Mo’Ju, thndo, and Halo Vocal Ensemble headline Melbourne's ne multi-arts event Art Souk this December.
Arts Centre Melbourne and Multicultural Arts Victoria (MAV) are set to present Art Souk, a multi-arts event curated by Lebanese-Australian DJ and performer MzRizk.
Taking place from 6 to 7 December 2024 at Arts Centre Melbourne’s newest venue, The Show Room, Art Souk offers an immersive cultural celebration with performances, installations, and interactive sessions.
Art Souk
- Art Souk
- The Show Room
- 6 – 7 December 2024
Art Souk lineup
- Mo’Ju featuring Halo Vocal Ensemble
- thndo
- Te Ara Hononga
- Marhaba Charbouli
- Immy Owusu & Kojo Noah
- KOKORO by Julie Ann Minaai and Noriko Tadano
- Live podcast recording by Maria Birch-Morunga and Kate Robinson
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MzRizk, known for her work across music and community arts, has curated a lineup spotlighting some of Naarm’s most innovative talents. Art Souk will feature performances from artists like Mo’Ju with Halo Vocal Ensemble, thndo, Te Ara Hononga, Marhaba Charbouli, Immy Owusu & Kojo Noah, and KOKORO by Julie Ann Minaai and Noriko Tadano. Visitors will also engage with digital art and installations by artists Gabriela Isabel González, Kieran Molaeb, Majed Fayad, Bexx Djentuh-Davis, Ayman Kaake, Katyoun Javan, and Ezz Monem. Adding to the dynamic programming, Being Biracial Podcast co-hosts Maria Birch-Morunga and Kate Robinson will record a live episode onsite.
MzRizk explained the event’s purpose, emphasising its role in fostering cultural exchange and creating a space where diverse perspectives are honoured. “Art Souk holds deep importance for both me and the talented artists I’m collaborating with. It’s an opportunity to create a space for cultural exchange and connection, where artists can share their unique talents and perspectives that might not typically reach broader audiences,” she shared. The event aims to build a platform for creative expression and highlight underrepresented voices within the local arts community.
Art Souk brings together various art forms, from live performances to interactive installations, sparking dialogue on themes like culture, identity, and artistic representation. Attendees can participate in conversations and workshops that foster a deeper understanding of how art intersects with broader social issues.
Art Souk is part of MAV’s DIASPORAS program, supported by the City of Melbourne, Creative Victoria, Creative Australia, and Arts Centre Melbourne. MAV’s mission is to empower Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour artists, nurturing connections within the arts ecosystem to celebrate diversity and mutual understanding.
For further details, visit Arts Centre Melbourne’s website. For tickets, visit humanitix.com
