Hello Friends,
We can't wait any longer to let you know about our October launches and other exciting events.
RUN THE SAHARA 2012 launch
On October 1st we will hold a multi-media event to launch our 4th annual campaign of Run the Sahara to raise funds for Studio-Live and connect British people directly to the Saharawi refugees through their participation in the long distance races held in the camps in SW Algeria.
The screening of award-winning film El Problema () will precede the launch at 3pm and feature a panel discussion with film director Pablo Vidal and a young Saharawi human rights activist. The launch proper begins at 5pm with readings of Saharawi poetry and short stories by poet and playwrite Inua Ellams, followed by a sneak viewing of an excerpt from the long- awaited documentary, The Runner, by Saeed Taji Farouky, about the life of world- class athlete Saharawi Salah Ameidan. Former participants in Run the Sahara will share their stories and give people a chance to find out more about the experience. We will of course be encouraging all those who are thinking of going to take the leap and sign up and register on the day! We hope to galvanize at least 25 people for 2012, so we will need the help of all our supporters to spread the word and bring friends and colleagues along to make the launch a success.
When and Where:
When: October 1, 3pm -6:30pm
3pm-4:45pm. El Problema screening and panel discussion: Ticketed event. Bookings must be made directly through .
5pm-6:30pm: Run the Sahara launch
Where:Riverside Studios, Hammersmith (W6 9RL, Hammersmith)
Special invited guests are Ken Loach (Sandblast patron), Paco Peña, Rageh Omaar, Zeinab Badawi and Inua Ellams.
Volunteers needed!
If you can volunteer your time and help out on October 1st, please get in touch with We will need at least four people to help at the event and a photographer to document the day. We also need help with distributing flyers and posters to running clubs, health clubs, sports shops and at festivals and other relevant events.
STUDIO-LIVE launch
On October 6th, in partnership with , we will be launching , our exciting music empowerment project to enable artists in the refugee camps to develop professionally and reach international audiences through music. It will take place at Darbucka in Clerkenwell, who have generously offered the venue for the event. The launch coincides with the digital release of Tiris's debut album Sandtracks by Believe Digital. The evening will feature several bands and DJ Rita Ray and Movimientos DJ Cal Jader and some special guests. Put this date in your diary and check for detail updates in early September.
OTHER EXCITING events around the corner!….
Sahara Cabaret Extravaganza
On Tuesday 6th Sept Olive Branch Theatre in partnership with Sandblast Arts is holding a to raise money for their 2011 Saharawi Refugee Youth Theatre project.
Last year the funds raised enabled Olive Branch to establish a theatre group in the camps and produce an amazing piece of theatre. This year they will return to share their skills again and support young people to produce a show that will tour the primary schools on the camps. Please come along and show your support. There are limited spaces so please visit: anchtheatre and add your name to the guest list. Spread the word and bring friends. If you can't make it and are feeling generous please go ahead and donate…every penny counts and will make a difference!
Sahara Libre at Portobello festival
Don't miss the documentary Sahara Libre by Greg Hall at Portobello festival on September 9th. It will be shown at the Pop Up Cinema at 8pm. Please check for exact details closer to the date (.com). The documentary focuses on the wider story of the Saharawi refugee situation told over the two week period spent in the camps by Olive Branch working with 20 Saharawi refugee youth to develop and perform their stories through theatre.
See you soon,
The Sandblast Team
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