Pathways

Barefeet Theatre uses a multi-dimensional approach based on various artistic expressions (theatre, music and dance), psycho-social support, creativity and self-expression (through the “Participatory Process Performance” method) in order to tackle themes or subjects of interest to the young participants, thus sharing their concerns and responding in this way to the needs of vulnerable children living in marginal communities in 2 districts of Zambia (Kitwe and Kabwe).

The project, supported by AMI, foresees artistic workshops in shelters for street children located in marginalized communities, culminating in the production of a performance presented in their respective communities (in public spaces such as markets and squares) and at the Barefeet Youth Art Festival in Lusaka.

The project also foresees the realization of street activities, visits and dialogues with street children, identifying their problems and possible solutions (such as reinsertion in families or hosting in rehabilitation centres).

During the Barefeet Youth Art Festival, all 40 groups that work with Barefeet present their performance, which has been prepared during the workshops. This is a unique opportunity for the children to perform for a wider audience at the national level along with international artists from around the world, providing them with inspiration from positive role models and the shared enthusiasm for performance.