Sweetshop & Exploding Appendix Present: Artists Talk on Toussant L'Ouveture | Symposium Wine Emporium
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Join Sweetshop and Exploding Appendix for an exclusive Artists Talk on the fascinating and inspiring topic of Toussant L'Ouveture. This event will delve into the play and graphic novel centered around Troussant L'Ouverture and the Haitian Revolution, a pivotal moment in history that shook the world. In 1934, the renowned Trinidadian revolutionary C.LR. James penned a play that explored the only successful slave revolt in history. Rediscovered in 2005 by historian Christian Høgsbjerg, the play has now been adapted into a captivating graphic novel by talented artists Nic Watts and Sakina Karimjee, and published by Verso Books.
During this engaging session, Nic Watts, Sakina Karimjee, and Christian Høgsbjerg will come together to discuss the play and its exciting adaptation. The Symposium Wine Emporium, located at 32 Lansdown Place, Lewes, BN7 2JU, will be the esteemed venue for this event, which will be led by Bradley Tuck from Exploding Appendix. Sweetshop, an esteemed artists run window gallery showcasing both local and international collaborations, has exhibited some compelling images from the graphic novel.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in this thought-provoking discussion. This event will take place on November 18th, 2023, and admission is free. Join us as we explore the historical significance and artistic interpretation of Toussant L'Ouveture in an engaging and enlightening environment.