The event was due to take place later this month
Artists have removed their work from an exhibition at a Manchester venue after it cancelled a Palestinian event last week. Around 70 pieces of art were removed from the Manchester Open exhibition at HOME in protest of the arts venue 'silencing Palestinian voices'.
In a statement last week, HOME said it is a 'politically neutral space' and that the safety of staff, audiences and artists was 'paramount' The decision followed an open letter from the Jewish Representative Council of Greater Manchester raising concerns.Last night , around 100 artists and their supporters took down around 70 of the 500 artworks with more set to be removed in the coming days.
Sophia Gardiner, the artist behind 'Women of Discord', said she was proud to feature in the exhibition and be nominated for an award. She said: "How can I say I'm proud after this? My work featured many historical figures, including victims of colonialism and genocide. But when Palestinian artists present their work, with first hand experiences of suffering under illegal occupation, they are silenced when they deserve to be heard more than ever.
Mollie Balshaw and Rebekah Beasley, the directors of local artist-led organisation Short Supply who helped design this year's Open, and are exhibiting their work at the exhibition, said: "As advocates for the power of regional artistic expression, we are deeply shocked by HOME's actions in this situation.
Manchester City Centre Israel-Hamas War
日本 最新ニュース, 日本 見出し
Similar News:他のニュース ソースから収集した、これに似たニュース記事を読むこともできます。
Manchester restaurant's furious response after 'disgusting' attackOwners of The Blue Eyed Panda on Jersey Street say they are 'very angry' and 'frustrated' that it keeps happening to them
続きを読む »
Rents are soaring in three Greater Manchester boroughs - and it's not ManchesterOur region has seen some of the biggest rent price hikes across the country
続きを読む »
Jess Park shines as Manchester City defeat Manchester UnitedJess Park's breakthrough season at Manchester City reaches new heights as she leads the team to victory against Manchester United.
続きを読む »
Gary Neville reveals vow after Manchester United's defeat to Manchester CityManchester United legend Gary Neville has revealed the vow he made after his old side's recent defeat to Manchester City. The Reds suffered a 3-1 defeat to their local rivals at the start of March, with Erik ten Hag setting his side up well, though United were criticised for their lack of attacking threat. Neville was not on broadcasting duty for the Liverpool clash, sharing his celebrations at home on social media.
続きを読む »
Manchester Arena attack survivor competing for Miss Manchester crown'One of the reasons I wanted to represent Manchester was seeing how everyone came together as a community during tough times'
続きを読む »
Anthony Taylor truth emerges after being named referee for Man Utd vs LiverpoolManchester-born official Anthony Taylor will officiate Liverpool's trip to Manchester United on Sunday
続きを読む »