Category: Arts & Culture Interviews
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![GUAP 34: Who is Araloyin Oshunremi? [@araloyino] [@topboynetflix]](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/A-O-COVER-1-1080x850.jpg)
Born in Illinois, raised in Hackney, and of Yoruba Nigerian descent, Araloyin Oshunremi is an actor to watch after his lead performance in season three’s critically acclaimed British television series Top Boy. Top Boy first premiered in 2011, was revived by Netflix in 2019, and is now watched by millions across the globe. Following the lives…
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![Afropunk 2023: what went down? [@afropunk]](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Screenshot-2023-09-01-at-17.22.19-1140x850.png)
In the heart of Brooklyn, amidst the vibrant cultural tapestry of one of New York City’s most iconic boroughs, the Afropunk Festival returned in 2023 to celebrate a powerful fusion of music, art, fashion, and activism. This annual gathering has become a symbol of black excellence, unity, and resilience, transcending boundaries and stereotypes while reaffirming…
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Reframe: The Residency is a free exhibition at Southbank Centre showcasing 13 works by collectives of Black artists across London, Manchester, and Birmingham. Featuring 77 collaborators in total, the exhibition, curated by Misan Harriman, responds to the climate emergency we’re living in – and the different forms of impact it’s having on diasporic communities and the artists’ countries of…
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![flat 70’s Artist Fundraiser is supporting emerging marginalised talent [@_flat70]](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Shopfront-1140x850.jpeg)
flat 70 the non-profit arts organisation is hosting an artist’s fundraiser at the South London Gallery on July 26th to celebrate three years of programming. The fundraiser will run until August 23 2023 to garner support for emerging and early-career artists. Founded in February 2020 by siblings Anthony and Senam Badu to hold space for…
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![Bet Bettencourt [@betttencourt]: from photographing sneakers, to superstars](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/WhatsApp-Image-2023-07-14-at-01.12.06-1140x850.jpeg)
A series of fortunate events, including a mate getting her to bypass the DICE waiting list and a security guard not noticing the camera in the back of her pants, led Bet Bettencourt’s “fan” photography to be noticed by Tems herself. Today, she has abandoned her 9-5 fintech job. She entirely dedicates herself to her art, traveling from…
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![Thalia Gochez’s [@thaliagochez] Portraits for Polariod’s “Real Life” Campaign Are Sacred](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Thalia-pic-1140x850.jpg)
In a world where a new social media app launches every six months, Polaroid’s most recent global campaign reminds us that “nothing worthwhile should come in an instant.” The worldwide campaign, “Real Life,” marks the newest generation of Now and Now+ cameras by asking 15 emerging and established photographers to capture Real Life on Polaroid. …
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![A conversation with ‘School Girls; or, the African Mean Girls’ director Monique Touko [@mons_about] and Heather Agyepong [@heathatrottlives]](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Screenshot-2023-07-04-at-16.38.12-1140x850.png)
Ahead of the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre’s most recent announcement that they are extending the smash hit School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play by award-winning playwright Jocelyn Bioh, GUAP sat down with Stage Award-winning director Monique Touko and actress Heather Agyepong. The UK premiere of the production opened at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre on 14 June to critical acclaim. Earlier…
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The gripping anthology series known for its thought-provoking and dystopian tales, Black Mirror, has captivated audiences worldwide with its unique blend of technology and human nature since 2011. As the highly anticipated Season 6 returns, GUAP sat down with it leading stars about taking on their roles and stepping into the Black Mirror Universe. Starring…
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![Meet the Founder [@amaanduffer] of Hot Girl Jewellery Brand, Basliq](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/5e8b723b-63ed-40a9-b41c-3c698761fd6a-1140x850.jpeg)
One of the youngest designers to ever be worn at the Met Gala, Amaan Duffer is the founder of the sustainable jewellery brand, Basliq. Basliq has been seen on Gigi and Bella Hadid, Doja Cat, Winnie Harlow, and more with the tagline Hot Jewellery for Hot Girls. GUAP sits with Amaan to learn more about his whirlwind journey…
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![David Sanya’s [@DavidSanyaa] photography explores Lagosian identity, politics and history](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/David-sanya-3-1140x850.jpg)
Photography had always been a hobby for Lagos-born multimedia artist David Sanya. However, following a turbulent relationship with his creativity during the pandemic, he has fully committed to the medium, creating beautiful and tender work harmonically blending his subjects with their surroundings. Sanya spoke to GUAP about his series The Tranquility, the influence of his upbringing on…