Recent robbery victims DINA are throwing a huge shindig on 20 April to thank the city for their continued support and fundraising efforts.
On 1 April, the city centre arts venue was broken in to and ransacked. There was a considerable amount of damage done to the frontage of the building and bar stock stolen.
In response to the crime, Miriam Schechter of The Cellar Theatre set up a campaign to raise funds to aid DINA in restoring the venue. The initiative raised over £1700 in just a week.
To express their gratitude to the people of Sheffield and everyone involved in the campaign, DINA will hold a massive Thank You bash on 20 April. There will be a variety of local bands and DJ’s providing tunes from 3pm-3am along with a special menu on offer for the occasion.
Venue Director Deborah Egan said: “When we heard from the police that we had been broken into, we were devastated. Being confronted with such mean acts of violence first thing on your day off isn’t the way anybody wants to start their week. However, they say that every cloud has a silver lining and the response that we have had to the crowdfunding campaign, created by our friend Miriam, has been by turns moving and exhilarating and it’s not just the money, it’s the positive comments people have made that actually make all the difference.”
Deborah added: “It’s a great example of the generosity and creativity that define Sheffield’s communities and not least the one that supports this venue. The response is symptomatic of the city’s real character and something we are proud to be a part of.”
The money raised will go towards improved security at the venue.
Keep an eye on the DINA facebook page for the line-up announcement.
facebook.com/DINAvenue
