Bristol has come together over the past few months since to support victims of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Whether it be restaurants raising funds or locals opening their spare rooms as part of the 'homes for Ukraine scheme'.
The city has welcomed those in need and have extended their hospitality to those who have been forced into difficult situations. And now, Ukraine artists will take to the Bristol Beacon to share their emotions first hand through creative performances.
On Saturday 14 May, Bristol Beacon will present a one-off Benefit Event on created by Bozarts Band, in support of the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. Bozarts Band is a collective of Bristol’s leading musicians and instrumentalists, who will be joined for a uniquely immersive, three-part performance by actress Patrycja Kujawska (Kneehigh Theatre), soprano Katy Garden and special guest, pianist with Ukrainian roots, Veronika Shoot.
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Their programme will allow attendees to go on a journey around Bristol Beacon’s Foyer space, experiencing all of the emotions that the music plans to evoke. The event will be totally immersive, and attendees will be able to roam the different spaces and levels of Bristol Beacon’s Foyer and be able to get close to those performing.
The event promises to be a guided exploration through music and verse, inviting the audience to stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine and to form their own emotional response to conflict and the displacement of people around the world. The early evening, short performance includes music from different cultures and is open to people of all ages and backgrounds with folk, spoken word and classical music performances.
The programme will conclude with the audience joining the musicians to sing anthems of hope – Va, pensiero (Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves) from Verdi’s Nabucco and the Ukrainian national anthem.
The event starts at 5pm and is free to attend, however donations are encouraged. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC); tickets can be found here.
