Queer, Life, Freedom. Archive of Resilience - Exhibition Opening
16. Apr
„Queer, Life, Freedom“ is an immersive exhibition that explores the journey of exile, identity, and resilience through photography, text, installation, and performance. Divided into three distinct spaces—Iran, Turkey, and Germany—the exhibition invites visitors to experience the emotional and physical realities of displacement and survival. By combining personal artifacts, soundscapes, and visual storytelling, the project confronts the enduring impact of rejection and the ongoing fight for acceptance and belonging.
Opening: 16th April, 18:00
18:30 Guided tour
Performance by Felix Kindschuh
Public reading from the book “Queer, Life, Freedom”
Ashkan Shabani is a multimedia journalist specializing in politics, human rights, and global affairs. His work focuses on political developments and LGBTQ+ rights, particularly in the Middle East, delivering compelling storytelling across multiple platforms. With numerous publications in major news outlets and international awards, he brings a deep investigative approach to his reporting. Currently based in Germany, he continues to cover global issues, blending investigative journalism with visual storytelling to engage diverse audiences.
Felix Kindschuh is a contemporary artist whose work centers on queer rights, using visual storytelling to explore themes of identity, activism, and social justice. His art challenges societal norms, offering bold and expressive commentary on LGBTQ+ experiences through various mediums, including painting, mixed media, and installations. With a deeply personal yet politically charged approach, his work pushes boundaries, sparks critical conversations, and has been featured in exhibitions internationally.
This performance is part of the event program of the exhibition Queer, Life, Freedom with Ashkan Shabani at Kunstraum Leuphana from 16.04. - 10.05.2025.