# Event Details - **Event Name**: Call Mr. Robeson - A life, with songs, performed by Tayo Aluko - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 07:30 pm - **Event Description**: A rollercoaster journey through African American actor, singer and activist Paul Robeson’s remarkable life.About this Event“They say I’m meddling in the foreign affairs of the United States Government. Now, that’s too bad, ‘cause I’m going to have to continue to meddle...”Paul Robeson is a world-famous actor, singer and civil rights campaigner. When over the years he gets progressively too radical and outspoken for the establishment's liking, he is branded a traitor to his country, harassed, and denied opportunities to perform or travel. Just as physical, emotional and mental stress threaten to push him over the fine line between genius and madness, he is summoned to appear before the House Un-American Activities Committee, to give the most difficult and important performance of his career.This roller-coaster journey through Robeson’s remarkable and eventful life highlights how his pioneering and heroic (but largely forgotten) political activism led many to describe him as the forerunner of the civil rights movement. It features much fiery oratory and some of his famous songs, including a dramatic rendition of Ol’ Man River.Tayo Aluko revives one of the 20th Century’s most impressive but overlooked figures in this powerful, compelling tour-de-force performance, which was seen at New York’s Carnegie Hall in February 2012, and in London’s West End in October 2013.Duration: 1h 15 min., followed by a Q&APresented as part of the Symposium: "Intersections of the Black Atlantic", Institute for Black Atlantic Research, University of LancashireAWARDS:Winner, Outstanding Theatre Award, Brighton Fringe, June 2016Winner, Best Musical Performance, Atlantic Fringe, Halifax, Nova Scotia, September 2013Winner, Best Solo Show, Stratford-upon-Avon Fringe, June 2013Triple Winner (Impresario Award, Best Actor, Best Original Work) London Fringe, Canada, June 2012DOUBLE WINNER: Argus Angel Award for Artistic Excellence & Best Male PerformerBRIGHTON FESTIVAL FRINGE, MAY 2008“First-rate ... an admirable introduction to a great pioneering performer" 4 Stars The Guardian"A stunning piece of musical theatre.... high quality drama, first class singing"https://youtu.be/FjoqM-VzG5E?si=f3NHvk12So3YPPoT - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/preston/call-mr-robeson-a-life-with-songs-performed-by-tayo-aluko/100001988314633593 - **Event Categories**: art, theatre, performances, entertainment, music, festivals, workshops, live-music, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 12+ - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Media Factory - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Preston - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Media Factory - **lat**: 53.7633926 - **long**: -2.7101373 - **full address**: Media Factory, Kirkham Street, Preston, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Call Mr. Robeson - A life, with songs, performed by Tayo Aluko - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/8aada779dba43efdf40346c0fb9b0da0acd289371fb571102f4777de7cb445c8-rimg-w800-h1003-dc050505-gmir.jpg?v=1777379976 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Call Mr. Robeson - A life, with songs, performed by Tayo Aluko being held? - **A:** Call Mr. Robeson - A life, with songs, performed by Tayo Aluko takes place on Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Media Factory, Kirkham Street, Preston, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Call Mr. Robeson - A life, with songs, performed by Tayo Aluko? - **A:** Call Mr. Robeson - A life, with songs, performed by Tayo Aluko is strictly for guests aged 12 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 12 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Call Mr. Robeson - A life, with songs, performed by Tayo Aluko? - **A:** Call Mr. Robeson - A life, with songs, performed by Tayo Aluko is organized by Institute for Black Atlantic Research (IBAR). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Call Mr. Robeson - A life, with songs, performed by Tayo Aluko is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Preston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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