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“Art, Unbridled. Pictures by political prisoners of Belarus” shares drawings by young Belarusians imprisoned for daring to believe in freedom, fairness, and a world without war. Curated by Viasna (Spring)—a human rights organization led by Nobel laureate Ales Bialiatski, who is himself currently jailed—this collection brings us right into the courage and hope these individuals hold onto, even in the face of unimaginable hardship. Created in prison cells under the harshest conditions, these works reveal a striking mix of resilience, sorrow, and surprising optimism. Part of the Art Against War festival, this exhibition invites you to feel the powerful human spirit that endures, even when freedom is taken away.
FYI: The sign on the table cover says Pushkin got released out of prison. Ales' Pushkin, the artist, the author of the picture above, has never came out of the prison. And he will never do. Ales' Pushkin was tortured to death in 2023. 

The plot unfolds during the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine. The main character, a young man from Moscow, opposes the war. To avoid becoming a victim of repression, he is forced to leave the country. However, his plans are shattered when he learns that his mother, who lives in a war zone on the border of two countries, is suffering a heart attack. Amidst the bombings, the characters are forced to find ways of reconciliation and forgiveness in war and dictatorship. 

The play was written by Sergei Davydov. Director - Ray Hanna. The one-actor star - Misha Suvorov.

A short recreational class by Ishwary to release burdens we all carry time to time

Presented by Alina Konon (Belarusian born, based in Los Angeles, CA), this dark comedy explores the surreal and disturbing reality of growing up under dictatorship. Alina brings her personal sometimes bizarre experiences from living in Belarus under a brutal regime to the stage. She shares her childhood love for all things communist, and, through a series of absurd clown bits, she engages the audience in the process of brainwashing. 

The show features a mix of silly elements, including live cooking of soup, which is shared with the audience, creating an interactive and intimate setting.

A special guest of the Art Against War festival, the LarkGallery will introduce their movement for the year of 2025 - "Voices of Resilience," which is aimed to become a powerful celebration of art's ability to build bridges between artists, viewers, communities, and collectors. The number of exhibitions, that will happen during 2025, will offer a platform for voices of resilience—from refugees, art activists, and peace makers—whose work transforms lives and ignites meaningful connections. The exhibitions will be held both online and in physical galleries during the year, inviting global audiences to engage in a shared dialogue on strength, hope, and healing. This project seeks to unite diverse artistic expressions that reflect the human spirit's capacity to overcome adversity. The LarkGallery encourages artists from all backgrounds and disciplines to contribute works that explore the resilience of those who have faced displacement, conflict, and hardship.  

The plot unfolds during the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine. The main character, a young man from Moscow, opposes the war. To avoid becoming a victim of repression, he is forced to leave the country. However, his plans are shattered when he learns that his mother, who lives in a war zone on the border of two countries, is suffering a heart attack. Amidst the bombings, the characters are forced to find ways of reconciliation and forgiveness in war and dictatorship. 

The play was written by Sergei Davydov. Director - Ray Hanna. The one-actor star - Misha Suvorov.

A short recreational class by Ishwary to release burdens we all carry time to time

Creators of the Voices of Resilience program will talk to the public about the artistic ways, challenges and opportunities of the project.