University Open Air: Immigration & the Poetic of Atlantics: an African Francophone Women’s Perspective
In Fatou Diome’s The Belly of the Atlantic, we will examine how the artists craft a poetics of Atlantics to explore themes such as immigration and self-discovery. We might draw parallels with Mati Diop’s movie Atlantics. We will also discuss ocean related legends and folklore that have inspired their works. Attendants are encouraged to bring or reflect on a piece of art(ifact) that shows their culture or their personal relationship to water. We’ll end with a short creative writing session.
Nadia Bongo holds a Ph.D. in French Language and Literature from Aix Marseille Université. She taught French Language, Literature, and Research for the French Academy for six years. She feels fortunate to have two passions: teaching and writing. She attended a Cave Canem workshop (2018) and is a Brooklyn Poets fellow (Spring 2021). She is working on a poetry collection. Her work has appeared in the NYPL zine and Newtown Literary.
*In case of rain, classes may be canceled. Registered patrons will be notified by email on the morning of the course day should classes need to be canceled and are also encouraged to check the UOA webpage and BPL Presents’ Facebook and Twitter pages for updates.
Classes will take place outside along the lawn surrounding the Boathouse in Prospect Park.
Presented in collaboration with Prospect Park Alliance.
University Open Air is generously supported by The Morris & Alma Schapiro Fund.
101 East Drive
Brooklyn, NY 11225
In Fatou Diome’s The Belly of the Atlantic, we will examine how the artists craft a poetics of Atlantics to explore themes such as immigration and self-discovery. We might draw parallels with Mati Diop’s movie Atlantics. We will also discuss ocean related legends and folklore that have inspired their works. Attendants are encouraged to bring or reflect on a piece of art(ifact) that shows their culture or their personal relationship to water. We’ll end with a short creative writing session.
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