56 results for 'Almeida, Bira'

Colombo, 1990, is a city where death and deception lurk around every corner. Maali Almeida, a war photographer, gambler, and closeted individual, finds himself in a precarious situation - his...

Colombo, 1990, is where the story begins for Maali Almeida, a war photographer, gambler, and closet queen, who finds himself in a rather unusual predicament. His dismembered body has sunk into the...

Capoeira: A Brazilian Art Form History, Philosophy, and Practice by Bira Almeida explores the intricate connections between fighting, music, dance, prayer, and ritual in this unique cultural practice...

Hélio Oiticica and Neville D'Almeida Block-Experiments in Cosmococa--Program in Progress is an illustrated study that sheds new light on Oiticica's most important work, "quasi-cinema", on its...

Irish Immigrants in New York City, 1945-1995 by Linda Dowling Almeida explores the story of one of America's most visible immigrant groups. This dynamic portrait reveals how Irish New Yorkers have...

This book offers a practical guide to helping children develop a healthy sense of self in a race-conscious world. Marguerite Wright's research and clinical experience inform her approach, which...

Buhwi Bira and his sister Baribun are two very different siblings. One is a warrior, while the other is a dreamer. Can they work together despite their differences?This beautifully illustrated story...

The Mbira: A Spiritual Instrument from Zimbabwe The mbira is a sacred instrument with deep roots in traditional Zimbabwean culture. In this accessible guide, Māhealani Uchiyama explores the history...

This comprehensive Kanji workbook is designed to accompany the advanced Japanese textbook, providing a thorough review of 503 advanced Kanji and 290 beginner-level Kanji, totaling 800 Kanji. The...

Maine de Biran's 'Of Immediate Apperception' is a foundational work in his philosophy of the will, first presented in 1807. Written as part of a competition on self-awareness and immediate...

The Emperor Cried by Tagore Almeida is a thought-provoking exploration of the human experience. Born with beliefs that shape our lives, we spend years defending them, often at the risk of...

The Verbal Piece in Ebira explores the complexities of the Ebira language, focusing on its most intricate unit: the verbal piece. As a native speaker, John R. Adive delves into the phonological and...

This entertaining novel of urban manners follows the life of Leonardo as he navigates various romantic liaisons and scrapes with the law. First published in weekly installments from 1852, it was...

Biracial Britain: A Different Way of Looking at Race by Remi AdekoyaAs the fastest-growing minority group in Britain, mixed-race individuals are set to become increasingly prominent in the country's...

Biracial Britain: A Different Way of Looking at Race by Remi AdekoyaAs the fastest-growing minority group in Britain, mixed-race individuals are increasingly becoming a significant part of the...

This heartwarming memoir follows Alana and Roland as they embark on an epic yearlong travel adventure with their children. As they explore the world, they discover that being a biracial, blended...

The Art of Mbira Musical Inheritance and Legacy by Paul F. Berliner explores the complex relationships between music, community, and social life in Zimbabwe. This comprehensive work delves into the...

Black, White, Other: Biracial Americans Talk About Race and IdentityThis groundbreaking oral history presents the lives and views of forty-six adult children of black-white unions, exploring topics...

The Hegemonic Male Masculinity in a Portuguese Town by Miguel Vale de Almeida explores the concept of hegemonic masculinity, which is often seen as the dominant model of male identity. This analysis...

Albion is a play that confronts the harsh realities of rural England. In its ruins, one woman searches for seeds of hope in a garden once home to a family.The work premiered at the Almeida Theatre,...

Cosmas Magaya's journey as a master musician is a story of profound social transformation and musical apprenticeship. In this early biography, Paul F. Berliner chronicles Magaya's life from childhood...

The Writer by Ella Hickson is a thought-provoking drama that challenges the status quo. A young writer's quest for creative gain leads to unexpected personal costs.First performed at the Almeida...

Join Maya and Neel as they celebrate an Indian Wedding in this vibrant multicultural picture book. Kids will learn about cultural elements, food and language related to Indian weddings while making...

The Treatment by Martin Crimp is a satirical drama that premiered at the Royal Court Theatre in 1993. Revived in 2017, it was directed by Lyndsey Turner and performed at the Almeida Theatre, London...

Join Maya, Neel and their pet squirrel, Chintu, as they celebrate Vaisakhi, Punjab's Spring Harvest Festival, in this multicultural and educational series from Bollywood Groove. Kids will learn about...

A boy stands alone at a bus stop, easily overlooked. His life is a series of disconnected encounters with strangers in the city, leaving him feeling isolated and disconnected. This poignant story...

The Age of Oil. A powerful exploration of our relationship with this finite resource, set against the backdrop of history and family. Ella Hickson's explosive play delves into the world's collision...

Cold War is a powerful love story set against the backdrop of Communist-controlled Poland in the late 1940s. The epic tale of Zula and Wiktor, two individuals drawn to each other despite the danger...

Three Sisters by Cordelia Lynn and Anton Chekhov is a poignant drama that explores the lives of three sisters waiting for their lives to begin. In this version of Chekhov's classic, the clock...

Game by Mike Bartlett is a provocative new play that explores a family's decision to take a dangerous new approach to living. In a housing crisis, they are offered a home of their own, but at what...

Betrayal is a new and bold play by Harold Pinter, where memory becomes a dramatic force, piecing together the past with a mix of curiosity and regret. The play explores the theme of betrayal, not...

Dying For It by Moira Buffini is a darkly comedic adaptation of Nikolai Erdman's banned play The Suicide. When Semyon, a disheartened and unemployed man, decides to end his life, he finds himself at...

A Mirror is a provocative play that challenges the boundaries of censorship, authorship, and free speech. It premiered at the Almeida Theatre in London in 2023, where it was directed by Jeremy Herrin...

Lady Elizabeth's family legacy and ancestral home are under threat, prompting her to seek help from Agnes, a young servant suspected of witchcraft. As tensions rise, dark secrets and treachery unfold...

Nicholas Wright's play about the psychoanalyst Melanie Klein is a poignant study of mother-daughter relationships. The son of Melanie Klein, a renowned psychoanalyst, is reported killed in a climbing...

Ink by James Graham is a true story about the birth of one of the UK's most influential newspapers. In 1969, Rupert Murdoch launched his first editor's quest to give the people what they want, and...

The Doctor by Robert Icke is a gripping moral thriller that uses medical ethics to examine urgent questions of faith, belief and scientific rationality. Based on Arthur Schnitzler's Professor...

Aeschylus' Oresteia is a powerful family drama that explores the complexities of justice and the cyclical nature of violence. Spanning several decades, this epic saga asks fundamental questions about...

Mackenzie "Mac" Almeida and her mystery book club are about to get more than they bargained for. When Mac's friend Gin finds herself at the centre of a real-life murder investigation, it's up to Mac...

Little Revolution is a powerful and unflinching account of the 2011 London Riots. Alecky Blythe's verbatim play weaves together the voices and stories of those affected by the events, from the...

A restaurant. Two curved banquettes. It's a celebration. Violent and wildly funny, Harold Pinter's new play displays a vivid zest for life. In Celebration, he reveals his unique ability to make...

Chimerica by Lucy Kirkwood is a powerful and provocative play that explores international relations and the shifting balance of power between East and West. In 1989, a young American photojournalist...

A woman's uncontrollable dance sparks a chain reaction in 1508 France. Years later, a schoolgirl's laughter becomes contagious in Tanzania. In 2011, cheerleaders are overcome by twitching fits in the...

The House of Shades by Beth Steel A powerful and poignant play that spans five decades in the lives of one family. Set against the backdrop of working-class Britain, this revelatory work explores the...

Against by Christopher Shinn A gripping play that explores the darker side of ambition and the power of faith. When an aerospace billionaire begins to question his place in the world, he is met with...

Murder in a Cape Cottage by Maddie Day is a Cozy Capers Book Group Mystery that takes place just before Christmas. Mac Almeida, owner of a bike shop, and her fiancé Tim are busy with last-minute...

Cacophony by Molly Taylor explores the complex relationship between fame and shame in the age of social media. A young woman's courageous act at a protest sparks her rise to prominence, but also...

Greg's admission that his girlfriend Steph is no beauty, but that he wouldn't change her for the world, sets off a chain of events that exposes the flaws in the societal obsession with physical...

A murder takes place in Westham, Massachusetts, and Mackenzie "Mac" Almeida is at the centre of the investigation. Mac's bicycle shop is busy with tourists, but she discovers Jake Lacey's body...

Ezra Mackenzie has finally found his footing after years of struggle. But with recovery comes uncertainty, and the idea of dating seems daunting - who would want someone as flawed as him? Then he...

Portia Coughlan by Marina Carr A haunting and devastating play about life in monstrous limbo. Portia Coughlan lives with a deep sense of longing, haunted by her spectral twin brother and struggling...

Mud season has arrived in Cape Cod, bringing with it unpredictable weather and a murder that will test the sleuthing skills of Mackenzie "Mac" Almeida and her crime-solving book group. A new Chamber...

Global Struggles and Social Change From Prehistory to World Revolution in the Twenty-First Century by Christopher Chase-Dunn and Paul Almeida explores how social movements are linked to economic and...

Four plays inspired by and originating on the European stage from one of Britain's most important playwrights. Three Kingdoms was presented at Teater NO99 in Tallinn, Estonia on 17 September 2011,...

The City of Shattered Light by Claire Winn is set against a backdrop of darkness and rebellion. When Asa Almeida's sister is uploaded to an experimental brain, Asa will stop at nothing to save her -...

Responsible AI in the Age of Generative Models: Governance, Ethics and Risk Management by I. Almeida presents a comprehensive guide to navigating the complex landscape of ethical AI development and...