Holocaust Memorial Day Commemoration Event

Description

An evening of commemoration and reflection by communities that have found sanctuary and safety from persecution in Derby. A selection of poignant, moving and inspiring performances on this year’s theme, `Flexibility of Freedom’. The programme includes spoken word, poetry, traditional songs, music and dance from Derby’s Ukrainian, Iranian, Roma, Bosnian communities and others; featuring traditional Iranian santoor music, Ukrainian singers of opera and song, Roma history and song, Bosnian dance, Holocaust poetry, and Hoverla, Derby’s award-winning Ukrainian music and dance ensemble.

This year’s keynote speech focuses on one man’s journey from extreme conflict and danger to hope and safety, and the rebuilding of the Bosnia-Herzegovina community since arriving and settling in Derby 30 years ago after the Bosnian war.

All tickets are Free

This popular event usually sells out, please book your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment and please do notify us if you can no longer attend so we can reallocate those tickets.