About Resistance: Session 1

Session 1: Freedom!

The famous words from the unofficial anthem of the U.S. Civil Rights Movement introduce the theme of our first discussion group: freedom. With a focus on resistance movements of the 20th century in Vietnam, the United States, and Iran, we will explore the question of what freedom truly means and examine how historical movements sought to fight for it.

About Resistance

At the heart of our discussion is the Iranian literary fairy tale The Little Black Fish – written in the 1960s by the writer, folklorist, and teacher Samad Behrangi. This story serves as an allegory for resistance and the quest for a better world. It’s considered one of the most significant political works of art in 20th-century Iran.

Using this tale as our foundation, we will explore resistance movements in places like Palestine, Sudan, and Chile – looking at their similarities and differences, and asking ourselves what lessons we can draw from them. In our discussion group, we aim to critically engage with international anti-fascist, anti-imperialist, anti-capitalist, and anti-colonial resistance groups. Together, we will research, discuss, and share ideas – without romanticising or demonising any of these movements.

Our discussion sessions will eventually lead to the development of a theatre piece on the same theme, with the fairy tale as the thread that ties it all together, woven with international songs of resistance.

November 3rd, 14-19pm

LANGUAGES: German, English

We apologise, for “with the rubbles of old palaces” currently not being wheelchair accessible. Please contact us with any accessibility questions, we will try to accommodate as best as possible.