Creative Activism Workshop Led by Chris Wangro at The Local in Saugerties
Hey, so there’s this free event called 'Make It Matter: A Creative Activism Workshop' happening on September 13 at 1 p.m. at The Local in Saugerties, New York. Chris Wangro, a well-known producer with a background in cultural and political projects, is leading it. He’s worked with artists from all walks of life—like writers, musicians, dancers, and more—who want to use their talents for social good. Wangro has an interesting history, having been a ringmaster for a Brecht-influenced circus and collaborating with big names like the Dalai Lama and Dolly Parton on global issues like climate change and reproductive rights. The Local is a cool venue set up in an old chapel by Isabel Soffer and Danny Melnick, aiming to boost the arts scene in the Hudson Valley. Just remember to RSVP on dice.fm if you want to join!
Key facts
- Workshop: 'Make It Matter: A Creative Activism Workshop'
- Date and time: September 13 at 1 p.m.
- Location: The Local in Saugerties, N.Y.
- Led by Chris Wangro, former ringmaster of a Brechtian circus and producer of cultural and political events
- Open to artists, actors, musicians, writers, copywriters, painters, poets, potters, dancers, designers, activists, and others
- Wangro has worked with the Dalai Lama and Dolly Parton on events addressing reproductive rights, AIDS, climate crisis, immigrant rights, and education
- Wangro co-founded The Imagine Fest, the largest political arts festival in U.S. history
- The Local is a nonprofit venue founded by Isabel Soffer and Danny Melnick, housed in an 1870s Dutch chapel
- RSVP required via dice.fm
Entities
Artists
- Chris Wangro
- Dalai Lama
- Dolly Parton
- Isabel Soffer
- Danny Melnick
Institutions
- The Local
- The Imagine Fest
- PRINT Magazine
Locations
- Saugerties
- New York
- Hudson Valley
- United States