Date: October 18, 2014
Venue: the GoDown Arts Centre, Industrial Area
Time: 2-4 pm
Entry: Free
Choreography by internationally acclaimed dancer Opiyo Okach.
A draft work series II
Panel Discussion: Arterial Network Catch Up, Oct. 11 2014 @ Goethe Institut
Date and Time: Saturday 11th October 2014, 2.00 – 5.00 pm
Venue: Goethe-Institut Library
Admission: free
Blankets And Wine 56: An Ode To Hip Hop, Oct. 5 2014 @ Carnivore Gardens
WHAT?
For the first time ever, we are going to take you through a thematic discovery of the creative industry, through “An Ode To Hip Hop”. On October 5th, our focus is going to be on the incredible impact that hip hop has had on music, literature, film, fashion, art, culture and our collective imagination.
This Sunday October 5th from 1:00pm – 9:00pm all four stages of Blankets & Wine i.e. music, film, literature, fashion and art will carry out interactive elements of this theme.
WHO?
Following the theme, we want to showcase the major players within the creative industry who have been influenced by Hip Hop culture and have made it their own.
Hip Hop heads and music lovers will be treated to the finest sounds coming out of the Hip Hop music scene here in Kenya featuring TAIO, Muthoni the Drummer Queen and Rabbit.
On the writers stage curated by the Kwani? Trust, join mind indulging conversations with Muthoni Drummer Queens as she leads tantilising topics during Kwani? Mahewa. Catalyst your mind into conversations during the Emerging Voices segment dissecting the mind of pan-African writers from the Jaladan writer’s collective. Take a seat on the bleachers in the shade and fall deep into sheng poems with Mistari Shend Speare. Meet your fellow Blankets & Wine family by simply swaping a book with one of them.
Music and Literature isn’t your thing? Not to worry the film stage is here to help, showcasing a variety of films highlighting key players in the Kenyan hip hop industry, including “Juliani – The Road Trips Connections”. Express yourself at the Art Hive with FA254, Made With Love and KMS – Kilometers, as they take you through artistic expressions in the hip hop genre.
Finally, end the evening on a high and dance the night away on the DJ stage with some of HomeBoyz Radio finest DJ’s including DJ FinalKut, DJ Zaq and DJ Jack Rooster from Café Mocha Lounge. Mixing Hip Hop sounds and afro-house the DJ stage will be kicking all day AND night!
[mixcloud http://www.mixcloud.com/jackrooster/grown-n-sexy-mix-for-g-money-in-the-morning-1035fm/ width=660 height=208 hide_cover=1 hide_tracklist=1] To encapture this dynamic Hip Hop theme, the very entertaining event ‘Hip Hop Karaoke’ will plug in to the space and take over the programme. From 6:00pm – 8:00pm let your hair down at the DJ Stage, and for a few songs be your favourite hip hop artist. We also encourage all Blankets & Winers to come dressed as your favourite Hip Hop artist.WHAT TO EXPECT
From a music-driven lifestyle experience, Blankets & Wine has evolved into a multi-disciplinary, multi-stage platform for the expression of music, literature, film, fashion and art delivering an aesthetically and artisitcally stimulating experience. As all stages run concurrently, create your own B&W experience by picking up a programme at the entrance. Propel your creative curiosity through An Ode To Hip Hop and Discover, Love, Share at Blankets & Wine
Exhibition/Documentary Film Screening: Crayon Rainbow, Oct. 1 2014 @ Kuona Trust
You are cordially invited to the launch of the Crayon Rainbows exhibit. Commissioned by Hivos International through their SDI Programme, Crayon Rainbows is a documentary film and art exhibition that traces the growing divide/breakdown between teachers and their vocational devotion to their students in Kenyan public schools as told through the eyes of the children interviewed.
The production team held creative workshops that gave the children a platform to express their feelings about what school means to them. Apart from the interviews, the children partook in drawing, painting, play dough, photography and craft making exercises as well as song and dance.The project sampled 5 schools across Lamu, Samburu, Turkana, Nairobi and Tharaka-Nithi. These art works are what form the exhibit on display.
What the team found was a crayon box worth of dreams and disappointment nestled in a rainbow of hope.
[vimeo 101658764 w=500 h=281]Crayon Rainbows trailer from Amirah Tajdin on Vimeo.
Global March for Elephants and Rhinos, Oct. 4 2014 @ National Museums to Uhuru Gardens
Join the March Against Extinction. On October 4th, 2014 – approx 120 cities around the world will be marching to raise awareness of the plight of rhinos and elephants and to ask countries involved in the illegal trade of ivory and rhino horn to stop with immediate effect. Nairobi will be marching!
Date: October 4, 2014
Start Time: 8:00 am
Start At: National Museums of Kenya
End at: Uhuru Gardens, Langata Road
Poetry, Music and Art Fête: Reflectin Artward, Sept. 27 2014 @ Hilton Hotel – Amboseli Room
Nairobi’s Finest Art Extravaganza, The Bogof Presents “Reflectin Artward” At The Hilton Nairobi On 27th September 2014.
Date: September the 27th 2014
Venue: the Hilton Hotel Nairobi
Time: from 2 pm to 7 pm
For an afternoon filled with moving poetry, magical music and thought provoking artwork. The event dubbed “Reflectin Artward” will be hosted by the celebrated radio presenter, poet and musician Adelle Onyango.
Reflectin Artward is set to feature an eclectic mix of talent with; an electrifying hip hop performance by Jemedari backed by a live band, the sultry voices, acoustics and keys of KIU an all girl band and the musical mastery by Dira The Band.
Poetry will deftly be represented by one published poet and two spoken word artists. Abigail Arunga will give a reading from her recently launched anthology “Akello”.
The visual art works by the artist Nduta, Denet, Mel and Siege will certainly make the event complete. Their work will reflect the theme of the event and capture a wide breadth of visual art techniques to fit the mood, tone and ambiance of the event. Attendees could also get their live portraits done at the event.
Photographer Generali Njogu will display pictures from his journeys across the country and share the interesting visual perspectives of his lenses. Some of his work will be up for sale and attendees could even get themselves B.O.G.O.F.’s on his photos.
“Reflecting Artward”, promises to be a treat for the lovers of art and culture, with delight for the eyes and ears. If you are looking for entertainment that will draw in, to pull your heart’s strings and tingle your being, The B.O.G.O.F. at the Hilton is an event you should plan to attend. Mark your calendars.
“REFLECTIN ARTWARD” is a reminder to each of us to let art in and consume it entirely and at the same time allow it to take us on a voyage of self-reflection. Let the art mirror inside you.
Charged for the event are 500 shillings for students with proof of registration, 800 shillings for advance tickets purchased through Jambo Pay and 1000 shillings at the door.
The first fifty people to purchase a ticket at the door will get a copy of Abigail Arunga’s anthology “Akello”. There will be a 25% discount on food & drinks extended by Hilton Hotel.
You can get your advance tickets through MPESA business number 530100 to the business name the BOGOF. For any queries on tickets call support at Jambo Pay on 070992000
Art, Bikes and Cars: 2014 CBA Africa Concours d’Elegance, Sept. 28 2014 @ Ngong Racecource
Date: September 28, 2014
Venue: Ngong Racecource
Tickets: Adults KES 700 and children KES 350
Afrika Handmade Symposium, Oct. 2-3 2014 @ Jacaranda Hotel – Westlands
A two day gathering on contemporary craft and design;
Dates: October 2-3, 2014
Venue: Jacaranda Hotel – Westlands
Find more info on http://craftafrika.org/afrika-handmade/
Argentine Family Sharing their Travel Experiences: Zapping Around the World, Oct. 2 2014 @ Italian Institute of Culture
Come and listen to the incredible experiences of the Zapp family who are fulfilling their dream of travelling around the world. They are doing it in style aboard a beautiful original wooden spokes 1928 Graham –Paige car. Their four kids were born along the way!
Date: October 2, 2014
Venue: Italian Institute of Culture, Grenadier Tower – 6th Floor
Time: 6.30 pm
Free entry
The Zapp family has had 14 wonderful years of this lifestyle full of challenges that they would like to share with you with pictures and video. They will also have their book on sale Spark your Dream which you can buy have it signed.
Visit www.sparkyourdream.net for more information.
Kalenjin Cultural Night: Kitwek Night, Sept. 26 2014 @ Carnivore – Simba Saloon
Experience the true jumble of exotic Kalenjin music and cuisine;
Date: September 26, 2014
Venue: Carnivore – Simba Saloon
Time: from 6 pm
Tickets: KES 500