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Letters of Hope: the impact of war and dictatorship on the children of Ukraine and Belarus

Belarus Free Theatre

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Cate Blanchett moderates this vital panel discussion with Belarus Free Theatre on the impact of war and dictatorship on the children of Ukraine and Belarus. 

The stage and screen luminary and long-standing friend and supporter of the company, Cate Blanchett, joins guest speakers Oksana Lebedeva (founder of Gen.Ukrainian), Helena Niedźwiecka (founder of the Belarusian Solidarity Centre) and Natalia Kaliada MBE (co-founding Artistic Director of Belarus Free Theatre). 

All proceeds from the event will be shared equally between the three charities: Gen.Ukrainian Foundation, the Belarusian Solidarity Centre and Belarus Free Theatre

This event marks Belarus Free Theatre's return to our stage with the world premiere of King Stakh's Wild Hunt, a story rooted in the history of Belarus with blazing contemporary relevance for Europe today.

Running time: 1 hour

Age guidance: 16+ (discussions relating to war and dictatorship)

The conversation will be in held in English, Ukrainian, Belarusian and Russian. An interpreter will be present.

Theatre

Location
The Barbican Theatre is located within the main Barbican building. Head to Level G and follow the signs to find your seating level. 

Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.