58 UJ Choir Presents Sounds of Democracy On 3 May 2024, the UJ Choir performed Sounds of Democracy at the Keorapetse William Kgositsile Theatre. Conducted by Sizwe Mondlane and directed by Renette Bouwer, the concert celebrated 30 years of South African democracy and the choir’s 50th anniversary. The programme featured a mix of African and Western music, including selections from the awardwinning Echoes of Heritage by former UJ Artist in Residence, Mbuso Ndlovu, spoken word, and classical pieces. The UJ Art Gallery in partnership with Rainbow Nation Comics and Afro Geek proudly present African Hero The UJ Art Gallery, in partnership with Rainbow Nation Comics and Afro Geek, proudly presented African Hero from 8 June to 12 July 2024. The exhibition redefined superhero aesthetics through an African lens, focusing on reclaiming narratives, challenging colonial legacies, and emphasising self-representation. Highlights included mixed media pieces, digital art, and a 1-minute comic trailer created by UJ Multimedia students. The event also celebrated African storytelling and creativity, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in a vibrant world of modern heroism and imagination.
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