Seton Hall University is set to host renowned Syrian-American rapper, poet, and storyteller Omar Offendum for an evening of performance and discussion. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place on Thursday, April 10, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Bishop Dougherty University Center Outdoor Amphitheater.
Offendum is widely recognized for blending hip-hop with Arabic and English poetry, creating a unique style that resonates across cultures. For the past two decades, he has performed on global stages, engaged with prestigious institutions such as Harvard, Yale, and Stanford, and collaborated with cultural organizations like the Brooklyn Museum and the Arab American National Museum. Through rhythm and storytelling, he builds connections between different generations and communities.
Beyond his artistic career, Offendum is deeply committed to humanitarian causes. He has helped raise millions of dollars for organizations such as UNRWA and the Syrian American Medical Society. His recent work in theater, particularly the off-Broadway production Little Syria, has brought him further acclaim, leading to recognition in The Public Theater’s New York Voices commission program.
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