Alliance Française July-August

JUL - AUG

2019

Arts & CULTURe

JULY| JUILLET Fri. 5 July

Gravitti Band | 7pm | 800/featuring leading Kenyan artists backed by the Band since 2005.

Mon. 8 July

CinemAlliance | 6pm ‘Keteke’ by Peter Sedufia

9Mon - 28 .July 6th March Katiba - exhibition of chapers of the Kenya Constituion in graphic format presented by Buni Media Wed. 10 July

Showcase Wednesday | 7pm | Free Entry Yubu Sat. 13 July Tcheka | 7pm | 2000/Music from Cape Verde

Mon 15 July CinemAlliance | 6pm ‘Hedi, un vent de liberté’ Tue. 16 July Docubox | 6.30pm | Free Entry ‘The State against Mandela and the Other’

by Nicolas Champeaux & Gilles Porte

Agenda Wed. 17 July

Carmen | 7pm | Free Entry Enjoy George Bizet’s opera ‘Carmen’ in the relaxed atmosphere of the Alliance Française garden terrace Free screening - Festival d’Aix en Provence 19 - 21 July

Breathe II - Stories by Jackson Biko a Back to Basics production Fri. 6 & 8pm, wknd 3 & 6pm | 1200/Sat. 20 July

Charity Ballet Gala in aid of a Children’s Arts Centre in Kibera 6pm | Adults 1500/-, Children 500/Mon. 22 July

CinemAlliance | 6pm ‘Lettre d’amour Zoulou’ by Ramadan Suleman Wed. 24 July Showcase Wednesday | 7pm | Free Entry Ondi Fri. 26 July

Benga Belt Vol. 1 album launch _mwl Gregg Tendwa & Friends | 7pm | 800/Mon. 29 July

CinemAlliance | 6pm ‘Matière Grise’ by Kivu Ruhorahoza

CINEMALLIANCE

L’OEIL DU CYCLONE (Burkina Faso)

by Sékou Traoré 15 July | 2015 | Drama | 1h37

Every Monday @ 6pm Free Entry Films in English or with English subtitles

A young attorney is asked to defend a dangerous rebel accused of war crimes. But can she really save a former child-soldier?

This month’s programme highlights films from other African countries.

KETEKE (Ghana)

by Peter Sedufia 1 July | 2017 | Drama | 1h38 A film that takes you to the by gone days. A period drama set in the 80s. It tells the story of a stranded couple, in the middle of nowhere, with the wife in the final days of her pregnancy.

FASO FUNKY HEDI. UN VENT DE LIBERTÉ (Tunisia)

by Mohamed Ben Atia 8 July | 2016 | Drama | 1h28 An engrossing drama about an inhibited young man whose mother basically runs his life.

In the week leading up to his wedding, he meets a freespirited woman who opens a whole new world of possibilities for him.

LETTRE D’AMOUR ZOULOU (Afrique du Sud)

by Ramadan Suleman 22 July | 2004 | Drama | 1h45 Set against the backdrop of the of the first democratic elections in South Africa, Zulu Love Letter is a story of two mothers in search of their daughters.

MATIÈRE GRISE (Rwanda)

by Kivu Ruhorahoza 29 July | 2011 | Comedy | 1h40

Set in Kigali, this film-withina-film consists of three stories.

About a young filmmaker seeking funding for his first film. About a man locked up in an asylum, haunted by the atrocities he committed during the Genocide.

About two sisters who are trying to rebuild their lives after surviving the Genocide.

CONCERT

Gravitti Band celebrates 14 years of the ‘Gravitti’ Brand. Over these years, the band has backed all the musicians herebelow who will join Gravitti on stage for this anniversary concert.

SUZANNA OWIYO | MAKADEM | LYDIA DOLA | MARCUS KAMAU |KAYAMBA AFRICA | FILAH TUJU WYRE | YUNASI | BARBARA GUANTAI | ZIPPY OKOTH | MUTINDA | KENGE KENGE JUDITH BWIRE | KOMBO BURNS

FRI. 5 JULY | 7PM | 800/-

EXHIBITION

KATIBA

Working with illustrators and constitutional experts, Buni Media (producer of the political satire show The XYZ Show) has been working on adapting the Kenyan Constitution into a graphic/illustrated format. to make it more accessible to all Kenyans. It has so far illustrated Chapters 1, 2, 4, 6 and 11.

En collaboration avec des illustrateurs et des juristes, Buni Media (bien connu pour son spectacle satirique politique The XYZ Show) a travaillé à l’adaptation de la Constitution kenyane dans un format graphique et illustré pour la rendre accessible aux Kenyans. Jusqu’à présent, seuls les chapitres 1, 2, 4, 6 et 11 sont illustrés.

This exhibition will feature a selection of illustrations from these chapters that aim to explain and demystify the legal jargon in an entertaining and engaging way and encourage citizens’ responsibility to know, respect and protect the Constitution.

Cette exposition présentera une sélection tirées de ces chapitres qui visent à expliquer et à démystifier le jargon juridique d’une manière amusante et engageante afin d’encourager les citoyens à connaître leurs droits, et à respecter la Constitution.

WED. 8 - 28 july | 7pm | FREE ENTRY

SHOWCASE WEDNESDAY

YUBU Blues and reggae music with the Kenyan singer-songwriter, Yubu, backed by his band ‘The Downhome Blues Gang’. Citing his influences as Bob Marley, James Brown and Hugh Masekela, Yubu’s music has not only been shaped by Kenyan and African sounds but also those of the gritty streetes and neighbouroods of Memphis, Tennessee, where he lived for sometime.

From the strum of his guitar, the conviction of his vocals, the catchy nostalgic melodies to thought provoking lyrics, get ready for some hip-shaking, finger snapping and head nodding with Yubu.

Wed. 10 JULY | 7pm | FREE ENTRY

CONCERT

TCHEKA

Roots International brings to Nairobi for the first time the singer, songwriter and guitarist Tcheka with his distinctive Cape Verde-influenced sounds. A one-man showcase of deeply soulful vocals accompanied by an inimitable form and mastery on guitar.

Roots International présente pour la première fois à Nairobi le chanteur, auteur-compositeur et guitariste d’origine capverdienne, Tcheka.

Tcheka possède à la fois une voix profondément mélancolique et une parfaite maîtrise de la guitare.

Tcheka grew up performing traditional Cape Verdean songs, and these references to multiple genres (batuku, funaná, finason, tabanka, morna and coladera) are evident in his compositions. But the influences do not stop there. Tcheka’s music is a busy intersection of Brazilian and African pop, traditional forms, folk, jazz, blues and rock.

Tcheka a grandi en interprétant des chansons traditionnelles capverdiennes, et ses influences multiples (batuku, funaná, finason, tabanka, morna et coladera) se retrouvent dans ses compositions.

La musique de Tcheka est aussi un carrefour animé de pop brésilienne et africaine, de formes traditionnelles, de folk, de jazz, de blues et de rock.

Auditorium | SAT. 13 JULY | 7pm | 2000/-

PROJECTION GRATUITE - FESTIVAL AIX-EN-PROVENCE OPERA ON SCREEN

Festival d’Aix-en-Provence 2017 ©Patrick Berger/ArtComPress

CARMEN

The Russian director, Dmitri Tcherniakov gives a dark modern twist to Geroge Bizet’s famous opera ‘Carmen’. An experimental new form of private therapy for couples offers lavish role-playing sessions to refresh failing marriages. The sulking husband will be Don José; his irritating wife seizes the role of Micaëla.

Dmitri Tcherniakov was named ‘Director of the Year’ for this unconventional production by a jury composed of independent music critics for the German magazine ‘Opernwelt’. The Orchestre de Paris, under the baton of Spanish conductor Pablo Heras-Casado, gives a crisp yet fiery reading of Bizet’s dazzling melodies. in French with French subtitles

WED. 17 JULY | 7PM | FREE ENTRY

Festival d’Aix-en-Provence 2017 ©Pascal Victor/ArtComPress

DON GIOVANNI

Don Juan has been portrayed as a sex addict, a champion of freedom or as a ‘great lord but wicked man’. Of all the manifestations of this myth, Mozart’s Don Giovanni seems the most timeless brilliantly combining stark human tragedy and touching comedy In this new production, conducted by the acclaimed maestro Jérémie Rhorer, the director Jean-François Sivadier propels Don Giovanni through his lusty adventures at a whirlwind pace, pursued by those he has wronged.

with English subtitles

WED. 14 AUG. | 7PM | FREE ENTRY

BALLET

CHARITY BALLET GALA

Professional ballet dancers from Europe and Canada return to Nairobi in support of the new Arts Centre being built in Kibera for the community based organization, Anno’s One Fine Day. This centre is the initiative of the two European charities, Anno’s Africa and One Fine Day, and provides arts workshops to hundreds of children from disadvantaged communities.

Des danseurs de ballet professionnels d’Europe et du Canada reviennent à Nairobi pour soutenir la construction du nouveau Centre des arts à Kibera, une initiative des organisations Anno’s Africa et One Fine Day. Le Centre propose des ateliers artistiques à des centaines d’enfants de communautés défavorisées à Nairobi et Nakuru.

The dancers, led by Nick Jones and Julia Bergua from Les Grands Ballets Canadiens of Montreal, include Alexander Jones (The Zurich Ballet), Ji-Min Hong (Royal Danish ballet), Oliver Jones (Staatsballet Oldenburg) and James Lyttle and Diana Leon from the Montreal company. They will perform pieces from some of the world’s favourite ballets. There will also be music and dance performances by the Kibera Arts Centre children.

Ces danseurs de rénommée internationale, comme Nick Jones et Julia Bergua (Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal), Alexander Jones (Le Ballet de Zurich), Ji-Min Hong (Ballet royal danois), Oliver Jones (Staatsballet Oldenburg) et James Lyttle et Diana Leon de la compagnie de Montréal. Ils interpréteront des pièces de quelques-uns des ballets les plus populaires au monde.

sat. 20 JULY | 6pm | 1500/- AD, 500/- CH

SHOWCASE WEDNESDAY

ONDI Ondi’s music is an eclectic mix of jazz, reggae and Kenyan folk. She recently launched her debut EP, Tangaziwi, in which she shares stories on losing and re-discovering, love and identity. Ondi plays the ukulele and the guitar and composes and sings in English and Swahili.

She has shared the stage with music greats like Alsarrah and the Nubatones, Harry, Kimani, Eric Wainaina and Kalamashaka among others.

WED. 24 JULY | 7pm | FREE ENTRY

CONCERT

BENGA BELT VOL. 1 ALBUM LAUNCH

Since 2014, _mwl Gregg Tendwa (_mwl GT.) has been researching and developing Bengatronics, a retrofuturist sound direction of Benga Music.

The album is grounded by the prowess of Udulele John and Michel Ongaro on the guitars, and Oduor Bernard «Kidum» on the drums and Eriko on percussions.

Over the past year, he has been working on a full length studio album together with Umoja DJs from Amsterdam and various artists from across the Benga Belt of Kenya. This album brings forth extremely nuanced cross generational and inter-tribal conversation from Kisumu to Kilifi, featuring original compositions by Boaz Otieno, Missing Rotich, Msupa S, John ‘Kakee’ Kithikii, Musyoki Mutua and Abaki Simba Troupe.

This night is set to preview the album before it officially lands on digital stores in August 2019. Get your exclusive copy of the album at the concert.

Guest artist: Ken Wa Maria, the reigning King of Eastern Benga.

fri. 26 JULY | 7pm | 800/-

août |August

Agenda

1 - 4 August

Hihinya Ihuha | Kikuyu Comedy Fanaka Arts Theatre | 800/Mon. 5 August

CinemAlliance | 6pm ‘2 Automnes, 3 Hivers’ by Sebastien Betbeder

Wed. 14 August

Don Giovanni | 7pm | Free Entry Enjoy Mozart’s opera ‘Don Giovanni’ in the relaxed atmosphere of the Alliance Française garden terrace Free screening - Festival d’Aix en Provence

6 - 25 August

Kesho Afrika - Connection between then and now A visual arts exhibition by Karakana Initiative

Festival d’Aix-en-Provence 2017 ©Pascal Victor/ArtComPress

Mon. 19 August

Wed. 7 August

Showcase Wednesday | 7pm | Free Entry Yunasi

CinemAlliance | 6pm ‘Au Bord du Monde’ by Claus Drexel Tue. 20 August

Docubox | 6.30pm | Free Entry ‘Not in my neighbourhood’ by Kurt Orderson Wed. 21 August

Showcase Wednesday | 7pm | Free Entry Ivan Irakoze

Mon. 12 August

CinemAlliance | 6pm Les Règles du Jeu’ by Claudine Boris, Patrice Chagnard

Mon. 26 August CinemAlliance | 6pm ‘Je suis le peuple’ by Anna Roussillon Thu. 29 August

Nairobi Poetry Café | 6.30pm | Free Entry

CINEMALLIANCE Every Monday @ 6pm Free Entry Films in English or with English subtitles Discover the French touch in independent cinema.

2 AUTOMNES, 3 HIVERS

by Sebastien Betbeder 5 Aug. | 2013 | Comedy | 1h31 A quirky indie that follows the travails of three 30-something Parisians suffering through the usual love squabbles and existential crises, not to mention some major medical malfunctions.

LES RÈGLES DU JEU

by Claudine Boris, Patrice Chagnard 12 Aug. | 2014 | Docu | 1h46 The film tells the story of four young people with no qualifications in search of a job.

For six months, the coaches of a placement agency will teach them the behaviour and language required in today’s world to be able to land a job.

AU BORD DU MONDE

by Claus Drexel 19 Aug. | 2013 | Docu | 1h38 Night falls. ‘Postcard’ Paris slowly fades away to reveal the folk who inhabit it: Jeni, Wenceslas, Christine, Pascal and others. Homeless, they haunt the streets and bridges, and corridors of the metro; on the edge of a world where society no longer offers protection.

JE SUIS LE PEUPLE

by Anna Roussillon 26 Aug. | 2014 | Docu | 1h52 As the Egyptian people rise up in Tahrir Square, a rural community in the Nile valley follows the revolution on TV, radio and in the newspapers.

Intimately shot over the three year period from the overthrow of Mubarak to the fall of Morsi, we are shown an alternate view of the revolution through the eyes of Farraj, his family, and friends as they make sense of national politics.

EXHIBITION

KESHO AFRIKA

This exhibition is curated by the Karakana Initiative, an artist run social enterprise that brings together creatives to foster collaborations in Kenya’s arts, culture and creative industries.

Cette exposition est organisée par le Karakana Initiative, une entreprise sociale gérée par des artistes pour encourager les collaborations dans la culture et les industries créatives du Kenya.

Kesho Afrika is one of the activities leading to the Afrikan Afrofuturism Week in November 2019.

Kesho Afrika est une des activités qui précède la Semaine Afrikan Afrofuturisme qui se tiendra en novembre 2019.

Showing Afro-centric art in a variety of techniques, the Karakana Initiative aims to make a connection between then and now, between African history and the African future.

L’Initiative Karakana vise à établir un lien entre les arts du passé et du présent, entre l’histoire africaine et le futur africain.

6 - 25 AUG.| FREE ENTRY

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SHOWCASE WEDNESDAY

YUNASI Yunasi, the 2004 Kora Award Nominees and the 2007 winners of the BBC Next Big Thing return to the Alliance Française with their signature sytle ‘Sesube’, a combination of Sega, Isikuti and Benga.

Yunais is made up of Tobias Imani (guitar, voice), Erick Odhiambo (calabas, voice), Ngalah Oreyo (nyatiti, voice) and Simon Maranga (percussions, voice). The band will be accompanied by bass, drums and keyboard.

The band will surprise the audiences with flavours from their forth album, Sesube Sound System, that it is currently working on.

wed. 7 AUG. | 7pm | FREE ENTRY

SHOWCASE WEDNESDAY

IVAN IRAKOZE Ivan Irakoze is a spoken word/storytelling poet . His interactive performances in English and French allow the audiences to choose how the story goes. For this Showcase Wednesday performance, Ivan will be accompanied by a keyboardist and a guitarist.

Ivan Irakoze est un poète et conteur.

Ses performances interactives en anglais et en français permettent au public de choisir comment l’histoire se déroulera. Pour ce spectacle, Ivan sera accompagné d’un pianiste et d’un guitariste.

He first started writing poetry at the age of 11 and has always had a love for the power of words – whether written, spoken, or in music.

Il a commencé à écrire de la poésie à l’âge de 11 ans et a toujours eu un amour pour le pouvoir des mots - qu’ils soient écrits, parlés ou en musique.

WED. 21 AUG. | 7pm | FREE ENTRY

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19 - 21 JULY|3 & 6PM|1200/-

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WORLD’S BEST Documentaries

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The State Against Mandela and the Others

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The State Against Mandela And The Others is based on recovered sound archives during a historic trial in 1963 and 1964 which transport us back into the thick of the courtroom where Nelson Mandela and eight others,like him, faced the death sentence. They were all subjected to pitiless crossexaminations and turned the tables on the state: South Africa’s Apartheid regime was in the dock.

Director: Nicolas Champeaux & Gilles Porte

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20 AUG.|6.30PM|FREE ENTRY

POETRY

29 AUG. | 6.30pm | FREE ENTRY

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Not in my Neigbourhood tells the intergenerational stories of the ways in which ordinary citizens respond to the policies, process and institutions driving contemporary forms of spatial violence. With the aim of building solidarity amongst active urban citizens, the film provides insights into the tools and approaches used by urban activist to shape and navigate their cities from the bottom up.

Not In My Neighbourhood Director: Kurt Orderson

20th Aug

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