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The Centre for Creative Arts at the University of KwaZulu-Natal presents the 4th annual Artfluence Human Rights Festival, a weeklong exploration of the power of art as a defender of social justice and human rights. Under the theme “Bridges of Solidarity,” the 2024 festival takes place from 3 to 8 May 2024 and fosters collaboration among 40 cultural producers who will develop strategies that advance shared values.
The festival’s performance line-up boasts six not-to-miss events. During opening night, audiences can expect to be captivated by renowned arts policy specialist and political playwright,, which is a satirical take on contemporary South Africa performed by Kim Blanche. For film enthusiasts, the festival will screen a documentary fromNtombikayise Kubheka, Bones of Memory.
My Fellow South Africans, which is a satirical take on contemporary South Africa performed by Kim Blanchereflects on what the fight for freedom means for Ukrainians and South Africans. The performance involves the audience in interactive participation via digital medium. Based on the responses received, the dancers adapt the performance on stage.is a form of protest theatre drawing on the motif of liberation and resistance.
The festival’s culminates in a free of charge closing event at KZNSA Gallery curated by Dr Michelle Stewart of the. This event will feature large scale digital projections showcasing animation, experimental film, and digital imagery by Digital Arts post graduate students. This programme will also include interactive multimedia performances, an exhibition, and a collaborative 30-meter artwork, accompanied by performances by students from the Centre for Jazz & Contemporary Music.
to welcome delegates from Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Mali and the DRC. Additionally, Nike Jonah a representative from the Pan African Creative Exchange will join the festival. Supported by the Flemish Representation of Flanders in South Africa, the festival will also host Philip Meersman, founder member and President of the World Poetry Slam Competition. The KZN Chapter of the South African Human Rights Commission has also pledged its support.
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