Zarganar is the most famous artist of Burma, and a former political prisoner.
5 May 2010 01:21
The event was the first one as an European event for a non-political Burmese individual.
Together Burmese in exile in London and European coming from overseas (Italy, Belgium, France... and UK) chanted "Free Zarganar NOW" on Trafalgar Square, after performing an umbrella dance.
It made also possible for different groups coming from different countries and issues to meet together and share about Freedoms in Myanmar.
Diaporama Euro event in London 2010/05/03
Coming soon : videos and media coverage.
Index on Censorship/IFEX 2010.04.29 Supported by Index on Censorship, campaigners from across the UK and abroad are to converge on London's Trafalgar Square on 3 May in support of Zarganar, Burma's most famous comedian turned prisoner of conscience....
The Free Zarganar Campaign coalition will be holding a colourful afternoon in London's Trafalgar Square to call for his immediate release
World Press Freedom Day
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2nd Cyclone Nargis anniversary
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a european support demonstration at Trafalgar Square
The Free Zarganar campaign mobilizes NGOs and citizens from several European countries to support the struggle for freedom of speech in Burma.
When ? 3 May, World Day of Freedom of Expression. 2 p.m.
Where ? Trafalgar Square (London).
Who ? Several organisations and private citizens from Europe (Italy, France, Belgium ...) and burmese community in exile, in order to demonstrate support and solidarity to Zarganar and to freedom of expression in Burma. Colorful national flags umbrellas will highlight this « Euro-event ».
What ? a Burmese spectacle combining theater dance, music and comedy, given by the Burmese community in exile. Remember that Zarganar contributed to the revival of the "anyeint" style among the younger generation.
Download the Press release Event_2010May3_pressrelease_english.pdf
Download the Press Kit Burma_2010May3_kit_english.pdf
With the support of Burma Campaign UK