For Sudan - Shubbak Festival 2025

An evening of performance, expression, and reflection, honouring the rich artistic and cultural gifts from Sudan to the world, bearing witness to its people and land in the face of unimaginable violence, and collectively envisioning a future of liberation by, with, and for Sudanese communities.
The night features an exciting lineup of performances and activities, including:
- Music from drummer Mustafa Khogali, singer Shurooq Abuelnaas, and DJ Heba Tabidi
- Poetry from Ayah Speaks and Waleed Elgadi
- Traditional dance from the Nawaris Performing Arts Group, showcasing styles from across Sudan
- Film screenings, including Al-Sit directed by Suzannah Mirghani, and The Salon by Rafa Renas
As well as Henna and Sundanese national dress from Al Keneena Beauty Centre, the Living Library with Ahmad Akasha, and Sudanese food will be available to buy from Toteil Restaurant
Co-curated by Waleed Elgadi and Yassmin Abdel-Magied, as part of Shubbak Festival 2025
For Sudan is generously supported by National Lottery Heritage fund as part of the You Are Here project
Presented by Grand Junction as part of Shubbak Festival 2025
All ages
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