RIP IT UP – WHITE RIOT

Wednesday 21st October

7.30pm

£9.00* (adult) £8.00* (Friend of The Corn Hall Diss) £4.50* (under 16)

 

Join us for a special screening of White Riot, a powerful documentary exploring how punk music helped shape political resistance in late-1970s Britain. The film tells the story of Rock Against Racism, a movement formed in 1976 in response to Eric Clapton's public support for Enoch Powell, and charts how musicians, artists and activists united against the rise of the National Front. Through a mix of archive footage and fresh interviews, White Riot captures the energy of a movement that grew from a small fanzine in Hoxton to the landmark 1978 anti-fascist carnival in Victoria Park, featuring artists including X-Ray Spex, Steel Pulse and The Clash.

The screening will be introduced by special guest Richard Balls, acclaimed music journalist and biographer, author of A Furious Devotion: The Life of Shane MacGowan, Sex & Drugs & Rock 'n' Roll and Be Stiff: The Stiff Records Story. Richard will take part in a post-film discussion, and the evening will also feature a vinyl DJ set from Reel Connections. Copies of The Stiff Records Story will be available to purchase at the event.

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♿ Accessibility

We’re committed to making your visit comfortable. For access seating, discounts and companion tickets, please contact our Box Office or register via the Access Card Scheme. Wheelchair spaces must be booked in advance, as due to fire regulations we can accommodate a maximum of two wheelchair spaces per performance. Please note that, for particularly busy or sold-out events, some walking aids may not be permitted within the auditorium and may need to be stored safely outside the seating area. Please contact the Box Office on 01379 652241 to discuss your access requirements and to book wheelchair spaces.