The Facts
Southbank Centre will host Dua Lipa and Sudanese Canadian poet Mustafa for a conversation about Mustafa's 2025 poetry collection "Nour," meaning "light" in Arabic. The event also features readings by poets Victoria Chang and Safia Elhillo. Mustafa made "Nour" available for free in 2025, hoping it would reach those who need it most, and the discussion draws on themes of faith, ceremony, worship, grief, and everyday rituals. The evening is presented as part of Dua Lipa's Service95 Book Club, which curates monthly literary picks and author interviews.
The Signal
The collaboration underscores a growing crossover between pop music and literary events, with Dua Lipa using her platform to spotlight Mustafa's work and the wider poetry community. Mustafa's decision to distribute "Nour" for free signals an intentional move toward accessibility in publishing, challenging traditional book economics. The event also reinforces Southbank Centre's role as a venue for multi-genre programming that merges music, literature, and public conversation.
- Artists: Mustafa, Dua Lipa, Victoria Chang, Safia Elhillo
- Museums: Southbank Centre
- Locations: London
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