Entertainment Week Lagos (EWL) officially began its festivities on December 13th at the Livespot Entertarium with a spirited launch party that set the stage for a whirlwind of inspiration, collaboration, and fun that promises to reshape the continent’s cultural landscape. 

The event had in attendance several top entertainment industry nobilities like Sunday Are, Uti Nwachukwu, Elozonam, Kaffy, Prince Nelson, Nancy Isime, Alex Unusual and a host of others who came out to celebrate the launch of this year’s EWL.

Darey Art Alade, co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Livespot360, personally guided guests on a tour through the bold, innovative, and unapologetically expressive space, introducing the hubs that will play host to the upcoming cool, impressive stuff like masterclasses, panels, and workshops, along with a special spot for young creators called Gen Z Republik. He mentioned that the aim is to nurture talents, build capacity and facilitate investments and funding rounds for the entertainment industry members. Anticipation for the intellectual and creative exchange that the week holds surely mounted. 

 

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Performances by The Loud Choir, Eltee Skhillz, DJ Spinall, DJ Neptune, DJ Deluxe kept the vibe buzzing. Definitely can’t forget about the delicious food and refreshing drinks that kept everyone energised.

Designed to elevate and empower the African creative scene, Entertainment Week Lagos promises to be an immersive experience bringing together diverse voices, ideas, and talents.

 

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The platform aspires to be the definitive voice for Lagos’s creative explosion, spotlighting its burgeoning music scene, buzzing film industry, and thriving art and fashion communities. Panel sessions will tackle pressing issues like representation, monetization, and the future of African entertainment. Masterclasses led by industry veterans like Nigerian entertainment mogul, Mo Abudu and more will offer invaluable insights, while workshops will provide practical skills for aspiring artists, entrepreneurs, storytellers, etc.

If the launch party was any indication, the next seven days are going to be an amazing ride. To register and stay in the know, visit www.ewlagos.com. Registration is free.

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