Spirits of the Black Meridian Event Map

Wed 21 May – Sat 24 May 2025

This map follows the route of Dervish’s outdoor production Spirits of the Black Meridian and represents the characters and episodes that the audience encounter. Click on a number and a brief history and image of a historical character or event will pop up. The pop-ups also include links for further reading. 

Custom Google Map – Modest Theme
Map Key:
1
1884
2
Bar Fight
3
Olaudah Equiano
4
Robert Wedderburn
5
Annie Simmonds
6
Joe Johnson
7
Heart of Darkness
8
Mary Anne Cuffay
9
Ernest Marke
10
Phillis Wheatley
11
Richard Baker
12
Caribbean Elders
13
Slave Revolts

About this show

Step into a world of hidden history with Spirits of the Black Meridian—an electrifying theatrical experience that breathes life into the powerful, diverse stories of global pioneers from the 18th century to today! These are the stories of fearless trailblazers who changed our culture, shaped our cities, and transformed our world forever.

When: Wed 21 May – Sat 24 May 2025

Where: Grounds of the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich, London