Meet Elyas Alavi, special guest on Sunday Arts Magazine, broadcast live from the Immigration Museum in Melbourne.
 
“I really wanted to show that how each culture, each background…..is full of history…..full of art.  I think that’s really, really important”.(Elyas Alavi on Sunday Arts Magazine, 14th April 2024)
Afghanistan-Australian visual artist and poet chats to David and David about the exhibit In Search of the Simurgh, a Persian mythical bird.  Through the Simurgh, Elyas and Sher Ali explore resilience, strength and joy of being connected.  Also, that this exhibit is on display at the Immigration Museum bears much significance for Elyas.  Listen to his story to find out the reason why.  Hear what Elyas says about the birds and his response when asked how he feels about being part of the JOY EXHIBITION.
The Joy Exhibition runs until 29th August 2025 next year.
For more information and to book tickets, visit https://www.museumsvictoria.com.au/immigrationmuseum/whats-on/joy