Exposition | “Football and Religion: Tales of Hope, Play and Passion” — Aga Khan Centre, London, 2/09/2022 to 04/12/2022

The exhibition provides a narrative on the subject through a snapshot of social history and contemporary commentary with a selection of books, magazines and newspaper articles, relevant objects, and artefacts. This narrative provides the contextual backdrop for a series of new artworks created by visual artist, illustrator, and animator Ed Merlin Murray.

The exhibition, Football and Religion, includes something for everyone — from eye-catching immersive illustrated animations to interactive art and a host of inspirational media that allow visitors to delve into the subject as much as they wish.

Visit the Aga Khan Centre Gallery for more details about the exhibition: www.agakhancentre.org.uk/gallery/

Speakers

• Kevin Coleman: Formerly of Brentford FC (Chair).

• Ed Merlin Murray: Visual artist and animator.

• Karshima Inayat: Gilgit League Pakistan.

• Dr Zafar Iqbal: Head of Sports Medicine, Crystal Palace FC.

• Matt Baker: Director of Sports Chaplaincy UK and Chaplain for Charlton Athletic FC.

• Linvoy Primus: Former Portsmouth and Charlton FC.

• Yasmin Abukar: Founder Sisterhood FC.

Dates and Times
Panel Discussion: 1 September 2022, 18:00-19:00 (London Time)
Exhibition Viewing: 1 September 2022, 19:00-20:00
Exhibition Viewing: 2 September – 4 December 2022

Venue
Aga Khan Centre (Atrium Conference Room and Gallery),
10 Handyside Street,
London N1C 4DN

Booking
The event is free, but booking is essential:
To attend in person, register via Eventbrite: https://fal.cn/3r4zn
To attend online, register via Zoom: https://fal.cn/3r4zo