FUNDRAISING FOR THE KIDS OF ANJALI

Many of you already know that I'm teaching the kids drama and putting on a play at the NGO I'm volunteering at, Anjali in Siem Reap. We're only a week away from performing and there’s still so much to do which is why I need your help. The kids have been rehearsing daily and trying very hard at perfecting their pronunciation of difficult words like 'humiliate' and 'graduating'. There are many challenges and obstacles but when I see the effort and dedication these 14 and 15 year old's have, it makes it all worth it.

The kids at Anjali are so full of life, I sometimes forget they are former street kids who had no access to education prior to Angali; however lately as I have been trying to organize wardrobe for the play, I'm reminded where these kids have come from. When I asked the kids to bring in their own clothes from home, many turned up with just one or two t-shirts and one pair of pants. I want the kids to have the experience of putting on a real production with wardrobe, props and a wrap party at the end of it all.

My goal is to raise $400US and anything above that would go towards educational items for the kids at Anjali. $10 will provide one kid with a 3 course meal at Butterflies Garden (www.butterfliesofangkor.com) where we are performing. There are 26 cast members.

Below are some pictures of the kids of Anjali and rehearsals. Enjoy and thanks in advance for giving:)

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My leading lady, Chanroat


Sokuam and Chy


Sokuam plays around with a wig during weekend rehearsals

Taking a break during rehearsals

Me and Chompa - she's one of the musicians in the play


I didn't know the kids were recording - they love playing with my camera


The kids learn the lyrics to 'Can't take my eyes off of you' which they'll be singing in the play


Vireck shows off his dancing moves


Rehearsing on the rooftop at Globalteer


My amazing assistant director/khmer teacher stepping in for the part of Vesna during rehearsals


Practicing their dance moves to 'Can't take my eyes off of you'


Boys walk on stage to practice their dance