Colombiage was inspired by the need to show the other face of Colombia and what a better way to do it than through its vibrant arts scene.
Our goal is to “become the leading platform for the promotion of contemporary Colombian arts and culture in Europe, giving Colombia’s artistic talent a meaningful voice on the international stage while forging a strong cultural identity for Colombians living outside their country.
The festival was conceived as “collage” of talent, art forms and audiences; an alternative space for stimulating dialogues between Colombia and the UK, a space that would inspire new types of collaboration, encounters and discoveries.
The unquestionable success of the first two editions of Colombiage not only ascertained that audiences around the world were ready to learn something new about a culture that has long-been associated with negative stereotypes but it also confirmed our deep-rooted belief that Colombia has the potential to become a major cultural force on the international stage.
This is why every year we are committed to developing a programme of outstanding music, film, literature and more, celebrating the richness and diversity of Colombian culture today.
Here we have Colombia – a country going through what is arguably one of the most exciting times in the history of its arts scene – and England, a country that is proudly and forever embracing diversity.
Colombiage looks to bring these two cultures together through a sustainable platform of intercultural exchange, which gives London audiences a new point of reference for Colombia and Colombians living in London an opportunity to reconnect with their country’s culture.
We invite you to take a glimpse at some of the work we have achieved over the past two years and join us in celebrating and promoting a culture that has a lot to offer
the rest of the world.
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