<div>This year, Can Samba turns 10.
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<div>For a decade we've filled the streets with rhythm, built extraordinary costumes by hand, trained musicians and dancers, and created space for people of all backgrounds to step into confidence, power and joy.
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<div>We are not just a Samba band.
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<div>We are a community.
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<div>We are a movement of celebration, resistance and belonging.
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<div>Over the past year, we've faced significant changes. We lost our long-term making studio and rehearsal space due to circumstances beyond our control. Like many arts organisations, we've also felt the impact of shrinking council budgets, increased costs and reduced bookings.
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<div>But Carnival teaches resilience. When the road shifts, we build a new one.
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<div>We have secured a new studio — and the work of making it a home is well underway. Walls are up, materials are being unpacked, and the space is slowly coming alive with the colour and craft that define everything we do. It's a place where we can design, produce, teach and grow.
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<div>In this next chapter we are launching:
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<div>A beginners' intake programme
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<div>Band leader development
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<div>New Pride butterflies and giant dancing skulls
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<div>Bold new work for our 10th anniversary year
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<div>For ten years we have paid our musicians and performers — because art is work, and community should never rely on unpaid labour. We are proud of that commitment, and we intend to continue it.
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<div>What we need
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<div>We are raising funds to cover six months of studio costs — including rent and the deposit we needed to secure the space in the first place. Three months stabilises us. Six months gives us the breathing room to grow, to create, and to properly launch everything we've been building toward.
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<div>We'll be honest: this build has taken everything. Between setting up the new studio from scratch, managing the full weight of running a ten-year-old organisation, and navigating the physical setbacks that come with being only human, we are tired. Reaching six months' funding isn't just about finances — it's about being able to exhale, and do this work with the care and energy it deserves.
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<div>Anything over our target will go toward:
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<div>Costume production for our 10th anniversary
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<div>Installing skylights to bring light into our studio space
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<div>Your support will:
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<div>Secure our creative home
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<div>Protect paid opportunities for artists
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<div>Remove immediate financial pressure
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<div>Allow us to focus on delivering powerful, accessible Carnival
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<div>We know these are challenging times, and many causes are asking for support. We don't take that lightly. If you're able to contribute, we are deeply grateful. Sharing this page or cheering us on is just as impactful.
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<div>Carnival has always been built on people power. If you've ever danced with us, supported us, or believe in inclusive, accessible arts — this is your moment to help shape the next decade.
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<div>Let's not just survive.
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<div>Let's rise.
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<div>With rhythm and gratitude,
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<div>Can Samba ❤️
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<div>Follow our YouTube channel to see ten years of Carnival magic: <a href="https://youtu.be/0IEdfltT48Q" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://youtu.be/0IEdfltT48Q</a>
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