rhythms.

Sheffield's Mulembas d'Africa brought traditional dance and music to life with a modern twist while Jide Adeyemi kept everyone in spirit with powerful fusion of drumming and storytelling. Speakers who graced the event included Maxine Greaves, Chair of Utopia Theatre, sharing her insights alongside Mojisola Kareem, Artistic Director of Utopia Theatre who discussed the theatre's mission and the significance of Africa Day in Sheffield. 📜 Special Performance by: Poet Laureate Danae Wellington, whose evocative words and performance add a profound touch to the celebration.