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Institut Français Ghana, France Media Monde, RFI, and France 24 present « Medicine Man Orchestra »: an image and sound show around the universe of the West-African griots. It is free and open to the public, starting from 7:30pm on Thursday, November 26th at the Alliance Française d’Accra. Born from the meeting between the Beninese griot Seidou Barassounon and the French producer Mathieu Insa, this sensory journey brings together on stage percussions (Wura Samba), guitars (Justin Adams), electronic machines, and the incantations of the griot gathering artists from Burkina Faso, Senegal, Nigeria and the United-Kingdom. ------- L’Institut Français du Ghana, France Média Monde, RFI, et France 24 présentent « Medicine Man Orchestra » : un spectacle de sons et lumières autour de l’univers des griots d’Afrique de l’Ouest. Cet événement gratuit et ouvert au public débutera à 19h30 le jeudi 26 novembre à l’Alliance Française d’Accra. Né de la rencontre entre le griot béninois Seidou Barassounon et le producteur français Mathieu Insa, ce voyage sensoriel rassemble sur scène des percussions (Wura Samba), guitares (Justin Adams), machines électroniques et incantations des griots rassemblant des artistes burkinabés, sénégalais, nigérians et britanniques. (at Alliance Française d'Accra) https://www.instagram.com/p/CHxNwRqniEd/?igshid=12d1fp2b3mwxu

[Event] On the initiative of the Fédération Internationale des Professeurs de Français, the Journée du Prof de Français highlights the work of French teachers through activities and events to create a link and solidarity among the teachers. In 2020, this event gathers more than 200 activities and 500 institutions in the world around the following topic: “New links and new practices: projects for tomorrow”. In collaboration with the Ghana Association for French Teachers (GAFT) and the national coordination of the Centres Régionaux pour l’Enseignement du Français, the Embassy of France to Ghana and Institut Français Ghana will organise a festive day at the Alliance Française d’Accra. On the agenda: · Award ceremony of the “Concours de la Francophonie”2020 · Award ceremony of the GAFT contest 2020 · Show by pupils of Achimota Secondary School Due to the pandemic, the event will only be accessible on invitation. However, the day will be closed by « Medicine Man Orchestra », a visual and sound creation in the world of the griots of West Africa. This show is free and open to the public, starting from 7:30pm. Medecine Man Orchestra is supported by France Media Monde, RFI, France 24 and Institut Français Ghana. https://www.instagram.com/p/CHuf-OUnUDs/?igshid=lxs81iiu89qq

[New online content] Do you love French & Theatre? Here's a chance to acquaint yourself with the French language and culture! La Comédie française, a cultural institution created in 1680, is launching Comédie d'automne, an online programme line-up from Monday to Saturday, consisting of a weekly live news program, readings and exclusive theatrical creations to be seen on the Comédie-Française website, Facebook, Youtube and then as a podcast on Soundcloud. For more information, visit comedie-francaise.fr --------- [Nouveaux contenus en ligne] La Comédie française lance Comédie d’automne, une programmation en ligne du lundi au samedi, composée d’une émission hebdomadaire d’actualités en direct, de lectures et de créations théâtrales exclusives à voir sur le site internet de la Comédie-Française, Facebook, Youtube puis en podcast sur Soundcloud. Pour en savoir plus, visitez comedie-francaise.fr https://www.instagram.com/p/CHpZcyfna-r/?igshid=1xqs29e16f9wc

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS | CITÉ INTERNATIONALE DES ARTS - 2021 Institut français, with the support and delegation of the French Ministry of Culture and the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, subscribers of studios at the Cité internationale des arts, allows nearly 70 artists each year to benefit from a residency in the heart of Paris. The residency programme at the Cité internationale des arts is aimed at foreign artists, residing exclusively outside of France, who wish to undertake a research and creation project in Paris, for a period of three or six months. To learn how to apply, visit: www.pro.institutfrancais.com/en/programmes-and-projects/the-cite-internationale-des-arts Call for applications are open until 30/11/2020. --------------------------------------------------- APPEL À CANDIDATURES | CITÉ INTERNATIONALE DES ARTS - 2021 L’Institut français, avec le soutien et par délégation du ministère de la Culture et du ministère de l’Europe et des Affaires étrangères souscripteurs d’ateliers à la Cité internationale des arts, permet chaque année à près de 70 artistes de bénéficier d’une résidence au cœur de Paris. Le programme de résidences à la Cité internationale des arts s’adresse aux artistes étrangers, résidant exclusivement à l’étranger, qui souhaitent développer un projet de recherche et de création à Paris, pendant une durée de trois ou six mois. Pour plus d'informations, veuillez visitez: www.pro.institutfrancais.com/fr/offre/residences-a-la-cite-internationale-des-arts Deadline: 30/11/2020. https://www.instagram.com/p/CHfRk47g9mK/?igshid=14mmfq4qxz04s

[Press Release] The Heritage Photo Lab, a joint initiative by the Goethe-Institut and Institut Français Ghana, developed in the framework of the French-German Cultural Fund, has donated digitization equipment to the J.H. Kwabena Nketia Archives at the Institute of African Studies at the University of Ghana, Legon. The installation of the photo digitization equipment forms a key part of the photographic heritage conservation project developed through the initiative. The equipment donated to the Nketia Archives consists of a digitization scanner for photos and negatives; as well as a computer, software, storage devices and accessories. The mission of the Heritage Photo Lab project is to advocate for the preservation and sharing of Ghana's photographic heritage. Analogue photos, negatives and diapositives (slides) can all be digitized at the lab. Nuku Studio the creators of Nuku Photo Festival; Ghana's first festival of photographic encounters; and the Nubuke Foundation, the visual art and cultural institution based in East Legon, Accra are project partners along with the J. H. Kwabena Nketia Archives. The Heritage Photo Lab, beyond the physical workspace, is also a creative project that includes a curated exhibition and a symposium to exhibit and discuss its first collections - submitted by institutions and individuals - following a call for submissions earlier in March 2020. The photos, digitized by the Nketia Archives, are from Ghana's early post-independence era. They will be showcased to encourage the public to digitize its archives and take part in photo conservation. Photographic archives document our history and our fragile heritage. Proper preservation is needed to inspire younger generations. At the hand over, Prof. Dzodzi Tsikata, the Director of the Institute of African Studies and Judith Opoku-Boateng, the Head of the unit expressed their appreciation for the collaboration to further the work of the archive - one of the most important collections in the country. After this project, the Nketia Archives will be able to welcome individuals and institutions who wish to have their photographs digitized. (at University of Ghana) https://www.instagram.com/p/CHXQgdMnyuJ/?igshid=1ks9pfq9aclby

Call for applications – The African Delegation at Laval Virtual (2021) In the framework of La Saison Africa 2020, Institut Français is supporting Imisi 3d and Laval Virtual in organizing the first African Delegation at Laval Virtual, scheduled to take place from 14th to 18th April 2021 in France. Eligibility Imisi 3D and Laval Virtual welcome applications from African organisations, located on the African continent, who offer products and/or services in the extended reality technologies (XR). For the purposes of this application XR is the umbrella term for augmented, virtual and mixed reality. If selected, participation at LV21 is subject to receipt of a valid French visa if required. Apply ✍ Apply for the African Delegation now! https://lavalvirtual.typeform.com/to/CsP9s8UX Deadline Applications close on Friday, December 18th, 2020. https://www.instagram.com/p/CHP8vjHnifZ/?igshid=imlh18m9wykn

Supported by Institut français, la Saison Africa 2020 will present the points of view of African civil society on the continent and its recent diaspora. Exit Frame (Ghana) is a group composed of Adwoa Amoah, Ato Annan, Kelvin Haizel, Kwasi Ohene-Ayeh and Bernard Akoi-Jackson. The group, which has been operating as an artists collective since 2014, offers a critical discourse through writings, articles and debates in collaboration with private institutions in Ghana. The members of the collective - who have all simoultaneously developed their own artistic practice - use text, video, photography and performance in the public space.⁣ La Condition Publique will mobilise its Next Generation programme and will invite the Ghanaian group Exit Frame for productions in dialogue with the neighbourhood and its inhabitants. Find @_ExitFrame at in Roubaix @laconditionpublique. #ExitFrame #Ghana #SaisonAfrica2020 https://www.instagram.com/p/CHNReCLHTbZ/?igshid=s1js8jo7vdnp

CURATORIAL RESEARCH GRANT [AFRICA PROJECTS] CALL FOR ENTRIES, ENTER NOW DEADLINE DECEMBER 5, 2020 Rencontres d’Arles and Institut français are launching a curatorial research grant open to citizens of an African country who are based in Africa most of the time. The Rencontres d’Arles & Institut français curatorial research grant is aimed at African curators wishing to carry out an unprecedented exhibition project in connection with images/photography. The chosen project will unfold in two parts: - research - followed by an exhibition based on the results. The €20,000 grant includes: - €5,000 for research expenses - €15,000 to produce the exhibition. Vist the link below to apply: bit.ly/Arles2021 ----------------------- BOURSE DE RECHERCHE CURATORIALE [PROJETS AFRIQUE] APPEL À CANDIDATURES JUSQU'AU 5 DÉCEMBRE 2020 Les Rencontres d’Arles et l’Institut français lancent la deuxième édition de la bourse de recherche curatoriale ouverte aux ressortissants d’un pays africain, établis la majorité du temps sur le continent africain. La bourse de recherche curatoriale des Rencontres d’Arles & de l’Institut français d’un montant de 20 000 € s’adresse aux commissaires d’exposition du continent africain souhaitant réaliser un projet inédit d’exposition en lien avec l’image / la photographie et s’inscrivant sur le territoire. Le projet retenu se déroulera en deux phases : - temps de recherche autour d'un projet d'exposition ; - production de l'exposition (après validation). La bourse d’un montant maximum de 20 000 euros se compose : - d’un premier montant acquis pour le lauréat de 5 000 euros de frais de recherche. - d’un second montant de 15 000 euros pour la production de l’exposition. Pour en savoir plus, veuillez visitez: bit.ly/Arles2021 (at France) https://www.instagram.com/p/CHK9mBsnlvW/?igshid=zp1hv4iry29a

Join Saisonafrica2020 tomorrow, 4th november at 10am to follow their Saison Africa 2020 Press Conference that will be broadcasted live from @citedessciences, their website and social media! ----- Rejoignez Saisonafrica2020 demain, 4 novembre à 10h pour suivre leur conférence de presse de la Saison Africa 2020 qui sera diffusée en direct de la @citedessciences, leur site web et les réseaux sociaux ! #SaisonAfrica2020 https://www.instagram.com/p/CHI2OvHH2tn/?igshid=r5cxif81hkg5

INVITATION TO CRITLAB 2020 PUBLIC FORUM Saturday October 31 2020 10AM- 5PM Venue: FCA-Ghana Project Space [1st Circular Cres. Cantonment, Accra - Dubois Centre] Public Forum: For twelve days since 20th October 2020, 12 artists, art writers and curators, have been involved in rigorous discussion sessions, presentations, focused readings, group critique, site/studio visits, and film screenings, whilst critically reflecting on the commitments and responsibilities associated with contemporary art, curating, and art criticism. With this public forum, the participants and facilitators engage in panel discussions and presentations which offer them an opportunity to share some of the ideas that they have been developing, with a live and virtual audience. Participants: Blaykyi Kenyah, Blebo Michael Jackson, David Kojo Derban, Hanson Akatti, Isshaq Ismail, Kwabena Agyare, Jesse Jojo Johnson, Nana Adwoa Frema Amoabeng, Prince Amanfo, Sharifah lIssaka, Sheilla Aishetu Nelson, and Yaa Addae. Facilitators: Adwoa Amoah (Ghana), Ato Annan (Ghana), Dr. Bernard Akoi - Jackson, (Ghana), Kelvin Haizel (Ghana), Kwasi Ohene-Ayeh (Ghana), Nontobeko Ntombela (South Africa), Dr. Bonaventure Soh Bejeng Ndikung (Germany), George Bumma Ampratwum (Ghana), Ibrahim Mohammed Mahama (Ghana), Fatric Bewong (Ghana), Selom Kudjie (Ghana), Dr. Dorothy Akpene Amenuke, (Ghana), Nana Osei Kwadwo (Ghana), Chiara Figone (Senegal/Italy), Renzo Martens (The Netherlands/DR. Congo), and Shane Aslan Selzer (USA). This project has been initiated by Foundation for Contemporary Art-Ghana, in partnership with ExitFrame Collective, blaxTARLINES KUMASI and SCCA Tamale. Funding for this programme has been provided by Foundation for Contemporary Art-Ghana, Foundation for Arts Initiatives (FfAl), Goethe-Institut, Ghana, Institut Français Ghana and Tijay Mohammed. #institutfrancaisgh #fcaghana #exitframe #critlab2020 (at Du Bois Centre) https://www.instagram.com/p/CG7VUNoHUYw/?igshid=u7won0dsbcy8

Institut Français is supporting Foundation for Contemporary Art (FCA)-Ghana in organizing its inaugural CritLab 2020. In collaboration with Exit Frame Collective, blaxTARLINES KUMASI and SCCA Tamale, the programme is scheduled to be held from October 20th – 31st, 2020. This maiden edition of CritLab will host 12 participants including artists, art writers, and curators who are currently based in Ghana. It is designed as a 12-day intensive programme adaptable to the framework of the participants’ practices, irrespective of form, medium or genre. Participants: Blaykyi Kenyah, Blebo Michael Jackson, David Kojo Derban, Hanson Akatti, Isshaq Ismail, Kwabena Agyare, Jesse Jojo Johnson, Nana Adwoa Frema Amoabeng, Prince Amanfo, Sharifah Issaka, Sheilla Aishetu Nelson, and Yaa Addae. CritLab at FCA-Ghana October 20th – 31st, 2020 (Sessions will be private except the public presentation) For more information, please visit : critlab.fcaghana.org email [email protected], call +233 592399923 https://www.instagram.com/p/CGkH3GoH4Jz/?igshid=kitvoskxr8gl

Socharart Ensemble is proud to present its first choreography show of the year “Dark Side”. The performance is choreographed by Julius Yaw Quansah and produced by special arrangements with Alliance Francaise-Kumasi and Ashanti Poetry Records Inc. “Dark Side”, tells a true story of an awful experience that happened among colleagues at the same work environment. The story is enacted through body movements, gestures and expressions in general. The performance involves live singing, captivating poetry recitals and energetic live drumming of traditional instruments. Date : 13th November, 2020 Venue : Alliance Francaise, Kumasi Rate : Free! Save the Date! https://www.instagram.com/p/CGZ6WLNHhTw/?igshid=13dybqzufiuyb

Vous parlez français et aimez écrire ? Participez au 37e Prix international du Jeune Écrivain de langue française ! Organisé par l’Association du Prix du Jeune Écrivain (PJE), ce concours récompense chaque année des œuvres de fiction (nouvelles, contes ou récits) en langue française par de jeunes auteurs de toutes nationalités âgés de 16 à 26 ans, autour d’un thème complètement libre. Les lauréats verront leur nouvelle éditée dans un recueil aux éditions Buchet-Chastel. Il s’agit d’un véritable tremplin pour les jeunes qui souhaitent se professionnaliser dans l’écriture, à l’image d’auteurs reconnus tels Marie Darrieussecq, Kaouther Adimi ou Miguel Bonnefoy qui sont d’anciens lauréats. Le calendrier est le suivant : - 15 octobre : ouverture des inscriptions en ligne sur le site www.pjet.net/inscription-au-prix-du-jeune-ecrivain - 3 février 2021 à 12h (heure de Paris) : date limite de réception des nouvelles - Du 3 février à septembre 2021 : lecture et sélection par le jury Pour toute information complémentaire, vous pouvez contacter l’Association PJE, depuis l’étranger, au travers du numéro suivant +33 5 61 56 84 84 ou via l’adresse [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/p/CGUxQrjnonS/?igshid=1anmw7u1c1hry

In the framework of its first Online Visual Arts FOCUS, Institut français is inviting artists from the French art scene and curators for online talks. The main goal of the FOCUS is to promote artists from the French art scene, and more specifically from Marseille, and to initiate meetings between artists, curators and professionals from the art scene worldwide. We hope these meetings will be fruitful and encourage future collaborations between the French art scene and art scenes from other countries throughout the world. Date: 19 to 23 October 2020 Artists presented during Manifesta 13 and the Paris Art Week are also represented within these online conversations that will be available for broadcasting on the Institut français’ website. Proposals for professional guests (curators, directors of institutions) for FOCUS should be sent in by 12 October. For more info please visit: https://manifesta.org/ https://www.instagram.com/p/CGPWiXHHFhD/?igshid=wnontvu263fi

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