Little Amal, the beloved 12-foot puppet has been walking across the country to raise awareness about the global refugee crisis and now she’s coming to San Diego! Join Imagine theatre company for a special free event—Amal & Sueños, ”Hopes” in Arabic and “Dreams” in Spanish—led by artists and organizations who identify with Amal’s story of displacement. Developed by Imagine in partnership with Monarch School, Voices of Our City Choir, Majdal Center, and the Chicano Park Steering Committee, this immersive, multicultural performance event will bring Amal through a dream world—manifesting her hopes and dreams, as well as those of children of all ages. Over the course of an hour, audiences will encounter short pop-up performances throughout Chicano Park representing a montage of music, magic, and memories; a joyful experience of community connection and radical belonging.
Audiences are invited to arrive in pajamas, with accessories that light-up and/or glow. Make signs that share your hopes and dreams for the world, and bring them to the event. Come ready to sing and move!
Saturday, November 4, 2023
12:00 pm-4:30 pm: Refugee Vendors Market
5:00 pm-6:00 pm: Amal’s Journey performance
Chicano Park in Barrio Logan
Event begins at intersection of National Avenue at Dewey Street
