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Nairobi Kenya This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Website Contact Person: Dave Ojay The TrustThe Sarakasi Trust is a performing arts development organization working towards building capacity in the arts sector in Kenya. The organizations core stems from a firm belief in the use of Culture for Development and the positive role that culture can play in the effort to eradicate poverty. The Trust works as a mechanism for development by effecting actual demonstrable transformation in the livelihoods of young people from economically marginalized areas, expanding their capacity through out reach, performance based training and exchange programs which immediately impact their ability to access a sustainable income. The organization plays an important role in the demonstration of the real possibilities for the arts to contribute to development through its cultural entrepreneurship projects, among others: the yearly Sawa Sawa Festival, Ghetto Radio 89.5 FM, the Sawa Sawa Music Label, management of events, the Sarakasi acrobats, musicians and dancers.The Trusts programs continue to touch the lives of thousands of children and young adults growing up in the slums of Nairobi every year. The DomeThe art sector continues to be vibrant with the immense input from Sarakasi Trust; regarded as the largest art organization in East Africa. The Sarakasi Dome has seen many artists groups and individuals line up to book rehearsals and performance spaces. This can be attributed to the highly competitive rates available at the Dome and the professional / high standard state of the artistic facility. The artistes are enjoying the professionally designed art spaces within the Sarakasi Dome. With a number of well equipped wash rooms/showers, wardrobes, large mirrors and smooth wooden tiled floor at the Studio that makes them comfortable during rehearsals and shows. The general public and the Ngara community will soon enjoy affordable artistic training at the Sarakasi Dome. This will include affordable training lessons in dance, acrobats, and aerobics exercises. The Trust will soon announce monthly public shows and a course in event management that will benefit members of the public who would like to get training and gain knowledge in coordination and management of events. |
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