Unveiling the 'Let's Play' Exhibition at the National Museum of Photography
The National Museum of Photography in Rabat is set to host the captivating collective exhibition titled 'Let's Play – Reenchanting the World' from March 24 to August 24, 2026. This initiative is part of the International Biennale of Contemporary Art of the South, marking a significant continuation of a partnership that began in 2023. This collaboration underscores the museum's commitment to being an integral part of the contemporary art circuit, fostering a vibrant dialogue among artists and audiences alike.
Artists and Themes: A Tapestry of Visual Narratives
Designed as a choral exhibition, 'Let's Play' brings together a diverse group of artists from Morocco, Latin America, and Europe. The interplay of photography and video within the exhibition creates a rich tapestry of visual narratives, charting a sensitive mapping of contemporary imaginations. Through their artistic expressions, these creators probe into the fractures of the present while simultaneously opening spaces for reinvention and creativity.
In a world often plagued by doubt and disenchantment, the exhibition boldly champions play as a form of resistance. By engaging with imagination, subversion, and poetry, the artists aim to restore the image's ability to inspire wonder. In this context, photography transcends mere documentation; it transforms, suggests, and shifts perspectives, inviting viewers to see the world through a renewed lens.
The Moroccan art scene plays a pivotal role in the exhibition, showcasing the vibrancy and diversity of contemporary practices. Artists such as Amine Oulmakki merge film and photography in introspective works that explore the dialogue between memory and space. Abdelhamid Belahmidi examines social transformations through innovative approaches that blend image, video, and performance.
Mouna Karimi tackles themes related to femininity, tradition, and invisible transmissions, while Laila Hida crafts a hybrid practice that straddles creation and curation, focusing on visual imaginations. Seif Kousmate, rooted in documentary, delves into human narratives and marginal realities, whereas Déborah Benzaquen presents narrative photography influenced by cinematic language.
The exhibition also embraces an international flair, featuring artists from Argentina, Brazil, Spain, and the Netherlands, thus enhancing the dialogue and exchange of perspectives across cultures.
'Let's Play' is envisioned as a segment of an itinerant project, having already been showcased in various cities within the Biennale network, including Buenos Aires, Riyadh, and Madrid. Its upcoming presentation in Rabat solidifies the capital's growing role as an artistic platform open to the world.
Supported by the National Foundation of Museums, this initiative reflects a broader ambition to structure and elevate photography in Morocco. With 'Let's Play', the museum curates an immersive experience where images serve as tools to reinvent reality and unveil new perspectives, encouraging audiences to engage with art in profound and transformative ways.
As reported by lobservateur.info.
