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...We involve children in a wide range of theatre activities such as puppet making workshops and performances, fantastical processions and video productions.
What work does the British Council do in this area?
There is a lot of well-developed ACD practice around the world, funded by various Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) and governmental bodies, involving both UK and indigenous practitioners. The British Council has undertaken some of this work and is in a unique position to contribute further in its dual role as a cultural organisation and a development agency. Within performing arts we are extending the scope of the work we can do in this field overseas. To date our work has covered music, dance and drama. Drama work has included David Glass Ensemble’s The Lost Child theatre projects with young people dealing with loss or disempowerment. The project has taken place from the Far East to South America and has engaged with children affected by war, homelessness and child prostitution. An example within music would be Women of Africa who worked with other women musicians to compose a song reflecting gender issues and women’s rights in Swaziland. Although the theme was controversial it was applauded by the Swazi ruler, King Mswati III and broadcast on national television.
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