FRIDAY, 25 OCTOBER 2024
VISUAL ARTS EXHIBITION 09:00 – 19:00
ZARA NEWMAN * JOHN BARROW * VELILE SOHA * SONGEZO ZANTSI
Get an intimate look at the exhibition with a guided walkabout led by the artists themselves. This is your chance to hear directly from Zara Newman, John Barrow, Velile Soha, and Songezo Zantsi as they share the stories behind their pieces, the creative process, and the messages they hope to convey. Experience each work through the artist’s lens and gain a deeper understanding of their perspectives on resilience, heritage, and empowerment.
ARTIST PANEL DISCUSSION – 13:30 – 14:30
ZARA NEWMAN * JOHN BARROW * VELILE SOHA * SONGEZO ZANTSI FACILITATED BY ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, NOMUSA MAKHUBU
Join our featured artists, Zara Newman, John Barrow, Velile Soha, and Songezo Zantsi, as they discuss the themes that shape their work. Facilitated by Associate Professor, Nomusa Makhubu, this panel delves into the intersections of art, identity, and social change. Discover the inspiration behind their creations, their experiences as artists in today’s world, and the challenges and triumphs they face in bringing their vision to life.
ARTIST WALKABOUT 14:30 – 15:30
Get an intimate look at the exhibition with a guided walkabout led by the artists themselves. This is your chance to hear directly from Zara Newman, John Barrow, Velile Soha, and Songezo Zantsi as they share the stories behind their pieces, the creative process, and the messages they hope to convey. Experience each work through the artist’s lens and gain a deeper understanding of their perspectives on resilience, heritage, and empowerment.
YOUTH OPEN MIC “SPEAK TRUTH TO POWER” 15:30 – 17: 30
“WHAT DOES THE STATE OF THE WORLD SAY TO ME?”
Witness the powerful voices of young creatives as they take the stage to explore the theme “What Does the State of the World Say to Me?” through poetry, music, public address, visual art, and comedy. Facilitated by comedian, Goldie Shevlane and judged by poet, Bernadette Muthien, this session is a platform for youth and community activists to share their thoughts on justice, peace, and global challenges. Prepare to be inspired by their raw honesty and courageous storytelling.
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CAPE CULTURAL COLLECTIVE MUSIC AND POETRY JAM 17:30 – 19:00
END THE DAY WITH A SOULFUL BLEND OF MUSIC AND POETRY, COURTESY OF THE CAPE CULTURAL COLLECTIVE.
Poetry for Humanity – A call for an end to genocidePoets – Zenariah Barends, Lisa Julie, Steph Carolus, Riyadh Sarang (Riyo), Vusumizi Mpofu, Mfundi the poet, and Mishy on guitar. Free entry and donations will be welcome.
SATURDAY 26TH OCTOBER 2024
VISUAL ART EXHIBITION 09:H00 – 12:30
Revisit the thought-provoking artworks by Zara Newman, John Barrow, Velile Soha, and Songezo Zantsi. Dive into their interpretations of social justice, identity, and heritage, and allow their work to challenge your perceptions and spark meaningful reflection.
POPULAR EDUCATION WORKSHOP 09:30 – 12:15
SHIRLEY WALTERS * ASTRID VON KOTZE * VANESSA REYNOLDS
How do we draw on our gut feelings to co-create beneficial knowledge for living well? This interactive workshop, led by notable popular education experts Shirley Walters, Astrid Von Kotze, and Vanessa Reynolds, explores the concept of “advantageous knowledge” and the role of intuition in building resilient communities. This session offers a space for dialogue, learning, and reflection, as we collectively examine how knowledge can empower us to live more fulfilled and just lives.
FILM SCREENING: ACTION KOMMANDANTE 10:30 – 12:15
DIRECTOR NADINE CLOETE
Experience the compelling story of Ashley Kriel with a screening of ‘Action Kommandante.’ This documentary, introduced by its director Nadine Cloete, delves into the life of the anti-apartheid activist, tracing his journey and legacy as a symbol of resistance. Join us in honouring his memory and reflecting on the continuing struggle for justice. Following the film, engage in a brief discussion on activism, resilience, and the role of storytelling in inspiring social change.
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nuvibuntu@gmail.com , we would love to support our local artist and our own documentaries from Bongubuntu Youth Development and we will be glad if we can be provided logistics!!
Revolutionary greetings
I would to join to attend the living rights festival poetry for humanity held in Berthat house 25th October, in solidarity of end to genocide.