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Local Programme
from Journeys Festival International 2021 (15 - 24 October) Leicester, Manchester and Portsmouth.
by Art Reach
Journeys Festival International Local Programme
We’ve teamed up with fantastic partners and wonderful cultural venues to bring you events, exhibitions and discussions tailored to Leicester, Manchester and Portsmouth.
At Leicester Cathedral we’re screening Zarafa, an animation about a boy who, having escaped from a slave trader, befriends an orphan giraffe and sets out on a journey from Africa to Paris. We’ll also host a panel discussion sharing stories of migration, journeys to Leicester and the experience of seeking sanctuary with special guests and local charities.
In Manchester, there’s a range of activities including live music performances and a Q&A after the Journeys into Film screening at HOME with the creator of one of the short films, Parham Ghalamdar.
Aspex Portsmouth hosts an exhibition of Maral Mamaghanizadeh’s jewellery pieces made of human hair and ceramic alongside her performance film. In partnership with Portsmouth Cathedral, we’ll be sharing
Halabja: In The Golden Age
created by Gulan, an exhibition exploring Kurdish arts and culture from the Halabja region. We’re also delighted to present
Textile Journeys through
Portsmouth with Splodge Designs, displaying a glorious carnival costume created by local participants, alongside Where There is Light. Full details at
journeysfestival.com
Halabja: In The Golden Age
Portsmouth Cathedral 14 October–3 November
