North Star by So Lab

Douglass, a fugitive slave at the time, delivered a landmark speech in Belfast, declaring, “wherever else I feel myself to be a stranger, I will remember I have a home in Belfast.” His words resounded in a united front against slavery, leaving an indelible mark on the city.

In response to this powerful quote and moment, Grammy Award winner Kaidi Tatham, award-winning poet Nandi Jola, rising stars Leo Miyagee and Winnie Ama, and special guests Hannah Peel and Colin Salmon, along with nearly 100 pupils from four Belfast schools, will co-create a spectacular showcase of music, art, and literature. Their personal works, inspired by Douglass’s story, philosophy, and connection with Belfast, rooted in Black cultures, will come together in an unforgettable show as part of Belfast 2024.

This ground breaking event also features live performances from Arco String Quartet, Joseph Leighton, Ben Flavelle, Stephen Davis, Rick Swann, Thomas Annang and PVN Gospel Choir lead by Angela Ifonlaja with arrangements by Jennifer John.

Join us at the Belfast Telegraph Building to witness North Star, an unforgettable moment in Belfast’s rich history, in surround sound!

North Star is produced by Solab, a new collective led by Kwame Daniels.

Book Tickets online or call Box Office at Visit Belfast 02890 246609

Thursday 24 October will be BSL Signed.

Part of Belfast 2024>>