Tunisian political cartoonist _Z_ appears at Harvard University on Thursday November 14, 2013 – 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Press Release:
The CMES Working Group on Film and Visual Arts in a Changing Middle East is pleased to present _Z_ in Harvard
Heavily involved in the opposition against Zine el-Abidine Ben Ali’s autocratic rule, _Z_’s satirical cartoons and articles made him one of the most wanted targets of Tunisia’s secret services. He has remained anonymous as he continues denouncing the government’s antidemocratic practices, and his influence on Tunisia’s public opinion remains significant.
In his first public appearance, _Z_ will give a “draw-as-you-speak”-style lecture while explaining the world of his cartoons. How does he draw Tunis? Islamists? Ben Ali’s family? What does this mean in the context of Tunisian politics?
While at Harvard, _Z_ will also be giving a master class on November 13th; for more information, click here.
PLEASE NOTE: due to the sensitive nature of _Z_’s anonymity, photography and videography will be forbidden at this event. Anyone attempting to photograph or film this talk will be asked to leave immediately.
This event is open to the public; no registration required.
This event is off the record. The use of recording devices is strictly prohibited.
Date: November 14, 2013 – 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Harvard Graduate School of Design, Room 124, Gund Hall,
48 Quincy St, Cambridge, MA
