Exhibition Opening: Saturday, 10 May 2025 2pm-4pm
‘Misbaha’ serves as a visual representation of Ayman Kaake’s identity and a reflection of his experience within a patriarchal Middle Eastern environment. The work explores the weight of societal expectations and the constraints placed upon LGBTQIA+ individuals.
By incorporating prayer beads as a symbol of concealing one’s true identity, Kaake conveys the pressures to conform to societal norms surrounding marriage, children, and the preservation of family names. In a world where homosexuality remains illegal in over 74 countries, the piece raises a poignant question: how far can a queer person go to fit social, political, and cultural norms in order to survive?
This exhibition runs from Sat, 10 May 2025 to Sunday 27 July 2025.
Opening hours: 11am to 5pm Wednesday to Saturday, and 1pm to 5pm on Sundays.
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