The Black presence in Georgian theatre and music [Garrick's Temple]
Saturday 10 October 2026
19:00 to 21:00
Bloomsbury Baroque contributes music by Ignatius Sancho and Joseph Bologne to Black History Month, along with incidental suites by Paisible [Oroonoko] and Henry Purcell [The Indian Queen] and songs by Purcell/Courteville [Oroonoko].
The first two composers were Black men of letters as well as composers; the other three were composers writing for works set beyond Europe.
Bloomsbury Baroque [using Baroque instruments]
Philippa Hyde - Soprano
William Summers - Flute, Recorder
Diane Moore - Violin
Ibrahim Aziz - Cello
Yeo Yat-Soon - Harpsichord
Booking in advance is cheaper [£14; £8] and advisable as the venue is small; you can book tickets HERE. Admission is still possible on the door [£16]. The musicians will introduce themselves, the music and their instruments, so no prior knowledge of the programme is necesary.
| Contact |
William williamjsummers@icloud.com 07949 652 315 |
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| Location |
Garrick's Temple to Shakespeare, Garrick's Lawns, Hampton Court Road Hampton on Thames Middlesex TW12 2EJ (view map) |
| Cost | £16 on the door; £14 in advance; £8 under-18s, students, temple volunteers |