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Held in memory of John Tyson, we are raising funds and awareness for Priscilla Bacon Lodge Hospice through an afternoon of music, dance, creativity and community.
Different voices. Different stories. One community. One shared heart. ❤️
One Community, Many Hearts – Norwich is a celebration of the people, creativity and cultures that make our community special. Bringing together local singers, musicians, dancers and artists, the event creates a space where different voices, traditions and stories come together.
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We can’t wait to see you! Come for the performances, stay for the community, and help us make a difference. ❤️
Meet the Event Host - Samuel Matthew Tyson
Sam's connection to the Hospice is special and Inspiring.
He lost his father, John Stephen Tyson, last year to Cancer. His grace to continue through life and care for those fighting this disease inspires this event.
Through music, art forms, and shared stories, we hope to remind one another that no one is ever truly alone — the memories of those we have lost live on in our hearts, and together, we can carry them forward. ❤️
Gurmanpreet Singh – Tabla Artist
Gurmanpreet Singh is a London-based Tabla Artist and tutor with over 7 years of experience in Tabla performance and teaching. He has received formal musical training from Pracheen Kala Kendra, Chandigarh, and has performed Tabla accompaniment for Gurbani Kirtan and various cultural and musical programmes. His passion lies in preserving and sharing the traditional art of Tabla through performance and teaching.
Sashidhar R K
" I don't dance merely to be seen; I dance to make a story be felt. Bharatanatyam, to me, is more than a dance form—it is a language beyond words, where every movement carries meaning, every expression tells a story, and every rhythm holds an emotion. When I step onto the stage, I am not simply performing steps; I am connecting with a tradition that has travelled through generations, while expressing something deeply personal within me. The countless hours of practice, discipline, mistakes, repetition and patience have taught me not only about dance, but also about dedication, strength and myself. Through Bharatanatyam, I find my voice, my expression and a connection to something greater than myself.I feel the presence of great power while I am performing. I love to be lost in that moment of complete devotion and expressing myself. I dance to keep a beautiful tradition alive, to share stories and emotions with others, and to continue a journey where there is always another story to tell, another movement to discover and another part of myself to find. This is what I do. I must break all the conventional ideas about dance. Dance is for everyone it doesn't confine to one form it is in all the movement of the nature and this is why I dance." - Sashi
Rahul Swami
Rahul Swami, a Guinness World Record-holding artist from Rajasthan, India, successfully transitioned from software engineering to becoming a celebrated music composer and lyricist. Known for his soulful, guitar-based melodies capturing love and separation, he has collaborated with Bollywood icons and released independent hits like Main Tujhse Door Hun and Tujhse Pyaar Hua. Now based in Norwich, Rahul is excited to connect with the city's vibrant arts scene and welcome local audiences to his very first Norwich performance
The Grant Academy of Bollywood
Grant Academy of Bollywood brings the vibrant energy of Bollywood dance to Norwich, sharing the joy, confidence and expression that dance can inspire. Founded by Rebecca Grant, the academy grew from her own experience performing in Bombay Dreams at The Garage, Norwich, and her passion for passing that joy on to others
Retro Fire Fly
Retro Firefly is an indie-folk artist from Lowestoft who specialises in writing emotional songs that are gentle, thoughtful and catchy. She frequently finds inspiration in nature and her upbringing along the Suffolk Coast, as well as regularly writing about sorrow and the transience of life. Her music is for tender souls who feel deeply.
Central School of Dancing & Performing Arts
Established in 1973, Central School of Dancing & Performing Arts has been a leading institution in providing exceptional training to aspiring dancers, singers, and actors for over five decades. Thousands of students have honed their skills at Central, benefiting from top-quality teaching in the performing arts. Many of our graduates have gone on to further vocational training and now perform professionally on stages across the West End, Europe, and around the world. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, Central School continues to nurture the next generation of performers.
Sandhya Jayaraman
Come for the beats, stay for the memories! An energetic Bollywood masterclass where you don’t need experience — just an open heart, an open mind and a willingness to groove.
My dance journey started in childhood with a love for movement, music, and Bollywood's infectious energy. As I grew, Bharatanatyam became my anchor, giving me strong technique, balance, and a deep appreciation for tradition.From twirling around to high-energy Bollywood beats as a child, to mastering the sharp precision, grace, and storytelling of classical Bharatanatyam, dancing has been my favorite way to express myself. Dance has always been a part of my life and I do what I do simply because I’ve loved to dance for as long as I’ve been alive.
Flyer Design Credit
Ritika Barua is a visual designer and illustrator based in Bengaluru, India, working across various mediums. She loves creating delightful, joyful art that brings ideas and stories to life.
For this event, Ritika had the pleasure of designing the event poster and bringing together its story, people and spirit through illustration.
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