Michael Roch & arthur francietta

new experimental approaches to Caribbean imaginaries

Join us for an inspiring conversation with acclaimed French author Michael Roch and emerging artist Arthur Francietta, who is the recipient of this year’s Caribbean Cultural Institute (CCI) Artist Fellowship at the Pérez Art Museum Miami, currently in Miami. Together, they’ll explore fresh perspectives and experimental techniques in reimagining Caribbean identities and narratives. Through literature, visual arts, and multimedia, Roch and Francietta push the boundaries of cultural representation, offering new lenses on Caribbean heritage, history, and futurity. Don’t miss this unique event that delves into the power of creative expression to reshape and expand the Caribbean imagination.


🗓️ Monday, November 18th at 7:00 PM

📍Alliance Française Miami Metro
100 Biscayne Blvd, Ste 2120 Miami, FL 33137

Free admission

Presentation in French
Refreshments & Appetizers

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This conversation will be moderated by Elizabeth Guérin.

Elizabeth Guérin is a versatile Haitian media professional with a rich career in television, radio, and the arts. Starting as a child performer, she quickly became a household name in Haiti, hosting popular radio shows and starring in the beloved soap opera Woy Les Voilà. Known as “The Haitian Oprah,” she brought innovation to Haitian television with À Découvert, the first live-audience talk show. After moving to Miami, Elizabeth continued her media work, launching HTN, a 24-hour Haitian TV channel, and founding Imaginart Media Productions. Her contributions to media and culture have earned her widespread recognition, including the “Women in Media” award.