London art scene rallies for Palestine with major solidarity events

London is becoming a focal point for artistic solidarity with Palestinians as multiple exhibitions open across the city, including a show at Studio 1.1 featuring works from over 200 artists across 35 countries and the upcoming "Voices of Solidarity" fundraiser at Troxy aiming to raise £1 million for Palestinian healthcare workers and infrastructure.

GAZAGAZAGAZA Exhibition at Studio 1.1

The GAZAGAZAGAZA exhibition, running from July 10-27, 2025, at Studio 1.1 in Shoreditch, London, represents a powerful collaboration between the artist-led gallery and Artists Supporting Palestine (ASP). This solidarity show features over 400 donated works from more than 200 artists across 35 countries, with a special section dedicated to postcard-sized pieces priced at £20 to ensure wider public participation. The exhibition opens with a private view on Thursday, July 10th from 6-9pm at the gallery's 57a Redchurch Street location.theartnewspaper+3

Studio 1.1, an entirely not-for-profit gallery established in 2003, emphasizes that "100% of the sale price will go directly to Medical Aid for Palestinians" through their JustGiving link. For those unable to attend in person, the organizers plan to create a dedicated online gallery displaying all exhibited works, making them available for remote viewing and purchase. Michael Keenan, co-founder and director of Studio 1.1, describes the exhibition as an opportunity "to make our position clear… to make a protest and to show the anger and the bewilderment about the situation."studio1-1+3

Voices of Solidarity at Troxy

The "Voices of Solidarity" event, scheduled for Saturday, July 19, 2025, at London's iconic Troxy venue, represents the UK's largest cultural fundraiser for Palestine with an ambitious goal of raising £1 million for Gaza's healthcare workers and infrastructure. Organized by Health Workers 4 Palestine (HW4P)—a grassroots movement founded by UK doctors in October 2023 in response to censorship they faced when advocating for Palestinian healthcare rights—this one-night-only fundraiser follows last year's sold-out "Voices for Gaza" event that raised £200,000 for Medical Aid for Palestinians.newarab+1

The event features an extraordinary lineup of over 20 performers spanning comedy, music, and spoken word, including notable names such as Bassem Youssef, Paloma Faith, Nish Kumar, Rosie Jones, Juliet Stevenson, and Dr. Ghassan Abu Sittah. Doors open at 6:00 PM with the show starting at 7:00 PM at the Grade II-listed Art Deco venue located at 490 Commercial Road. Tickets start from £40 and are reportedly selling quickly as the event approaches.instagram+5

Medical Aid for Palestinians Fundraising for these art exhibits

Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) stands as the beneficiary of these London art exhibitions, continuing its 40-year mission of providing healthcare support to Palestinians living under occupation and as refugees. Founded in 1982 following the Sabra and Shatila massacre in Lebanon, MAP delivers essential medical services in the West Bank, Gaza, and Lebanon through its offices in these regions and in London. The charity has gained special consultative status with ECOSOC and receives support from the British public, the UK Government, the European Union, and international aid organizations.theartnewspaper+1

All proceeds from the GAZAGAZAGAZA exhibition will directly support MAP's critical work in providing immediate medical aid while developing local healthcare capacity. In response to the ongoing crisis, MAP has recently expanded its efforts beyond traditional healthcare provision to include supplying bulletproof vests and helmets for Palestinian health workers facing increased attacks. The organization also facilitates various fundraising initiatives throughout the year, including running events across the UK and special challenges like the PwC Step Up for Gaza 125 Mile Challenge, demonstrating the diverse ways supporters can contribute to their humanitarian mission.map+4