Events This Weekend
Posted on Thursday, March 10th, 2011 By SammyReel Life presents “Carmen Jones”
Watch Carmen Jones this Thursday with Reel Life starring the stunning Dorothy Dandridge and Harry Belafonte. Carmen Jones is Otto Preminger’s dazzling adaptation of the successful 1943 Oscar Hammerstein musical. Based on Bizet’s classic opera Carmen, Preminger’s updated version takes place during World War II. Running Time is 105 minutes. Reel Life at The Life House screens world, classic and alternative films every Thursday.
Date: Thursday 10 March 2011
Time: 7:45PM Prompt
Venue: The Life House, 33 Sinari Darainijo Street, off Younis Bashorun, off Ajose Adeogun, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Tickets: Entry is Free!
NB: All guests of Reel Life film nights get 10% discounts on food and drink at Abule CafeWatch Carmen Jones this Thursday with Reel Life starring the stunning Dorothy Dandridge and Harry Belafonte. Carmen Jones is Otto Preminger’s dazzling adaptation of the successful 1943 Oscar Hammerstein musical. Based on Bizet’s classic opera Carmen, Preminger’s updated version takes place during World War II. Running Time is 105 minutes. Reel Life at The Life House screens world, classic and alternative films every Thursday.
Date: Thursday 10 March 2011
Time: 7:45PM Prompt
Venue: The Life House, 33 Sinari Darainijo Street, off Younis Bashorun, off Ajose Adeogun, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Tickets: Entry is Free!
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The Artist’s Experience
Come and join in “The Artist’s Experience”, a 4-Week, 4-Artist event hosted by ‘Lost in Lagos’. Each artist spends a week at the residence while exhibiting their work, interacting with visitors, and also working on a new piece that we would be auctioned off at the end of the month. Alex Nwokolo was the host last week and this weekend will highlight Richardson Ovbiebo, a talented sculptor. Cafe D’Art, a fabulous cafe, has also been set up just for the month!
Date: Friday 11 March 2011
Time: 6PM to 8PM
Venue: The White Space, 58 Raymond Njoku Street, off Awolowo Rd, Ikoyi, Lagos
Tickets: N500 each (for the recption)
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Praiz The Lockdown [Adults Only]
The Praiz Lockdown is being organized to appreciate his friends and supporters as well as celebrate Praiz’s birthday. Praiz is one of Nigeria’s fastest growing R&B singer, a model (currently the face of Tom Tom) and a performing artiste.
Date: Friday 11 March 2011.
Time: 9PM
Venue: Fluid Lounge, 21A Saka Tinubu, Victoria Island, Lagos
Call +2347038243599 for enquiries.
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Yinka Davies’ Black Chiffon @ Jazzhole
24 Media wishes to invite you to a listening party and autograph session for the release of the greatly anticipated album by the petit virtuoso vocalist, Yinka Davies.The release, a double CD of 18 songs of sheer musical pleasure is titled Black Chiffon.
Date: Saturday 12 March 2011
Time: 12 Noon
Venue: Jazzhole, 168, Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos
“Pay to attend” parties attract a fee.
MANIA Magazine celebrates its debut with the “party of the season” & “Fearless” cover featuring Modupe Ozolua
By SAMMY
MANIA Magazine, the new fashion and lifestyle publication by Kelechi Amadi-Obi, Dimeji Alara and a team of innovative creative minds was launched yesterday – Sunday, 20th February 2011 at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos.
The event can be described as the “party of the season” with a guestlist that included fashionistas, designers, socialites and industry professionals across the generations.
Everyone was out to celebrate with Kelechi Amadi-Obi who over the decades has contributed immensely to the growth and development of the Nigerian fashion industry.
The debut cover features Nigerian entrepreneur and socialite, Modupe Ozolua. Modupe emerged on the Nigerian scene when she introduced cosmetic surgery services. Over the years, her business has evolved – she presently owns and operates a spa as well as does non-profit work via her BEARS Foundation which arranges free reconstructive surgery for children with deformities.
Check out the “fearless” debut cover and photos from the MANIA launch.
The Green Concert is an annual event with the sole aim of bringing together the best and the brightest rising stars in Nigeria to celebrate our country, our music and our dance.
The theme of this year’s event will be
The theme of this year’s event will be
“9ja United - A Medley in the Sky”
The Event will be a variety concert featuring multiple genres of music from both popular artistes as well as upcoming talents. Also featuring on the bill will be Dance groups, DJ’s and VJ’s and the culmination of the event will be the performance of headline making Nigerian acts in concert.
The Event will be a variety concert featuring multiple genres of music from both popular artistes as well as upcoming talents. Also featuring on the bill will be Dance groups, DJ’s and VJ’s and the culmination of the event will be the performance of headline making Nigerian acts in concert.
Visit: http://www.thegreenconcertlagos.com
To Participate/Sponsor or Enquires call: +234 809 194 2000
+234 819 110 0147
Email: info@dujourevents.com
The 2011 GRAMMY Awards: The African Connection, Red Carpet Photos & Winners
Posted on Monday, February 14th, 2011 at 9:14 AMBy BellaNaija.comThe 2011 GRAMMY Awards took place in Los Angeles on the 13th of February 2011.
The ceremony just ended a few hours ago and BN has all the scoop.
The ceremony just ended a few hours ago and BN has all the scoop.
Let’s start with the “African Connection“, several African musicians and musicians with African parentage won awards at the 2011 Grammy Awards.
The 2011 Grammy Awards – The African Connection – Music
Sade won the award for R&B Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals. Many people do not know that “Sade” is actually a band named after the lead singer who we all know and love – Sade Adu. Members of the band include Sade Adu, Stuart Matthewman, and Paul Spencer Denman and Andrew Hale.
Other winners include Seal for his feature on Herbie Hancock’s “Imagine”, other African artistes on that song include Congolese band – Konono Nº1 and Oumou Sangaré from Mali
Sade won the award for R&B Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals. Many people do not know that “Sade” is actually a band named after the lead singer who we all know and love – Sade Adu. Members of the band include Sade Adu, Stuart Matthewman, and Paul Spencer Denman and Andrew Hale.
Other winners include Seal for his feature on Herbie Hancock’s “Imagine”, other African artistes on that song include Congolese band – Konono Nº1 and Oumou Sangaré from Mali
Full List of African Winners
R&B Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals: Sade, “Soldier of Love,” Soldier of Love
R&B Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals: Sade, “Soldier of Love,” Soldier of Love
Pop Collaboration With Vocals: “Imagine,” Herbie Hancock, Pink, India.Arie, Seal, Konono No 1 (Congo), Jeff Beck & Oumou Sangaré (Mali) -The Imagine Project
Traditional World Music Album: Ali And Toumani, Ali Farka Touré & Toumani Diabaté (Mali)
Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying Vocalist(s): “Baba Yetu,” Christopher Tin, Soweto Gospel Choir (South Africa) & Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Calling All Dawns
The 2011 Grammy Awards – The African Connection – Red CarpetWe spotted Nigerian actress/musician, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde on the Grammy Red Carpet. Omotola who is currently in the US for a series of promotional appearances was looking pretty in a black and white dress.
Events This Weekend: Valentine’s Weekend Special
Events This Weekend for this special Valentine’s Weekend!More events will be added soon…
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GET Lovin’
Tell her “I Love You” in so many ways. It could be an exotic dinner for two, a fancy cocktail together, or even an adventure activity to share, or it could also be all 3.. and that’s GET Lovin! You and your partner will enjoy an excellent meal at the G Lounge, with any 2 cocktails of your choice; and to finish it off, a chance to pit your wits against each other on the go kart track!
Date: Saturday 5 February 2011 to Monday 14 February 2011
Time:
Venue: the GET Arena, Oniru estate, Lekki
Ticket: N10,000 (Couple)
Events This Weekend: Valentine’s Weekend Special
Posted on Thursday, February 10th, 2011 at 2:52 PMEvents This Weekend for this special Valentine’s Weekend!
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Red Season!
Amazing Grace e-centre presents a packed event line-up for the Valentine Season!
Laff&Jamz
Date: Friday 11 February 2011
Time: 6PM
Venue: Amazing Grace E-Centre
Nollywood Industry Night
Date: Monday 14 February 2011
Time: 4PM
Venue: Amazing Grace E-Centre
Bacchus Bar + Grill Opens in Lagos – 10th February 2011
By Sammy
BACCHUS Bar + Grill celebrates its grand opening on Thursday, February 10th, 2011. Located right in the heart of Ikoyi, the bar is well equipped with fabulous music, fantastic food menu and drinks at unbelievable prices and a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.Open 5 days a week, the impressive new concept developed by Louise Priddy is the great casual night-out-on-the-town spot that has something for everyone.
The several seating levels provide a private eating experience perfect for any size group, from a table of two to a party of twenty.
There will be performances by the Treasure Hunt Band, Waje and Tpkool.
BACCHUS Bar + Grill – Grand OpeningDate: Thursday 10th February 2011
Venue: 57, Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos
Time: 7PM
For reservations, call 08033588022
Fashion, Beauty, Home Decor & Food! Fusion Lifestyle Quarterly Shopping Event is back in Abuja with Everything You Love & A Foodie Twist – 12th February 2011
Posted on Wednesday, February 9th, 2011 at 12:35 PM
The Fusion Lifestyle team is coming to the Capital City with a new addition to their previous events, something new to keep their loyal participants and guests well entertained. Aside from the usual lifestyle event in the main hall, a Food Fair will hold in the garden of the same venue in conjunction with the Food Lovers Club Abuja providing a fun day out for the whole family.
The Lifestyle Shopping Event will have the best of fashion accessories, clothes, furniture and utensils for the home, health and beauty products and more from 70 participants including; Adanna’s Collection, Adela’s Haven, Belle d’ Jour, Beyond Indulgence Spa, Dzyn, Fabrica, Fabulous Bags, Head Art by Pepe, MoStyle, Murjan Accessories, Pinc Crystals, Ruba Couture, Sarait & Sophiat, Shukr, Silver & Gold, SO Abayas, Taurus Travels and Tours, The Source, Thots on Tees , Zahra and so much more.
The Food Fair will feature 30 participants including: Burger Lounge, Chloe’s Cupcake Heaven, Cupcake Cutie, Delish, Kay’s Special Events, Ketchup Restaurant, Kitcken Angels, MJ Catering, Marcopolo, Monte Carlo Bistro, Papi’s Catering, Sugarush and Suhjuiced offering pastry, desserts, barbecue, Nigerian & continental dishes, grills and more!
A bouncy castle, face painters, games and music will be available to keep the kids entertained.
A bouncy castle, face painters, games and music will be available to keep the kids entertained.
The first edition of the Fusion Lifestyle Business Directory will be launched on the day and available to all guests – Free! It’s a fantastic booklet filled with details of our participants and other businesses in Abuja and Lagos.
The Pinc Campaign will be offering free clinical breast exams and giving away breast examination kits and Medicaid Diagnostics will be offering free pap smears at the event!
So save the date for your entire family for excellent shopping, great food and loads of fun. The event is sponsored by Dangote Noodles.
See you there!
Fusion Quarterly Shopping Event and the first Fusion/Food Lovers Club Abuja Food Fair
Date: Saturday 12th February, 2011
Venue: Yar’Adua Center, Abuja
Time: 12Noon to 7PM
Gate Fee: FREE!
Enquiries: 08029940000 /fusionquarterly@gmail.com
SPONSORED BY: Dangote NoodlesDate: Saturday 12th February, 2011
Venue: Yar’Adua Center, Abuja
Time: 12Noon to 7PM
Gate Fee: FREE!
Enquiries: 08029940000 /fusionquarterly@gmail.com
Partners: Bella Naija, Kiss FM Abuja, Pinc Campaign and Medicaid Diagnostics
