Pearl Rhythm Festival set to kick off this Friday

By Our Reporter This year’s edition of the Pearl Rhythm Festival will take place on October 25th – 26th at the National Theatre gardens. To be held under the theme, Taking Turns with the Earth, this year’s festivities aim to uplift and celebrate culture within the context of a changing climate and environment. Pearl Rhythm recognizes that art and culture exist in societal settings where environment and climate change are taking root and affecting the art and the artist. Moreover, artists are also contributing to environmental degradation, the release of emissions and other harmful impacts on the environment and long-term climate change. This year’s edition will feature panel discussions around the environment and the role of art in protecting the environment. A one-day symposium on art, culture and environment dedicated to open discussions between artists, civil society, government officials and industry stakeholders on issues affecting the environment and the arts and ultimately changing our culture. One of the big offerings will be the stage performances. Artistes Jajja Timo, Essie Omweshongozi, Haka Mukiga, Charles Obina, DJ Nach Mao, Tontoma Poetry Jazz Session and Kenneth Mugabi and a special international act between Germany and Uganda featuring a chorale performance in collaboration between...