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"A whip-smart, soul-stirring International Women’s Day cabaret! Riot Act showcases a riotous array of female voices shaking up comedy and spoken word, with award-winning TV stand-up and ‘Guilty Feminist’ co-host Jessica Fostekew, trailblazing Poetic Pilgrimage founder Muneera Pilgrim, Bristol’s own “granny rapstar” Deasy Bamford + heaps more."
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A event held at The Island on Monday 3rd March. The event starts at 19:00.
RIOT ACT International Women's Day Special with Jessica Fostekew and more!
We created RIOT ACT to celebrate the causes of Joy, Togetherness and DIY creative brilliance at a time when Injustice, Division and Struggle are on the rise. With International Women's Day just around the corner on March 8th, we thought it was only right to do our bit to honour Women worldwide by bringing you a powerhouse lineup of Women creative Heroes in a bespoke, eclectic night of celebration to remember!
Spearheading our International Women's Day Special is one of the most exciting and dynamic fresh forces in UK Comedy. Stand Up Sensation Jessica Fostekew headlines our night with characteristic comic genius flair!
Powerful, vital and fiercely funny, Jessica's credits in arenas as diverse as Stand Up, Acting, Writing for TV and Podcasting leave no doubt as to her status as one of the leading creative voices in Britain today. Come on down for a Masterclass in Comedy and Girl Power like no other!
Joining her is Bristolian Poetry Hero Muneera Pilgrim, whose work shines light on and beautifies the truths that are all too often hidden and maligned by the mainstream narratives of the world today. A Poet, Cultural Producer, Writer and Broadcaster, here is a Master Storyteller, with all the powers of wit, empathy and visionary imagination at her command in a celebrated and tireless pursuit of justice and empowerment for globally non-centered people.
Comedy Sensation Mel Owen, dubbed “Wales’ most exciting act” (Clwb Comedy), whose work in both English and Welsh explores modern femininity with unforgettable fiery flare. Fresh from a sell-out 5 star run of her show Chunky Monkey at the 2024 Edinburgh festival and with a slew of diverse and impressive script writing credits, Mel is undeniably one of the most exciting new forces in UK Comedy.
Bristolian Hero Poet Deasy Bamford, who grapples with the demons of society , civilisation and love , the love of nature and the rolling seasons .Writing in Bristol since 2008 ,inspired by the 8 yr old young rappers in the community she worked with, she developed her style, calling herself a Granny Rapstar.
The events of the day often elicit , talking, walking rhythms that touch on the essence of ideas, rhyming couplets tripping each other up, jostling with blank verse and the no verses of the universe.
And RIOT ACT Queens Jacqueline Jamal and Lydia Daisy raise their microphones to host a night of unforgettable high-octane fun!
Bristol; this isn't a party you want to miss.
4 minute open mic slots (all genders welcome) open on the door at 6.30pm.
Doors: 6.30pm
Show start: 7pm
Show Finish: 10.30pm
#artspaceevents
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
We created RIOT ACT to celebrate the causes of Joy, Togetherness and DIY creative brilliance at a time when Injustice, Division and Struggle are on the rise. With International Women's Day just around the corner on March 8th, we thought it was only right to do our bit to honour Women worldwide by bringing you a powerhouse lineup of Women creative Heroes in a bespoke, eclectic night of celebration to remember!
Spearheading our International Women's Day Special is one of the most exciting and dynamic fresh forces in UK Comedy. Stand Up Sensation Jessica Fostekew headlines our night with characteristic comic genius flair!
Powerful, vital and fiercely funny, Jessica's credits in arenas as diverse as Stand Up, Acting, Writing for TV and Podcasting leave no doubt as to her status as one of the leading creative voices in Britain today. Come on down for a Masterclass in Comedy and Girl Power like no other!
Joining her is Bristolian Poetry Hero Muneera Pilgrim, whose work shines light on and beautifies the truths that are all too often hidden and maligned by the mainstream narratives of the world today. A Poet, Cultural Producer, Writer and Broadcaster, here is a Master Storyteller, with all the powers of wit, empathy and visionary imagination at her command in a celebrated and tireless pursuit of justice and empowerment for globally non-centered people.
Comedy Sensation Mel Owen, dubbed “Wales’ most exciting act” (Clwb Comedy), whose work in both English and Welsh explores modern femininity with unforgettable fiery flare. Fresh from a sell-out 5 star run of her show Chunky Monkey at the 2024 Edinburgh festival and with a slew of diverse and impressive script writing credits, Mel is undeniably one of the most exciting new forces in UK Comedy.
Bristolian Hero Poet Deasy Bamford, who grapples with the demons of society , civilisation and love , the love of nature and the rolling seasons .Writing in Bristol since 2008 ,inspired by the 8 yr old young rappers in the community she worked with, she developed her style, calling herself a Granny Rapstar.
The events of the day often elicit , talking, walking rhythms that touch on the essence of ideas, rhyming couplets tripping each other up, jostling with blank verse and the no verses of the universe.
And RIOT ACT Queens Jacqueline Jamal and Lydia Daisy raise their microphones to host a night of unforgettable high-octane fun!
Bristol; this isn't a party you want to miss.
4 minute open mic slots (all genders welcome) open on the door at 6.30pm.
Doors: 6.30pm
Show start: 7pm
Show Finish: 10.30pm
#artspaceevents
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
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