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THEATRE – The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea invite you to a reading of Michael X, a new play by VANESSA WALTERS directed by DAWN WALTON on Tuesday 26 February at The Theatre, Kensington Central Library, Phillimore Walk, London W8 7RK . Doors open 6:45 for 7.30pm . This is a FREE event but seat reservation is recommended . RSVP: Arts@rbkc.gov.uk

THEATRE – After 40 years building a home in London , Agnes is retiring to Ghana . Her final wish is for her sons to live together under the same roof when she is gone. But her eldest, Sol, is living with a girlfriend who Agnes loathes and won't move home until Agnes accepts her. While younger brother Caleb will do whatever it takes to inherit the house and not share it with Sol. Paines Plough in association with Oval House Theatre present House of Agnes by Levi David Addai, directed by George Perrin 4-29 March. MORE>>

DVD – THE FIRST BLACK BRITONS From Sweet Patootee productions, a major resource for schools and life-long learners. Actor/Comedian, Gary Beadle, uncovers the incredible story of how 11,000 slaves, saved Britain in the Napoleonic Wars shaped history in the Caribbean, Britain and Africa, as the West India Regiment (1795-1927). Available at Borders and online. Call Beckmanngroup +44 01624 816 585 MORE>>

DVD – DESMONDS All four series is at last available to own on DVD. The award-winning 90s Channel 4 sitcom about a West Indian barbershop based in Peckham, south London. The best ever Black British sitcom stars Ram John Holder as Porkpie, Carmen Munroe, Robbie Gee and the late Norman Beaton as Desmond. Available from 1 October.

SHOW – Mahogany Models search to find UK’s top male and female Models of Colour culminates on 10 November at the Arsenal Emirates stadium. A total of 25 female and 10 male finalists from the regional heats have gone through to the finals. Don't MISS IT MORE>>

PETITION – Join the campaign to print a ten pound note with an iconic figure of an individual who was both consciously and physically affected by Slave Trade. The campaign recognises the economic contribution slavery made to the wealth of this country by those who were enslaved.