Pawstudios Africa Calls For Creative Participants at Lagos Fringe.
Open Call for Hybrid Identities: Merging Boundaries
Are you are an emerging creative? Participate in Lagos Fringe’s open call for theatre, dance , comedy , spoken words and visual arts organized by Pawstudios Africa. This is a multi-disciplinary arts festival showcase opportunity for debutant and emerging creatives
The highly anticipated Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (LCCI) 2nd Annual Symposium Easter Festival Parade is just around the corner, and excitement is building. Scheduled for Thursday, April 17th 2025, at Movenpick hotel, Ikoyi, this year’s event, themed “Celebrating and Embracing Impactful Positive Change: Consolidating the Creative, Entertainment and Cultural Ecosystem against a Challenging Socio-Economic Environment – The Way Forward,” promises to be an unforgettable experience.
XA Model Management: Shaping the Careers of Nigerian Models
Under the creative direction of Ovo Ogufere, XA Model Management has been instrumental in shaping the careers of Nigerian models, both locally and internationally. With a keen eye for talent and a deep understanding of the industry, Ovo has helped numerous models achieve success and recognition.
Rara Avis Model Jules Set to Slay the Runway
One such talent is Jules, a stunning model from Rara Avis, who is also a dancer and theatre arts graduate, who will make her debut on the runway at the LCCI Symposium Easter Festival Parade. Standing at an impressive 5’8″, with a rich toffee coloured skin, Jules is poised to make a lasting impression. With XA Model Management’s expertise and guidance, Jules is set to benefit from the partnership, gaining valuable experience and exposure in the industry.
A Star-Studded Lineup
The LCCI Symposium Easter Festival Parade will feature a star-studded lineup of guest speakers and panelists, including Alibaba, Ovo Ogufere, Dr. Yetty Ogunnubi, Aduke Gomez, Dr. Ngozi Omambala, Toki Mabogunje, Dr. Chinyere Almona and many more. It is hosted by the chairman of council and President of LCCI, Mr Gabriel Idahosa FCA. The event aims to explore ways to consolidate the creative, entertainment, and cultural ecosystem in the face of socio-economic challenges.
What to Expect
The LCCI Symposium Easter Festival Parade promises to be an exciting event, with:
Fashion Showcase: Witness Jules and other models sashay down the runway, showcasing the latest fashion trends.
Insightful Discussions: Engage with industry experts and thought leaders as they discuss ways to drive positive change in the creative, entertainment, and cultural ecosystem.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals, industry professionals, and potential collaborators.
Rara Avis: Nurturing Talent
Rara Avis, the renowned entertainment company, has been instrumental in nurturing talent and providing a platform for aspiring models and multihyphenate creatives to shine. With Jules’ debut, Rara Avis is set to make a significant impact on the fashion scene, solidifying its reputation as a hub for creative expression.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to experience the fusion of fashion, entertainment, and culture. Mark your calendars for the LCCI Symposium Easter Festival Parade and get ready to be wowed by Jules’ debut on the runway!
At the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, notable debutant screenwriters included Hailey Gates (Atropia), Rashad Frett (Ricky), and Lin Que Ayoung (co-writer of Ricky), as well as the fellows selected for the Screenwriters Lab and Screenwriters Intensive programs.
Hailey Gates: wrote and directed “Atropia,” which won the U.S. Grand Jury Prize: Dramatic. Rashad Frett: directed and wrote “Ricky,” which won the Directing Award: U.S. Dramatic, and was co-written by Lin Que Ayoung.
Sundance Screenwriters Lab and Intensive Fellows:
The Sundance Institute announced the fellows selected for the 2025 Screenwriters Lab and Screenwriters Intensive programs.
These programs provide emerging artists with a space to develop their first and second independent features. Fellows include:
Andrea Ellsworth Joanne Mony Park Catalina Torres Melina Valdez Kasey Elise Walker
Other notable debut films:
“By Design”: written and directed by Amanda Kramer.
“Lurker”: written and directed by Alex Russell, who previously wrote for “The Bear” and “Beef”. “Sorry, Baby”: written and directed by Eva Victor.
“Together”: written and directed by Michael Shanks. “Love, Brooklyn”: directed by Rachael Abigail Holder. “Bubble & Squeak”: directed by Evan Twohy. “Bunnylovr”: directed by Katarina Zhu. “Kiss of the Spider Woman”: written and directed by Bill Condon.
