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Hundreds of people gathered at Bradford Arts Centre on October 9, 2026, to celebrate African heritage and Black History Month through theatre, music, poetry, dance and cultural storytelling.
Organised by Black and Interracial Women in Bradford (BIWIB), led by Dr Osemeike Gloria Eyieyien, the event was themed “100 Years of Black History… in Honouring Our Communities.”
A major highlight was 10 Decades, a theatrical production directed by Ehijie Jefery Ebhodaghe, which explored the struggles, resilience and achievements of Black communities across generations.
Artistic programmer Mojola Oni coordinated the creative programme, while cultural storyteller Love Babalola helped shape the event’s campaign and documented key perspectives through interviews with prominent guests.
Those interviewed included Bradford’s Lord Mayor, Councillor Chris Herd; Bradford UK City of Culture CEO, Daniel Bates; Dr Eyieyien; and Bradford Cathedral Dean, Jonathan Triffitt.
The celebration also attradrewemics, civic leaders and ,community advocates, including Dr Olushola Kolawole, Ghufrana Qureshi, Dr Pedi Obani and ,Sandra Brown, highlighting the importance of collaboration across cultural, academic, health and ,community sectors.
Beyond celebrating Black heritage, the event underscored the arts’ role in preserving history, amplifying community voices, and fostering cultural pride across generations.
