Remption Song - Bicentenary of the Abolition of the Transatlantic Slave Trade Act

As part of this Remembering Slavery 2007 remit, Brighton and Hove City Council’s Arts and Creative Industries Unit commissioned a programme of themed activities under the umbrella title of Redemption Song.The project featured an eclectic series of high-quality and accessible events, which combined educational and culturally appropriate material with mainstream arts activities and family events. The programme also included a mix of young talent, emergent and established artists as well as international professionals.

The year-long Redemption Song campaign commenced in March 2007, funded by Arts Council England and Brighton and Hove City Council. The programme was designed and delivered by Jenni Lewin-Turner of Urbanflo Productions, tailored specifically to promote wider engagement in the arts by offering unique opportunities for under-represented groups to participate. Partners for the project included a diverse range of artists, cultural organisations, practitioners and commercial agencies.

Download a complete PDF report on the Redemption Song programme.






	The Bicentenary of the Abolition of the Transatlantic Slave Trade Act was a major national commemorative campaign, strongly endorsed by DCMS and a feature of the 2007 arts calendar throughout the UK. Redemption Song Events included:
		Free Opening Ceremony on Brighton Seafront. African Snow - a moving play exploring the slave trade. Brighton Hip Hop Festival - Rising Styles graffiti artworks. Peace Picnic and family fun carnival. History of Hair show celebrating afro frashion throughout the ages. Bridgetown to Brighton - exhibiting an authentic Chattel slave hut. Half-Term Creative Workshops. Freedom by Youth - live music and theatre show. Skoolz-Art competition.
	As part of this Remembering Slavery 2007 remit, Brighton and Hove City Council’s Arts and Creative Industries Unit commissioned a programme of themed activities under the umbrella title of Redemption Song.The project featured an eclectic series of high-quality and accessible events, which combined educational and culturally appropriate material with mainstream arts activities and family events. The programme also included a mix of young talent, emergent and established artists as well as international professionals. The year-long Redemption Song campaign commenced in March 2007, funded by Arts Council England and Brighton and Hove City Council. The programme was designed and delivered by Jenni Lewin-Turner of Urbanflo Productions, tailored specifically to promote wider engagement in the arts by offering unique opportunities for under-represented groups to participate. Partners for the project included a diverse range of artists, cultural organisations, practitioners and commercial agencies. Download a complete PDF report on the Redemption Song programme.
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