TEDx BraeburnSchools, May 12 2012 @ Austin Room, Braeburn School

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This Week’s Theme: Reshaping the world

Featuring TED Talks by:
Leymah Gbowee: http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/en/leymah_gbowee_unlock_the_intelligence_passion_greatness_of_girls.html
Sheryl Wudunn: http://www.ted.com/talks/sheryl_wudunn_our_century_s_greatest_injustice.html
Gayle Tzemach Lemmon: http://www.ted.com/talks/gayle_tzemach_lemmon_women_entrepreneurs_example_not_exception.html

Hosted by: Handerson Mwandembo

Directions to Braeburn: http://www.braeburn.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=197&Itemid=695
Website: http://www.ted.com/tedx/groups/2441; also http://www.ted.com/tedx/groups/825
Join here to stay informed on TEDx events in Nairobi: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=122852434404442

21st European Film Festival, May 10-27 2012 @ Alliance Francaise

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Dates: May 10-27, 2012
Venue: Alliance Francaise
Time: Weekdays 5.30 & 7.30pm, Weekends 3, 5.30 & 7.30pm
Tickets: Kshs 50
For more info: Facebook event page

Participating Countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland

Programme

Full programme and synopsis of all movies available on the Alliance Francaise website:

http://www.afkenya.or.ke/spip.php?rubrique86&lang=fr

Community Screening
For the first time the organizing committee will be presenting community screening in Kibera, Mathare and Korogocho in collaboration with Hot Sun Foundation

The Danish film, Kidnappet (Lost in Africa) which was shot on location in Kibera has been choosen for free community screenings on Saturdays (May 12, 19 & 26)

Play: Fire By Ten, May 18 2012 @ Kenya National Theatre

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Fire By Ten 2012 featuring thrilling original plays by 5 Kenyan writers (James Gathitu,Tony Mboyo,Ogutu Muraya,Ciru Naomi and Sharon Nanjosi) will showcase new Kenyan talent. The cast of 6 includes Sylvia Namusassi, Anthony Mido, Ciinju Muiruri, Kevin Amwoma, Gilbert Squich and Mary Kathomi.The show was directed by One of Kenya’s most experienced actresses Lydiah Gitachu assisted by Robin Denault, Keith Pearson and Sharon Nanjosi.

Where: Kenya National Theatre
When: Friday, May 18, 2012 6:30pm

Creatives Meet Up: Creative Economy Kenya-Where are we going? May 13 2012 @ iHub

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Date: May 13, 2013
Venue: iHub (Bishop Magua Building 4th Floor), opposite Uchumi Ngong rd
Time: 2-5pm
Entry: Free
For info or clarification: email TheCreativez@gbs.co.ke

A lot has been happening in Kenya’s Creative economy in the last few years and as we garner a name as well as positions ourselves in creative fields. We need to know as Kenyan Creatives – Where Are We going?

Is the Creative Industry in Kenya as fragmented as it looks? Where are the societies, associations and groups that can galvanise different sectors together? What are the common challenges we all face and how can we counter these? What Industry projects are there that we should know about and support? And finally with a new government coming in 2013 what do we need in terms of capacity, investment, resources and support to grow our creative economy locally and globally?

The organizers are super excited to hear about your projects, thoughts, concerns and solutions this Sunday. A brief summary on the Creative Scenerio will be presented by The Creativez to set the tone for the meetup.

This meet up is ideal for those in the following industries: digital animation (visual and sound effects),Broadcast (TV, radio and film), Visual arts , Digital media (mobile applications and internet), Publishing/Writing, Gaming, Performing arts and cultural expressions, Advertising, Architecture, Art and antiques markets, Crafts, Design, Designer fashion, Interactive leisure software and Music.