Xiaohongshu
Led by actor, author and community organiser, Obioma, join for an open discussion about masculinity, identity and challenging stereotypes.
In a Britain where masculinity is often branded as “Toxic”, what does that mean for young British men and how can we build community and strengthen friendships in this shifting landscape?
Join us for an open discussion about masculinity, identity and challenging stereotypes.
About Obioma
Having originated roles in London West End productions of Hamilton, Frozen and Motown: The Musical as well working extensively with the Royal Shakespeare Company and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, story telling is at the heart of Obioma's work as both a creative and community organiser.
It was this curiosity around stories and the narratives we tell each other about masculinity, race and sexuality that led Obioma to write his first book The Making of a Man (and why We're So Afraid to Talk about It) published by Simon & Schuster.
Obioma also leads workshops interrogating modern masculinity in both schools and universities, fostering a safe space for discussion and reflection.
Accessibility information:
- The facilitator will be wearing a microphone for the duration of the session.
- This room has MobileConnect available (via personal devices).
- This room has step-free access.
- This room has adjustable lighting.
- Guide dogs and personal assistant/carers are welcome.
- We will have ear defenders available for students and staff to borrow at the Festival. You can collect a pair from the North Cloisters.
This event is part of UCL’s Thrive Festival.
Don't forget to check out the other events that we're organising as part of Thrive Festival! We have a full schedule of exciting, fun, interesting, and restorative events happening on Thursday 15 and Friday 16 October at Bloomsbury campus and Wednesday 21 October at East campus.