Name: Mois de la Francophonie - Opening | Théâtre du silence by WERIEM
Start: 2026-03-05T18:00:00-06:00
End: 2026-03-05T20:00:00-06:00
Location: 227 Colfax Ave N, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55405

$Mois de la Francophonie - Opening | Th\u00e9\u00e2tre du silence by WERIEM$

Join us for the opening celebration of Mois de la Francophonie, spotlighting Tunisia!
From 6 to 8 pm, experience the powerful work of Franco-Tunisian artist WERIEM, traveling especially from Chicago for this special event at the Alliance. As you explore her stunning paintings, enjoy the beautiful sounds of traditional Arabic music, performed live on guitar by Meriem LeClair.
Don’t miss this unique opening night, an opportunity to discover WERIEM’s art, immerse yourself in Tunisian culture, and learn the stories behind her beautiful creations.
“In Théâtre du silence, WERIEM creates an intimate stage where emotion is revealed in fragments rather than declarations. Bringing together works from her Eyes and Pierrot series, the exhibition explores the tension between concealment and revelation.
The Eyes paintings isolate the gaze, as if the soul reveals itself only in fragile portions. Tears shimmer like constellations, transforming sorrow into light. With Pierrot, the silent mime, figures exist in suspended moments between stillness and performance, embodying introspection and quiet vulnerability.
Across both series, silence becomes a language of its own. Masks become windows. Through restraint and poetic atmosphere, WERIEM invites viewers to pause, reflect, and recognize the subtle interplay of beauty, loss, and imagination within our shared human experience.”