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A jot form  created to RSVP and communicate to participates
who would like to perform and also just an invite 

Posters and Flyers.    

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There was printed communication matter distributed around Basel 
to people and African diaspora communities in Basel. 

Program Segment. 

Program Segment. 

Program Segment. 

Program Segment.   

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There was also a program to follow this event that was published on the
HairScapes instagram.     

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Performing and starting the process.     

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Event Title:
Hairscapes
Date:
11 August 2024
Time:
15:30 pm.
Location:
Theater, Basel


1. Arrival and Informal Gathering (15 minutes)
• Welcome and Registration:
Attendees arrive, check in, and are welcomed by the event staff. 
They receive any materials needed for the activities.
• Introduction with an informal Social Time:
This time also serves as an opportunity for the audience to informally 
meet the performers and other participants in crowd. 

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The closeness is HairProximity, and relationship.

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Hairscapes - Poem by Tanyaradzwa Matseketsa (Me) Our hair from a young age it is a point of contention,
From birth, it is shaved off,
The feeling of it, the shape of it, the texture of it,
According to worldly standards it leaves a lot to be desired,
This lack of comprehension, apprehension and attention,
Which continues to ensue us as a people,
Is the power and beauty of our hair.

No matter what people say about our hair, it is a symbolism,
People are moved by its impeccable capacity,
It is an artpiece, it is a vehicle of change, it is a social ism,
It is unbeknownst to man, it is a pandoras box of impossibility,
You are tapped into activism, socialism, humanism,
It is a living and breathing ism on its own,
Is the power and beauty of our hair.

Its power to shapeshift, to form a different persona,
I am able to wake as Lupita, Brenda, LaTisha (uh), Linda, Felicia, Zendaya,
YOU NAME IT, among a gazallion individuals whilst still being me,
The ability to be a embody renaissance by just being alive,
It is an inexplicable language, almost like speaking shona, in Barcelona,
Proclaiming our stories, histories and cultures,
From different centuries it is a pulsating influence rather mesmerising mayhem,
Is the power and beauty of our hair.

Our hair creates a bond, intimately,
A relational agenda that is passionately intricate,
From a young age you know,
That my mother, auntie, sister and family will always be there for me,
Fearfully and wonderfully made, their workmanship is infinitely, ultimatelly, utterly, Gifted, born with skills passed down from generation to generation,
A reflection of what the motherland inhibits, leaving a trace a tale as old as time,
It is a secret to our strength, encoded in our veins, a gift from God, Is the power and beauty of our hair.
 

Anita and Daughter Nubia.

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Asking all the Mums or daughters - To tell me their story of their hair journey?
How did you start taking care of your hair properly…
Why do you do your child’s hair instead of taking her to the salon?
Did you always know how to take care of your children’s hair?
How have you passed on this knowledge to your child? Or how have you bonded 
with your child through this experience?
⁃    What is the ritual you do with your daughter when plaiting her hair?
Child - How do you feel when your mum does your hair?
What is your child’s experience of her hair in Switzerland? Reactions etc.
 
 

Hair textures 

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3. Group Activity: Braiding Hair and Shared Rituals (30-40 minutes)
    •    Introduction to the Activity:
Explanation of the significance of the braiding hair practice or other shared rituals.
Remark: “In our culture, braiding hair is a symbol of connection and care. 
This afternoon, we’ll engage in this practice not only as a form of art but also as a 
way to connect with one another.”

Quotes:
HairConnections & HairTextures:
***LK Book: Pg 68, / Pg 47, and pg. 51, pg 62.

    •    Interactive Braiding Session:
Participants pair up or form small groups to braid each other’s hair, with guidance 
from facilitators. This can be accompanied by storytelling, music, or guided 
conversation prompts.
Remark: “As you braid, consider the stories of connection, care, and creativity 
that you bring to this space. 
Feel free to share your thoughts with your partner or group.”
 

Hair Activities. 

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    •    Optional Alternative Activity:
For those who may not wish to participate in braiding, an alternative interactive 
activity related to the event’s theme is provided.
Remark: “If you prefer, join us in creating collaborative art pieces using provided 
materials, reflecting on themes of connection and community.”

-    At what age did you start experimenting your own hair?


4. Group Reflection and Collective Activity (20-25 minutes)

    •    Guided Reflection:
A structured time for participants to reflect on the entire experience, 
possibly through writing, drawing, or silent contemplation.
Remark: “Take a moment to reflect on your experience this afternoon. 
You can jot down your thoughts, create a quick sketch, or simply sit in 
silence with your reflections”.  



 

The 

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•    Group Sharing:
Open the floor for participants to share their reflections, experiences, or 
thoughts on the event.
Remark: “We welcome anyone who feels inspired to share what this 
experience has meant to them or any insights they’ve gained.”

Closing Collective Activity (15-20 minutes)
    •    Final Interactive Activity:
A collective art-making activity or a ritual that brings everyone together, 
creating a sense of closure and unity. This could be a collaborative mural, 
a shared song, or a symbolic gesture.
Example: “Let’s come together for one final collective act. We’ll create a 
communal mural that represents the connections we’ve formed today 
using the (objects) trees benches in our space. 
We will also capture the moment with photographs etc..

    •    Closing Remarks and Apero in collaboartion with Kult Kino:
The host thanks participants, the artist(s), and any collaborators. 
They also provide information about future events and ways to stay connected.
Please follow us on social media or sign up for our newsletter to stay informed 
about future events please tag us as well”.

 

Me and the mural hairextension pieces. 

Trailer Video 

Final video

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These final video documentation of the  entire performance.