In October 2023, the Darat al-Funun gallery in Amman dedicated a significant part of its activities to Palestine in commemoration of the ongoing war in Gaza. These events included art exhibitions, workshops, and film screenings. One of the highlights was the screening of Life is Beautiful (2023) by Palestinian director Mohammed Jabaly, which explores the effects of war and exile on Palestinians, particularly the people of Gaza.
A collective exhibition titled Under Fire, inaugurated on October 17, showcased works by four artists from Gaza: Basel al-Maqousi, Majed Shala, Raed Issa, and Suhail Salem. Despite the war, these artists continued to create, reflecting the resilience and strength of the inhabitants of the territory.
In parallel, from October 19, the gallery organized drawing and storytelling workshops for children every Saturday until November 23 under the theme Palestinian Folktales. These workshops aimed to stimulate children’s imaginations while teaching them about Palestinian cultural heritage through art and traditional stories.
These events highlight Darat al-Funun’s commitment to supporting Palestinian culture and promoting artistic resistance in the face of adversity.