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National Refugee Week marks the 50th anniversary of the United Nations Convention of Refugees. During the week a whole range of events highlighting the cultural contribution that refugees and asylum seekers make to life in this country will be taking place. Artists in Exile is a collective of professional, trans-national artists living in London. Events will include: a newly created theatrical piece devised and performed by the company; Visual art and installations by world-renowned sculptors, photographers, painters and multimedia artists; An explosion of musical fusions and traditions from its talented musicians and composers; Readings and poetry; A complete programme of films and video screenings by and about refugees; Workshops for and by local refugee groups and professional artists. For more information please contact Teri Sayers (Artists in Exile) on 020 8237 1115 or Helen Rowe (Riverside Studios) on 020 8237 1030.

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Company: Artists in Exile