Apsara Arts with Emergency Exit Arts presents
The Magic Mela Story Camp 1.00 – 6.00
The ever-popular Magic Mela will be open to everyone throughout the afternoon. Enter the Story Camp, a world of imaginary places, traditional tales and contemporary spoken word presented by local and international storytellers, dancers, puppeteers, poets, singers and visual artists. Enjoy performances and activities for all the family.
13.00 - 14.30
15.00 - 17.30
Dr. Lohana's Fantastic Bioscope: storytelling and drawing workshop featuring an extraordinary device that inspired early versions of Indian cinema.
13.00 - 13.45
16.45 - 17.30
Writerz and Scribz: popular local spoken word artists perform and invite you to join in with rhymes and rhythms. See their exhibition of poems and art work created by local people - open all afternoon.
13.45 - 14.45
15.15 - 16.15
17.15 - 18.15
The Amazing Flying Machine: Puppets, music and dance. Make your own puppet and join in with a roaming performance around the Magic Mela site.
13.45
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Upahaar Dance: Indian classical dancers tell stories using gestures and rhythms.
14.15, 15.15
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Kathak Katha: dance, performance and workshop.
14.45, 16.15, 17.15
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Debbie Guneratne: Internationally renowned storyteller. Hear wonderful stories from South Asia including The First Sari and learn how to dress in one.
15.30
Flamenco Con Gusto
15.45, 17.00
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Namz: inspirational Croydon singer, musician, songwriter entertains us with her contemporary blend of music and spoken word.
17.45
Deivikalaya - dance performance and workshop