Nigeria Hosts Global Confab on Theatre, Criticism and Politics
The Executive Committee of the International Association of Theatre Critics (IATC), UNESCO’s statute B global partner in theatre criticism, holds its first ever-official event on the African continent during the Lagos Theatre festival from March 1-5th 2017. The special International Theatre Critics Conference will deliberate…
IATC Hosts Seminar for Young Critics at the Lagos Theatre Festival 2017
The 2017 edition of Lagos Theatre Festival is partnering with the International Association of Theatre Critics (IATC) to host a seminar for young critics working on the continent. The seminar will hold March 1-5 at the National Theatre during the Theatre Festival, organized by the…
Fura De Nono. The Holy Grill of Northern’s Delight
Fura de Nono translates to ground millet balls and milk respectively in Hausa. It is a staple dish very popular in the northern part of Nigeria usually taken as lunch. It is a delicious and refreshing beverage that evolved empirically some centuries ago by allowing…
Ancient Architecture: The Ancient Central Mosque of Zazzau Emirate, Built in 1837
The historical prominence of Hausa Land evokes our sense of wonder, so also does its Ancient architecture in equal measure. Think of those sophisticated mud buildings with their captivating facades, embellished in mosaic of bright ,intersected colors that resonate with our aesthetic sensitivities. Often, public…
Amintacciyar Hanyar Arewa (A Safe Passage to the North) Project
We are pleased to announce the official launch of the Amintacciyar Hanya Arewa (A Safe Passage to the North) Project The Project is an avenue for young historians and writers of Northern extraction, during which they would be responsible for telling their stories, bringing to…
British Council announces Lagos Theatre Festival 2017 themed “Rhythm of the City.”
From Tuesday 28 February – Sunday 5 March 2017, over 500 artists will gather to present over 70 performances at 16 Venues, spanning 6 days at the Lagos Theatre Festival, 2017. There will be something for everyone; from the new theatre fans young or old…
‘We Are the Response…Documentary as a Development Ideology’ –Femi Odugbemi
In 2010 Makin Soyinka, Jahman Anikulapo and I founded the I-Represent international documentary film festival in Lagos. Since then, We have made some progress making a case for rebuilding a vibrant documentary cinema culture in Nigeria. Our annual documentary festival has screened over 250 films…
Architect Theo Lawson delivers 7th Lagos@50 Colloquium Lecture at Freedom Park, Lagos.
The monthly Lagos@50 colloquium continues this month with the architect, designer and culture activist, Theophilus Abiodun Lawson delivering a talk on DEVELOPMENT OF A CITY OF CAPTIVES 1850 to 1960. The lecture will happen on Saturday January 28 at the Freedom Park, Lagos – a…
‘Yoruba Religion can solve the Challenges of Peace in Africa’-Ooni of ife
The gates of the ancient city of Ile-Ife believed to be the source of mankind were yesterday evening thrown open as people trooped in from all over the world to join the multitude people of the sacred town in celebrating Osoosi believed to be the…
RELE ‘Young Contemporaries 2017’: Colorful, Enchanting and Mind blowing
Rele opens the year with the sophomore edition of the Young Contemporaries. This edition features a careful selection of immensely talented and promising artists. With grants awarded by the Rele Arts Foundation, a body of work was created for Young Contemporaries 2017. This year, ready to…