Reuben Esson-Parkes wants to inspire through images by DredieMann
Riverside Studios became a ‘home from home’ for young Black theatre and dance practitioners in the 1980s and their archive proves it.THERE IS a genuine excitement that comes from Reuben Esson-Parkes when he speaks on the ‘Black and Gifted’ exhibition set to take place at the Riverside Studios in2023 marks the 45th Anniversary of the venue being established as an arts centre, and its 40th Anniversary as a charity.
Following a conversation with writer and musician Benjamin Zephaniah, who recalled that Riverside Studios became a ‘home from home’ for young Black theatre and dance practitioners in the 1980s, Esson-Parkes was given access to the venue’s archive. Esson-Parkes said, “Whilst looking through the archive I, I found a gold mine of photos going back almost 40 years, photos featuring a wealth of black artists and performers, many of whom are now very well-known names across tv, cinema and theatre.
“For many of those featured in the photos they were able to see those dreams come to fruition by having successful careers within the arts. Riverside studios gave them a voice and a platform. I want to look back and celebrate this.”
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