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The Black Presence in Georgian Theatre and Music

The Black Presence in Georgian Theatre and Music
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:
Philippa Hyde soprano
William Summers flute, recorder
Diane Moore violin
Ibrahim Aziz cello
Yeo Yat-Soon harpsichord


  • festival Loki Music
  • date Sat, 10 Oct 2026
  • location Garrick's Temple to Shakespeare, Hampton
  • time 7:00pm
  • ticket ÂŁ20 (conc. available)

Full Event Details

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:
Philippa Hyde soprano
William Summers flute, recorder
Diane Moore violin
Ibrahim Aziz cello
Yeo Yat-Soon harpsichord

Venue Details & Map

Location

Garrick's Temple to Shakespeare, Hampton
Court Road, Hampton TW12 2EJ


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