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Party: Electrafrique Nairobi – June Edition, Jun. 22 2013 @ Tree House

njathika — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 08:15:27 +0000

Electrique DJs, Dj Cortega plus The Beat Parade Band are delighted to welcome all to another explosive edition of Electrafrique Nairobi @ Tree House – June Edition

Date: Saturday, 22nd June 2013
Venue: Tree House, Museum Hill, Westlands
Time: From 9pm – 5am
Entry: Ksh 500
Age: Strictly +21(Proof of Age required)

This Edition will feature Electrique DJs: B-dj, Dj Somi, Andrea with the incredible L.A as a special guest Dj and The Beat Parade Band Live composed of Dave on Lead Guitar, Jack The Sax Anduuru, Kevin Chagalla on Lead traditional Drums, Kaboge Chagalla on the Djembe, Ongeri Magati on Shakers

Mc of the Night is Hot 96′s Coco Rasta Ngori

What to expect

Electrafrique & Tree House reserve the right to entry.

Screening: I am Breathing, Jun. 21 2013 @ Kuona Trust

njathika — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:09:51 +0000

DOCUBOX in conjunction with Kuona Trust will be screening the film ‘I am breathing’ .
Date: June 21, 2013
Venue: Kuona Trust
Time: from 6.30pm

This moving film by Emma Davie & Morag McKinnon was inspired by the story of Neil Platt, who died aged 34, 14 months after being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND).Within a year, he went from being a healthy young father to becoming completely immobile from the neck down.

To find out more about the film, and the global screening event, visit the link here:

http://www.iambreathingfilm.com/

There will be a free welcome drink (wine/beer or juice) and after that a cash bar.

Exhibition: Stunning Portraits by Ermias Ekube, Jun. 18 – Jul. 6 2013 @ Talisman Restaurant

njathika — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:38:18 +0000

Dates: June 18 – July 6 2013
Venue: Talisman Restaurant
Location: Ngong Road, Karen

Sneak Peak of the portraits

All That Jazz Fest feat. Shumi, Change Kato & A. Rimbui, Jun. 27-28 2013 @ National Museum

njathika — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:16:17 +0000

Dates: June 27 & 28, 2013
Venue: National museum auditorium
Time: 8 pm
Entry: Kshs 2, 500

Guest artists: Moussa Diallo & Shumi & Kato Change

Kanga Stories Exhibition: The Cloth that Reveals, Jun. 13 – Jul. 13 2013 @ National Museum

njathika — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:54:39 +0000

Dates: Until July 13, 2013
Venue: National Museum
Time: 8.30am to 5.30 pm [Open daily]
Entry: museum rates apply

Discussion: Kenya’s Participation at the 2013 Venice Biennale, Jun. 20 2013 @ the NEST

njathika — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:35:36 +0000

Date: June 20, 2013
Venue: the Nest, Jabavu Maisonettes House No. 4
Location: Opposite Kilimani Police Station
Time: from 6 pm
Entry: free

Context
Kenya’s Chinese takeaway in Venice by Frank Whalley

Kenya’s delegation to Venice Biennale – Source venice biennale 2013 official website

Artists: Kivuthi Mbuno, Armando Tanzini, Chrispus Wangombe Wachira, Fan Bo, Luo Ling & Liu Ke, Lu Peng, Li Wei, He Weiming, Chen Wenling, Feng Zhengjie, César Meneghetti
Commissioner: Paola Poponi
Curators: Sandro Orlandi, Paola Poponi
Venue: Caserma Cornoldi, Castello 4142 and San Servolo island

For more information about this event please visit the Facebook event page

Concert: Reggae Bring Back Love, Jun. 22 2013 @ Sarakasi Dome

gianlucacrispi — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:57:52 +0000

Musical: Mambo – The African Man Dreams, Jun. 21/23 2013 @ JCC Parklands

gianlucacrispi — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:52:16 +0000

Mambo is a world re–knowned scientist & inventor whose inventions have transformed the world.

MAMBO’S journey back home allows him to rediscover that there is more to life…. That he can come to grips with the secret longing of his heart by developing intimacy with God, finds love and understands his role in society.

The African dreams…… the African man defends…provides……and leads….

Starring: Gowi Odera.
Co-stars: Sarah(Tanya), Jimmy Gait , Jason Runo ,Kawira
Music by: Rev Kathy & Nina Njoroge.
Director: Jinna Mutune (LEO THE MOVIE)
Executive Producers: Bishop Allan & Rev Kathy Kiuna & Tony Njenga

RED CARPET PREMIER NIGHT : 21st June 2013

Date: 21 June, 2013 – 23 June, 2013 Time: 6:00 PM – 11:55 PM
Location: JCC Parklands Along Forest Rd

Slum Film Festival 2013, Sept. 2-9 2013 @ Kibera and Mathare

gianlucacrispi — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:40:50 +0000

After two successful years, the Slum Film Festival is preparing its third edition, expanding its focus to slum stories from across the African continent. The third edition of the Festival will be celebrated in Nairobi on September 2 – 9 2013, in open grounds at both Kibera and Mathare (Nairobi’s biggest slums), as well as central cultural venues around the city.
We know that there are many causes that need our attention nowadays, but if you understand the immense power of arts and culture to help create a different world, please take 2 minutes of your time to watch the video and read more about the project here:

Slum Film Festival 2013 website

Kwani Sunday Saloon, Jun. 23 2013 @ the elephant [formerly Kifaru Gardens]

njathika — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:36:07 +0000

Date: June 23, 2013
Venue: the elephant, formerly Kifaru Gardens
Time: 3-9 pm
Entry: Free

Readings from: Nadifa Mohamed – UK, Adam Foulds – UK, Thabiso Mohare – South Africa, Billy Kahora – Kenya & Abdul Adan – Kenya

For more info. visit Kwani? website

Nai Ni Who Festival: Zone 11 – Kibera, Nairobi Dam, Ngei & Kenyatta Market, Jun 15-21 2013 @ Various Venues

njathika — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:30:32 +0000

Dates: Until June 21, 2013
Venue: Zone 11 encompassing Kibera, Nairobi Dam, Ngei & Kenyatta Market

Programme

For more info. visit:
http://www.nainiwho.co.ke/

Out of Town/Eldoret: 3rd European Film Festival, Jun. 21-23 2013 @ Alliance Francaise d’Eldoret

njathika — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:25:53 +0000

Date: June 21-23, 2013
Venue: Alliance Francaise d’Eldoret
Time: Friday 6 pm, Saturday & Sunday 1, 3 & 5 pm
Entrance: Free

Programme
Friday: 6 pm Late Bloomers
Saturday: 1 pm The Imposter, 3 pm Wrinkles & 5 pm L’Arbre
Sunday: 1 pm Sleep Tight, 3 pm The Dinner Club & 5 pm Searching for Sugar Man

Maia Von Lekow in Concert, Jun. 22 2013 @ Tamambo Village Market

njathika — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 11:10:27 +0000

Date: June 22, 2013
Venue: Tamambo Village Market
Time: from 8.30 pm
Entry: Kshs 500

Concert: Fete de la Musique [World Music Day], Jun. 21 2013 @ Alliance

njathika — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 10:22:51 +0000

Bizarre Bazaar Summer Craft Festival, Jun. 22-23 2013 @ Karura Forest

njathika — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 10:02:39 +0000

Dates: June 22-23 2013
Venue: Karura Forest
Entry: Adults Kshs 300, Under 18 Kshs 100
Contact: 0701 395 902

Thursday Nite Live Presents Kabon, Jun 20 2013 @ Choices

ugomatic — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:34:36 +0000

Nairobi Live Presents Atemi, Jun 20 2013 @ Tree House

ugomatic — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:32:56 +0000

(Re)discovering Nairobi, Jun 19 2013 @ Alliance Francaise

ugomatic — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:28:22 +0000

Apply for the National Youth Orchestra of Kenya, by June 17 2013

ugomatic — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:23:30 +0000

The National Youth Orchestra of Kenya invites new applications for cello and percussion players from young musicians aged 14 to 23. The preferred candidates must demonstrate commitment to ensemble music and leadership potential. Closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon on Monday 17^th June 2013. Selected Applicants may be called to audition at Peponi House Preparatory School(Farasi Lane, Off Lower Kabete Rd) in Nairobi on 22^nd June 2013 and may be admitted to KNYO on a trial basis in the next training course (8^th to 14^th July 2013). Previous applicants are allowed to re-apply if they had previously applied and auditioned before December 2012. Full details and application forms are available from info@artofmusic.co.ke and from marketing@artofmusic.co.ke. Tel: +254 728814703/ 722570111

An Evening of Afro Jazz with Ricky na Marafiki, Jun 18 2013 @ Phoenix Theatre

ugomatic — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:19:56 +0000

Cancer walk: Oloolua Nature trail, Jun. 22 2013 @ Karen

gianlucacrispi — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:32:24 +0000

Father’s Day: Brunch, Extended Happy Hour & Performance by Blues Band, Jun. 16 2013 @ Brew Bistro

njathika — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:11:48 +0000

Date: June 16, 2013
Venue: Brew Bistro and Lounge
Open from 11 am

50th Anniversary Concert, Jun. 14 2013 @ Louis Leakey Auditorium

njathika — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 13:40:07 +0000

Date & time: 14th June 2013, 7.30 pm
Venue: Louis Leakey Auditorium, Nairobi National Museum
Entrance: Free

Performances by: Sven Kacirek, Stefan Schneider, Bungo & Birds, Hauschka, Ayub Ogada, Lydia Ogoti and Mukunguni

For more info visit

Masquarade Party: Jun. 14 2013 @ Skylux

gianlucacrispi — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 08:22:02 +0000

Writing Workshop by Kwani Trust, Granta & British Council, Jun. 19-21 2013 @ British Council Kenya

njathika — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 06:56:07 +0000

BC Nairobi will host a literary week and fiction writers workshop

Dates: June 19, 2013 to June 23, 2013
Venue: BC Nairobi
For more info visit: Kwani?

Kwani Trust and British Council Kenya will collaborate with Granta UK to host a week of literary events in Nairobi between 19th-23rd June 2013. The joint literary programming week will include a launch of the latest Granta issue, ‘Best of Young British Novelists 4’; a three-day fiction-writing workshop; a lecture by the visiting writers from Granta, UK-based Somali Writer, Nadifa Mohamed and British Writer Adam Foulds, at Daystar University; and a 2013 elections evening symposium based on related work by Kwani Trust.

15 selected emerging Kenyan writers will join visiting writers from Uganda, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Malawi and Nigeria for the workshop and other literary events.

Regional British Council offices have partnered with literary organisations from South Africa, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Nigeria and Uganda to select a writer from each of the countries to attend the fiction workshop, along with a corresponding Literature Programmers’ workshop with participants from the countries above.

Nadifa Mohamed in Conversation + Kenyan Writers & the 2013 Elections, Jun. 21 2013 @ National Museum

njathika — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 06:47:20 +0000

Kwani Trust in partnership with the Nairobi Forum will be hosting an evening of writers on 21 June 2013 at Nairobi National Museum.

Date: Friday 21 June 2013
Venue: Louis Leakey Auditorium, Nairobi National Museum
Time: 5 – 8 pm
Entry: Prior reservation

About Nadifa Mohamed
Nadifa Mohamed, the Somali-British author, will be speaking about her writing and her Somali homeland. Born in Hargeisa and raised in South London, Nadifa’s first novel, Black Mamba Boy(2010), was inspired by the life of her father who was forced to leave Somalia and set out on an odyssey that took him to the UK. Identified by Granta as one of the best of young British novelists, Nadifa’s novel was described by one reviewer as a book of elegance and beauty. It won the Betty Trask Award and was shortlisted for numerous other prizes. Nadifa’s new novel, The Orchard of Lost Souls, will be published in August 2013. It describes the fall of the Somali state through the lives of three women.

During the same evening, a panel of writers, bloggers, photographers and poets will also discuss their work on the recently concluded 2013 Kenyan general elections.

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Out of Town: 4th European Film Festival, Jun. 14-16 2013 @ Alliance Francaise de Kisumu

njathika — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 06:32:53 +0000

Dates: June 14-16, 2013
Venue: Alliance Francaise de Kisumu
Location: Milimani Branch. Near CICT, behind Kisumu Law Courts
Entry: Free

Participating Countries
Germany, France, Netherlands, Slovak Republic, Sweden, Switzerland & UK

Programme
Friday 14: 3 pm – Late Bloomers, 5 pm – L’Arbre
Saturday 15: 1 pm – The Imposter, 3 pm – Easy Money & 5 pm – Love
Sunday 16: 1 pm – The Dinner Club, 3 pm – Berlin Calling & 5 pm – Searching for Sugar Man

Exhibition: King Dodge & the Ngecha artists, Until 30 2013 @ National Museum

njathika — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 11:19:26 +0000

Date: Until June 30, 2013
Venue: Creative Insight, National Museum
Entry: Museum rates apply

Concert: Nairobi Live ft. Aaron Rimbui, Jun. 13 2013 @ Tree House

njathika — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 11:16:06 +0000

Date: June 13, 2013
Venue: Tree House, Museum Hill
Time: 8.30 to 11 pm
Entry: Free

Exhibition: From the Roadside to the Art Galleries by Lake Basin Arts Group, Until Jul. 15 2013 @ National Museum

njathika — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 11:10:42 +0000

Dates: Until July 15, 2013
Venue: Creativity Gallery, National Museum
Entry: museum rates apply

String Quartet Charity Concert: ‘Un Cavaliere’ E Tre Italiani, Jun. 19 2013 @ Michael Joseph Centre

njathika — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 10:08:44 +0000

Date: June 19, 2013
Venue: Michael Joseph Centre, Safaricom House
Time: 6.30 for 7 pm
Entry: Free

UN CAVALIERE” E TRE ITALIANI * – To mark the bicentenary of Giuseppe Verdi’s birth

Programme
F.J.Haydn – Quartetto Op.74 n.3 in Sol Minore “Reiterquartett”
Allegro
Largo assai
Menuet – Allegro
Finale – Allegro con brio

G.Verdi – Quartetto in Mi Minore
Allegro
Andantino
Prestissimo
Scherzo Fuga – Allegro assai mosso

N.Rota – Fantasia on themes from the films:
• Romeo e Giulietta (Romeo and Juliet)
• Amarcord
• Il Padrino (The Godfather)
• Otto e mezzo (8 ½)
• Il Gattopardo (The Leopard)
(String quartet version by Francesco Zorzini & Marco Nason)

E.Morricone – Fantasia on themes from the films:
• The Mission
• Giù la Testa (A fistful of Dynamite)
• La leggenda del pianista sull’oceano (The Legend of 1900)
• C’era una volta il west (Once upon a time in the West)
• Per un pugno di dollari (A Fistful of Dollars)
• Il buono, il brutto e il cattivo (The Good the Bad and the Ugly)
(String quartet version by Francesco Zorzini & Marco Nason)

Madaraka Concert: Celebrating 50 Yrs of Independence, Jun. 15 & 16 2013 @ Braeburn Theatre – Gitanga Road

njathika — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 09:48:21 +0000

Play: Kidnap Game, Until Jun. 22 2013 @ Professional Centre – Parliament Road

njathika — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 09:23:58 +0000

Phoenix Players Present Kidnap Game
Directed by Likarion Wainaina

Dates: Until June 22, 2013
Venue: Phoenix Players, Professional Centre – Parliament Road
Tickets: Kshs 500

SYNOPSIS
Paul Kendon is a highly successful businessman, international arms dealer, and head of a large corporation. His world is turned upside-down, however, when he receives a telephone call from a man claiming to have kidnapped his daughter, Sarah…

Creatives Garage: Portfolio Review, Jun. 14 2013 @ Pawa254 Hub

njathika — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 09:10:01 +0000

Date: June 14, 2013
Venue: Pawa254 Hub
Time: 5.30 to 8 pm
Entry: Free

This month’s focus: creative platforms and their impact in the creative industry.

Up Live part II – The other side of the tracks, Jun. 29 2013 @ Nairobi Railway Museum

gianlucacrispi — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 07:58:36 +0000

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Thursday Night Live Presents Jason Corder, Jun 13 2013 @ Choices

ugomatic — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 16:10:19 +0000

Nai ni Who? Zone 10 Events, Jun. 7-14 2013 @ Various Venues Around Kilimani

njathika — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 15:33:19 +0000

Dates: June 7-14, 2013
Venue: Zone 10 [around Kilimani]

Look out for
Street Party on Likoni lane opposite Kuona Trust
Date: June 7, 2013
Time: 1-4 pm
Special performances by: Yunasi and Somali musicians.

Download nai ni who zone10 brochure [schedule of events in pdf].

Tales & Stories Vol. II, Jun. 16 2013 @ Alliance

njathika — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 15:23:07 +0000

For more info visit:
http://www.artsandoak.yolasite.com/

Exhibitions: Architectures, Until June 30 2013 @ Alliance

njathika — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 15:17:28 +0000

Three exhibitions about ‘ARCHITECTURES’ at Alliance this month;

- NYROBI in Picture [birth & growth of Nairobi]
- Architecture=durable [10 architects, 10 projects in Ile-de-France]
- People Building Better Cities [challenges of inclusive urbanization]

Screening: Israeli Film Festival, Jun. 11-15 2013 @ Alliance

njathika — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 13:10:29 +0000

Dates: June 11-15, 2013
Venue: Alliance Francaise
Time: 5.30 pm and 7.30 pm
Entry: Free

Programme
June 11, 2013: 5.30 pm – Metallic Blues, 7.30 pm – The Matchmaker
June 12, 2013: 5.30 pm – Campfire, 7.30 pm – The Human Resource Manager
June 13, 2013: 5.30 pm – Frozen Days, 7.30 pm – Mabul (the Flood)
June 14, 2013: 5.30 pm – Five hours from Paris, 7.30 pm – Footnote
June 15, 2013: 4.00 pm – Turn left at the end of the World, 7.30 pm – Restoration