FOH Cuba 2016 - Fábrica de Arte Cubano (F.A.C.)

[Ethernut]

Fabrica has to be, one of the most unique places I've been in a while. An Art oasis in the midst of the crumbling nostalgic charm of Havana. Fabrica is nestled in an old Factory (Fabrica) and with the addition of Shipping Containers has become, an Art Museum, Concert Hall, Bar (5 or 6 of them), Dance Club, and all around place to hang. We were allowed into the VIP Section which provided us an open-air section nestled between shipping containers, waitress service (to keep the drinks flowing) and of course, a smoking section.  Fabrica was refreshingly raw as we wondered within its belly. In many places where, we'd be "nannied" in the US with a "do not enter" sign due to stairs too steep or areas easy to fall from, it was no so here. We were free to roam the space which felt as confusing as a WWII era battleship and experience the factory of art in the most raw and organic way possible. 

..by all means, add your photos if you have 'em

Some of the art -

 

 

The piece below, as it's hard to see was a roll of men hand carved from wood as if to say, the men of Cuba are an assembly line of labor.. 

 

 

...a few of the good FOH blokes enjoying the open air VIP Area and views thereof -

 

 

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[stogieluver]

Great photos.  Thanks for sharing.

[Bartolomeo]

Very cool and unique place, a definite must see if ever in Habana

[Habana Mike]

At first I'm thinking, this in Cuba? And then of course, some of the most artistic, talented, creative and passionate people anywhere!

[Ethernut]

2 minutes ago, Habana Mike said:

At first I'm thinking, this in Cuba? And then of course, some of the most artistic, talented, creative and passionate people anywhere!

Absolutely incredible Mike.  I felt like at times they were more tuned to art than we are. 

[Cohiba007]

Really cool interesting place-club. With a cafe at the way back of the place. I had a late night Cuban sandwich there.

[Ethernut]

1 hour ago, Cohiba007 said:

Really cool interesting place-club. With a cafe at the way back of the place. I had a late night Cuban sandwich there.

 

Great pics! Thanks!

[Puros Y Vino]

Fantastic!  I've heard so much about this place. Thanks for the pictures.

[Ethernut]

A little more Art for those so inclined.. (Courtesy of @jacketfan...aka my old man)

 

 

 

...also good FOH blokes (and sheilas). That's me in the white Guayabera Shirt (I think I'm about 2-3 Gin & Tonics in at that point thanks to Glen) -

 

[Habana Mike]

One awesome thing about it is it's relatively inexpensive, to the point even some number of Cubans can enjoy it, at least those with a sideline or two. Couple CUC entry, 2-3CUC drinks.

Fantastic experience. Nightclub, art gallery, music venue, anything and everything!

[El Presidente]

The restaurant next door is brilliant. Head there for a meal (tapas) on the roof deck, smoke a cigar and then head into Fabrica.  

[Ethernut]

6 hours ago, El Presidente said:

The restaurant next door is brilliant. Head there for a meal (tapas) on the roof deck, smoke a cigar and then head into Fabrica.  

2018 FOH Havana event Rob? ?