We are an arts research centre bringing together artists, activists, academics and audiences to challenge social and climate injustices through the power of the arts – in the UK, Brazil and beyond. Founded by Paul Heritage, People’s Palace Projects is a subsidiary of Queen Mary University of London. Co-Directors: Thiago Jesus and Mariana Steffen.
“In Colombia and London alike, I’ve seen young people come into the workshops with a dull look in their eyes… and leave with them shining. It was then I understood that art doesn’t just entertain, it also heals.”
"PPP took me to London and Madrid with my son, which is really hard to get to from the Indigenous territory. It was really good. PPP is our partner and the team supported me producing a CD of traditional Wauja songs and connecting the new generation in the village to the UK young climate activists."
“PPP puts culture centre stage in deprived areas like Rio’s favelas. Paul Heritage and his team offered me the opportunity to make new connections and expand my work as an artist."
"PPP took me to Xingu in 2017 and I could learn about Indigenous culture and music. We jammed and made music in 3 languages - English, Portuguese and Kuikuro - I was told it was the first new song made there in 200 years! It was an amazing experience that I will never forget."
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