Soul Music And Social Change With Stuart Cosgrove
Wigan Sat 28 Oct 2023

Join Stuart Cosgrove and John Manship for an afternoon of something a little different!

Stuart Cosgrove is the award-winning author of the ground-breaking Black Social History and soul music books ‘Detroit 67’, ‘Memphis 68’, and ‘Harlem 69’. Join Stuart for this unique event that will look at the struggles Black American soul artists faced, the hardships, the heartbreaks, and hear him put into context the influence the artists and their music had on Wigan Casino, the Northern Soul scene in general, and the wider music scene in this country.

Chairing the event is John Manship, highly respected DJ, collector, author, international soul music auction house owner, and leading authority on Northern Soul.

An acclaimed journalist and former editor of NME and The Face, Stuart joined Channel 4 in 1994, serving for eight years as Controller of Arts and Entertainment, and then as Head of Programmes (Nations and Regions). He is also a popular radio presenter and host of BBC Scotland's long-running show ‘Off the Ball’, and a director of the Film and TV company ‘Boy 313’. 

When? Saturday 28th October, 3-4.30pm

Where? Museum of Wigan Life, Library Street, Wigan, WN1 1NU

What is the cost? Free

Do I need to book? Booking is advised, but on the day if places are available (this is not guaranteed)

How do I book? Via Eventbrite through the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/soul-music-and-social-change-with-stuart-cosgrove-tickets-695197373057?aff=ebdsoporgprofile 

By contacting the museum directly 01942 828128 or email wiganmuseum@wigan.gov.uk or you can drop me a pm