Photo: Who We Are show by Transe en Danse
Publieke Acties vzw : Being Imposed Upon
The Dutch-speaking Asbl Publieke Acties published his book Being Imposed Upon which she describes as "A love letter and a manual for black women. It is a collection of reflections on being a black woman in Belgium.
These magnificent texts, so early poetic, so early militant, were co-written by a gathering of Black women committed to the following causes Afrofeminists, anti-racists and decolonialsTo name but a few: Joëlle Sambi Nzeba, Olave Nduwanje, Emmanuelle Nsunda, Sabrine Ingabire, Aline Bosuma W'Okungu Bakili, Heleen Debeuckelaere, Mireille-Tsheusi Robert, Munganyende Hélène Christelle, Modi Ntambwe, Emma-Lee Amponsah, Djia Mambu, Shari Aku Legbedje & Anissa Boujdaini, Gia Abrassart, Melat Gebeyaw Nigussie, Anne Wetsi Mpoma, Lisette Ma Neza. The sublime photographs illustrating the texts are by Awa Gaye.
This collection of 272 pages written in French and in Dutch will undoubtedly touch you, whether you are a Black Woman or not. A superb literary experienceBeing Imposed Upond' is on sale for €17 on the publieke acties website.
WARP: Flowering Ethiopia
As part of the exhibition Coup de Ville 2020 - Chasing Flowers organised in Saint-Nicolas on WARP intended to invite the ethipian artist, Ermias Kifleyesusto create new works based on a field study in Ethiopia. Due to Covid, the initial project could not be implemented as it stood. However, the person in charge of the exhibition, Stef Van Belingen, has chosen to exhibit works by Kifleyesus that have already been produced, alongside works by other artists on the same theme. flowers.
Visit the exhibition, held from 11 September to 11 October in different emblematic places of the town of Saint-Nicolas, was a feast for the eyes of young and old alike. Following the route, which also allowed visitors to tour the town, they could admire works ranging from sculpture to painting and video.
At the end of the route we discover the space reserved for the art of Ermias Kifleyesus, which brings the icing on the cake. These paintings and sketches are captivating and give a feeling of profound joy and fulfilment. Relive the exhibition on the Facebook and Instagram of WARP and stay informed so you don't miss the 2021 edition of this magical event.
Transe en Danse: Who We Are
In 2020, rehearsing and performing a show was no easy task. But that's the challenge that the company Transe en Danse with his show Who We Are which retraces the journey of young migrants. We were lucky enough to attend one of the few performances that were possible this year. We came away spellbound, and we weren't the only ones.
"One of the most beautiful shows I've seen recently, rich in diversity with talented artists and music that transported us! A big thank you and a big well done for this wonderful project!" says Mounia from AMO Promo-jeunes. "Thank you for this poignant show ... the part with the little puppets bowling and throwing is particularly violent and terrible! And well done to the actors for the super-powerful dance scenes... And the puppets give a crazy effect! Thank you for continuing to bring art and dance to life... and thank you for the young people that this action certainly helps to bring to life, to give them the courage to carry on. You are fantastic! adds Marie Fontaine, visual artist
These testimonials probably make you want to see this magnificent show, and you're right. And you're right, dates are scheduled as soon as the halls reopen:
- Le 22 January 2021 Théâtre des Riches-Claires, 1000 Brussels, 7pm.
- Le 30 January 2021 at the Foyer Culturel in Saint-Guislain at 8pm.
- Le 10 February 2021 at the Woluwé St-Pierre Cultural Centre, W-HALLL, Brussels at 10.30am for schools and 8pm for the public.
- Le 2 April 2021 at the Centre Culturel de Sprimont at 2pm for schools and 8pm for the general public
- Le 24 April 2021 at the Foyer Culturel in Beloeil at 8pm.
