Chirya Ghar

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A few highlights of theatre play 'Chira Ghar'

We recently got chance to host talented bunch from @theatre.wallay, performed an urdu play 'chirya ghar' at @iospacepk.

It was directed by Usama Ahmed Khan.

Chirya Ghar is an adaptation of 'The Zoo Story' by Edward Albee.

The Zoo Story is an American play that was shunned by New York producers. The first ever performance of the play was held in Germany in 1959. Later, it was performed in New York (Off Broadway) and continued to be performed for 17 months.

The HLF Mela

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The evening of 24th September was jeweled with the collaboration between HLF foundation and Cafe Sol It was arranged for the purpose of fundraising. Different stalls were set up by the team members that included canvas painting, sky lanterns, and food stalls. Moreover, the event was full of jamming sessions with our singers, making it a time to remember for everyone who came.
With the help of all of you guys, we were able to raise funds for our children to improve their living conditions. . In the future, we look forward to more such events, combining the elements of recreation with a cause to benefit people at disadvantage.

Daalmash!!

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Our one of the earliest community member Abiola (@abiola.mr) , who has not only been a breeze of fresh air through his amazing performance and participation at multiple events but his bright personality has always brought out the best in people , he recently launched his debut music video 'Daalmash' at@iospacepk.People from music industry and emerging artists attended this event.

Thanks everyone for being part of it and hope you people had a blast ❤️

We are so proud of you Abi !!

We All Are Just Freezing Moments Here !!!

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In our recent photography all of our club members grabbed a partner and went to different streets near the cafe . They all captured what they resonated with some decided to capture the neighbour’s sunflower , some decided to snap a kitten in search of food ,some ended up taking portraits of their partners for their instagram feed because why not?

Sign up now !!!

Who's Got Popcorn?

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Join us in our weekly film clubs where we all sit together and watch short films by our local film makers or other films highlighting significant events !! All of the screenings are followed by a healthy discussion and exchange of views.

So if you think you have a good movie taste or want to screen a movie of your own sign up today !!

Also if you bring the popcorn we will bring some nice coffee !!!

iO's Art Exhibition

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As you all know Cafe sol and io The Space is all about supporting the local artists.

We were ecstatic to see all of the artists presenting their art on which they have spent so much time at our space for the exhibition. Every artist had a different style a unique perspective.

Thankyou so much to all of the Artists who participated and enchanting our space with their art.

Also to the people who came to support our artists !!

Climate Kahani at Sol !!

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We recently collaborated with Climate Kahani for a screening of their first climate story “Natari”.

The film offers an insight into the urgent issue of climate migration. Natari, literally, anchor in the Sindhi language, is set in Kharo Chan Island in the shrinking and sinking Indus Delta.

Followed by a Q&A session with filmmakers Jawad Sharif and Haroon Riaz.

We hope that the individuals who came were able to experience all that visual storytelling has to offer.

Sol Literary Festival 2021

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We were so happy to invite all local writers and passionate book readers to Sol Literary Festival this Sunday.

Thanks to all of the people who participated in open dialogues on pressing social political and economic issues. Met local authors, and browsed through our collection of locally produced literary work and bought some of them as well.

Shout out to our collaborating partners for Sol Literary Festival '21

Publishing houses: @foliobookslahore & @mydaastan

Thank you for helping people tell their stories.

The Program List for Sol Literary Festival was

Social Reform and Non-Violent Movement of the Pukhtuns: Bacha Khan's Autobiography - with Shandana Khan and Noor Sheikh


"The Tears I Failed to Show" - A discussion on mental health in literature and media with Hamza Nadeem and Dr Faraz Talat

'Remembering Our Heroes' - with Dr Shaheena Ayub Bhatti and Mr Syed Ommer Amer.

Writers' Workshop: Creating Fun Characters & Compelling Poems A moderated session on creative writing, open to all ages.

Poetry of Transformation and 'Coming of Age' Literature - with Noor Sheikh, Ozma Mushtaque, and Alyan Khan.

"Mr Prime Minister? Are you, like, okay?" - Open dialogue on Imran Khan's recent statements on women, and the growing public backlash.

The ‘Earth’ Without ‘Art’ Is Just ‘Eh.’

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This weekend we had a special art club session where we just painted our hearts out and had productive yet mood lighting conversation about our previous week.

As Natalie Rogers said

“Expressive art therapy integrates all of the arts in a safe, non-judgmental setting to facilitate personal growth and healing. To use the arts expressively means going into our inner realms to discover feelings and to express them through visual art, movement, sound, writing or drama. This process fosters release, self-understanding, insight and awakens creativity and transpersonal states of consciousness.”

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Rebel Club !!!!!!

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Highlights from the recent gig that took place at io

Rebel Club is a Rock band hailing from Rawalpindi that aims to develop individuals through aggressive rock music and spark a youth led rebellion against systematic oppression and disenfranchisement of the youth of the subcontinent.

Majority of the socio-political problems we face can be traced back to the British Raj of India. The solution, we believe is to empower the youth and make them aware of these realities so they can start speaking up and taking a firm stand against those still caught in the post colonial hangover.