John Lyons: Bright and Brilliant “Carnivalesque” Opens at The Box in Plymouth - Alt A Review

John Lyons: Bright and Brilliant “Carnivalesque” Opens at The Box in Plymouth - Alt A Review

At 91, John Lyons stands tall, in more ways than one, as a pivotal figure in the artistic and literary landscapes of both the Caribbean and the UK. Born in 1933 in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, Lyons’ work—spanning poetry, visual art, and cultural advocacy—has explored themes of identity, folklore, and post-colonial experience. With a career that spans six decades, Lyons’ journey reflects not only his deep-rooted Caribbean heritage but als…