An exclusive after-hours takeover of the Fitzwilliam Museum. Explore our ‘Tau o Mai | Journeys with Mai’ display and enjoy an evening of art, music, performance and screenings inspired by the show’s themes. 

Students from the Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts will also present an array of creativity spanning fashion, graphics, illustration, fashion branding and communication, art, design, music and performance. 

Inspired by the themes in his latest play ‘Please Do Not Touch’, former Birmingham Poet Laureate, activist and playwright Casey Bailey leads an engaging discussion around colonial legacy, contested heritage and institutional change. 

During the session participants will:

Same-sex desire does not need modern labels and categories in order to exist across time.

From goddesses and ancient myths to powerful emperors explore the spectrum of identities that exist across time, place and culture in amongst the statues and sculptures of the atmospheric Cast Gallery at the Museum of Classical Archaeology.

Established in 2021, Cambridge Takht & The Pomegranates is a vibrant and dynamic Arabic music ensemble based in Cambridge. The group is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich traditions of Arabic music. Comprised of talented musicians from diverse backgrounds and countries, the group brings together a unique blend of traditional and folkloric Arabic music with contemporary influences. Beyond their musical endeavours, the ensemble is dedicated to fostering a sense of community and cultural exchange in Cambridge.

A study morning learning about tapa (bark cloth) and items in the Museum for Archaeology and Anthropology's collections led by Professor Nicholas Thomas (MAA, Cambridge). This will include a video and presentation on the subject, and a break mid-morning.

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Experience the timeless beauty of Persian classical music with the Cambridge Nahoft Ensemble in a special performance at MAA. With vocals alongside the evocative sounds of the Ney, Daf, Tonbak, and Oud, this concert offers a unique journey into the rich traditions of Persian music. The programme will centre on improvisation, interwoven with a selection of traditional melodies and songs, as well as original compositions created by the Ensemble. Join us for an evening of vibrant rhythms, soulful expression, and musical dialogue that bridges past and present in inspiring harmony.