Counterpoints Arts

Counterpoints Arts Engaging with refugee and migrant experiences through arts and cultural programmes. I mean they could be quite antagonists with each other.

“The notion of parallel lines, that is basically a counterpoint, operating together, without the necessity of being reconciled at any one moment. If you were to freeze a moment in time, lets say in a fugue, you could hear maybe a terrible dissonance but that doesn’t matter because what matters really is a flow and flow together and the interweaving of lines ..." from The Last Interview with Edward Said

This Refugee Week, some of the world’s most inspiring musicians, poets and performers come together for a one-night-only...
03/06/2026

This Refugee Week, some of the world’s most inspiring musicians, poets and performers come together for a one-night-only celebration of creativity, community and solidarity.

Co-curated by , and , It Sounds Like Courage features performances from , , , and , with poetry from , and .godden. Hosted by , with Nai Barghouti conducted by and .

At a time when division dominates the headlines, join us for an evening that celebrates the sounds, stories and creativity that migration brings to our communities.

📍 Royal Festival Hall,
📅 26 June, 7:30pm

Tickets via the link in bio.

It was a privilege to hear from shortlisted writers Eleanor Chan, Jose Hall, Erica Li, Joel Mordi, Ahmed Najar and Marya...
01/06/2026

It was a privilege to hear from shortlisted writers Eleanor Chan, Jose Hall, Erica Li, Joel Mordi, Ahmed Najar and Maryam Namazie at the Footnote x Counterpoints Fiction Prize Readings at the yesterday.

A special thank you to Colin Grant for hosting such a thoughtful and engaging conversation and everyone who joined us.

Watch this space for the announcement of the winner of the Footnote x Counterpoints Fiction Prize.

Almir Koldzic Director and Co Founder of Counterpoints is one of the judges for the Artist Prize by and . We’re excited...
28/05/2026

Almir Koldzic Director and Co Founder of Counterpoints is one of the judges for the Artist Prize by and . We’re excited to see this major new opportunity open for artists across the UK.

With £30,000, a solo exhibition at Firstsite in 2028, and a group exhibition for 20 shortlisted artists in 2027, the prize is open to artists working in any medium and built around open submissions and transparency.

We’d love to see artists from our network apply.

Entries close 8 July, midday (BST).

In this episode, Dana Olarescu and Michael Powell reflect on what it means to make art in the service of community, and ...
20/05/2026

In this episode, Dana Olarescu and Michael Powell reflect on what it means to make art in the service of community, and why that work matters more than ever. Their practice explores the intersections of arts and climate justice through participatory, community-led projects that centre care, belonging, and collective action.

Hosted by Gaby D’Annunzio, Counterpoints in Conversation is a six-part radio series highlighting artists and activists reshaping debates around displacement, racial justice, climate justice, and the transformative power of art. Drawing on Gaby’s community-driven work in Berlin and London, the series brings bold creative voices to the airwaves each month.

Broadcast: Last Friday of every month, 5:30pm
Listen: Resonance FM 104.4 FM (London) or online worldwide
Third episode airing: 22nd May 2026
Listen via link in bio

Join us for the next About Us! Artists’ Scratch Showcase featuring new works in progress from Kyra-Sky Foster .sky.foste...
19/05/2026

Join us for the next About Us! Artists’ Scratch Showcase featuring new works in progress from Kyra-Sky Foster .sky.foster, Mami Marissa, Anton Saliba, Zhou Ning and Chen Xu .

Experience an evening of live performance, creativity and experimentation where audiences are invited to ask questions, share feedback and become part of the creative process itself.

📍 Clore Ballroom, Royal Festival Hall🗓 Sun 24 May 2026, 5pm🎟 Free

Hosted by Awate in collaboration with the Southbank Centre.

Join us for an evening of readings and reflections with the shortlisted writers of the Footnote x Counterpoints Fiction ...
18/05/2026

Join us for an evening of readings and reflections with the shortlisted writers of the Footnote x Counterpoints Fiction Prize at the Southbank Centre.

Hosted by Colin Grant, the event brings together six writers exploring themes of displacement, courage and belonging through bold new fiction and fresh perspectives on our world.

📍 Purcell Room, Southbank Centre
📅 Sunday 31 May, 7:45pm
🎟 £5

Booking link in bio

Yesterday, Team Counterpoints took on the Hackney Half Marathon alongside more than 27,000 runners across East London!It...
18/05/2026

Yesterday, Team Counterpoints took on the Hackney Half Marathon alongside more than 27,000 runners across East London!

It was a beautiful day filled with energy, solidarity and community. Seeing thousands of people running with charities and good causes on their shirts was genuinely moving, and we’re so grateful to have been part of it.

A huge thank you to our incredible runners: Laura Gibson, Ed Anderton Zarmeeneh Khan, Tim Finch, and Sheena Balkwill who ran for Counterpoints on her birthday. The 5 runners helped raise more than £3,600 in support of Counterpoints’ work with artists and communities affected by displacement.

And thank you to everyone who donated, shared, cheered and supported Team Counterpoints along the run.

14/05/2026

Are you looking for some creative inspiration? this is your invitation. Come and be part of the creative process at About Us! Artists’ Scratch Showcase.

On Sunday 24 May, six artists will share bold new works in progress at the Southbank Centre, and the audience becomes part of the journey. Watch performances at their earliest stage, ask questions, give feedback, and help shape what these works could become.

From music and comedy to film, theatre and design, every Scratch night is different. Past artists have gone on to tour the UK, screen films at BFI London Film Festival, launch new shows and build long-lasting creative collaborations.

📍 Clore Ballroom, Royal Festival Hall
🗓 Sun 24 May 2026, 5pm
🎟 Free

Hosted by Awate and produced by Counterpoints Arts and the Southbank Centre.

13/05/2026

In this sharp and thought-provoking video, winner of the Counterpoints Digital Creators Awards, Lukhi Soren (), brings a bold and distinctive voice to conversations around migration, identity, and belonging.

The Counterpoints Digital Creators Awards celebrate original digital storytelling and support emerging creators exploring migration and social justice through creative short-form work. We’re proud to platform artists like Lukhi, whose work challenges perspectives and opens up new conversations.

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing all 10 winning videos from this edition of the awards.

Our friends  are launching their debut album at Cafe OTO with a night of live electronics, poetry, improvisation and ex...
13/05/2026

Our friends  are launching their debut album at Cafe OTO with a night of live electronics, poetry, improvisation and experimental performance.

and bring together poets and musicians from four years of From the Lips to the Moon shows and collaborations.

Expect twisted beats, heavy subs, glitchy words, unearthly melodies and unexpected encounters as the collective celebrates the release with a special live performance.

Since 2022, From the Lips to the Moon has become a vital part of London’s experimental arts scene, creating bold interdisciplinary work across venues including the Southbank Centre, Victoria and Albert Museum and beyond.

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“Lively – hypnotic – surreal” — The Wire

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