Nubuke Foundation
| Issue 7 – July- August 2012 |
| The Nu’Sletter – your required reading for an insight into the arts in Ghana. |
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News and Events
Nubuke Drama
9 and 11 August 2012
The Nubuke stage burst to life with young talents in two plays- Sons and Daughters by Joe de Graft and Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. Parents and friends of budding actors were a pleasantly surprised audience rediscovering children's gifts. Thanks to Elizabeth Sutherland and Abena Dansowa Danso - two talented and devoted young directors for unearthing these talents.
Nubuke Workshops.
Marbling, Screenprinting, tie and dye...
Changes at Nubuke Foundation
Major changes to our gallery and office space till end of August.
We will be closed to the general public till then.
Workshops are still onoging. Please call for details.
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Other Events coming up
Nubuke Foundation/ SMBA collaboration- Time, Trade & Travel
Exhibition
25 August 2012 5-7pm
Continues till 21 October 2012
SMBA, Amsterdam
24 November - 3 February 2013
Nubuke Foundation, Accra
9 extremely talented artists from the Netherlands and Ghana exploring the centuries old relationship between our countries.
Artists are Bernard Akoi-Jackson, Dorothy Amenuke, Jeremiah Quarshie, Serge Clottey, Navid Nuur, Aukje Koks, Katarina Zdlejar, Zachary Formwalt, Iris Kensmil.
Exhibition in Amsterdam commences on 25 August 2012.
Eha-Lakasa- Ghana Poetry Group
Eha-Lakasa is a straight talk, street philosophy, spoken poetry and music performances session which happens at the Nubuke Foundation’s East Legon premises.
This community of poets promote and encourages free forms of self expression on the genre. Become a part of the experience.
Next date is 26 August at 6:00pm.
Exhibition:
Sliced from History- Florence Benson Art Collection
September 2012
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Our first ever exhibition of works of a prominent art collector is coming up in September 2012.
Florence Benson has been supporting many artists for over 40 years and what an insight her collection gives us!
It rightly chronicles the history of Ghana's contemporary art practice over this time. Also in her collection are other art forms and works of art from the West Africa region.
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Nubuke Cafe now open!
Fresh fruits juices, herbal teas, baked goods, light bites and seasonal foods at the only Oasis in the city...
Art Focus out now!
Art reviews, commentary on public art and urban spaces, photography, poetry and many more thought provoking topics on contemporary art in Ghana.
Post BECE 3 day workshops.
Weaving your own textiles from yarns
Accesories with beads- earrings, key-rings, necklaces, bracelets
Tie and dye, Marbling, Adire cloths and Screen printing.
Why not take the stress out of your life and combine your birthday parties with a tailor-made workshop? Our cafe can provide all the refreshments.
Nu Reading Club
Children are welcome to our drop-in reading sessions with a choice of books to read from our well stocked library. Monday to Thursday 3pm-4pm.
Art Focus out now!
Art reviews, commentary on public art and urban spaces, photography, poetry and many more thought provoking topics on contemporary art in Ghana.
Giftshop
New! Exciting jewellery from Teye Huagie's Collection.
Also on sale are purses, jewellery, Unique screen-print designed bags.
Other items include postcards, art prints, t-shirts, uniquely designed fabrics, Kente and jewellery.
Art Focus still available at GHC2:00.
Our grounds are available for cultural, creative or artistic events or evening receptions.
Call to discuss your requirements.
Join us on the online community on Facebook for up to date information on our programmes and contribute your views on the forum.
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Nubuke Foundation
7 Adamafio Close , East-Legon, Accra
Near Mensvic Grand Hotel
0277 44 55 96/ 0289 10 21 63/ 0244 61 09 70
Open: Tuesday – Saturday 10:30 am – 5:30pm
Sunday 12:00 noon – 4:00pm
www.nubukefoundation.org
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