About us

The North Birmingham Alliance comprises of four of Birmingham’s leading African Diaspora arts organisations: ACE dance & music led by Ian Parmel, Black Voices led by Carol Pemberton, Black Arts Forum led by Pauline Bailey, and the Legacy Centre of Excellence led by Keith Shayaam Smith. By pooling their expertise, networks and resources, the NBA have come together to create a sustainable framework to raise quality and access to the arts and participation for communities in North Birmingham. Embracing the best of music, dance, and costume, Route 34 - Embracing Cultures will galvanise the enormous potential of North Birmingham to create an indelible legacy for the area.