William Kentridge: A Palimpsest of Memory and Resistance William Kentridge is a South African artist whose distinctive oeuvre—characterized by intricate drawings, animated films, prints, and theatrical performances—grapples with profound questions about history, trauma, and the complexities of identity. Born in Johannesburg on April 28, 1955, Kentridge’s artistic journey began amidst the turbulent backdrop of apartheid, a system that profoundly shaped his upbringing and instilled within him a deep understanding of social injustice. His parents, Sydney Kentridge and Felicia Geffen, were attor…