Kayan

On June 4, Kayan will be debuting their first event at murmur; Reintegration, and the third event in their series of five. With a carefully selected line-up of diasporic and homegrown poets, storytellers, dancers, and artists who will share their interpretation of the theme.

We will be invited to answer: What does it mean to inhabit the in-between? To use an old language for new feelings? To oscillate between two poles—our past and future selves? Expect sensory, interactive immersion through vulnerable stories, rituals, and conversation. Take what you need and be open to leaving your old skin behind.

Line up:
Adam Dawoud / Movement & storytelling
Nthabiseng Shongwe / Poetry & storytelling
Tatenda Chimhanda / Poetry & spoken word
Leonie de Waal / Poetry & storytelling
Art by: Matina Galati

Doors open: 6.30 pm
Performances: 7.30 – 10 pm
This event will also include a live donation drive for Gaza led by Adam.

About Kayan:
Kayan is a multidisciplinary collective founded by Tania and Willow; poets, writers, third culture individuals, immigrants, and kindred misfits. Flowing in a cycle of five chapters that thematically align with the seasons, Kayan creates ephemeral and interactive spaces every two to three months to explore the intricate terrain of identity, connection, and belonging.Although difficult to translate, Kayan—an Arabic word and a nod to Tania’s heritage—can be understood as “entity” or “being”. It refers to the essence and existence of something; a recognized presence. Anyone who joins Kayan’s events or interacts with Kayan’s projects becomes part of Kayan, a living and unfolding collective being.

The people at murmur have kindly offered a limited amount of free tickets for Subbacultcha members. Please make a reservation by sending an email to mailinglist@subbacultcha.nl with ‘Kayan’ in the subject line + your name in the email.

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