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ISSUE 9, April 2010 in association with

BRIGHT YOUNG THINGS Keeping them Entertained

MUSIC

SCREEN

REVIEWS

EVENTS

FEATURES

COMEDY

THEATRE

GALLERY

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THE EDITOR

CONTENTS Mica Paris

Events

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Gallery

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Music

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REVIEWS

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Comedy

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Theatre

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Community

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Screen

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Clubs

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Noticeboard

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Africa Fashion Weekender Festival of Stamps

Bluey Robinson interview Mary J Blige Jason Lewis A Day at the Racists It’s Easter this month and being the family friendly publication that Lime is, we’ve done our research on the best places for you to take the Bright Young Things in your life. From museum and parks to exhibitions and cinema outings we’ve dedicated the April issue to all things family entertainment.

This is your essential guide to keeping children educated with an emphasis on fun – look inside if you want to erase the word bored from your child’s vocabulary. No little people to entertain?

Don’t worry we’ve got our usual hot selection of interviews including Mica Paris, Jason Derulo, Gurinder Chada, Bluey Robinson and more. Not sure what to do for the Bank Holiday weekend?

How about the African Fashion Weekender in Dublin or going to see Blackstreet? We’ve got a whole host of events and activities to fill your four day weekend and the rest of this month.

Let’s go!

Umbrella Studios Gurinder Chada DJ Krush Finess First Nutritional Tips

Are We Nearly There Yet?

London’s best cultural places for children

Editor Sophia A Jackson editor@gotmedialive.co.uk Front cover credit Designer: Afro-Chique www. afro-chique.com Photographer: Ao-photography Make up artist: Sophia Danielle Make up Model: April Alexander Designer Jerome DeFreitas Features Editor Michelle Adabra michelle@gotmedialive.co.uk Features Writer Audrey Brown audrey@gotmedialive.co.uk Contributors Victoria Woode Cassam Looch Nicke Adebowale Rose Gbegnediji Michael Edwards Raymond Rweyemamu Chloe Thomas Catherine Smiles Tricia Wombell Daniel Anderson Joshua Bailey Advertising and sales Dean Serieux sales@gotmedialive.co.uk Event listings info@gotmedialive.co.uk Published by Got Media Ltd www.comelime.com Lime’s on Twitter www.twitter.com/limewithus

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24 Apr

Love…S*x…Sensuality This evening of live entertainment, will feature a stellar line-up of some of the UK’s top artists as they take a contemporary look at the universal subjects of devotion, intimacy and sexuality. Hosted by poet and comedienne, Kat François (Poetry World Slam Champion 2005 and BBC3 Poetry Slam Winner 2004), the show, will explore the themes of relationships, unrequited love and sexual fantasy through the mediums of comedy, spoken word, poetry, music and dance. Featuring poet, Tshaka Campbell, writer, performance poet and model, Phenzwaan, unabashed Spoken Word artist Comfort – Art without Apology (Partnas in Rhyme, Rum Punch), performance poet and writer with her own unique Caribbean flavor, Saran Green (Partnas in Rhyme, Rum Punch, the aural and visual rollercoaster that is Manchester based, Chanje Kunda and the sultry soulful lyrics of Poppyseed. Exclusive to ‘Love...Sex...Sensuality...’ and accompanying these prominent artists in sharing their most evocative and thought provoking pieces, will be newly published author Mr. Oh, of the saucy, erotic, collection of stories that is the ‘Little Black Book’ and contemporary Urban Dance troupe the Jah-Dean Dancers who will be entertain throughout the show.

Time: 8pm (doors 7pm) Islington Town Hall, Upper Street, London N1 2UD Info: www.accessuktickets.co.uk Lime magazine has a pair of tickets to give-away.

To enter, email competition@comelime.com with ‘Sensuality’ in the subject header by 20 April, 2010.

02/03 April

UK Premier: Aracaladanza’s Clouds Designed with children in mind, Family Weekend is a fun-packed twoday extravaganza of performances, games and workshops. Spanish dance company Aracaladanza delighted audiences at the first Family Weekend in 2008 and now the company returns with Clouds, a brand new show co-commissioned by Sadler’s Wells. Inspired by the work of the Surrealist artist Magritte, Aracaladanza present the UK premiere of Clouds, a dance production for audiences aged four to 84. This wildly imaginative 50 minute show is packed full of energy and features a cast of eight dancers in a magical world of moving objects, marionettes and dream-like imagery. Age suitability: 4+ Time: Fri at 4pm, Sat at 11am and 2.30pm Sadler’s Wells, Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4TN Info: www.sadlerswells. com

02 – 04 Apr

Africa Fashion Weekend

Confirmed designers include Eric Raisina, NKWO, Bot I Lam, Deenola, Afro-Chique, Ms Mi, and Nike Akinola London.

Thomas Prior Hall, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 Info: www.

africafashionweekend dublin.com

03 / 04 Apr

Easter fun at Gulliver’s Kingdom, Matlock Bath

Gulliver’s will be offering children the chance to take part in a Grand Easter Egg Hunt on Easter weekend, 3rd and 4th April. Easter weekend will also see the park hold its annual Easter bonnet parade, with £1 off admission for children who come along in homemade bonnets, as well as a prize for the best bonnet. Children can also enjoy Easterthemed arts and crafts in addition to the park’s usual rides, attractions and entertainment.

Info: www.gulliversfun. co.uk

Until 05 Apr

Ideal Home Show Founded in 1908 by the Daily Mail, the Ideal Home Show (formally Exhibition) was originally envisaged as a publicity tool for the newspaper and as a way of increasing its advertising revenue. It brought a world of luxury design to the newly growing middle class and quickly established itself as a must-visit event in the social calendar. Today 102 years on, the show has changed hands for the first time in its history. Now owned by the multi awardwinning media company Media 10, the show looks forward to the 21st century, bringing the latest innovations, the brightest ideas and the most

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events inspiration (and of course fantastic shopping) to the hundreds of thousands of visitors that continue to enjoy the biggest and best home show in the business - the Ideal Home Show.

Time: 10am – 6pm Info: www. idealhomeshow.co.uk

07 Apr

Breaking the Ice: Hip hop Karaoke Sticking the proverbial two fingers up at traditional karaoke - this is the real deal. Fresh, fun and innovative there isn’t another night like this on the London social scene.

BTI is r&b and hip hop karaoke, and your chance to unleash the rap star or soul diva within, as you never have before.

Time: 6.30pm - midnight Sway Restaurant, Bar and Club, 61-64 Great Queen Street, London, WC2B 5BZ Info: www. breakingtheicveevents. co.uk

10 Apr

Calibreminds Fundraising Dinner CalibreMinds will primarily be an outreach service, this is to achieve our aims to include the excluded and go into the community to deliver at the hardest to reach levels. The current climate of crime, gangs and violence have impacted on young people to such an extent they fear to venture out of their own postcode for fear of crossing a gang border line.

The Tab Center, 3 Godfreys Place London E2 7NT Info: calibreminds@ googlemail.com or www. calibreminds.org.uk

Last Friday of every month Break n Bowl – Bloomsbury Bowling Get straight outta Compton and into Bloomsbury Bowling on the last Friday of every month for a night of Super Disco Breakin action. Sip some gin n juice with Snoop, jump around, and then head on over to Run’s house coz there’ll be no sleep till....at least 3am. Break n Bowl is a night dedicated to 90’s old school hip hop music. But it doesn’t end there - get transformed back into the 90’s by wearing your best bling and favourite tracksuit, sip gin n juice, witness break dancing battles and mc battles. And then capture it all on camera in the gangsta photobooth (bandanas + bling provided!)

Basement of: Tavistock Hotel, Bedford Way London WC1H 9EU Info: www. bloomsburybowling.com

Coming up…

01 – 03 May

Breakin’ Convention 2010: The Seventh Annual International Festival of Hip Hop Dance Theatre

Previous performers at Breakin’ Convention include ZooNation; Pied Piper creators Boy Blue; legendary hip hop pioneer Ken Swift; gravity defying champions Project Soul from Korea; the innovator Mr. Wiggles and Britain’s Got Talent favourites Flawless.

Sadler’s Wells, Rosebery Avenue London EC1R 4TN Info: www.sadlerswells. com

20th -30th April

Happy Soul Festival South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust, is pleased to announce the return of the annual Happy Soul Festival.

The award-winning festival, which is supported by Film London and Arts Council of England, is London’s premier celebration of film, arts and music, dedicated to creating Alice Walker Author of the awareness of well-being Colour Purple and mental health in the African Caribbean and Asian communities.

The two-week, free festival will comprise over 20 filmscreenings and well-being themed events taking place in Kingston, Wimbledon, Merton, Lambeth, Sutton and Richmond.

Films being showcased during the festival include: the BAFTA and Oscar award-winning Precious, London River which is set during the 7/7 terrorist attacks on London, The Color Purple, the Iranian drama About Elly, Chris Rock’s Good Hair and Eyes Wide Open.

Festival highlights include An Audience with Alice Walker event and the Happy Soul Youth Film Awards, which will see young people from schools and community groups in South London making short films which explore mental health awareness from their experience. Each film is judged by a panel of industry professionals and screened on the 27th April when the winner will be announced.

Cary Sawhney, the Festival’s Director says: “Happy Soul’s core aim is to create a greater awareness of mental health in the minority ethnic communities where these issues are often stigmatised, or people are unaware of the services that we can offer”.

For program details visit: www.happysoulfestival. co.uk

01 - 09 May Saint Lucia Jazz

Saint Lucia Jazz has become one of the major events on Saint Lucia’s calendar and surely a

most anticipated event on the Caribbean’s calendar.

During the month of May, the island dances when Jazz fills the air and tourism takes on a whole new meaning to all. What started as simply a marketing event to boost tourist arrivals during a low period has now developed into a truly International Festival.

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AFRICAN FASHION COMES TO DUBLIN Y

ou may have noticed that ethnic prints are oh so ‘in’ for Spring/Summer 2010, so it makes sense to kick off the season with some colour. The Motherland comes to Dublin for the first Africa Fashion Weekend.

The event presents high fashion African designers who are now crossing over to international fashion catwalks. Africa Fashion week not only provides a platform for established African designers but also shines the spotlight on up and coming European designers of African descent. The event exposes their unique collections which combine the best of contemporary designs with traditional African materials to a European audience.

Africa Fashion Weekend Dublin is the creation of Stha Ngwenya a Zimbabwean national resident in Ireland for the past nine years. He pioneered the event having realised that there is no single, European based event celebrating and showcasing the best that Africa has to offer to the fashion world. Stha explains, ‘This is a three day fashion celebration featuring some the top African designers. It is a bold, colourful and definitive event celebrating more than just fashion – a people!’

The coveted designers showcasing at Africa Fashion Weekend are Eric Raisina, Ngone Creations, Bot I Lam, Ms Mi, Nike Akinola, DIEKO, Deenola and Afro-Chique. Lime caught up with the talented Afro-Chique designer Janice Morrison, 28, from London, who launched her ready to wear women’s clothing and accessories brand, in 2008.

Her bold spring/summer collection fuses the brilliant prowess of Caribbean culture and attitude, with colours and fabrics native

to Africa - creating an exquisite tailored collection with the stylish influence of contemporary London.

and also wanted to do something that matches who we are as black people.

How did you get into fashion?

What sets your brand apart from others?

I studied fashion at college then went on to study at university, but the main reason is my grandmother and my aunty as they both used to sew clothes.

What made you decide to start your own collection of ready-to-wear?

I started designing and making clothes for myself and I got a lot of comments from people, friends and

It would be the materials and designs and also the prints that I use.

What impact do you want to make on the fashion industry?

Just to break through as a young black designer and also putting the whole Afrocentric look on the map. I know the look is strong this spring/summer and a lot of shops like ASOS have

chose African prints because ‘I I just love the bright colours, the textures of the materials and the people.’

family. So I started making them for other people and I got more comments that I should consider creating my own clothes.

So from then I stated creating my collection on a part-time basis, then last year I handed in my notice as an administrator and started doing it full time.

jumped on the bandwagon as well as other high street stores. It may just be a trend for this summer, then they may not do it again, so it’s just in and out, but obviously African inspired designers will be doing it all the time.

What is the inspiration behind your use of African fabrics and prints?

What does the price range of your collection?

I chose African prints because I just love the bright colours, the textures of the materials and the people. I’ve always been interested in African culture

What pieces does your collection include?

My collection includes ready to wear clothing and accessories.

The prices range from £10 – 150. People can purchase my designs form the website: www.Afro-chique. com and I have a studio in Kennington, which is by appointment only.

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events You are showcasing at Dublin’s African Fashion Weekend how do you feel about that?

I am really excited! When they (Dublin’s African Fashion Weekend organisers) first approached me and said it would be in Dublin, I was a bit shocked, as I didn’t know they were interested in African fashion. Then since hearing about it and doing some research I realised that it’s a massive trend out there.

What will your showcase be like?

What I’ve done for this collection is that I used a lot of bright colours, clashing prints and also lot of layering. There are a lot of different textures and prints and the theme of the show is taken form African Masks.

What type of body shape are your designs for?

My size ranges from 8-14 but anything above that will be tailor made. As obviously when you are a curvier woman you want your clothes to fit well.

Have any celebrities requested your designs?

Josie D’Arby the TV presenter has recently contacted me in regards to my collection.

WORDS: Audrey Brown

AFRICA FASHION WEEKender Show dates: Friday 2nd April 2010 - Charity Launch/ VIP and Media Briefing Saturday 3rd – Show 2 Sunday 4th April – Show 3

Time: Doors Open 6pm & shows start 7pm sharp Venue: Thomas Prior Hall (beside RDS Arena), Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 Tickets: www.ticketmaster.ie cost 25 euro + booking fee www.africafashionweekenddublin.com www.afro-chique.com Afro-Chique Studio, 286b Kennington Road, SE11 5UD Tel:07940182167

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events 17 Apr

Auditions for Bollywood Dance Championships 2010

Saint Lucia Jazz draws attention to the island as the world waits in eager anticipation for the announcement of the usual star studded line-up.

The entertainment is a mix of straight up Jazz, R&B, French and Latin music, reggae and Caribbean music. This years performers include Laura Izibor, Corinne Bailey Rae, Foreigner, Men of Soul starring Jeffrey Osborne, Freddie Jackson,Phil Perry & Howard Hewitt, Maxi Priest, Shaggy and many more... info: www.stluciajazz. org email: sltbinfo@ stluciauk.org Saint Lucia Tourist Board UK: 020 7341 7000 Caribbean: 001 758 452 4094

21 – 24 May

Africa Weekender The Africa Weekender is

We are now on the hunt for new talent and are holding auditions to find the next Bollywood Stars. No matter your experience, if you believe you have the energy, flair and creativity we want you to audition in London.

Auditions take place at St Giles Hotel, Central London.

Participants who make the auditions will enter the second stage of the competition on Sunday 16th May, at Troxy, London for the Bollywood Dance Championships 2010 Talent Heats. The final will take place later in 2010.

Honey Kalaria, founder of Honeys Dance Academy says, “Our aim at Honey’s Dance Academy is to discover upcoming talent and provide them with opportunities to help them grow and develop. The Bollywood Dance Championships will be another fantastic opportunity for talent to be seen by worldwide audiences and I would highly recommend that anyone interested in dance should audition. You never know this platform may become their ticket to Bollywood!”

Auditions for the Bollywood Dance Championships are open to all ages (solo and group performers). Dance hopefuls interested in auditioning must register by calling 020 8590 8050 or by visiting www.honeysdanceacademy.com.

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a culmination of events focused on a common goal; the exploration of the cultural diversity of Africans in the Diaspora. We have a rich heritage and believe that we need to afford ourselves the platform to align our cultural identities and creative energies.

The Africa Weekender is born out of the belief that there is a need for a platform to engage, enable and further empower Africans by showcasing an enlightened viewpoint of the skill, talents and cultural diversity of the continent. What better way to embody this narrative than to have a 72 hour live weekend festival celebrating the diverse fusion of our cultures and its evolution in different countries and climates in the Diaspora.

Pontins, Camber Sands, Holiday Park, New Lydd Road, Sussex, TN31 7RL Info: www. africaweekender.co.uk

A celebration of Black, Asian and minority ethnic film & arts exploring wellbeing.

Over 20 screenings and wellbeing events.

Films include:

Precious, Firaaq,The Colour Purple, Good Hair, The Soloist, About Elly and Migration of Beauty.

Participating Guests include: Award-winning author Alice Walker, Bonnie Greer, Colin Salmon, Ashley Walters, Richard Blackwood, Johnny Kalsi and Chris Flaherty.

BOOK NOW All films and events are FREE, but pre-booking is essential.

To book call: 020 8682 5977 or visit www.happysoulfestival.co.uk for further information.

The Happy Soul Festival is organised by:

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DYNAMO: IT’S A KINDA MAGIC

Magician to the stars is in a league of his own

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treet magician Dynamo - real name Steven Frayne has been wowing audiences with his canny magic tricks and northern charm.

Hailing from Bradford, he grew up on the notorious Delph Hill Estate, however since his humble beginnings the 27 year old Londonbased star has quickly become a star in his own right with a legion of celebrity fans and a cameo in Snoop Dogg’s reality show!

Dynamo opens up about how his grandfather helped him get into magic, his battle with Crohns disease and why Snoop Dogg wrote a freestyle about him.

How did you get into magic?

My grandpa got me into it, he was a magician. Or more like a con-man stroke hustler (laughs). He was in World War Two, he used to do it for the troops to keep morale high, when the war finished he used his tricks to get free drinks at the bar and other things because rations were quite tight back then. He used to show me things and I was able to use the tricks to get myself out of sticky situations growing up.

What kind of sticky situations?

Well the two local estate boys would always pick me up and put me in a wheely bin. Near where I lived in Bradford there is a well known hill called The Black Hill and they would put me in the wheely bin and roll me down the hill. So I tried to think about how I could stop them from doing

‘I

How does Crohns disease affect you on a day to day basis?

I’m in pain most of the time; I’ve often got stomach cramps. There are a lot of foods I can’t eat and I don’t necessarily like to eat out as it can be problematic for me. I just try to focus on other things

the kind of magic I do is based on the classic magic performed by traditional street buskers. I went to America a couple of years ago and I travelled around performing magic. I went to New Orleans and saw street magicians who busk on the street with crowds of hundreds. It’s amazing

believe magic is an emotion, not a physical thing.’

this because I’m not the biggest guy in the world. I learnt how to control their strength and take their strength away so they couldn’t lift me up.

Would you call what you do magic or eye deception?

I wouldn’t call it either of the two really, I just do what I do and how people perceive it is up to them really. I believe magic is an emotion, not a physical thing. Like when someone sees something or feels something that is a magical moment, you can bring that emotion out of them.

to take my mind off it; at the end of the day I want my legacy to be magic.

Why do they call it street magic?

When I was younger I would perform on the street or in bus shelter for my friends. I think the term refers to the style of magic,

to watch them, they have no props, no huge set or effects – it’s just them and a crowd and it’s amazing.

So I know I can go anywhere with nothing and kind of make something.

Visit www.dynamoworld. com for further information.

DYNAMO’S THREE TIPS FOR SUCCESS • ‘If you’re passionate about something, dedicate yourself to it.’

• ‘Be able to take criticism but from the right people that will help you along the way.’

• ‘Finally, collaborate. If you’re good at one thing and you know someone else who is good at something else – try to work together. Sometimes it’s best not to do everything yourself.

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GALLeRY From 01 Apr – 14 Nov, 2010

London 2010: Festival of Stamps Impressions of Africa: Money, Medals and Stamps

dynamic school of art and access a vital branch of the growing Asian market.

The Apricot Gallery, Birkett House, 27 Albemarle Street, London W1S 4BJ Info: www.apricotgallery. uk.com

Until 16 May

In 2010 the world’s attention will be focused on Africa, as 17 countries celebrate the 50th anniversary of independence from colonial rule. This small display looks at the images of Africa presented on the coins, banknotes, medals, stamps and seals made for the continent during the past 100 years. These miniature art works reflect changing national identities, and celebrate the cultures and heritage of Africa and its people.

British Museum, Gallery 69a, Museum, Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG Info: www. britishmuseum.org

Genesis

Until 11 Apr

From War to Windrush To Mark the Sixtieth anniversary of the arrival of the MV Windrush in Britain in 1948 this exhibition tells the personal stories of the involvement of Black men and women from the West Indies and Britain in the First and Second World Wars.

Imperial War Museum, Lambeth Road, London SE1 Info: 020 7416 5000 22 Apr – 22 May

The Apricot Gallery is opening a flagship gallery in Albemarle Street, Mayfair. As the only gallery in the UK to specialise solely in contemporary Vietnamese Art, Apricot Gallery offers a unique platform to view the very best of a young,

Chris Ofili ‘Hip Hop spirit in Art’ Chris Ofili is without a doubt one of the UK’s most famous homegrown black artists. Having won the Turner Prize in 1998 aged 30, he now resides in Trinidad. He draws on his surroundings to inform his art and commentates on the state of play, exploring areas such as racism, ethnicity and identity.

Tate Britain, Level 2 Millbank, London SW1P 4RG Info: www.tate.org.uk

Until 06 June

Kingdom of Ife: sculptures from West Africa Kingdom of Ife: sculptures from West Africa will tell the story of the legendary city of Ife (pronounced ee-feh) through some of the most refined and beautiful sculptures ever to be found in Africa. Ife is today regarded as the spiritual heartland of the Yoruba

One Side of Youth at the Apricot Gallery

people living in Nigeria, the Republic of Benin and their many descendants around the world. The British Museum is planning a series of Africa-related events, activities and displays to coincide with the 50th anniversary of African Independence celebrations in 2010.

Info: www. britishmuseum.org Room 35, British Museum, Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG

Until 30 June

Post Abolition: Commemorative stamps from around the world This new display in the London, Sugar and Slavery Gallery looks at how the abolition of slavery has been commemorated through everyday postage stamp.

See how stamps from around the world have been used to represent key figures and themes from the history of enslavement and abolition.

Museum of London Docklands, No 1 Warehouse, London E14 4AL Info: www. museumindocklands. org.uk

COMING UP… 14 May

Wole Soyinka at the British Museum Wole Soyinka, winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature, discusses his work and his influences, and reflects on the state of Africa today.

Related to the Kingdom of Ife: Sculptures of West Africa exhibition.

Time: 7pm British Museum, BP Lecture Theatre, Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG Info: www.britishmuseum. org/whats_on/events_ calendar/may_2010/ wole_soyinka.aspx

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Ealing Adoption Ealing Adoption

Kanye and Zac are two beautiful siblings in desperate need of a home. Could you be the one to change their lives forever?

Kanye and Zac are two beautiful siblings in desperate need of a home. Could you be the one to change their lives forever?

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Could you

be the one?

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anye (born in December 2005) and Zac (born in February 2007) are two siblings who need to be placed together. They share a healthy attachment to one another and thrive in each other’s company. Both boys are cheerful, confident and caring.

Kanye and Zac enjoy quiet activities – colouring, playing with Play-Doh and puzzles, and reading their books. They enjoy “writing” too, and Kanye can proudly write his own name.

Kanye and Zac also enjoy outdoor activities, such as

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playing in the playhouse, running around in the garden, riding their bicycles, playing football, and visiting parks and the seaside.

Kanye and Zac are easy-going boys who eat and sleep well.

They prefer to be as independent as they can. Zac is on a lactosefree diet.

Kanye attends a playgroup and is very popular with his friends and teachers. Zac is due to begin nursery in September 2009.

The children have the capacity to form healthy attachments.

Foster carers find the children

to be a great joy and a pleasure to look after.

Ethnic/racial origins of thE boys: White/Black UK mother and AfricanCaribbean father. family nEEdEd: A twoparent adoptive family with an extensive support network, who could provide a stable home environment where these siblings would have opportunities for stimulation and development. lEgal status: Care Order & Placement Order.

“Both boys are cheerful, confident and caring.” if you think that you have a family for these children, please contact shohini dasgupta on 020 8825 5834 or dasguptas@ealing.gov.uk

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BORN AGAIN Britain’s queen of soul returns

M

ica Paris’s extraordinary voice is like a velvet diamond.

When she sings softly the notes wrap themselves warmly round your eardrums, and when she belts, the emotional power cuts straight to the heart. Ever since her platinum selling debut album in 1988, Mica has become the most famous soul queen in Britain recording unforgettable classics such as My One Temptation and I can’t stop loving you. In a career that spans two decades, she has collaborated with some legendary artists including Natalie Cole, Anita baker and Prince.

As well as music she has also enjoyed a successful career in broadcasting with appearances on Gok Wan’s hit show Miss Naked Beauty and What Not to wear for the BBC. Ladies and gentlemen we give you the multi talented Mica Paris.

You’re new album was released in June 2009, how does it feel to be back?

It’s really great to return to singing which is my first love and also it’s something that has been with me throughout my life. There’s a wonderful feeling you get from music especially when you perform for a live audience, it’s this euphoria, almost like an out of body experience that I’ve never got from presenting or anything else that I’ve

more British singers who arrive via this route?

I really don’t know and I have wondered, gosh there must be loads of good singers in gospel church choirs and why haven’t they come through? In America it’s more common.

In my case I didn’t have a choice, I went to my grandparent’s church six days a week from the year dot and it just so happened that I could sing and I really embraced gospel. Gospel is very uplifting because it’s selfless and it’s all about giving. It’s not like secular music which is really just about vanity.

Words: Chloe Thomas

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n this country once you’re over 30 they throw you out. I think America is better at looking after their older artists.’ done. So yeah it’s great to return to the art.

How would you describe your sound in Born Again compared with your first album So Good when you started?

Well the similarity between the two albums is that they both have great songs, the song writing on both albums is impeccable and they also both have this lyrical quality that I try to

bring out. Obviously the sound is different because there are 21 years between the two albums and my voice is more seasoned as well, I’ve developed more as an artist and I think you can hear that in my latest album compared to the music I was making when I first started.

You grew up singing in a church gospel choir why do you think there aren’t

How do you think has the music scene has changed since you started?

Oh my God it’s changed so much its frightening. The main thing is there’s not the same level of investment in the artist. When I started I was with my first label for eight years and my second label for five years and that enabled me to develop.

Nowadays it’s much harder and it’s all about turnover, so if you’re with a label and you write a song and it’s not a hit, ‘see ya later’. And that’s really sad because most people who enter the music business want to gain credibility as artists and be judged by their craft, not treated as a product with a sell-by date.

In terms of the X factor do you think the bubble will burst or is it here to stay?

Someone asked me this

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MUsIC about Big Brother a few years ago and I said no and I think the same about the X factor, it can’t last. It will have its time and eventually it will dissipate. It was the same with Opportunity Knocks (the talent show of the 1980s) that came, entertained us for a while and then left. X Factor will be the same; the format can’t go on forever.

Who are your musical inspirations and why?

Mainly gospel artists who you probably haven’t heard of but I was into this group called The Hawkins, I could tell you everything about them I could even name the person that played the triangle! But I inherited all my musical talent from my dad and he was the one that got me into all the Jazz greats like Miles Davis and Sarah Vaughn as well as Jazz funk artists like Herbie Hancock. I remember he took me to my first George Benson concert when I was 12. So I got my voice and my musical taste from my dad, I think he’s probably my biggest musical inspiration.

What’s the best thing about being famous?

I don’t know I am not sure if there is really anything good about fame. It’s nice when people recognise your contribution but fame has become something very different. It’s all about celebrity and getting your 15 minutes there’s no real content anymore.

It used to be about art and ideas which had the content to give you that sense of edification and it was through art that you earned your fame.

Nowadays the only things that are counted are whether you are seen at this or that place and what sock you had on at the time.

Do you think skin colour is irrelevant if you have talent or are there still barriers?

I think there are still lots of barriers in this country but mainly where age is concerned. In this country once you’re over 30 they want to throw you out. I think America is better at looking after and creating an aura of respect for their older artists which is really important because their talent and experience is priceless and far too precious to end up on the scrap heap. I think the problem is that Britain has always cultivated this image of being a trendy and funky place so there is this promotion of youth in order to keep on top of the trends.

There’s also an obsession here with being the first to do things and to always bring something fresh which usually involves some 15 year old wonder and when they get too old they’re replaced by another. We live in a conveyer belt culture and lots of talented older artists do not have the respect weaved around them that they deserve.

You’ve worked successfully as a recording artist, TV presenter, actress and author as well as being a mother to two girls. Is there anything more you’d like to achieve?

I just want to keep doing things that make people feel good so I want to keep performing. But I also want to be able to try new things I don’t ever want to be stuck in my ways. I always think it’s important to keep moving forward and that’s what I want to do.

Mica Paris’s new album Born Again - Bonus Edition is out now.

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13 Apr

Win Tickets to See Mos Def This April sees a true modern-day; multi-talented, multi-media icon hit the UK for an un-missable exclusive live performance in London. Not content with being one of the most important figures in hip hop music and culture, Mos Def has established himself as both a respected mc and poet as well as an award-winning actor. During a prolific music career spanning just over a decade he has worked with an illustrious list of artists including Talib Kweli, The Roots, Robert Glasper, De La Soul, The Neptunes and Madlib to name but a few. His recent appearance in Gorillaz’ new single suggests he isn’t about to slow down any time soon.

Time: 7pm The O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London W12 Info: www.ticketweb.co.uk Lime magazine has a pair of tickets to give-away. To enter, email competition@comelime.com with ‘Mos Def’ in the subject header by April 9, 2010.

06 Apr

Soil & “Pimp” Sessions Japanese punk-jazz renegades Soil & “Pimp” Sessions burst into 2010 with their sixth studio album on Gilles Peterson’s Brownswood Recordings imprint. The sextet’s roofraising, festival-conquering live show (dubbed “Death Jazz” in a two-finger salute to Japan’s polite, noodling, straight ahead jazz cognoscenti) has earned them new fans at every stop on their annual trailblazing European tours.

Time: 7pm Relentless Garage, 20-22 Highbury Corner, London, N5 1RD Info: www.gerrylyseight. co.uk

10 Apr

OKRA with DJs Duke Etienne (Heads High) + Suga Kan’n Whether it’s in our own Brixton market, on the roadside in Kinshasa or on a field in the rich hills of Jamaica, you’ll find okra wherever you find those who are darker than blue.

Of course it’s not all we took with us, we brought our music too. Okra is a one-off special knitting together the sounds of Johannesburg’s ghettoes, the dancehalls of Kingston’s, Sao Paolo’s favelas and the basements of LDN. Time: 8.30pm Upstairs at the Ritzy, Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, London Info: www. upstairsattheritzy.co.uk

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14 April

Jesse Boykins III with Live Band Soul singer Jess Boykins III makes his UK debut at Cargo and it’s a hotly anticipated date. Hailing from Brooklyn, New York – Jesse is undoubtedly one of the pioneers of the re-emergence of soul music for a new generation. At only 23-years-old, his voice has been applauded for its sensuality and he has already been co-signed by soul veterans Bilal and Eric Roberson. Jesse will be doing a feature set with a full live band and will be performing music from critically acclaimed albums, The Beauty Created and Dopamine.

Cargo, 83 Rivington Street, London EC2A 3AY Info: www.cargo-london. com

18 Apr

Dub Me Always with David Katz Literally, fresh off the boat, Mr Katz has just been presenting at the International Reggae Conference in Kingston Jamaica and he’s laden his check-in luggage with heaps of new totally unheard and brand-spankingly special Dub plates. We welcome you back with open arms David! Dub us up.

Time: 8pm Upstairs at the Ritzy, Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, London Info: www. upstairsattheritzy.co.uk

22 Apr

Kid Creole and The Coconuts + Horse Meat Disco Kid Creole and The Coconuts created a generation of Latin lovers in London in the early 1980s when he jetted in with a

string of outstanding live shows and great albums.

The Kid invented that hoary old beast “World Music” almost a decade before anyone else had a phrase for it and was always too smart to be labelled by it.

Barbican Hall, Silk Street, London EC2Y 8DS Time: 7.30pm.

Info: www.barbican.org. uk

25 / 26 / 28 Apr

Whitney Houston Whitney is adding more dates to her highly anticipated tour due to popular demand. This is her first major tour in more than 11 years. The concerts will be the must see shows of this decade as she returns to the stage to perform classic hits alongside her latest songs.

02 Arena, London Info: www.theo2.co.uk

26 Apr Grace Jones

The diva that defined and continues to define the pop landscape will perform a special show at London’s Royal Albert Hall. Off the back of her sell-out 2009 Hurricane tour and rapturous festival sweep, Grace and her creative team have evolved the production to include new fashion undertones, breathtaking lasers and spectacular sets all to create a sensory and sonic utopia.

Info: www.royalalberthall. com

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Jason Derülo

With two number ones under his belt Jason Derülo is ready to take on the world

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0-year-old Haitian American singer, writer, producer, dancer and quite frankly the nicest and most humble person I have met in a long time - Jason Derülo is not a simple overnight success. Since 16, Mr Derülo has been on what you would call a musical grind, penning songs for artists like Lil Mama, Sean Kingston, Diddy’s Bad Boy Label and Lil Wayne and Birdman’s Young Money Entertainment. Fast forward four years and he has sold over three million singles and has just released his highly anticipated self titled album.

We caught up with him on a recent visit to the UK to ask him about music, Haiti and Lady Gaga.

You went to arts schools and musical academies and initially you studied theatre, ballet and opera.

How did you decide what direction you wanted to go in?

I was singing and dancing all the time and my mum didn’t know what to do with me. So she asked people and this music teacher told her to try arts school so I joined this summer camp and then after that I went to a performing arts schools for middle school high school college and it was all in the effort to hone my craft really and make me a better performer I love it but I always knew I wanted to do what I am doing now.

Your debut single Whatcha Say went to number one in several countries around

the world and your second single just topped the charts here. The last 12 months must seem like a dream for you, how does it feel?

It’s awesome! I have watched everything unfold slowly and it’s been such a journey. I am glad everything unfolded the way it did because I had a lot of learning experience along the way. I am only 20 but I felt like I am so ready to take the world by storm.

One of your notable achievements are your writing credits. What made you want to pen songs for other artists?

I knew the engineer for Cash Money and I wrote a hook and submitted it to him and he gave it to Birdman and Birdman liked it and from there it just snowballed to

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eye and said to me, ‘Jason you’re special you know, I’ve met a lot of talented people but you are special. You’re a star’ and I was like, ‘wow!’

You are of Haitian decent and with the recent earthquake tragedy, how do you feel about the world’s reaction and the outpour from fellow artists especially with the remake of We are the world 25?

I have never ever seen in my lifetime the way the world has come together and it’s really beautiful. It’s a horrific situation so I

ady Gaga looked me in my eyes and said to me, ‘Jason you’re special you know, I’ve met a lot of talented people but you are special.

You’re a star’ and I was like, ‘wow!’ other people and it started a writing career.

You were recently the main support for Lady Gaga on her Monster Ball Tour, how did that go?

I was with her for a month and I had a great time on tour with her she - she has come so far in two years and its inspiring for me to see. She said some special words to me also, she looked me in my

think people should pat themselves on the back for lending their voices and their time and you know it’s really cool and it still is a horrific situation, it’s nice to see that people are continuing to help and the unity and outpour is good.

Jason Derülo’s Self titled album is out now.

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09 May Pitbull

26 Apr

Free Classical Lunchtime Concerts in the Gallery, Foyles Foyles announce a new Friday lunchtime series of free classical concerts, in the intimate setting of the wooden beamed gallery at Foyles Charing Cross Road.

Taking place twice a month, the concerts will feature a diverse range of artists and ensembles performing works from across the classical repertoire.

Time: 1pm Foyles, Charing Cross Road, London Info: www.foyles.co.uk

BOOK NOW Following rapid worldwide success and sold out tours with dance-floor-fillers like I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho) and latest hit Hotel Room Service, superstar Pitbull brings on summer 2010 with a one off concert date.

Time: 6-11pm indigO2, Millennium Way, Greenwich SE10 0AX Info: www.ticketmaster.co.uk

28 Apr Nneka

05/ 06 / 27 May

Black Eyed Peas The Black Eyed Peas announce the UK leg of their eagerly awaited The E.N.D world tour.

The O2, Peninsula Square London SE10 0DX Info: www.theo2.co.uk

10 / 11 May

Rihanna Rihanna returns to The O2.

The O2, Peninsula Square London SE10 0DX Info: www.theo2.co.uk

Alicia Keys 12 time Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys will be touring the UK in May 2010 as part of her pan European Tour.

The O2, Peninsula Square London SE10 0DX Info: www.theo2.co.uk

07 / 09 June

02 Apr

Teddy Riley and Blackstreet

Lime magazine has two pairs of tickets to give-away.

To enter, email competition@comelime.com with ‘Blackstreet’ in the subject header by April 01, 2010.

COMING UP…

25 / 26 May

One lucky Lime reader can win a pair of VIP tickets to see Pitbull, which includes free entry, queue jump and great seats. To enter, email competition@comelime.com with ‘PITBULL’ in the subject header by 05 May, 2010.

One of the most popular r&b vocal groups of the ‘90s, Blackstreet return to London for a one off show at indigO2 at. This is the first UK show from BLACKstreet since 1995. The multi-platinum r&b group had many hits throughout the ‘90s including their US No.1 smash No Diggity, Don’t Leave Me, and Girlfriend/Boyfriend.

Tickets include an after-party until 2am.

Time: 7pm IndigO2 @ The O2, Peninsula Square, London SE10 0DX Info: www.theo2.co.uk

The single Walking taken from Nneka’s second album ‘No Longer At Ease’, is out now.

Amazon.co.uk recently included Nneka in their 2010 Emerging Artists alongside Ellie Goulding, Delphic and The Drums. Having toured almost non-stop she is now making waves in the USA. Spin have named her one of the 10 artists to watch in 2010, Rolling Stone gave a four star review and a David Letterman ‘Breakout Artist’ performance saw her reach her biggest audience yet.

You don’t want to miss this rising star’s next gig.

Time: 7.30pm Scala, 275-277 Pentonville Road, London N1 9NL Info: www.nnekaworld. com

Jay-Z The multiple award winner returns to British shores.

7 June: Manchester Men Arena 9 June: Birmingham LG Arena Info: www.livenation. co.uk

BOOK NOW

02 - 04 July

Wireless Festival Sponsored

by Barclay Card Line up includes: Pink, Gossip, The Temper Trap, Plan B, Jay-Z, Lily Allen and Mr Hudson.

London Hyde Park Info: www. wirelessfestival.co.uk

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LIME READERS ASK TONI!

WORDS: Audrey Brown

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ime was inundated with questions for Toni Braxton so we picked the best of the bunch and put them to her, enjoy!

Do you still own the white cat suit?

I still have it, and no I don’t still put it on. I was a 12 back then - I can’t believe I was that small. A lot of my costumes I keep because I donate them to certain organisations.

Have you seen Chris Rock’s Good Hair film yet?

What are your feelings on the weave or natural hair debate?

I haven’t seen the movie yet but I don’t like people trying to make you feel bad for wearing hair – it’s like fashion to me, it’s like a pair of shoes or like clothes; I haven’t seen the movie though, so I can’t judge. I feel that it’s not just a black thing, I have Asian and Caucasian friends who wear more weave and wigs than I could ever think of wearing!

So, I think it’s personal so maybe they want to make black people feel more positive about who we are. I probably have gone natural before; I’m growing it out now so I probably will go short at the end of this project. I’m going to cut it all off, because it’s all dyed this colour (blond), so it’s going to break off eventually - so I’ll cut it off (laughs).

What are your favourite songs that you’ve sang?

Breath Again is my all time favourite song, I remember when I first heard it, but

it wasn’t for me it was for Pebble (Producer L.A. Reid’s wife). Un-break My Heart I loved but Seven Whole Days I hated it. There’s a part in the song where I say, ‘Seven Whole Nights aahhh’ I did that on purpose because I hated that song and they kept that bit in the song because they liked it. Let It Flow, I love but that wasn’t for me either, that was for Whitney (Houston) because it was for the soundtrack ‘Waiting To Exhale’. It was in a higher key but they had to lower it considerably for me.

her album comes out later this year and my sister Trina is in a lot of Tyler Perry plays – she’s actually in his recent movie Not Easily Broken. We are all talking about maybe doing a gospel album in the future.

Will you be doing anymore acting in the future?

Maybe, if the right script

comes along. I did Kingdom Come because I really wanted to work with Whoopi Goldberg. Acting on stage is different to acting in movies. On stage it’s big and over the top, and for television you got to condense it – keep it small and pay attention to your light – I had to learn all that.

You are described as having a contralto vocal ability - what does that mean?

Contralto means that the tone of your voice seems low but you can hit high notes as well, and you can sing low. So if you think of Unbreak My Heart, people hear the song and it’s really low but at the end it’s really high so it’s a difficult song to sing because it’s at both extremes.

What happened to your sisters, The Braxton’s?

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MAD ABOUT 20-year-old singer Bluey Robinson takes centre stage

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WORDS: Michelle Adabra

ou may recognise the silky tones of Bluey Robinson from his 2009 smash radio track I Know, now the young man behind the mic is getting ready to step into the limelight.

Touted as a one to watch by industry insiders, Bluey was signed to Sony just before Christmas last year and 2010 looks certain to hold big things for the talented 20-year-old. Born of Swedish and Trinidadian descent, Bluey moved to south London from Sweden the year he was born.

Having grown up listening to the classic sounds of The Jackson 5, Bob Marley and Phil Collins - he started his career in entertainment in 1999, and in 2002 his velvety vocals and natural charisma landed him the role of Simba in the West End musical The Lion King.

Currently working on his debut album alongside star producer Ryan Leslie

(Usher, Chris Brown) and UK producer Gil Cang (Michael Jackson, Maxi Priest), Lime caught up with Bluey and the uber talented Gil for a little chat about their single Gotta Be A Way.

Gil you wrote Gotta Be A Way, did you have anyone in particular in mind for the song?

Gil Cang: I wasn’t really thinking of anyone for the song but around the time I wrote it the US elections were taking place. Everyone was hyped about Obama and wanting change, so that’s where the inspiration came from and that was the message behind the song.

I hope some people will get that when they listen to the track. Having Bluey sing it was a pleasure.

What has it been like working with Bluey?

Gil Cang: He’s been a nightmare (laughs) no I’m joking, it’s been great.

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THE BOY Seriously he’s a very talented singer and we really vibe together in the studio.

Gil you’ve worked with a range of people and I hear you also worked with the late, great Michael Jackson?

Gil Cang: Yes, it’s quite a long story but somehow out of the 200 songs that they had recorded for Michael’s Invincible album Whatever Happens made it on there and it was a dream come true for me.

Bluey you’ve just signed to Sony, how has life changed for you?

Bluey: It’s been crazy but I like it. I’m so dedicated to my music, I’ve just been in the studio really working hard on my album and I’ve also recorded another song with Gil that will hopefully go on the album too.

So what can we expect from your debut album?

Bluey: You can expect diversity. I like a lot of

different music, so this album is going to mix it up a bit. It’s a mixture of pop, soul and funk, a bit Jamiroquai, Queen and Stevie Wonder. I just want to have fun with it and

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mericans always do things big, so I’m trying to do the same.’ really experiment.

The Ryan Leslie remix of I Know is a real favourite with your fans – how did that come about?

Bluey: Well I was in the studio with Labyrinth the producer and he played me a beat for the original and I was like, ‘stop, what is that’! So we spent the whole day writing to the beat and eventually we finished it and played it to my manager and everybody loved it, there were good vibes about that song from early. The song started to get played

on the radio and people kept asking for remixes.

I’d worked with Ryan Leslie before and he liked it, so we asked him to do the remix and it just took off from there. The remix really helped to create more of a buzz and take us mainstream.

Do a lot of people assume you’re American when they hear you sing?

Bluey: Yeah they do, I hear that a lot and I guess as well it may be because I like to sing a lot of MJ covers when I perform. Americans always do things big, so

I’m trying to do the same.

They always aim for a high standard, so I take it as a compliment.

Individually what are you both working on now?

Bluey: I’m just trying to finish my album, hopefully go on a tour and just keep performing.

Gill Cang: I’m working with Bluey and a band called Will and the People. I’m planning on releasing a collection or an album of some sort but I’m taking it track by track, I just want to do things I love, like I love Gotta Be A Way, so if I can do more of that I’ll be happy.

Gotta Be A Way is out now.

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REVIEW Album review: Justin Bieber, My Worlds Words: Catherine Smile Lime rating: HHH Release date: Out now on Mercury Records

This 16-year-old from Ontario, Canada and his mum started posting videos of him on Youtube for family members who couldn’t make it to his various talent shows and performances.

Surprisingly young Bieber has a lot more to offer on this his follow-up to his UK top 5 selling debut My World. Justin in a nutshell, can be described as pop with r&b undertones, sung with a great tone and promising vocal ability.

This is very pleasant effort; it’s very honest and for the most part he is singing to the ladies, something I would expect from a teenage boy.

Usher - his label boss - features on the most straight forward r&b track on the album First Dance, and Ludacris lends 16 bars to the Dream produced and Christina Milan co-written up tempo Baby. Aside from one other feature by way of Sean Kingston - 15 out of 18 tracks are all solo which is very impressive for the youngster. There are some really good slow jams on this record and a couple of dance tracks, one which samples a Cardigans classic is a little cheesy but I’m not mad at him.

Definitely worth a listen.

Album review: Mary J Blige, Stronger With Each Tear Words: Catherine Smiles Lime rating: HHHH Release date: Out now on Geffen Records

The Queen of Hip hop Soul is back with what will be her ninth studio album. Mary always has a theme and this time it’s the power of determination. Mary has gone full circle in her transformation and progression in music, the woman is frankly the closet thing the genre has to what Fabregas is to Arsenal.

The album opens with a corker, Each Tear featuring our very own Jay Sean, who does an outstanding job alongside Mary. On a 13 track album there are covers of two classic Led Zeppelin tracks by way of Stairway to Heaven and Whole Lotta Love which granted are sung flawlessly (well Stairway to Heaven anyway) but I would not expect cover songs from a heavy weight like Mary J. The album has a solid foundation of A-listers like Ne-Yo, Will-i-am, T.I., Drake and so on - all show up to give Mary a helping hand in some way. Its well put together but ultimately is not quite where I expected Mary to be. Based on 2007’s phenomenal Growing Pains, I expected the bar to be a little higher this time round. A concrete and immense effort by any other standard but by Mary’s? I expected a bit more.

Album review: Mica Paris, Born Again (Bonus Edition) Words: Michelle Adabra Lime rating: HHHH

Mica, Mica, Mica, please promise to never leave us this long again. It was a full ten years before Miss Paris released her long awaited album Born Again last year, and now she’s back with a special bonus edition which has been repackaged and contains three new tracks. Listening to Born Again you will recall why Mica Paris is such a highly regarded UK artist; her vocals are simply amazing and bring to life every track on this soulful LP. Mica soars on Baby Come Back especially written by James Morrison and is in real form on the uplifting Born Again. If you need a reminder of exactly why we love her, check out the acoustic version of My One Temptation – a reworked gem which sounds even sweeter now. Throw in a sultry live BBC rendition of Summertime and it’s easy to see why she has stood the test of time. It’s a real shame that remarkable Brit soul singers like Mica and Beverley Knight are not frequenting the top of the charts like they should be, but with voices like theirs, I think they’ll have the last laugh in a music industry obsessed with fads and gimmickry.

Listen to: Baby Come Back Now, You’re The One, Born Again, Summertime

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REVIEW Book review: African Voices: Quotations by People of African Descent by Ms Serwah and Kwaku Words: Tricia Wombell Lime rating: HHHH

Toni Morrison said ‘If there is a book that you want to read, but it hasn’t been written yet, you must be the one to write it.’ You will find this quote on page 65 of African Voices. It is precisely what the authors of African Voices have done.

They both love quotes but apart from the occasional quote from Muhammad Ali, Nelson Mandela or Malcolm X; most books of quotations are dominated by the sayings of Europeans. So Ms Serwah and Kwaku, decided to do their own. It is wonderful. There is so much here, as they have been diligent in ensuring a huge range of quotes from people of African descent from all over the world and all walks of life. In fact there are 542 quotes from 108 people.

There are only 500 copies of this brilliant book, so it is a very limited edition. You must get a copy – you’ll love it.

Info: www.btswc.com Tricia Wombell has a blog on books at www.triciablackbooknews.com

DVD review: Stephen K Amos

Restaurant review: La Vineria (Italian)

I must admit, I wasn’t thrilled at the thought of reviewing this DVD. It’s not that I dislike Stephen K Amos, it’s just that I’ve never really laughed at him. I’ve seen him on the odd panel game show and I’ve never even sniggered.

So I put off watching this for as long possible. When I did finally press play I wasn’t completely won over but I was pleasantly surprised. Find the Funny was recorded last year at The Enmore Theatre in Sydney. At first glance it seems an odd choice but it turns out Stephen has a history of performing in Australia so the crowd know what to expect and are game for a laugh. He has a good rapport with the audience and it only takes a couple of minutes before I raise a smile. A good joke about flying business class (what is the appeal of a tiny hot towel?) brings the first real laugh, and more do follow. While lecturing a teenager in the audience Stephen compares the obsession with Facebook and MySpace friends to his one pen pal as a child. As he says it really was a different time. Stephen keeps the home crowd happy with a couple of Aussie-centric gags (who knew there was beef between Sydney and Adelaide?) but he also does enough to keep a Brit like me amused with tales of gigs gone wrong in Norwich. I’m not sure he’ll win over any new fans with Find the Funny but the next time I see him on TV I’ve decided to give him a chance.

Find the Funny is out now on DVD

Where can you go for an exquisite taste of Venice in London? Well to the Vineria in St John’s Wood of course.

London gets an authentic mouthful of regional Italian cuisine from this chic, modern restaurant, which also boasts a selection of over 150 labels of the most prestigious Italian wines. So what’s the menu like? Tasty, to summarise in one word.

Starters was a truly scrumptious affair, oven baked aubergines with parmesan cheese, buffalo mozzarella accompanied by a basil and tomato sauce. Warm, juicy and cooked to perfection – I would highly recommend this to all non- veggies out there. Alternatively, wrap your senses around the chef’s own crackers and salmon, the wafers are melt in your mouth and the salmon is light and succulent add a drizzle of honey over the top and this starter is well worth travelling across London for. The main’s menu is mouth watering; I opted for the homemade whole-wheat fat spaghetti with duck ragut, the sauce was deliciously meaty and rich and the spaghetti filling. If spaghetti isn’t your thing, I urge you to try the pan fried fillet of veal with black kale – which was tender and full of juicy flavour – a fantastic main.

For dessert, try the home made tiramisu, which could well be the best tiramisu I have ever eaten, really it’s that good.

The atmosphere was somewhat limp and it may take you a while to choose a wine from their brilliant selection but Vineria is worth every penny.

Vineria, 1 Blenheim Terrace, London NW8 0EH Info: www.vineriarestaurant.com

Words: Nicke Adebowale Lime rating: HH 1/2

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ARE WE NEARLY THERE YET? 10 Family Friendly Hangouts around London

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ur resident family man, Raymond Rweyemamu, picks his ten favourite family-friendly places around London.

Horniman Museum

This place is a bit like Dr Who’s tardis: its outward appearance is deceptive because it has many more attractions than one might guess from looking in from the outside. It’s a proper museum with Anthropological and Archaeological pieces.

But there is also a Natural History collection and a musical instruments Collection too. If that was not enough, there is large garden (16 acres) and a small zoo.

A particular highlight of the Horniman is the strong focus on items from Africa and Asia. And there are plenty of activities and competitions for children to get involved with throughout the year.

Info: www.horniman.ac.uk

Tate Modern

Anyone with kids who have started to walk, this is the place to bring them. There is plenty of space here for the kids to run about both inside

the gallery and outside. A visit to Tate Modern can take in three parts: first outside, Tate Modern is situated on the banks of the River Thames.

So children can enjoy the river even before they go into Tate Modern - there is the water, boats and the sandy river bank to enjoy. Secondly the art collections of unusual

WORDS: Raymond Rweyemamu

Royal Festival Hall Horniman Museum

pictures, paintings and objects. Third, the restaurant on the top floor gives you a great view of the city.

Info: www.tate.org.uk

Royal Festival Hall

The RFH is great for your babies and toddlers. For the babies, there are acres of safe, carpeted space to go crawling about in. Nooks and crannies can be found all over the place where the little mites can play around without disturbing anyone or being in danger of being trodden on. For the parents, nearly every day there are free

music events that you can enjoy with the kids. Do not forget to peek into the Saison Poetry library on the fifth floor which has a great collection of poetry books for children of all ages.

Info: www. southbankcentre.co.uk/ venues/royal-festival-hall

Children’s Museum in Bethnal Green

Although, this is called the Children’s Museum, I believe it is really for the ‘big kid’ in every one of us adults. You walk into the Museum and you take your kids back in time as you

try and excite them about the time when there was no “CBeebies”, when there were no electronic toys (well, not many) and when kids (well, us parents) generally made our own fun. Ok, I exaggerate.

But not by much. The Museum is full of fun stuff for all ages. There are not only displays of toys, games and play things for children from the 1900’s (with a good stock of items from the 1960’s to the 1990’s) but there are also displays of items that kids from other parts of the world play with. There is also an on site restaurant that serves wholesome meals aimed at children.

Info: www.vam.ac.uk/moc

Hackney City Farm

After singing “Old Macdonald had a farm” for the umpteenth time, there comes a time in every parent’s life when the thought

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REVIEW pigs, donkeys, cows, goats, sheep, small animals (e.g. rabbits) and birds (chickens/ ducks). The on-site cafe deserves a special mention with good quality food. And with literally tens and tens of high chairs it’s a good place to bring the kids.

Info: www. hackneycityfarm.co.uk

Spitalfields and Brick lane

A visit here is all about teaching the little ones to go shopping. Not really, only kidding. Of course, there are many interesting market stalls and shops around this

Tower Hamlet’s Cemetery Park

At 33 acres, this is a huge cemetery. It may not be Hampstead Heath but when you walk to the middle of this cemetery, you can look around and all you see is greenery. For a little while you can forget that you are in an urban part of Zone 2, east London. It is not quite silent but the noise of the city is muted in the background.

As you look around, what do you see? This is not a neat and tidy, prim and trim cemetery park. It is Tower Hamlet’s first designated official Nature Reserve so there is a lot of flora and fauna. You can either enjoy taking them around the place yourself or you can attend one of the many events that are put on.

Info: www. towerhamletscemetery. org/

British Museum

or visit at less busy times).

Second, there is lots to learn.

And the Museum has put lots of thought and effort to support not only adults wishing to learn but help is on offer for parents with children to do this too. Be sure you check out the ‘Families and children’ section of the website before your visit.

Info: www.britishmuseum. org

Science Museum

This is the place for parents to take the little Einstein’s in their charge. There are both static exhibits to look at here and exhibits where kids can get their hands on stuff and do things. There are also specific zones in the museum for children of all age groups starting with an area for babies who are only a few months old. Of course, there are zones for older kids to get involved too.

Info: www. sciencemuseum.org.uk

Natural History Museum

Children’s Museum in Bethnal Green pops into his head: “Hey why don’t I take the kids to see a real farm?” Well, if you are anywhere near postcode E2, “Hackney City Farm” is the place to go. It’s a small, cosy place but still has room for a range of animals, including:

Hackney City Farm

place. There are places to eat offering authentic ethnic cuisines from of course the Curry Houses on Brick Lane; the independent Italian (and other nationalities) family run restaurants; food stalls in the market with cooking from the four corners of the globe; many big open spaces without cars to worry about; skateboarding events and other ‘youth’ spectacles like that.

Info: www.spitalfields. org.uk

To say that there is something for everyone in this place would be an understatement.

With seven million objects, an attempt is made to tell the whole history of human culture through the artifacts and documents on display.

All continents are covered and covered in great depth.

What’s in it for the kids? First this is a huge space for them to run wild around (parents have to be careful to choose either less popular galleries

For those interested in anything to do with nature, the Natural History Museum is like Bluewater, Westfield and Brent Cross combined - all the science about the Natural World under one roof. The star attraction here is the Dinosaurs Exhibition.

The dinosaurs are brought back to life vividly. And all the paleontology is explained in an easy to understand way - both kids and their parents will learn loads.

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REVIEW JUSA

Dubbed the ambassador of African dancehall, multi award winning dancehall artist and producer Jusa Dementor is a young, fresh and innovative talent, originating from Zimbabwe but now residing in the UK. The sounds of the Derby based 26-year-old have been adopted by the Funky House scene and it’s clear to see why, his sound is infectious.

His African Horn Dance is racing up the charts on MTV Base Africa and he has also just been confirmed for next month’s Pearl Ball. Jusa is proving to be a formidable force within the industry and is certainly one to watch for this summer – get your party shoes out.

Info: www.myspace.com/ jusadementor

JESSICA ‘JESSIE J’ CORNISH

BRIGHT YOUNG THINGS

Sparkling Gems who have Caught Lime’s Eye WORDS: Michelle Adabra been honing her performance ability form the age of 17 touring with the likes of Macy Gray and Chris Brown. Also signed to Sony ATV Music Publishing as a songwriter at the age of 19, she recently gained her first number one with Party In The USA a song that she gave away to Miley Cyrus. She also penned I Need This, which features on Chris Brown’s Graffiti album.

Jessie’s recent performance at popular music showcase ILuvLive left the audience reeling for more. Her debut album is rumoured to drop sometime later this year and is sure to be a musical masterpiece. Lime predicts big things for this young lady!

Info: www.myspace.com/ musicjessiej

By now you may recognise Kedar Williams-Sterling from his gripping central performance in gritty street flick Shank - which was the first big-screen role for the rising star. The talented 15-year-old Londoner attended Sylvia Young Theatre School and is currently at the Italia Conti Stage School. He has also featured as Young Simba in The Lion King in London’s West End. He has since appeared in a number of TV roles including an episode of Silent Witness.

MO ALI

SCREEN:

KEDAR WILLIAMS-STIRLING The unique melodic tone and incredible vocal ability of the Brit School trained 21-year-old have created a real buzz across the music scene, in the UK and the US. Recently, signed to Island Records UK, and Republic Records (Universal) in the States, the songstress has

Mo Ali is one of the hottest directors in the UK urban music scene right now. From

his infancy as a street kid in Saudi Arabia, to his childhood and adolescence on the estates of east London, he brings an understanding of contemporary youth culture. He can relate to the characters in Shank, his debut feature film having grown up literally fighting for food. With his extreme drive and visual bravado, Mo has already directed over 60 music videos for the likes of Chipmunk, Tinchy Stryder and Plan B. Mo also judged this year’s Real Lives AntiKnife Crime Film Competition for Youth Offending Teams in conjunction with the Home Office. The competition is open to young people enrolled on a knife crime prevention programme in Youth Offending Teams in England and Wales.

THEATRE:

ATIHA SEN GUPTA

Hailed by Kevin Spacey as a ‘new voice for the theatre’, 21-year-old Athia Sen Gupta sent a ripple through the theatre world when her first play What Fatima Did staged at the Hampstead Theatre last year to mass critical acclaim. The young playwright – who has written for cult Channel Four show Skins – has also worked with top playwright Roy Williams.

She is also one of the first recipients of an award from the Ideas Tap fund, set up by ­philanthropist Peter De Haan and ­presented by Kevin Spacey. We expect more probing drama from this talented young lady.

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COMEDY

JASON LEWIS: MAN ON A MISSION

WORDS: Victoria Woode

Multi-talented comic and actor Jason Lewis from MTV Base’s Jason Lewis Experience reveals his journey into comedy.

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hat inspired you to get into comedy?

Well first off all you’ve got to be dumb at school and then you become funny (laughs).

No seriously, I’ve always kind of been funny since I was young at school. I trained at the Anna Scher Theatre School, once I finished there I became frustrated at not being able to get any decent castings.

I was just like there’s got

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actually happened to me. I basically take it to the extreme for the sketch. The officers ask me the typical questions like where are you from?

As well as do you use cocoa butter? Are you on T-mobile? All off that stereotypical stuff (laughs).

Who is your favourite comedian?

Richard Pryor, I grew up watching him, his style kind of reflects mine; you

It depends on whether the woman will go to that zone, some do gross out humour and they just don’t need to go there. Women can take themselves too seriously. A lot of it is down to image, women want to look a certain way, these things prevent women from getting into comedy.

Do you feel like you’ve developed something new in comedy?

Yeah. For example coming

here’s a sketch taken from my show; it’s a scene where I get stopped and searched by the police, which actually happened to me.’

be another way to get my name out there. I always knew I could do comedy so it was just another avenue for me.

Are any of your sketches based on real life experiences?

Yeah. I don’t really do jokes. I use experiences and turn those into humour. There’s a sketch taken from my show; it’s a scene where I get stopped and searched by the police, which

know the edginess and tendencies to push the boundaries. I’ve always been into funny characters in whatever it was: Laurel and Hardy, Only Fools and Horses and Some Mothers Do Have Them were always in front of me.

Some people say that women aren’t as funny as men, what do you think?

It’s most equal. I mean men and women think the same but differently.

from the urban culture that I come from no one was really doing the sketch stuff online, no one was using that outlet. It seemed simple

to me so I started doing it and now you’ve got all these other people doing it.

Are spoofs and sketches your thing or can we catch you doing stand up too?

In my heart of hearts I’m an actor, writer and then comedian. I’m most comfortable in front of the camera that’s when I’m in my element. I don’t mind being on a stage but it’s not my preference.

So for those that don’t know where might we have seen you before?

You would have seen me on the Jason Lewis Experience, which was my own show on MTV Base. I’m currently in a programme called Bellamy’s People that’s on BBC 2 every Thursday at 10pm.

JASON LEWIS TIPS ON GETTING INTO COMEDY What advice would you give to young people who want to get into comedy acting?

I’d say don’t be afraid to do it yourself! You’ve got the Internet, use it to your advantage. I didn’t have any options, I had to do it all myself to get my foot in the door. Oh and don’t be afraid to be different. I had to analyse the game and think okay let me go in this direction, no one’s really doing this and it worked.

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11 Apr

23 / 24 Apr

Let’s Talk About Sex (part 2) Featuring Rudi Lickwood with Felicity Ethnic, Tony Hendricks, with compere Teddy Bear. The night will be a fun-filled event with audience participation.

This night is not for the “prudish” and is an over 18+ event. Excellent comedy humour, lots of fun and some “wicked” bantering.

Time: 7pm The Broadway Theatre, Catford Broadway, London SE6 4RU Info: tharmmequest@hotmail.com Lime magazine has a pair of tickets to giveaway. To enter, email competition@comelime.com with ‘Let’s Talk About Sex’ in the subject header by 7 April, 2010.

22 Apr

Real Deal Comedy Jam ft Melanie Comarcho, Jason Andors, Richard Blackwood, Littleman – hosted by Kat The award winning comedienne Melanie Comarcho has been one of the US’s most sought-after and favourable female comediennes for a decade. Melanie will be accompanied on tour

by US comedian Jason Andors, comedian/ TV presenter Richard Blackwood and up-coming UK comedian Littleman.

Hosting the show is Kat. Entertainment will be provided by award winning dance troupe’s Twist and Pulse and Status 1 who will amaze the audience with their in synced and dazzling performances.

Time: 7pm / 7.30pm Sway, 61-65 Great Queen St, London, WC2B 5BZ Info: www.theticketsellers.co.uk / www.swaybar. co.uk Lime magazine has a pair of tickets to give-away. To enter, email competition@comelime.com with ‘Real Deal’ in the subject header by 19 April, 2010.

The Originals - an exclusive night featuring five pioneers of New Variety and contemporary black British Comedy

Hosted by pioneer black stand up comedienne Angie Le Mar, this a unique stand-up show featuring five pioneers of black British comedy. The line-up includes star of BBC2’s new comedy Bellamy’s People Felix Dexter, musical duo Jefferson & Whitfield, talented specialty act Miles Crawford, Leo Muhammad and Felicity Ethnic.

Time: 7.45pm Barbican Theatre, Silk Street, London EC1 Info: www.barbican.org.uk/bite Lime magazine has a pair of tickets to give-away. To enter, email competition@comelime.com with ‘The Originals’ in the subject header by 20 April, 2010.

01 – 03 Apr

Llewella Gideon: The Best of The Little Big Woman Llewella Gideon is back with her acclaimed one woman theatre show -The Best of Little Big Woman.

Her trademark brand of sketches, characters and songs injects humour into situations where it does not seem possible!

Llewella Gideon, The original little big woman: actress, writer, director and producer.

Time: 7pm Leicester Square Theatre, 6 Leicester Place London WC2H 7BX Info: 0244 847 2475

and special musical guests.

Join an audience of VIPs for one of the top comedy events of the year. A timely and irreverent ‘comedy of ethnic proportions’ about a salt-of-the-earth Muslim cabbie who discovers he’s adopted and Jewish.

HMV Hammersmith Apollo, London W6 Info: www. meanfiddler.com

08 Apr

The World Premier of “The Infidel”starring Omid Djalili Plus live performances from Omid Djalili, David Baddiel

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Afridiziak Theatre News: www.afridiziak.com.

Afridiziak Theatre News National Theatre to Produce Critically Acclaimed New Broadway Musical FELA!

It has just been announced that in November 2010, The National Theatre, one of the world’s most prestigious venues, will produce FELA!, this

season’s most heralded new musical on Broadway.

Performances at The National’s Olivier Theatre are slated to begin Saturday, November 6, with an official Opening Night set for Tuesday, November 16, 2010.

FELA! will perform in repertory at the National with William Shakespeare’s HAMLET for a limited run. We can’t wait. Lime readers will remember our Dec/Jan issue – Lime’s Hot 2010 where the front cover was a striking image from Fela! On Broadway. We love being trailblazers.

16 Apr

Win tickets to A Day at The Racists A stunning new piece of political theatre from awardwinning playwright Andres Lustgarten. A Day at The Racists is a devastatingly timely examination of the rise of the BNP in London set in Barking. Pete Case used to be a leading Labour Party organiser in the local car factories and now he struggles to get by. His son Mark can’t get a job or onto the housing list, and nobody seems to care. Pete finds unexpected hope: Gina a young, mixed race lady and standing for Parliament on a platform of helping the local community. She is standing for the British National party. As Pete’s rage and despair gradually overcome his longstanding loathing of the BNP, he is drawn into the world of Gina’s campaign and finds himself entangled in a nightmare of political machinations that pit his closest relationships against his longest-held beliefs. A uniquely brave and perceptive piece of theatre that both attempts to understand why people might be drawn to the BNP and diagnoses the deeper cause of that attraction – the political abandonment and betrayal of the working class by New Labour. The play stars Zaraah Abrahams from Coronation Street, Thusitha Jayasundera, Holby City and The Bill and Julian Littman.

Time: 7.30pm The Broadway, Barking IG11 7LS Info: www.thebroadwaybarking.com Lime magazine has a pair of tickets to give away to see A Day at the Racists at the Broadway Theatre, Barking.

To enter, email competition@comelime.com with ‘Racists’ in the subject header by April 13, 2010.

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Zaraah Abrahams Takes Centre Stage Z

araah Abrahams attended the Italia Conti Stage School and landed the role of Magda in the TV adaptation of Jacqueline Wilson’s Girls in Love. She left London at the age of 18 to pursue a career in acting in Manchester playing the part of Joanne Jackson in 176 episodes of Coronation Street. In 2008 she joined the cast of Waterloo Road as student Michaela White and became a core part of the cast for the forth series in 2009. During 2008 Zaraah also took part in ITV1’s Dancing On Ice as a replacement skater. She went onto come third in the series and travelled the UK with Torvill and Dean on the Dancing On Ice Live Tour before competing in the Christmas special with Team Torvill.

We caught up with her as she prepared for her role in A Day at the Races which will be at the Broadway Theatre, Barking this month.

A Day at the Racists is described as ‘a devastatingly timely examination of the rise of the BNP in London set in Barking’ – it sound pretty heavy duty. What attracted you to this production as it’s a far cry from the glitz and glamour of TV?

It is yes, I got the description of the character and I asked for the script. As soon as I started reading it I absolutely fell in love with it. It’s honest, simple and clever and made me think if I can be part of this I will be proud. It deals with issues people don’t talk about – conversations we have in our home and we’re putting it on the stage. We are saying ‘let’s do something about it’.

It’s was at the Finborough Theatre, Earls Court in March and then the Broadway Theatre, Barking. This is the first year I’ve not been part of an on going series since the age of 12. This is a good start and would really like to get into film so I’m working with my agent.

Tell us about your experience in the hit show Dancing on Ice.

WORDS: Sophia A Jackson

It was absolutely wonderful.

It’s rare to find a group of people who are willing you

‘I

think people are still writing for colour and it is apparent but that’s the way it is and the only way to make a difference is to keep going and when you get there, make a difference.’

People’s performances have that affect but it’s not often that writing is so thoughtprovoking. I’ve had scenes touch me but not a whole script and this one just keeps you going.

How would you describe your own knowledge and interest in politics especially with the General Election coming up?

Erm, I have to say the reason why this play stood out for me is because people in general don’t know the ins and outs of politics. Although they know what’s not being done. This play is for Tom, Dick and Harry – it’s about taxes, benefits, the national health system etc.

It educates you on deeper meaning but using colloquial language, we just want you to give what you are going to give. Also the fact that if I was in a play like this then maybe the fan base I have would get educated in a way that is easier to understand.

What are your own personal experiences of racism?

I don’t really have any. I’ve never been shouted at in the street or called horrible names but I did go to a white school and I didn’t’ really feel a difference but I was told by grandma and grandma’s friends that it would be possible that the girl with the blond swinging hair might get the part over me. I don’t take it personally. You just need to be who you.

Has the colour of your skin affected your career as an actress do you think?

I think people are still writing for colour and it is apparent but that’s the way it is and the only way to make a difference is to keep going and when you get there, make a difference.

What else does 2010 have in store for you? Will the play be going on tour?

to do so well and they were all wonderful. The show was amazing and showed that if you put your mind to something you can do it. I got amazing strength from Torvill and Dean.

This is our Bright Young Things issue – what advice would you give to young people who want to follow in your footsteps?

Study your craft, think positively and stay focused.

Where’s the best place in London to take young people?

Oaks Farm in Banstead – gorgeous café and really family orientated, everyone walking around with their dogs.

A Day at the Racists will be at the Broadway Theatre, Barking on Friday 16 April, 7.30pm.

Courtesy of Afridiziak Theatre News: www. afridiziak.com

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THEATRE The Harder They Come Returns

We are pleased to report that the acclaimed movie to play adaptation of Perry Henzell’s The Harder They Come returns this summer for a UK Tour. It was the 1972 movie that took reggae to the world. Now The Harder They Come is set to take Britain by storm once again, live on stage.

Following a triumphant West End run and high profile performances in Toronto and Miami, a national seven-venue tour of this iconic reggae musical takes place from May to July 2010, bringing original author Perry Henzell’s quintessential tale of 70s Jamaica to life.

01 – 03 Apr Ghost Boy

20 Stories High and Contact Theatre present Ghost Boy, a new play by Keith Saha.

Fusing grime, dubstep, ska, puppetry, hip hop theatre, street art and dance, Ghost Boy is an anarchic, energetic and challenging piece of theatre brought to you by an eclectic range of artists: dancers, puppeteers, live musicians and actors, including Everal Walsh (Channel 4’s Max and Paddy) and Tachia Newall (BBC’s Waterloo Road).

Ghost Boy is a play about forgiveness and retribution – and about the breakdown

of communication between younger and older generations.

Bernie Grant Arts Centre, Tottenham, London Info: www. berniegrantcentre.co.uk

BOOK NOW

06 – 24 Apr

Laurence Fishburne’s Riff Raff

It’s Halloween, and halfbrothers Mike “20-20” and Billy “Torch” are holed up in an abandoned crack den on the Lower East Side. They’ve got three kilos of smack, blood on their hands and New York’s biggest drug lord on their tail. With nowhere to turn, Mike calls his old friend Tony ‘T’ from Brooklyn to get them out of their mess.

When the man arrives and the night draws in, stories are swapped, loyalties are tested and the bleakness of their criminal lives threatens to envelop them forever. The cast for the UK première of Riff Raff by award-winning actor Laurence Fishburne, at the Arcola Theatre will be Ariyon Bakare as Tony, Karl Collins as Mike and Eugene O’Hare as Billy. Fishburne’s powerful hit play about New York’s criminal underworld is presented by new theatre company Alarum.

Arcola Theatre, studio 3, 27 Arcola Street, London E8 2DJ Info: www.arcolatheatre. com

15 Apr – 5 Jun Ruined A small mining town deep in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In Mama Nadi’s bar her rules apply. No arguments, no politics, no

guns. When two new girls tainted with the stigma of their recent past arrive, Mama is forced to reassess her business priorities and personal loyalties. As tales of local atrocities spread and tensions between rebels and government militia rise, the realities of life in civil war provide the ultimate test of the human spirit.

Lynn Nottage’s other plays include Intimate Apparel and Fabulation.

Time: 7.30pm Almeida Theatre, Almeida Street Islington London N1 1TA Info: 020 7359 4404

28 Apr – 15 May

Desert Boy They say your life flashes in front of you just before you die. But supposing it’s not just your life. Supposing it’s someone else’s. Soldier Boy’s in a deep situation.

Minding his own on the

streets of Deptford, he collides with the wrong crowd and meets trouble.

Just one more hoody with a knife in his belly, he lies crying for his mother on a riverbank. Instead his cries are heard by the long-dead Desert Man, from Mali 300 years ago. This is the start of an amazing trip, from the chaos and crime of London streets to the stench of slave ships on the open seas and the chains of cotton plantations in America’s Deep South.

Time: 7.30pm The Albany, Douglas Way, London SE8 4AG Info: 020 8692 4446

A Young Vic/ATC/Drum Theatre Plymouth co-production

Eurydice

by Sarah Ruhl ‘The most moving exploration of loss that the American theater has produced.’

New York Times Created by the team behind the multi-award-winning The Brothers Size.

29 April - 05 June Tickets from £12 www.youngvic.org 020 7922 2922

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Community

BUILDING A ROOF FOR THE SKY

Baffled by the title of this article? I thought I’d get your attention.

S

till baffled?.. Read on If you ask a builder to build a roof for the sky they’d probably think you’re barmy. “How on earth, can you expect me, to build a roof for the sky?!

How would that protect you and your family from the eventualities that life brings?”

That’s a likely response or the polite version at least.

It sounds ridiculous, but isn’t that what we do every time we push a dream to better our conditions to the side, especially that dream to be your own boss.

I had to make the decision to pursue my dream of having my own business after a charity Help Centre that I hold dear to my heart, was threatened with closure.

All because of a lack of funds! The Help Centre that helped my mother to recovery after suffering from a horrible brain disease, the Help Centre that helped me gain confidence back after an early life of trauma. After receiving so much help, I wasn’t in a position to help in a significant way. It dawned on me that I had a talent and I was doing nothing with it!

I was forever planning and feeling frustrated because my job paid me the same

amount every month and no matter how much effort I put in or passion I had, my monthly wage remained the same. Even after promotion, it was the same story. My growth always had a ceiling.

Every day, month or year we put off a dream and pretend we’re still ‘planning’ we are laying another roof tile on the roof of our growth.

There is a time for everything, you may say, but what actual time is it now?

It is impossible to build a roof for the sky because the higher you aim, the higher the sky expands and that’s what we do when we decide to make do with what we have instead of reaching our full potential; you end up limiting your self and your vision.

What ends up happening, is that you make do with building a house and capping some of the sky and pretending that you have successfully reached the limit. In fact, what actually ends up happening is, you shut of the rest of the sky so you don’t have to face the fact that there is much more of the sky to reach.

Every time you give in to excuses of putting

WORDS: Rosie Gbegnedji

Definition of a roof Upper covering of a building Definition of sky The region of the clouds or the upper air; the upper atmosphere of the earth something off until tomorrow you lay another roof tile to your sky. Or every time you listen to a negative word from someone telling you, in not so many words, that what you want to do is too difficult or impossible, you give them permission to lay another roof tile to your sky.

Think about it.

Aim high, because each of us has a talent which is trying to come to the

surface through an unquenching desire to do more with our lives.

Roof tile anyone?

Good, thought not! Take the roof off your potential. The sky is the limit and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.

Warning: Expect trials, challenges, long days and short nights with exceedingly great rewards!

• Rosie Gbegnedji (benned-gee) is the managing director of Inspired Copy.

A copywriting agency, supplying businesses with attention grabbing words.

www.inspiredcopy.co.uk ~ rosie@inspiredcopy.co.uk

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community From 01 Apr BYAA Nominations Awards open Please have a think about who you can nominate within the following categories and also pass on to friends, family and associates:- Arts; Business and Enterprise; Choices; Community; Education and Sports. New for 2010: BYA Young Chef and BYA Creative Artiste.

Info: www. blackyouthachievements. org

02 /04/08/09 Apr

Black History Walks In 100 minutes your guide will take you through hundreds of years of the African presence, and contribution, to London’s way of life. Discover secret alleyways and enormous buildings all connected to Africa and the Caribbean in ways which the owners do not want you to know. Find out about black loyalists and African revolutionaries.

Uncover the submerged links between racism, trade, religion, slavery and politics which are still evident in the very streets and buildings of the oldest part of London.

Info: www. blackhistorywalks.co.uk

02 – 18 Apr Hunt the Rat

of the ship’s crew, have snuck on board and hidden themselves around the ship - can you find them all?

HMS Belfast is moored on the Thames between London Bridge and Tower Bridge.

Time: 10.00am - 6.00pm Info: www.iwm.org.uk

04 / 05 Apr

Cadbury and National Trust Easter Egg Trail Cadbury has teamed up with the National Trust once more to add a magical twist to the traditional family Easter egg hunt. Youngsters can play detective, hunting high and low for the clues that will lead them to a delicious Cadbury treat, enjoying plenty of fresh air, face painting and family time in the process. The perfect way to keep them entertained while the adults admire the stunning Fenton House.

Time: 11am - 5pm Fenton House, Hampstead Grove, London NW3 6SP Info: www. eastereggtrails.co.uk

06 – 14 Apr

Just Dance Free Easter intensive taster classes in street, jazz and contemporary dance and sessions in event management, and theatre production. For young people aged 13-19 from the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

Time: 10am – 3pm Tabernacle, Powis Square, London W11 2AY Info: www.kccentral.rbkc. gov.uk

07 / 14 Apr As an alternative to a traditional egg hunt, kids can follow a rhyming riddle trail around the ship, where ten mischievous escaped rats, disguised as members

When I grow up I want to be....

Have fun dressing up in costumes from the past and find out all about the jobs that people did in London over 100 years ago. Then, make your very own tool to help you in your job and

have your work portrait taken. A free, ticketed event: tickets allocated upon arrival. A fun, interactive workshop for under 5s and their carers.

07 Apr: 11:00 - 11:30, 12:00 12:30 and 14:00 - 14:30 14 Apr: 11:00 - 11:30, 12:00 12:30 and 14:00 - 14:30

Museum of London, 150 London Wall London EC2Y 5HN Info: www. museumoflondon.org.uk Image credit: © Museum of London

09 Apr

Presenting Workshop: Do you know how to maximise your impact?

Colourful Radio presenter and producer Rosemary Laryea’s, Presenting Workshop will give you the tools to confidently and competently deliver a presentation. You will fully understand the presenting process including how to avoid common mistakes, how to approach, plan and prepare for a presentation and how to get the best out of yourself, thus making an immediate impact every time.

Info: 07961 049241

22 Apr

The Right Business Network

All innovative business owners are invited to attend The Right Business Network and get opportunities that can lead to overcoming hurdles.

The Right Business Network is a series of business functions held at West Ham Football Club and are aimed at entrepreneurs who are interested in growing their businesses within a global market.

Time: 7pm West Ham United Stadium, London Info: www. therightbusinessnetwork. com

On going…

Ripley’s Believe It or Not!

12 Apr

Medieval Art and History of the Nigerian Kingdom of Ife In the wake of the important exhibition currently in Central London, Black History Studies will present an account of the origin and evolution of the Kingdom of Ife. We will discuss the brilliant fine art of this early West African civilisation.

We also address some of the more radical ideas of earlier scholars that connected the Yorubas to the early people of Arabia, Egypt, Atlantis and Ancient America.

Time: 6.45pm to 9.30pm.

PCS Headquarters, 160 Falcon Road, Clapham Junction, London SW11 2LN Info: info@ blackhistorystudies.com

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! London is a must-see entertainment attraction for all visitors to the capital. It consists of unique, original, and unbelievable artefacts collected from all over the world, many by the founder of Ripley’s - Robert Ripley himself, during his global travels from 1920’s and the 1930’s. With over 500 exhibits to see; some of which are so bizarre and remarkable that visitors will not believe it until they see it for themselves.

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BRIGHT YOUNG THINGS: UMBRELLA STUDIOS

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he award-winning duo, Daniel Anderson and Joshua Bailey, managing directors of Umbrella Studios have chosen to tell a unique story called Broken Souls, which allows its audience to discover and understand the complexities and the desensitisation behind realities such as loneliness, doubt, anger, identity, ignorance, culture, death, pride, greed, power, despair, mental instability, determination, love, loyalty, super-naturalism, God and hope. As creative artists they are in the pre-production stage of developing and planning how to use audio and visual to nurture this story into a relevant piece of independent filmmaking.

A product that will create an exciting buzz within the industry and a project that will captivate the hearts of many.

Umbrella stands for: Unity/Uniqueness Motivation Brilliance Reality Entertainment Loyalty Love Action

In their own words…

We know and believe that music and film, especially in the climate we’re in, can be used effectively as a fundamental change agent, catalyst and expression of hope amongst so much corruption, hatred, and confusion within the minds, choices and lifestyles of our young people.

However, we are ambitious and persistent to launch Umbrella Studios in Birmingham that will develop, create and maintain original media ideas grounded in the experiences of young men and women. Allowing them to be heard, get their stories told without manipulation or clichéd connotations and to be in a position where they are able to realise and develop their own visions, dreams and turn their potential into an achievable and successful future. We as Umbrella want our work to represent excellence, integrity, and uprightness in everything we do and strive towards.

We don’t want to be seen as just an entertainment company or a production company. We believe we have a lot more to offer than just our goods and services.

We have to look at the longevity of the company’s life and how it’s going to sustain and endure in an industry that is extremely competitive

WORDS: Daniel Anderson and Joshua Bailey

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e aim to enhance and nurture people’s hopes and dreams through our creativity’ on every level. That’s why we feel Umbrella has to have a universal significance.

We aim to enhance and nurture people’s hopes and dreams and to inspire Birmingham and the UK through our creativity, whether it’s through film, TV, radio, theatre, music, art or photography. We’ve realised that talent isn’t just over in America. It’s not just in London or Manchester.

It’s in Birmingham as well.

We have the talent to create blockbuster films. We have

the talent to create hit singles and albums.

We have the talent to create a plethora of things it’s just that we need the right outlet to be able to achieve this. We have stories to tell, and Umbrella Studios, we feel is going to be the key in getting our stories told, promoted and distributed by doing what we do best.

Through Umbrella’s continual developing support network it will be a movement throughout the years of growth and expansion that will transform and encourage the lives of many broken souls.

Umbrella Studios are hosting a fundraising event for their film, Broken Souls on 17 April, 2010. For more information, visit www. umbrellastudios.co.uk

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FILM REVIEW:

In the Land of the Free Words: Victoria Woode Lime rating: HHHHH

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n the Land of the Free is a documentary film portraying the true-life story of three men (the Angola three) who were wrongly accused of murder in 1972 and to this day two of the suspects are still imprisoned in the Louisiana state penitentiary in solitarily confinement.

The feature delves into the lives of the ‘Angola three’ - Herman Wallace, Albert Woodfox and Robert King.

As an audience we soon find out how they wound up in prison and we are enlightened on the trials and tribulations they have faced since being sentenced.

They were all serving time for crimes that they did commit -armed robbery. However whilst in prison, a prison guard named Brent Miller was brutally murdered.

The blame fell into the hands of the Angola three who just so happened to be members of the Black Panther movement.

The inmates participate in over the phone interviews where they discuss the treatment of prisoners in the early Seventies - working 17 hours per day in the prison yard, homosexuality, rape, being shackled to beds,

violence, and hunger strikes.

The main focus of the film is on the solitary confinement cells known as Close Cell Restriction (CCR). The three innocent men reside in individual cells with measurements of nine foot by six foot.

They are locked in these cells for 23 hours a day seven days a week and had been there for 37 years.

Fortunately Robert King (one of the wrongly accused) has since been released after making a plea bargain with the court. Now the family and lawyers of Herman Wallace and Albert Woodfox continue to try and clear their names.

In The Land of The Free is a powerful film, highlighting corrupt behaviour, racism and injustice in a backward state that clearly have not followed through the United States Bill of Rights.

This is a wonderfully shot film, with a glossy American finish by British director Vadim Jean and narrated by Samuel L Jackson.

In the Land of the Free is out now Info: www.inthelandofthefreefilm.com

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lash of the Titans kicks things off in spectacular 3D style, with more flashing swords on display in Centurion later in the month. Two dark offerings from last year’s London Film Festival hit the screen, The Disappearance of Alice Creed has some decent moments but it’s

’s April Movie Round Up the superbly original and nightmarishly dark Dogtooth which stands out. Drew Barrymore stars in and directs Whip It! a surprisingly funny and engaging drama starring an all-star cast including Ellen Page and Eve. Twilight fans who can’t wait until their next instalment will probably want to see what

R-Patz is up to in Remember Me which also features Pierce Brosnan who in turn crops up in Roman Polanski’s political thriller The Ghost. Woman of the moment Zoe Saldana (fresh from dominating the box-office with Avatar and Star Trek last year) is back in the comic book adaptation of The Losers.

Keep an eye out too for

the promising looking Repo Men starring Jude Law and Forest Whitaker and Cemetery Junction which signals a return to form for Ricky Gervais. Hopefully all this will gear you up for the double-whammy of sequels when Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps and Iron Man 2 hit the screens. Red braces and AC/DC at the ready.

Out now

Out 02 Apr

Just as The Dark Knight re-invented the superhero genre, so Kick-Ass follows it up with an even more brazen take on familiar themes. It might be too much of a jolt for some, but as a cinematic experience it’s a superb slice of honest filmmaking that refuses to conform.

Kick-Ass (Johnson) is and average costumed avenger with no powers or noticeable skills to speak of. He falls foul of a local mob boss who blames him for several attacks on his business when in reality the real vigilantes are Hit-Girl (Moretz) and Big Daddy (Cage), a father/daughter team who use excessive violence. As another ‘hero’ called Red Mist joins the battle, their stories become irrevocably entwined.

Tackling the idea of heroism and Internet fame the story is based on a series of comics of the same name.

Very few efforts have been taken to soften the brutal style of the original work and director Matthew Vaughn must be commended for that. Whilst familiar figures from pop-culture are acknowledged throughout the film (most notably Cage’s Batman knock-off Big Daddy) the story isn’t so self-referential that it alienates the casual viewer.

A genuine classic in the making, Kick-Ass is almost essential viewing.

A film without words is hard to pull off, but when it’s packed full of emotion, visual innovation and dramatic flair it becomes an amazing experience. This is exactly the case with Australian film Samson and Delilah.

Following two young aborigines (the indigenous people of Australia) in one of the pared down slums in which so many reside, the story is one of love, addiction and the cruelty of the world around them. Samson lives with his brothers, every morning he wakes up to them playing music outside his window; and every morning he prepares himself for the day ahead with a few deep inhalations from a tin can full of glue. During one hazy day he encounters Delilah, who is preparing paintings with her grandmother, and takes an instant shine to her. Whilst the feeling is not mutual from the start, the pair are soon brought together by tragedy.

What ensues is an unconventional love story in which words mean nothing and action means everything, and in which the only interaction from the rest of society comes in the forms of the ramblings of a well-meaning homeless guy. It’s bizarre, it’s poignant, and it is utterly gripping; a rare and exciting film.

Film review: Kick-Ass Words: Cassam Looch Lime rating: HHHH

Cast: Aaron Johnson, Chloe Moretz, Nicholas Cage, Christopher Mintz-Plasse and Mark Strong.

Film review: Samson and Delilah Words: Michael Edwards Lime rating: HHHH

Starring: Rowan McNamara, Marissa Gibson, Scott Thornton, Mitjili Napanangka Gibson, Matthew Gibson, Peter Bartlett.

Cassam Looch is a co-founder of www.movievortex.com – providing real movie fans with real movie content.

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Disoriented Generation & Q&A with Wil Johnson An enthralling new lighthearted comedy/drama which follows the fortunes and misfortunes of Ishmael Wil Johnson) as he tries to keep his life on the emotional roller coaster we call love. The film, spanning five years of Ishmaels life, follows his attempts to stay on track as he navigates through three very different life changing relationships in his quest to find love and the perfect family. Sharon, Kenisha and Bola are the women who embark on this extraordinary journey with Ishmael and through these people we experience the slings and arrows, the highs and the lows and those rare moments that can truly be called happiness in the eternal search for love…..

Starring: Wil Johnson / 2009 / 89 mins / 15 Directed by Christian Ashaiku Time: 9.00pm Black Grape Cinema, 268 West Green Rd, London, N15 3QR Info: www.kushfilms.com

11 Apr

Nubian Spirit + Q&A

This is a wonderful educational tool for both children (age 9+) and adults alike who have a genuine thirst for knowledge about the amazing continent of Africa and the world’s

earliest civilizations that emerged from it. The film will be followed by a discussion with Louis Buckley, (director, producer, editor and narrator of this amazing film) and Brother Tony of Black History Walks.

Time: 3pm Flash Musical Theatre Youth Theatre, Methuan Road, Edgware, HA8 6EZ Info: www. blackhistorywalks.co.uk

EAWAY V I G N ETITIO COMP

08 Apr

Launch of Kush Film Club at Black Grape: See Dick Run

15 Apr

Black S/Heroes of World War 2; Talk and Films This event has been specially designed for those looking for someting culturally positive to do with their children during half term. It is aimed squarely at, conscientious adults who take their child’s education seriously, and curious children looking for inspiring influences.

World War 2 is on the curriculum at both primary and secondary level but there is hardly a mention of any African/Caribbean involvement. Africa, the Caribbean and its people were crucial to winning the war and this interactive presentation shows Trinidadian Spitfire and Barbadian bomber pilots, Nigerian troops fighting in Burma. Somali ships and sailors, black and asian women secret agents, German submarines in the Caribbean and the importance of Africa and India’s raw materials all feature. All the information you never got at school plus resources to find out more.

Venue: confirmed on registration Time: 11am Info: www. blackhistorywalks.co.uk

Richard (Kel Mitchell) is a fast-talking ladies man whose life takes a hilarious turn when a voodoo priestess casts a spell that takes away his manhood.

His manhood will be lost forever unless he can reverse the spell before midnight. Now, in a race against time, this notoriously deceitful womanizer must revisit all the women in his life he has wronged and apologize for his lowdown ways. Starring Kel Mitchell (”All That”, “Kenan & Kel”) and Page Kennedy (”Weeds”). Starring: Kel Mitchell, Page Kennedy, Todd Bridges, Phyllis Yvonne Stickney, Chico Benymon, Brooklyn McLinn, Shelli Boone, Heidi Marie Wanser, Trinecia Moore-Pernell Directed by: Dwayne Alexander Smith 89 mins / 2009 / USA / 15 Time: 8.00pm Black Grape Cinema, 268 West Green Rd, London, N15 3QR Info: www.kushfilms.com Lime magazine has two pairs of tickets to giveaway to the launch of Kush Film Club at Black Grape and the screening of See Dick Run. They are also throwing in a free buffet meal for each person. To enter, email competition@comelime.com with ‘See Dick Run’ in the subject header by April 5, 2010. Winners should arrive early to get the best seats – doors open at 7pm.

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FEMME FATALE

Images of Black Women International Film Festival returns stronger than ever

WORDS: Michelle Adabra

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mages of Black Women (IBW) is back this month with its 6th International Film Festival. Established with the aim to give visibility to black women in film, the festival continues to move from strength to strength.

The programme – which this year features a selection of films, performances by UK female lyricists, debates and Q&As with filmmakers – will open with Say My Name: a superb documentary about the struggles women lyricists encounter in the male dominated world of rap music. We spoke to Sylviane Rane, Co-founder and Festival Director of IBW about the festival’s highlights, black women in film and why the show must go on.

This is the 6th festival – how has it evolved over the years?

It has been a very good project born out of a passion for film. It has been quite frustrating to find funding to keep it going but it seems that each year we managed to rise above the obstacles.

Why is the IBW Festival so important?

We, black woman, are at the bottom of the socioeconomic ladder. If we want things to improve we do

have to take matter into our own hand. We cannot rely on others to initiate changes for us. For instance there are other black film festivals, but it is mostly the men’s voice, which is heard. There is also another women’s film festival where the black women voice is overshadowed by the white women voice.

IBW is important because it is the only film festival in the UK which is entirely dedicated to African descent women.

The festival provides a space for film which normally does not have a chance in other festival; a place where films made by black women as well as film with a strong interpretation of black women have centre stage.

Historically, images of black women in film have been somewhat negative – do you think this has changed a great deal?

I believe that there are now more opportunities for black women to interpret diverse characters than before because there are more black people out there who are doing stories with

alternative portrayal of black people in general. However, we are still held to ransom by what I call mainstream regulators because often those filmmakers, men or women, cannot find funding or distributors for their films, which are often said not saleable to mainstream.

Lately this debate was fuelled with the film Precious versus films such as the Great Debaters and Miracle at St Anna. As you know Precious had mainstream distributors behind it and did well, whereas the two others, which give positive portrayal of black people did not. This, despite the fact that one has Hollywood lead actor Denzel Washington as main character and the other is made by established director Spike Lee. Therefore many people wonder whether it is only black misery which is the black experience relevant to mainstream.

What can we look forward to at this year’s festival?

Any highlights?

The whole programme is a treat really; we managed to put together some very good films made by women from across the Diaspora that have never been seen in the UK before. Films such

as Say My Name, Rain, My Nappy Root which is the ultimate documentary on black hair. We will bring to you the fantastic interpretation in Izulu Lami by the female lead 10-year-old Sibahle Mkhabase. She is very talented and it is refreshing to see such natural black beauty on the screen.

Tell me about the festival’s opening film, Say My Name. Why has the festival chosen to open with this film?

It is a very vibrant documentary featuring great artists. It gives a different perspective to women in Hip Hop and rather than the body-image-focus of mainstream, it shows the evolution of the underground movement lead by women. It is about women who devote their life to their art despite adversity. They are great role models who echo IBW purpose to encourage and inspire, so what a great start to the festival!

Images of Black Women Film festival 9th to 11th April 2010 Tricycle Cinema, Kilburn, London Info: www. imagesofblackwomen. com

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You’re Gonna Need A Bigger Boat Film Quiz A multimedia melange to test even the most in-the-know film buffs around. The best

the valuable connections needed to develop a sustainable career within this industry. It is also an opportunity to promote your films to us, as we are seeking films for future screenings at 100PRINT. To attend you must RSVP at info@100prints.co.uk and donations welcomed as all money raised will be feed back into future productions.

Time: 7pm Venue: tbc (Soho) Info: www.100prints. co.uk

21 Apr / 12 May film quiz in London is south of the river to challenge you. Arrive early to ensure you place. No prizes for tardiness. Max 6 people per team.

Time: 7.30pm Upstairs at the Ritzy, Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, London Info: www. upstairsattheritzy.co.uk

21 Apr

100 Prints Presents the Ultimate Networking Experience: from ideas to iPods: Filmmaker’s social

If it is important to you to develop and have a sustainable career in the Film and Media Industry, this event is for you. This month we will open the doors to our inaugural industry networking event. Our networking event’s main objective is to encourage great business development, combining, mingling, drinking and networking among actors, filmmakers, producers and agents while developing valuable new relationships with other local industry professionals. This event will provide attendees with the opportunity to make

Rebound - The Legend of Earl ‘The Goat‘ Manigault Based on the life of real-life Basketball legend and community activist Earl Manigault. Whose drug addiction destroyed his hopes of a professional basketball career, but who went on to become one of Harlem’s most influential citizens after his recovery from drug abuse. In this dramatisation much-loved actor ‘Don Cheadle’ gives an amazing performance. Award winner James Earl Jones also adds life and warmth to this incredible story of a man’s determination to rise above poverty, his mistakes and the hand life has dealt him. His experiences encourage him to help others through sport and enable them to not follow the same perilous path.

This film also sees some truly outstanding performances from Eriq La Salle, Loretta Devine, Michael Beach, Clarence Williams III, Colin Cheadle and Forest Whitaker.

Starring: Don Cheadle, Loretta Devine, Michael Beach, James Earl Jones, Eriq La Salle & Forest Whitaker HBO / 15 / 90 mins Time: 8.00pm Black Grape Cinema, 268 West Green Rd, London, N15 3QR Info: www.kushfilms.com

Don’t Miss

08-11 Apr

Bombay Mix Spring Festival: Rites of Passage

This Spring, Bombay Mix crosses the river to South Kensington – bringing colour, culture and character to the Ciné Lumière.

Presenting a selection of the very best South Asian independent short and feature films from around the world, the festival includes documentary, animation, drama and comedy, plus Q&As with directors.

Feature films are loosely themed around ‘rites of passage’, charting transitions from boyhood to manhood, and the dramas of coming of age.

Venue: Ciné Lumière, 17 Queensbury Place, London SW7 Info: www.bombaymix.org

18 Apr

London on Screen

Follow in the footsteps of Jude Law, Hugh Grant, Ralph Fiennes, Gwyneth Paltrow, Rene Zellweger and other stars of the big screen to discover some of London’s favourite film locations. The capital provides a backdrop for an increasing number of films and on this tour we visit old and new sites in the City and along the Thames, where movies such as ‘Closer,’ ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral,’ ‘Bridget Jones’ Diary’ and ‘Shakespeare in Love’ were made. Find out how filming is arranged, the impact it has on the City, and the history behind selected sites that give a wider picture of London beyond the films.

Time: 2.30-4.30pm Museum of London, 150 London Wall London.

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THIS WONDERFUL LIFE

Gurinder Chada takes on a classic

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ollowing on from global hits like Bend it like Beckham and Bride and Prejudice can never be easy, but British filmmaker Gurinder Chada continues to deliver popular yet original.

Cassam Looch spoke exclusively to the writer and director about her latest film.

It’s a Wonderful Afterlife is an evocative title, does that not add extra pressure on the film?

When I came up with the idea for the title I thought

‘Very clever, it’s funny and different’… but now it’s finished I’m thinking we’ve got to live up to the standards of Capra and Jimmy Stewart with this little film from Southall. However I do think the Frank Capra would have enjoyed the film had he been around. The original [It’s a Wonderful Life] is a funny and moving film, hopefully we achieve something like that by the end of this film.

How do you think modern audiences would react to the films you love? Would

the works of Capra or the Ealing comedies work today?

I hope so. The things I have in my film is the identity and reclaiming the ‘Britishness’ as well as being Asian. I love those Ealing comedies for their fun and style, and they have a very specific British point of view and I wanted to capture that in terms of what Britain is today.

Is it difficult to get a film off the ground where the central characters are Asian?

It’s easier for me, having had some of the successes in the past. I’d like to think we’ve changed things slightly and that you can get films made with a bit more help but it’s hard to get a film off the ground in the first place. It’s not so much about having a film with Asian characters but do those scripts reach out to other people? We have to look out from beyond our community.

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When showing people the script for the first time, or even just pitching the idea, what were the responses? Did it take some persuasion on your

actually a very British thing to do in many ways. We’ve obviously got the comedy and influences from the Ealing studios as well but there is a supernatural

they came together quite seamlessly.

You’re working again with Paul [Mayeda Berges], how has the

‘I WORDS: Cassam Looch this very British story has travelled so well?

Well I’m always thinking of my audience, and as this is also a genre film I’m obviously pleased but not surprised that it has reached out. Luckily I do have a global audience; my films do well in India but also in New Zealand and Scandinavia for example.

Also my films tend to be cross-generational which I don’t think is limited to Asians here but also other immigrant communities around the world.

Something like My Big Fat Greek Wedding is very much an Indian type film and that did really well.

t’s not so much about having a film with Asian characters but do those scripts reach out to other people? We have to look out from beyond our community.’ part to get people on board?

I think some people liked it more than others, so I did have to do some persuading but I think it is a fun concept which most people got straight away.

You’ve managed to successfully blend football and comedy [Bend it like Beckham] as well as classic literature with Bollywood [Bride and Prejudice]. What themes can we expect in this film?

It has become my trademark in some way; I do blend genres and bring them all together. It’s

element at play in this one.

The rest of the cast come from different backgrounds and have varying levels of experience, how do you go about keeping a harmonious set?

You know it’s exciting and also hard. It’s hard to set the frame and get the camera around all the people. So technically that makes it tough. You’ve got people from L.A like Sendhil Ramamurthy [Heroes], people from India like Shabana Azmi as well as newcomers and comedy actors. Such a different group of actors but

creative relationship changed over the years and has it significantly changed since Paul made Mistress of the Spices?

I think it just gets better and better. It’s great teamwork and that’s clear from some of the scripts we are working on. I think at some point Paul will go and make another film as a director but we are writing and working on some exciting projects. I do want to remain in Britain and make films here but you never know.

It’s a Wonderful Afterlife is released nationwide on April 21st.

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04 Apr

La Bomba – Latin Explosion at Pacha London

01 Apr

SoulBrew Eighth Birthday Party Few independent promotions in London have lasted as long as SoulBrew’s eight years and there is one simple secret to their continued success, having fun! In the Party Basement: Maseo (De La Soul); Spin Doctor; Chris P Cuts and in the Disco Lounge: Phil Asher; Red Greg and Andy Bird.

Time: 9pm-3.30am East Village 89 Great Eastern St, EC2A 3HX Info: www.soulbrew.com

01 Apr Line Up: Main Room: Guest DJs Juan Cuba with London’s top urban Latin DJ team, Jose Luis, Loco & Moreno mixing, scratching and cutting up reggaeton, dancehall & Latin hip hop with house. Upstairs: Salsa, Merengue & Bachata with Julián Mr M, Flecha, Miguel SalsaMagic.

Time: 10:30pm - 5am Pacha, London SW1 Info: www.reggaeton.co.uk Lime magazine has two pairs of tickets to give-away.

To enter, email competition@comelime.com with La Bomba in the subject header by 01 Apr 2010.

WAY N GIVEA IO IT T E P COM

04 Apr

Soundcrash Bass Festival: Nightmares on Wax / Trojan Sound System / Dub Pistols Featuring a ridiculously large line up of Nightmares On Wax; Trojan Sound System; Dub Pistols; Smerins Anti Social Club; Lizzy Parks; Paper Tiger and DJ Mr Thing.

Times: 8pm – 2am Koko , 1A Camden High Street, London NW Info: www.ticketweb. co.uk Lime magazine has a pair of tickets to give-away.

To enter, email competition@comelime.com with ‘Nightmares’ in the subject header by April 01, 2010.

Guanabara’s Easter Special: The Choc Shot Ball Featuring Minibloco and special guest Mystro live on stage. Samba, funk and Brazilian soul from DJs T and Limao Gafieira Dance, Capoeira from Grupo Cordão de Ouro and percussion show with Basil. The perfect start to the Easter weekend. It’s now an annual custom at the Choc Shot Ball for every partygoer to be given a chocolate egg filled with Sagatiba Premium Cachaça, absolutely free. Live, from the heart of London’s F-IRE Collective is Minibloco and special guest, underground hip-hop sensation – Mystro. Together they’ll be serving up old and new sun-drenched classics for the dance floor, playing everything from samba, Motown and jungle, to funk, Afro beat and hip-hop.

Time: from 5pm Guanabara, Parker Street London, WC2B 5PW Info: www.guanabara. co.uk

Throughout April

Music Bar, Brixton Every Sunday - hosted by PlayVybz Internet radio with a Sunday roast, live music

and open mic sessions from 6pm followed by an afterparty from 10pm - 2am.

01 Apr: Old skool, garage reunion with: Pied Piper/ Martin Liberty Larner/CK Flash/ Mike Ruff Cut Lloyd 09 Apr: Live neo rock, soul, funky bands 5pm -11pm; Dub Step Drama/ DJ Ransom/Twicenightly/TG & Superfly11pm – late 15 Apr: Live bands – Indie, rock, pop, retro and soul 23 Apr: Soul Fever with DJ Elaine/CK Flash/DJ Crime/ Booker T 28 Apr: Jazz Night with live jazz bands followed by DJ Time: Open 12 late, Tue – Sun Music Bar, 144 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1SD Info: 07056 111 111 / www.musicbarbrixton. com

03 Apr

Fancy The Fancy spectacle returns in full Technicolor glory. Destined to fit in with the location’s rich history, Fancy will also be donating a portion of the ticket sales to their inspiring charity partners, Teenage Cancer Trust and the humanitarian organization, Right To Play.

Time: 9.30pm-3am O2 Shepherds Bush Empire, Shepherd’s Bush Green,W12 8TT Info: www.fancyclub.co.uk

04 Apr

Different, Special, Ment2Excel: Eclectic is 8 Years Old It’s been eight years since we held our first party back in 2002 – who knew that Eclectic would grow to the size that it has now? But more importantly the team is always humbled at how much love has been shown over the years. Thank you!

Not only is the next Eclectic our birthday - but it’s the first one of the year - needless to say it’s going to be huge. No big hype, no big talk – we

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CLUBs think you know by now what to expect when we bring the big guns out.

So treat yourself this upcoming Bank Holiday weekend to something different and special.

Providing the musical assortment on the night will be: Excel Ents, Rawheed Ent and Itchy - with your host Double O. Although it’s our birthday – it’s still about you, so email us with your song requests –thatsmyjam@ment2excel. com Time: 10pm – 4am Ping Pong, 3 Appold Street, EC2A 2AF, Info: www.ment2excel. com

04 Apr

Easter Masquerade Ball Gents of Elegance presents the 5th Easter Masquerade Ball at a luxurious secret location, 16th century historic hotel set in 110 Acres of beautiful landscape Gardens, parks and woodland.

Entertainment by the dynamic duo - Eddie Nestor and Robbie Gee. Music by Mastermind / Daddy Ernie / Fatman & The Colonel. Live PA by Lovers RockiIcon Janet Kay Info: www. gentsofelegance.co.uk

25 Apr / 30 May

The Doctor’s Orders and Back II Life present Back II Boogie Last Sunday of every month with residents Jazzie B, Spin Doctor, Johnny Reckless and Ben Waist - a night dedicated to 80’s soul and boogie.

Playing the very best 80’s soul and boogie with just a touch of 70’s disco and 90’s hip-hop.

Time: 2pm-1am East Village, 89 Great Eastern Street, London EC2A 3HX Info: info@ thedoctorsorders.com

EVERY THURSDAY

Kizomba UK Weekly Kizomba Party in the heart of London with Kizomba classes for all levels from 7 to 8pm then free club from 8pm till late. Club will be rocked till late by Kizomba UK resident DJ Marito + special guests, mixing the best of Kizomba and Zouk, Zouk & Kizomba + other Afro-Latin and Caribbean beats.

Time: From 7pm 101 Bar, 101 New Oxford Street, London WC1A 1DB Info: www.Kizombauk. com yOyO – guest list only Fed up with the usual r&b, chart gangsta hardness, chavvy clientele and the same songs over & over?

Well look no further, as resident hip-hop aficionados Seb Chew & Leo Greenslade continue their much loved yOyO night. The music policy is varied to suit all tastes, with an eclectic mix of everything from 80’s boogie and soul through to to hip hop, r&b, ragga and even a touch of old skool drum n’ bass.

Time: 7pm – 2am Notting Hill Arts Club, London W11 3JQ Info: www.myspace.com/ yoyouk

EVERY FRIDAY

Blow Special Guests**BASEMENT** Arno Cost + Hoxton Whores + Resident DJ’s, Phil Drummond + Mark Storie (Toolroom) + Darryl Green + Neil Barratt. Four rooms of musical mayhem blowing up all night on a Funktion One sound system in pure mash up style, against a customised production set and some tearing visuals and special fx. Free Giveaways and Drinks Offers on all night!

Time: 10pm – super late Egg, 200 York Way, Kings Cross, London N7 9AP

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29 Apr

DJ Krush plus Anchorsong + Mr Thing

The Sensai returns to London for a solo show set to expand the minds of anyone in the vicinity of the Electric Ballrooms. With some exclusive tracks from the forthcoming new LP (out late 2010) this is a not-to-bemissed show for any fans of hip-hop, turntablism and musical progression!DJ Krush is arguably the most gifted producer and DJ in the world with a superb sense in mixing and composing who’s been lauded for years by both his domestic and the international audience.

The Electric Ballroom, 184 Camden High Street, London NW1 8QP Info: www.ticketweb.co.uk Lime magazine has a pair of tickets to give-away. To enter, email competiton@comelime.com with ‘Krush’ in the subject header by 26 April, 2010.

Info: www.clubblow.net Hypnotik Fridays The ultimate end of week, after work, Friday night.

Non-stop party music by the party generals – Special Selexionz and Platinum X. Time: From 7pm until late 75-79 Norwood Road, London Info: 07960246034 Groove Lineage with Paul Aaaron Freestyle eclectic dance music policy inc. soul, (from northern soul to neo soul) nu jazz, acid jazz, jazz dance, funk, disco, breaks, party hip hop, latin, world music, rare grooves, reggae, dancehall, ska, blues, r&b, afrobeat, brokenbeat, dnb, disco, classic and soulful house.

Time: 9pm-2am, Free Entry Hobgoblin, 73 White Lion St, Angel, N1 Info: 07821 357713 / keepthefaithful@gmail. com

EVERY SATURDAY

Coco Blush Resident DJ’s playing r&b, funky house, ol skool, Desi beats and much more.

Lounge bar until 10pm, then party afterwards. DJ’s: Allstar DJs, Mr Mark & Edge Time: 8pm-6am Arch One, 1 Mepham Street, London SE1 8RL Info: http://ceriseentertainment. co.uk/ allstar@ceriseentertainment.co.uk

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THE DJ INTERVIEW WITH MASTERSTEPZ what I want to do.

What made you decide to become a DJ?

What’s the best gig you have ever done anywhere in the world?

My uncle influenced me because he had a sound system so he always played music and that made me want to be a DJ. I used to do disco parties when I was young. When I was about 19 I started to make tunes then I got into the garage scene and it kind of took off from there.

Playing in Dubai is amazing, its one of the best places I’ve ever played! New York and Jamaica were brilliant too.

You have been nominated for a few awards and in 2001 won the Sony Radio Academy Awards for ‘Peace on the Streets’, what is your most valued achievement?

What music do you like playing at a gig?

I like playing everything. It depends on the event but I’m a really diverse person.

Materstepz is an entertainer so I love all kinds of music, from dancehall to r&b to, hip hop, to funky house to garage.

You have interviewed a lot of artists who was your favourite and your worst?

My favourite was T.I and Mariah Carey. T.I was very humble and after I interviewed him he contacted me a few times when he came to England. Mariah was quite good and she called the radio station a few times too to say hello. The worst was Mario Winans – the one hit wonder we never heard from since! He arrived late, he wasn’t paying attention to the questions and he was reading a magazine. I had to walk round and take the magazine away from him.

What was the reason behind you leaving Choice FM last month?

I made the decision to leave Choice FM. There was no need for me to get fired, as I wasn’t doing anything wrong.

I had been there for six years; I helped make Choice FM

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The Peace on the Streets campaign is on a whole different level as younger kids appreciate you. I feel privileged that I can talk to kids and if I can make an impact and they listen, I feel quite happy within myself that I’ve achieved something. There are not a lot of role models in this

f I had the money I would love to open up a school or something for the kids to teach them there’s more to life than gangs and gun crime.’ what it was at its peak, with the Junior Jam and Peace on The Street campaign and Choice being nominated for awards. I felt it was time to venture on to some new stuff. I loved doing what I was doing on the radio but I kind of felt restricted with the music I was playing. I couldn’t creatively put my own input as Masterstepz.

So what’s next?

I have a lot of things in the pipeline and Lime will be the first to know once the deals have been finalised.

You are the first and only UK DJ to sign to New York’s Violater DJ All Stars

agency; can you tell us more about that?

Violater has a massive roster including music artists and DJ’s including 50 Cent, LL Cool J and Mariah Carey.

When I go to America I do a lot of interviews on BET, for example and I was also the only UK judge on a BET Dance competition. I have been interviewing many artists on radio in the States.

I am doing a lot more in New York as now I have the time. I’m also working on a mixtape with Souljah Boy, who is also an artist on Violator’s roster. I’m really excited about this project as I can spend more time doing

country so I love doing things like that outside the music. If I had the money I would love to open up a school or something for the kids to teach them there’s more to life than gangs and gun crime.

What do you love most about being a DJ?

The best thing about my job is I love making people happy; I love playing music and making people dance.

Masterstepz plays Shh at Inc. Club, O2 every Friday night. Look out for a club night in Birmingham with Masterstepz and Trevor Nelson on the 4 April.

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t is important to eat at regular intervals, ideally every 3-5 hours. This helps to keep blood sugar levels stable. Skipping meals or reducing your calorie intake does not help control weight in the long term.

Most of us do not drink enough water. Symptoms of dehydration include dizziness, lack of concentration, irritability and headaches. Aim to drink 6-8 glasses of water a day and you will stay well hydrated.

Your mother was exactly right when she forced you to eat up your greens. We should be eating five servings of fruit and vegetables a day for general health.

To allow your vegetables to retain as much goodness as possible, put them into a pot of boiling water and cook them quickly.

Beware the hidden fat foods which are normally those tasty party foods quiche, sausages, pork pie, salami, and dips are some examples. Of course biscuits, cakes and desserts should also be kept to a minimum and only eaten as a special treat.

When you buy yoghurt, go for low ‘live bio’ versions.

These help to restore the ‘good’ bacteria that aid digestion.

Bread, potatoes and pasta are all carbohydrate foods that have received bad press in the past. On their own, these foods do not make you fat.

However, if you have a big cheese sandwich, knob of butter on your potato (or have chips), or make a rich cream sauce for the pasta you will increase the amount of fat you are eating.

Alcohol taken in moderation can be beneficial

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to health, but if you are watching your weight, it is relevant to know that the calories from alcohol cannot be used as fuel for exercise, nor do they provide any vitamins, minerals or fibre.

The butter vs. margarine debate continues to rage.

The best advice is not to eat a lot of either, but to eat a little of both. The best oil for cooking is Extra Virgin Olive Oil. It is not the cheapest but a little goes a long way.

Dairy products are a high source of fat and cholesterol, BUT they do provide us with other beneficial nutrients. The best approach is to buy “low fat” versions of milk, cheese, yogurt etc. as they will provide you with all the nutrients without the fat element.

It is not necessary to cut meat out of your diet.

Instead, buy the leaner cuts and trim off any fat.

It is also recommended to eat oily fish (tuna,

mackerel and herrings) at least 3 times a week as they contain the beneficial Omega 3 oil.

Finally, whoever said “a little of what you fancy does you good” was probably right - exercise moderation in all things and you cannot go too far wrong. It is not what you eat between Christmas and New Year that makes the difference but rather what you eat between New Year and Christmas.

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