This is a free screening and is part of Newham's LGBT+ History Month featuring a range of free events.

A documentary following the life and career of Little Richard and exploring the Black Queer Origins of rock n' roll.

Following the life and career of musician Little Richard and Black Queer Origins of rock n’ roll. Exclusive archive and performance footage brings us into the icon's complicated inner world and shows how Richard created an art form for ultimate self-expression.

Director: Lisa Cortés

Cast: Little Richard, Charles Penniman, Billy Porter

Certificate: 15

Duration: 1 hour 41 minutes

Schedule

4:00pm Doors open + Intro

4:05pm Feature film starts promptly

5:45pm Q&A with Rob Berekley, BlackOut UK

6:30pm Close