Sumud: Palestinian resilience and its impact on the world

Against a background of what some have described as ongoing apartheid and an unfolding genocide, this series of public events explores the resilience of Palestinian people, and the intersections between this resilience and political action around the globe.

Through evocative and informative depictions of life in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, the series examines how governmental actions have inhibited discourse on Palestine and contributed to scholasticide. Featuring lectures and panel presentations from world-leading scholars and journalists, film screenings, and artistic performances, the series celebrates the concept of sumud, and the ways that Palestinian people sustain community against adversity.

Event 3

Resolutions: cultural performances as sumud

B201, 10 Symonds Street

Lecture Theatre : 201-130

Within Palestinian society, performance has remained a key vessel for cultural expression and political resistance. Reflecting on the artists who continue to practice under apartheid, this event celebrates Palestinian culture: the lifeblood of sumud. Throughout this evening of performances of Palestinian music, drama and dance, patrons will enjoy first-hand insights into the thriving contemporary performing arts scene in Palestine. When faced with violence and the risk of death, expressions of vitality through art and culture allow for an ongoing resolution to echo out—a promise to live.