How cultural silence became a catalyst for artistic revolution
In short: Explore how the suppression of African traditions under colonialism didn't erase culture, but instead forged a new, dynamic form of creative resistance. This lecture by curator Gus Casely-Hayford reveals the enduring power of artistic defiance.
Gus Casely-Hayford, the Director of V&A East, examines the history of peoples of African descent fighting to preserve cultural practices against the forces of enslavement, colonialism, and systematic suppression. He argues that this history of resistance is not merely a past struggle but a foundational element that has inspired some of the most vibrant and dynamic artistic practices of the modern era.
The lecture provides a scholarly look at how cultural preservation serves as a tool for agency. By understanding these roots of creative resistance, we can better appreciate the contemporary African art world as a site of ongoing cultural continuity and innovation.
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