Event Board: #9
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PODCASTS
Calling all podcasters! Here’s your weekly fix of the most exciting events filled with nuggets for career growth!
AFRIPODS Virtual Pod Class
Join Afripods for the first ever Virtual Pod Class happening on Thursday, April 18th, from 7-8 PM EAT. It's your chance to delve into ground-breaking monetization strategies with Kevin Y Brown.
A special guest will be sharing insights on leveraging the innovative features of their platform to maximise your podcast's reach.
You won't want to miss it! Register now 👇
The Creator Village
The Creator Village is a vibrant space dedicated to the craft of podcasting and content creation in all its forms just for you. Varieties of events have been designed for 22-23 May 2024, two days podcasting boot camp, live podcast recording with TYX Studio, and many more.
Clink on the link below to reserve your seat.
Live Nation Tour Podcast and Chill
With Mac G
The podcast and Chill event promises to be an exciting experience which is holding 13 April from 6pm-10pm at Bloemfontein Civic Theatre, 8 Markgraaff St. This captivating live podcast promises an unforgettable experience, blending comedy, topics of interest, and live performances with mesmerizing visuals.
Click below to learn more about this event.
Podcasting Moms Conference
The first ever Conference for Mom Podcasters an empowering one-day event designed exclusively for mom podcasters Taking place on the 15th of April 2024. Be there to network and collaborate with other moms in podcasting, nourish your creativity and transform your mind.
Click on the link below to register.
The Black Effect Podcast Festival
By B Daht and Pretty Vee
The Black Effect Podcast Festival hosted by B Daht and Pretty Vee is taking place on 27 April 2024 at Pullman Yards, Atlanta, GA, from 11 am-8 pm. This event promises to be a great day filled with live podcasts, music, delicious food, and lots more! The Black Effect Podcast aims to be an accessible event, with a dedication to continually improve their efforts to make sure the attendees have access to all the event amenities.
Click on the link below to register for the event.
Shisanyama Weekend
By Zandy Shejay and Podcast and Chill Network
This event is hosted by Zandy Sheshay from 21-23 June 2024 at 301 North Wood Avenue, Linden, United States. This event promises an entire day of fun and food while experiencing the total African lifestyle. They will also be recording a live session of “Podcast and Chill with Magic.”
If you’d love to attend this event, click the link below to get your ticket.
Voiceover
Immerse yourself in events that are set to give you unforgettable experiences in the voiceover industry! Get into the captivating world of voice acting, where you get to learn from industry experts and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
An Invitation to Critical Thought in an Ephemeral Field
With Sarah Montagne
This webinar is going to be featuring Sarah Montague, who is an associate professor at The New School. This webinar aims to explore artists, intentions, poetics, structures, and themes in significant works. This webinar is free to attend and will be held on 11 April 2024 at 3 pm PT / 6 pm ET.
Click on the link below to register for the webinar.
SPOKEN WORD/POETRY
Step into a realm where words dance, emotions echo, and the heartbeat of humanity is rhythmically unveiled — welcome to the mesmerizing world of spoken word and poetry events.
The 2024 Plunkett Poetry Festival
The 2024 Plunkett Poetry Festival will be held on 27 April 2024. This festival is held every year in memory of Terry and Duff, both poets. This event is going to feature panel discussions, readings, an open mic, a keynote event, and a reception. The festival is free and open to all, but reservations are encouraged for the keynote address to ensure adequate seating.
Click on the link below to make a reservation.
2024 Poetry Fest
By The Shore Poets and Long Beach Public Library
The poetry festival is going to be held 13-14 April 2024. This festival will feature many activities, including featured readings, open mics, flash mobs, poetry circles, performance poetry, typewriter poetry, book sales, and more!
Click on the link below to register for the event.
Free Verse Poetry Book and Magazine Fair
By The Poetry Society
Free Verse Poetry and Magazine Fair is happening on Saturday, 20 April 2024, in London. It promises to be a day of conversation and shopping, an unrivaled opportunity to browse the best in contemporary poetry publishing, and to meet publishers, organizations, and poets.
Click on the link below to register for the event.
Cuirt International Festival of Literature
The Cuirt International Festival of Literature will be taking place in Galway, Ireland, from 23-28 April 2024. Several Bloodaxe poets will be appearing at this event.
Click on the link below for more details about this event.
Mista Silas: The Tale of Unheard Voices
Join Pariolodo and other poets on the 23rd and 24th of May, for a powerful spoken word poetry production, Mista Silas: The Tale of Unheard Voices.
This powerful performance poetry piece would be a journey through narratives that often go unheard, echoing the voices that demand to be acknowledged.
Entry is FREE!
Click on the link below to learn more about this event.
MEDIA
Audio creatives do not thrive in isolation. As such, we are always on the lookout for the hottest events to keep you connected and on top of your game!
SOUTH SOUTH MEDIA WEEK 2024
Niger Delta’s most inspiring and exciting conference, the 5th edition this 2024 comes with an exciting twist as they unveil a trade fair, more impactful sessions & lots of surprises on Friday, 26th April 2024 with over 20 sessions.
Click on the link below to learn more.
OTHER
See other events that you might be interested in.
AFRICAN WOMEN WRITING WORKSHOP
By Cassava Republic
Cassava Republic Press invites African women non-fiction writers to a writing workshop. This is a 10-day residential workshop of creativity and collaboration taking place Johannesburg in July 2024. African women residing on the continent who are passionate about non-fiction writing.
Submit your entry now for an opportunity to collaborate closely with a renowned Black female author and potentially see your work featured in our upcoming anthology, "Taboo!"
Click on the link below to register and be a part of this event.
FASHION AND ARTS 2.0
Join the African Fashion and Arts Business and mentorship submit 2.0 on the 13th of April 2024 at the Civic Centre, VI Lagos, Nigeria.
Limited slot available, click on the link below to register.
EL PADRINO JAZZ NIGHT
Experience El Padrino Jazz Night every Thursday at 8:30 pm! Immerse yourself in live tunes from De Dynamics and keep the vibes going with DJ Grandmasterque and Tomboch on the Talking drum.
Click on the link below to reserve your spot.
⏰Live recording: Your Voice Matters with Muthoni Waigwa and Alexis Ngunyi. On 12th April, 2024. Register here
⏰The 2024 African Heritage Awards ceremony will be taking place in Lagos 13 April, 2024. Click Here
⏰The Strategic Transformation and Management of Broadcast Media Organizations event is taking place 15 April 2024 in Las Vegas, USA. Click Here
⏰International Journalism Festival is slated for 17-21 April 2024 in Italy. Click Here
⏰Eko Anime Festival 3.0 on 13th April, 2024. Click Here
Audience Data, Measurement, and Monetisation for Broadcast Media will take place from 23-24 April 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Register Here
Kuonyesha Art Fund 2024 Small Grant Applications are Now Open for African Artists/Creatives. Deadline: May 3rd, 2024. Click Here
The Builders Summit is a one-day summit for Founders Connect slated to take place in Lagos on the 25 May 2024. Register here
The Association of Voice-Over Artists will host a 3-day Masterclass in three languages for young and upcoming Voiceover talents, 24-26th April, 2024. Learn more
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