Blind SpotTour ReadyIshyo Arts CentreRwanda

A musical, Blind Spot is a poetic and political journey providing a new perspective on our social body, linking unspoken history to implicit prejudices. It explores the economic and political implications of anti-black racism and white privilege. Blind Spot stands out for its innovative approach, combining poetry, politics and performance, enlightening the grey areas of our collective consciousness.

Ishyo Arts Centre, established in 2007, is driven by a commitment to fostering creativity, cultural heritage, and artistic excellence. Ishyo promotes diverse forms of artistic expression, including theatre, dance, music, literature, and film, supporting capacity-building initiatives for artists and cultural practitioners. Ishyo is a leader in arts in education, social change, and community engagement, playing a significant role in revitalising Rwanda’s cultural landscape, nurturing talent, and creating opportunities for intercultural exchange.

Company: Ishyo Arts Centre

Contact: Carole Umulinga Karemera

Position: Executive Director

Address: Kigali – Rwanda, KG 28 Avenue, Kigali

Country: Rwanda

Mobile: +250788309706

Email: carole.karemera@ishyoartscentre.org

Website: https://www.ishyoartscentre.org/

X: https://x.com/ishyoarts

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ishyo_arts_centre_official/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IshyoCentre/

 

Production Information

Title of Piece: Blind Spot

Artform: Theatre / Drama

Age Suitability: 15 years +

Use of Ttext: Dense

Music: Recorded and Live

Language: Understanding of English / Use of Subtitles

 

Key Personnel

Writer: Hassiba Halabi

Dramaturgy: Sara Vanderieck

Co-Directors: Carole Karemera, Lee Fou Messica

Sound Design: Hassiba Halabi, Cécilia Kankonda

Actors: Hassiba Halabi, Cécilia Kankonda, Carole Karemera

 

Touring Information

Scale of Show: Small

Appropriate Setting: Indoor

Running Time: 60 minutes

Number of Performers on Stage: 3

No of People on Tour: 5

 

Touring Availability

Suitable for Rural Touring: No

Outreach and Educational Work: No



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