“Join us for an evening of live music, comedy and poetry in solidarity with refugees and asylum seekers. Hosted by Will Gompertz, the gala opens with a drinks reception with an authentic taste of Syrian canapés, followed by a fantastic line-up of performances.
Performances by:
Kieran Hodgson
Kieran Hodgson performing Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominated show, Maestro. Kieran is a highly-acclaimed actor, comedian and writer who has appeared in Two Doors Down, Upstart Crow and Jonathan Creek on BBC Television.
Muradi Baker
Rising star, poet and storyteller. Forced to flee her home and loved ones due to the ongoing Syrian Civil War, Muradi will be sharing her raw and confronting hand-written work, translated from the original Arabic, on the subject of displacement, home and what it means to be a refugee.
Ryan Young
Scottish fiddler and music graduate of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, a Celtic Connections Award winner and two time finalist of BBC young musician of the year. Accompanied by guitarist Chris Amer.
About Asylum Welcome
Asylum Welcome is an Oxford-based charity helping asylum seekers and refugees to feel welcome, safe and confident. 100% of the proceeds from ticket sales and money raised on the night will support their valuable work.
