Volcano Arts Project
Through a number of Fair Trade In Tourism and volunteer efforts, a variety of community and economy sustaining projects have, in recent years, been introduced to the many townships of South Africa.
One such project in the works is the Volcano Arts Project. Taking place in the Cape Town township, Gugulethu, the Volcano Arts Project strives to involve locals and children into community theater. So far, there has been an assortment of spectacular drama productions, all focused around social themes and crucial issues in South Africa. Through artistic expression, the drama participants can bring focus and attention to devastating issues such as HIV / AIDS, drug abuse, violence against women, and more.
It can sometimes be difficult to grab the attention of children and teach them the ramifications of serious social issues, but Volcano Arts Project has been delightfully surprised by the attention the productions have been receiving by the local children. These children, usually affected by such social issues, have the opportunity to learn—through an artistic outlet—how to overcome these problems and influence them in future actions.
Volcano Arts Project
Uthando is one such organization helping to complete the Volcano Arts theater building. Taking small steps to lend labor and building materials, Uthando is working hard to bring meaningful and influential art and entertainment into the lives of the Gugulethu locals. Thanks to the helping hands of Uthando and other volunteers, Volcano can continue bringing hope and joy to the Cape Town townships.
If you know of any builders in Cape Town who are willing to donate their skills or some of their extra or reject building materials, contact James of Uthando at jamesfernie@uthandosa.org. Any contributions are much appreciated. You can also visit the Gugulethu township while on a South Africa family vacation, and have a personal look into the wonderful productions happening today.
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Dear
I was very impressed with what I saw when I came to visit VAP regarding our converstion, I am currently writing an article on your work and I will be in touch a.s.a.p.
The work that you are doing in significant to the youth and as beneficiary of such a similar project in my young days, I can attest that there is great value in it. It leads to prosperity.
Sabata Sesiu
Drama Department.
University of cape town