Generator June 2025

Stùrm by Livia Kojo Alour, 7:30pm

A ‘work in progress’ show

Livia is an award-winning Nigerian German-born poet, writer, musician, theatre maker and mentee of Marisa Carnesky. Her debut solo show Black Sheep rose to critical acclaim at the Edinburgh Fringe ’22 winning the Birds of Paradise Award for Exceptional Theatre. This new work STÙRM is a conceptual live art concert performance talking about experiences of climate anxiety through an Afro futuristic lens. A fusion of orchestral music, vocals, spoken word, film and performance.

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Birds Of Paradise Exceptional Theatre Award

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“Livia Kojo Alour belts out a song that fizzles with energy: a celebration of her life, and the power of saying no.” Broadway Baby

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“Her voice, on versions of songs such as I Put a Spell on You and Wicked Game, is rich and enveloping. The heart of the journey is the embrace of collective Black love.” The Scotsman

Performer: Livia Kojo Alour

Producer: Jo Mackie
Dramaturg: Marisa Carnesky
Composer : Charlie Bates

Supported by Arts Council England, Apples&Snakes, Battersea Arts Centre,Certain Blacks, ACCA Leicester, Jacksons Lane, Proteus, Tramshed

Hair We Go Again by Xanandu Sheriff, 9:00pm

Hair We Go Again is a one-woman sketch show that blends cabaret, movement, storytelling, and comedy. This performance explores the societal impact of Black hair as a beauty standard and how Eurocentric ideals influence identity and self-perception. Drawing on personal testimony, historical context, and pop culture references, this satirical production invites audiences to engage with humour, thought-provoking narratives, and dynamic performance. Trigger warning: Sexy Black woman.

Following this performance will be a Q&A with both Artists.