The Findlay and Northwest Ohio public is invited to attend a special screening of the 45-minute, award-winning documentary, "Activismo: Art and Dissidence in Cuba," on Wednesday, Aug. 14, at Alexandria' 's, 132 E. Crawford St., in Findlay. Organized by co-directors/producers Philip Sugden and Carole Elchert, the film features Cuban artists who use art as a form of activism and civic engagement for social change in Cuba.
Doors open at 5 p.m., so attendees may enjoy appetizers provided by Alexandria's and meet the directors and production team. The screening begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by a Q&A and an opportunity to mingle and discuss the film. A cash bar is available throughout the evening.
The event is limited to 200 seats. Attendees must RSVP online by July 31 at https://www.floatingtempleproductions.com/public-screening.
"Activismo: Art and Dissidence in Cuba" features interviews and the artwork of prominent Cuban artist-activists. Initiated in 2016 by Elchert and Sugden, the project highlights how these artists use public performances to promote social and political change despite the significant risks and repressive policies of the Cuban regime. The production team also included visual storyteller and video editor Jason Baker, as well as Toledo-based Grammy nominee Tim Story, who composed a soundtrack inspired by Cuba—the music created to complement the artists' ideas.
The public screening of this documentary is free, but registration is required. For more information, contact Tamera Rooney at art@tamerarooney.com or 419-722-7810 or Carole Elchert at 567-208-3127.
