Laikipia Wildlife Forum cordially invites you to an evening show casting conservation led development with the premiere of the LWF documentary ‘Laikipia: The Land of Life’ and the official launch of the book, ‘Laikipia: A Natural History Guide’
Date: 27thJanuary 2012
Venue: Louis Leakey Auditorium, National Museums of Kenya
Time: 6.00 pm
Event: Movie premiere & Cocktail
Guest of Honour: Hon. Ndiritu Muriithi, MP Laikipia West
The Embassy of Spain in Nairobi is happy to invite you to Cinema.ES, a new contemporary Spanish film series.
10th January 2012, 5:00pm
Juana la Loca, Dir. Vicente Aranda (2001, 115 min.)
24th January 2012, 5:00pm
También la lluvia, Dir. Iciar Bollaín (2010, 99 min.)
7th February 2012, 5:00pm at the Embassy of Spain
Nacidas para sufrir, Dir. Miguel Albaladejo (2009, 103 min.)
14th February 2012, 5:00pm
Poniente, Dir. Chus Gutiérrez (2002, 92min.)
28th February 2012, 5:00pm
Mal día para pescar, Dir. Álvaro Brechner (2009, 110 min.)
6th March 2012, 5:00pm
Te doy mis ojos, Dir. Iciar Bollaín (2003, 103 min.)
20th March 2012, 5:00pm
Camino, Dir. Javier Fesser (2008, 138 min.)
* All films in Spanish original version with English subtitles. Each screening will be followed by a discussion.
WHERE: All films will be screened at the Embassy of Spain,
CBA Building, 3rd floor, Mara & Ragati Rds., Upper Hill, Nairobi
Free Entrance.
Production company is working on an exciting new TV series and looking to cast the following roles for the pilot:
Ann – 18-24 (or look that age bracket). The character is a naive young female, just arrived Nairobi from her rural home. She is bright, but not book-smart, but street-smart. She is pretty, energetic, hopeful – a diamond in the rough.
Nelly – 18-24 (or look that age bracket). The character is a young female, just arrived Nairobi from her rural home. She is street-smart, though she hasn’t had much education. Slim, aggressive, attractive, believes in getting it, not waiting for it. Not cold-hearted, looks for a better future.
Mr. – 35-39 (or look that age bracket). The character is a dreamer, a know-it-all who thinks he’s all charm.
The auditions will take place at Shalom House on 17th December 2011 from 10am. Last person to audition should arrive by 5.00pm
Come with your portfolio (if any). Be prepared. Know which role you are auditioning for.
Please read the character briefs carefully. If you don’t fit the briefs, please save yourself some time / and money ☺
Please note that if selected, the production company will not be paying the actresses / actor for the pilot. They will however provide transport to and from city center and food during the shoot. If the show is picked up, they will definitely pay.
When: Saturday 17 December 10:00am until 6:00pm
Where: Shalom House, St. Daniel Comboni Road, off Ngong Road (near Tankard Pub)
You are hereby invited to the 2nd edition of the Taste of Nairobi Festival.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Night activities during the Taste of Nairobi Festival at the Nairobi National Museum have been cancelled. However day activities will still continue.During the festival, the Nairobi National Museum was planning to be open 24 hours for the first time on 10th & 11th December, 2011, with visits to the museum for night star gazing, cultural entertainment, night tours of the museum and much more. The Nairobi National Museum and Nairobi Gallery will be open for you to sample Kenya’s rich heritage at our regular admission charges.
Charges:
Nairobi National Museum
Citizens: Kshs. 100/-
Residents: Kshs. 400/-
Non-Residents: Kshs. 800/-
Nairobi Gallery
Citizens: Kshs. 100/-
Residents: Kshs. 400/-
Non-Residents: Kshs. 500/-
* Children 16 years and below are charged at 50% off the adult charges.
An admission ticket also entitles you to screening of the following Award Winning films that tell a part of Nairobi’s history:
1. Out of Africa (Story about Karen Blixen)- 10am (Saturday and Sunday)
2. The Ghost and the Darkness (Story about the building of the Railway) 2pm (Saturday and Sunday)
* Daytime activities will take place at Central Park (behind Nairobi Serena Hotel).
* Visit the Nairobi Gallery and learn more about this small building with a big history (next to Nyayo House).
For more information on the festival, visit http://www.tasteofnairobi.co.ke/2011/
Please note that “Pray the devil back to hell” will not be screened as programmed on Tuesday 6 Dec. It will be replaced by “Granito: how to nail a dictator”.
Dates: November 29- December 1, 2011
Venue: Alliance
Time: 5.30pm
Entrance: Free
This film festival is presented by Embassy of Poland Nairobi
The Embassy of Finland in Nairobi and Alliance presents Mintak Festival
Date: November 25 & 28, 2011
Venue: Alliance Francaise
Time: 7pm (Friday) and 6pm (Monday)
Entrance: Free
There will be a special screening of Mama Africa which is a tribute to the legendary South African singer and Activist Miriam Makeba. The film is by Mika Kaurismaki
