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Acts of Resistance: Amber Massie-Blomfield on the Power of Art to Shape a Better World

The Shakespeare and Company Interview

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Art as Resistance: A Journey Through Adversity

This chapter explores the lives of Claude Cahoon and Marcel Moore as queer surrealist artists resisting Nazi occupation through creative subversion. Highlighting the transformative power of art in oppressive environments, it discusses various forms of artistic expression as acts of resistance, including the impactful production of 'Waiting for Godot' during the Bosnian War. The narrative culminates in a reflection on contemporary initiatives like 'Kyoto,' revealing how art can unite communities and spark crucial conversations about resilience and humanity.

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