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Fri 14 Aug
Donald WG Lindsay & Alasdair Roberts | Auditorium
20:00 - 22:00
Doors Open 17:00
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Fri 14 Aug
Donald WG Lindsay & Alasdair Roberts | Auditorium
20:00 - 22:00
Doors Open 17:00
Written by Neil Gore Directed by Louise Townsend
Starring Medhavi Patel and Neil Gore
We Are The Lions, Mr. Manager! is the remarkable story of Jayaben Desai, the inspirational leader of the 1976-78 Grunwick Film Processing Factory Strike and was recently included in BBC Radio 4’s Women’s Hour Power List as one of the women who’ve had the biggest impact on women’s lives over the past seventy years.
She brought the issue of workplace exploitation and racism to the fore and not only stood up for workers’ rights and against oppression with selfless dedication but, with her steadfast resolve, she turned the Grunwick dispute into a national movement for human rights and dignity, inspiring future generations.
“What you are running here is not a factory, it is a zoo. But in a zoo there are many types of animals. Some are monkeys who dance on your finger-tips, others are lions who can bite your head off. WE ARE THE LIONS, MR MANAGER!”
Neil Gore, the writer of this important new play, says “we aim to focus on the lives and contributions of inspirational and vital figures from our social history, often forgotten, who campaigned vigorously to improve the quality of life for everyone. Jayaben Desai is one such figure.”
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Perthshire is so lucky to benefit from such an amazing community, arts and performance venue. I have so many great memories of attending various performances and parties at Birnam Arts! Hoping to attend many more to come! Birnam Arts has a place in many peoples hearts and is an essential community resource.
Sarah Brown | Crowdfunder #savebirnamarts 2020
Welcome to Birnam Arts, a boutique multi-purpose arts, conferencing and entertainment venue.
Pop in to the Foyer Cafe for breakfast, grab a delicious coffee with a selection of our homemade baking or enjoy a light lunch whilst browsing on the free WiFi. Wander upstairs to view the latest of our monthly art exhibitions before visiting the world of Beatrix Potter, or the Gift Shop to purchase a special gift for your loved ones or yourself!
I have played at Birnam Arts as part of Blow and Blast for a number of years and never cease to be amazed by how many activities take place there - too valuable to lose!
Kenneth MacKenzie | Crowdfunder #savebirnamarts 2020
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Such lovely memories of coming to Birnam as a wee one, visiting the garden and the exhibition then exploring the woods that inspired Beatrix Potter.
Graham Webster | Crowdfunder #savebirnamarts 2020
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