If You're In London...

A celebration to mark the conclusion of a year long project between young writers from London and Kuala Lumpur. From Here to Malaysia presents a unique series of introductory events, ending with performances from participants in July. 18th June, 8pm: From Here to Malaysia: Live Shorts *fundraising event Honour. Inheritance. Rebellion. Memory. An eclectic mix of theatre, storytelling, stand-up and tango. Soho Theatre, (£5) ______________________________________________________ 28th June, 4pm: From Here To Malaysia Film Night *fundraising event The best of British & Malay cinema at The Roxy. This is England. Shane Meadows semi autobiographical portrait of a young boy growing up in England in the 80's. Best British Film (BAFTA) Malaysian Shorts Pintu by Akashdeep Singh One fateful day, two brothers find themselves at ends with each other. Both want their way with something. In their preoccupation with their own needs, they are suddenly confronted with the question of mortality. Where is mother? And why won't she answer the door? Majidee by Azharr Rudin Majidee transforms the banal and commonplace into something elusive and enigmatic.The film is a great example of the dynamism of short film, how it can penetrate the subtleties of humanity. The Roxy Bar & Screen, London Bridge, Borough High Street "Voted one of the best five cinemas in London - Time Out " £8.50 with light refreshments. (tickets booked with Soho Theatre box office) ______________________________________________________ 25th/26th July, 7pm: From Here to Malaysia: Final Cut. Opening a new box, beginning a new story... A culmination of twelve months creativity, ending in a week long cultural exchange in London; From Here to Malaysia is two evenings of intercultural, collaborative theatre that will inspire and engage. Inspired by their immediate environments and boxes of treasure exchanged by participants in Kuala Lumpur and London, Young Artists come together to showcase new, challenging theatre. Soho Theatre, (£5) From Here to Malaysia is a year-long international arts project that aims to encourage the growth of emerging artists and is presented by Soho Theatre in association with Dram Projects, Cloudbreak, York Theatre Royal and Pilot Theatre.

A quick update on what the group from Soho Theatre in London are up to. So if you're in London, do swing by and support!