Nkisi is the alias of Melika Ngombe Kolongo, a musician, artist, DJ, and producer born in the Democratic Republic of Congo and raised in Belgium.
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The Courtauld Gallery is home to one of the world’s great art collections, and is located in the North Wing of Somerset House.
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A screening of Le Bohemian Noir et la Renaissance de L’Afrique, followed by a panel of industry pioneers discussing the power of taking charge, shaping & sharing creativity.
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Providing emerging creatives aged 18-30 who are underrepresented in the cultural sector opportunity and space to flourish here at Somerset House.
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It’s with great pleasure that we reveal another season of contemporary art, cutting edge music, design and fashion.
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New commission by Hylozoic/Desires (Himali Singh Soin & David Soin Tappeser) exploring the complex weave of histories and myths around Britain’s imperial salt monopoly in India.
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Watch a short film produced in partnership with Holborn Community Association inspired by our Summer 2019 exhibitions
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An audio visual performance by artist and Savage Messiah author Laura Grace Ford.
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The aim of the OYUNA installation is to evoke a sense of serenity, like that felt from a close relationship with the land.
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A celebration of the evolution of bass culture, featuring live sets from Wiley and Congo Natty and DJ sets from Jazzie B and Norman Jay MBE.
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In conversation between actress CCH Pounder & filmmaker John Akomfrah.
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One of the most visually exciting and influential fashion photographers working today.
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A three day gathering on memory, survival and resistance.
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London’s leading festival of experimental games returns, showcasing the very latest in independent and experimental game design from the across the globe.
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British artist and Somerset House Studios resident, Hannah Perry, presents a major body of new work in her first solo exhibition in the UK since 2015.
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Henry Holland, creative director and design consultant, shared what creative vision means to him.
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An informal discussion exploring how artistic and creative interventions are being mobilised around issues of urban planning and community agency in the management of public space.
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An evening of installations, panel talks and performances.
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An expert perfumer takes up residency within the Perfume Lab to showcase the art and science of crafting a fragrance.
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