Under Jeanafer Jean Charles’ vision as Artistic Director, I worked as a Creative Associate for events across Newham Unlocked Festival in 2021, celebrating the theme of Unity through a series of free events, performances, and workshops; curated and produced in partnership with local arts organisations.

Plaistow and Green Street was a month-long celebration of unity and community with two landmark events on the weekend of October 16 and 17.

The weekend programme included a specially commissioned Mass Movement parade of 60 dancers from six community groups accompanied by a live band and a fun-packed programme on the outdoor stage in Plaistow Park with performances by singers, poets, dancers, DJ’s and more.

The powerful dance parade in the centre of Queen’s Market was inspired by Green Street as a celebration of the local community.