Enormous collaboration for World theatre commemorations

COLLABORATION among artists and theatre practitioners leads to more innovative, impactful and inclusive artistic endeavours, ASSITEJ Zimbabwe chairperson Chipo Basopo-Chindungwe has said.

ASSITEJ Zimbabwe is a national association promoting theatre for children and young people.

Basopo-Chindungwe, who is also the Precious Children’s Arts organisation (Pica) executive director, made the remarks ahead of the forthcoming commemorations of World Theatre Day for Children and Young People on March 20.

In a ground-breaking move ahead of the commemorations to be held under the theme: Take a Child to the Theatre Today, ASSITEJ Zimbabwe has joined hands with the arts mother body, National Arts Council of Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe Theatre Academy, Pica and the Primary and Secondary Education ministry.

Also on board for the commemorations are Jasen Mpepo Little Theatre, Pastime Trust, LITFEST, SWWA and Heritage Village.

“By leveraging on the collective talents, perspectives and resources of multiple collaborators, artists can create works that transcend individual limitations and resonate more profoundly with audiences,” she told NewsDay Life & Style.

“Through collaborations, we also learn from each other and bring unique skills and experiences to the table which will also bring about a wider audience mobilisation.”

Also, as a way of commemorating World Theatre Day celebrated annually on March 27, Basopo-Chindungwe said a week-long series of events that will encompass activities aimed at fostering love for the arts among Zimbabwe’s youths were lined up from March 20 to 27.

She said to ensure memorable and impactful commemorations, their programming would feature an array of theatrical performances, dance, storytelling, poetry, puppetry, workshops and interactive activities across various venues in Harare not only to entertain, but also to educate and inspire young audiences.

“As a beacon for young talents within the Zimbabwean arts and culture sector, we are inviting children, educators and families to immerse themselves in the transformative power of theatre. Join us in this celebration of creativity, diversity and the arts as we ignite the spark of theatre in every child,” she noted.

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