by Whispered Tales
Distant Drums is a dynamic and thought provoking performance that tells the story of Reggae Sound System culture and its role in the fight for racial equality. A handcrafted bespoke sound system stands proudly on a statue plinth. As the speakers power up, digital screens appear within the stack and two performers transport the audience from Africa to the Caribbean until they finally arrive suitcase in hand on the shores of the UK.
Written by Madu Messenger, narrated by Macka B, choreographed by Donald Edwards with a distinctive Dub soundtrack by Vibronics, Distant Drums promises to be an exhilarating performance not to be missed.
Plus, don’t miss the Distant Drums live dance performance – Friday only!
Fri 27 Aug:
10.30am until 4.30pm – Piccadilly (map pin: 8)
11.10am until 11.30am – Piccadilly – Distant Drums Live Performance (map pin: 8)
2.00pm until 2.20pm – Piccadilly – Distant Drums Live Performance (map pin: 8)
Sat 28 Aug:
10.30am until 4.30pm – Piccadilly (map pin: 8)
11.10am until 11.30am – Piccadilly – Distant Drums Live Performance (map pin: 8)
2.00pm until 2.20pm – Piccadilly – Distant Drums Live Performance (map pin: 8)
Access and Useful Info
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You can listen to an Audio Introduction to the show here:
About The Big Feast
We are so proud to bring you the next serving of The Big Feast! Join us on Friday 27 and Saturday 28 August as we showcase the very best local and national talent in Stoke-on-Trent City Centre (Hanley)!
