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Dreamcast Theatre is a place where
artists of every discipline give free rein
to their creativity.
Qeto believes there is a need for
expression and that’s exactly what
Dreamcast does from the art hub
in Honiara he now works in.
“It’s there for everyone, whoever
comes in, with whatever it is as soon as you enter the gate
we made a policy that you’re
part of Dreamcast.”
Qeto describes Dreamcast
as a safe space for young and
creative people and develops
skills across multiple creative
disciplines, including performance,
photography, film-making, poetry
and writing.
Theatre shows are produced and
places are sourced for everyone.
For those who can’t be in front
of the camera, there are always
background supporting roles.
This has led to gigs with private
companies hiring to make films
and photography, including work
in the provinces.
“We’re working on all sorts of
income-generating activities
right now,” says Qeto, “and most
of the volunteers that have come
through have gained recognition
for their work”.
“It is very important that
everybody feels a sense of
our purpose and many people,
whenever they come in, just
want to remain at the hub and
get involved.”
With a growth in the creative
industry, Dreamcast has identified
the need to widen its teaching
ability and provide structured
workshops for its community.
Volunteer Service Abroad has
played a role in that vision,
partnering with Dreamcast in
2019 and recruiting volunteer
Ayesha Evans to share her
experience in performance
and movement.
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