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Afterall and The Showroom Launch Seminar Series with Hito Steyerl

institutional · 2026-04-22

Afterall and The Showroom in London have launched a new series of seminars and events aimed at broadening the journal's editorial influence through collaborative dialogue. These events will coincide with the release of each issue at The Showroom. The first seminar highlights the work of Berlin-based filmmaker Hito Steyerl, whose contributions are featured in Afterall issue 19 (Autumn/Winter 2008). Attendees will view two of Steyerl's films, November (2004) and Lovely Andrea (2007), followed by a discussion facilitated by the artist. The conversation will delve into themes such as the politics of representation and the expression of protest via moving images.

Key facts

  • Afterall and The Showroom announced a new series of seminars and events.
  • The series takes place at The Showroom in London.
  • Events occur alongside the publication of each issue of Afterall journal.
  • The first seminar is dedicated to Berlin-based filmmaker Hito Steyerl.
  • Steyerl's work is featured in Afterall issue 19 (Autumn/Winter 2008).
  • The seminar includes screenings of November (2004) and Lovely Andrea (2007).
  • A group discussion led by Steyerl will follow the screenings.
  • Discussion topics include the politics of representation and protest through moving images.

Entities

Artists

  • Hito Steyerl

Institutions

  • Afterall
  • The Showroom

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom
  • Berlin
  • Germany

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