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I spent my last weekend on a research trip in Benin with an amazing group of people, hosted by @studio.pandc in collaboration with @ewalolu.benin .

From our stop at @case_nomade_gallery to visiting the home of one of Benin’s great artists, Monsiuer Julian Shizogan, and exploring @lagrandeplacebenin , it was a weekend of art, culture, new discoveries and, of course, vibes.

Grateful for the experience. 🇧🇯✨ @ogoh_clem @phoebe.anne.mfula @thom_afrique

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My experimental dance film, Frail Body, created in collaboration with @mrsamibom and @_simphony1 , was screened at @studio.pandc group exhibition alongside beautiful contemporary artists, in a beautiful effort to foster cultural exchange between Benin and Nigeria.

This recap captures less than half of my experience because, somewhere along the way, I found myself choosing to live in the moment rather than document it. Still, I’m so honoured to have been part of something so beautiful, and incredibly grateful for the experience.

There was also a printmaking workshop hosted by the lovely @phoebe.anne.mfula , along with other activities that made the experience even more special. There was so much to take in and so much to appreciate.

Thank you to everyone who made this experience worthwhile. Thank you @mrsamibom thank you, @ogoh_clem thank you @thom_afrique
Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this possible and to everyone whose work, presence, and generosity made the experience what it was.

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Last month, I visited Bright Achievers School to document the introduction of circus into the educational system. It was an opportunity to witness how art can exist beyond conventional spaces and become part of how children learn, think, and engage with the world. I’m grateful to have documented this chapter of @slum_circus and I look forward to seeing what it grows into in the years to come.

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It was awesome...from start to finish. Being part of a powerful movement that changes the narrative and perception of what should allowed to exist in the vicinity of the eco system of expression.

I will never forget this.
Thank you @mrsamibom
Thank you @nationaltheatrenigeria .
Thank you @euinnigeria .

#lagoscontemporarycircusfestival

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Inaugural Film Screening & Performance: Frail Body

“The body is our first encounter with time.” Frail Body, a film by Faizat Shuaib & Samuel Udoh @mrsamibom , will be screened for the first time publicly, accompanied by a live performance. We invite you to experience this confluence of cinema and live movement. Music by Lawrence Simeon Promise.

Tamarin Hotel, Cotonou
Saturday, 10 October, 5:30 PM

Part of the Routes & Crossings 2026 Cultural Program. Register through the program signup form via the link in our bio.

#RoutesAndCrossings #RoutesAndCrossings2026 #FrailBody #AfricanFilm #MovingImage PerformanceArt WestAfricanArt CulturalExchange CulturalProgram ContemporaryAfricanArt

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‎Bare ankles are cute.
‎Adorned ankles? Now we're talking.
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‎DM to order yours.
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‎#anklets
‎#ankletlove
‎#beadedjewelry
‎#handmadeinnigeria
‎#uacreativeenterprise

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Swimming in new waters.... it's part of the journey. My journey, Lagos' journey in the aspect of spreading herr wings
@lagoscircusfestival ,@mrsamibom ...the man with the playful, but deep imagination, hoping that imagination will affect the eco system in a positive way

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Did a thing with the @slum_circus yesterday.
And I also had a workshop and performed for the next generation of circus. Thank you @slum_circus for having see yall next week @nationaltheatrenigeria

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Last night at Afrocan Studio, we opened the first edition of our new series, “Tomorrow’s Traditions” a space for artistic exchange, dialogue, reflection, and the exploration of how contemporary African stories can shape the traditions of tomorrow.

For our inaugural edition, we hosted choreographer Miss Lulu, presenting her compelling choreographic work, “Journal of 7.” The work was exhibited across our studio and office spaces, transforming the environment into an intimate landscape where movement, memory, identity, dance and lived experience could meet.

“Journal of 7” draws deeply from the choreographer’s personal experiences and reflections across Nigeria and the United Kingdom, exploring the complexities of belonging, migration, family, belief, culture, and the ways our experiences continue to shape who we become.

Following the exhibition was an insightful Q&A session with Miss Lulu and Obiajulu Ozegbe , offering audiences an opportunity to look the choreographic production and into the thoughts, questions, memories, and experiences that informed the creation of the work.

Tomorrow’s Traditions is about creating a platform where artists and audiences can gather, question, listen, share, and imagine. It is a continuation of Afrocan Studio’s commitment to supporting contemporary African creativity while creating meaningful conversations around the works and ideas shaping our cultural future.

Gratitude to everyone who joined us for this first edition and contributed to the conversation.

This is only the beginning.
What traditions are we creating for tomorrow?

#Afrocan #AfrocanStudio #TomorrowsTraditions #JournalOf7 #AfricanDance

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‎What happens when we stop performing and finally allow ourselves to be seen?
‎When we put down the ego, loosen our grip on expectations and dare to show up as we truly are.
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‎Perhaps that is where real intimacy begins.
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‎PLAISIR 4.0 is coming.
‎This time, we go UNMASKED.
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‎A night of sensuality, vulnerability, art, honest conversations, desire and everything we often leave unsaid.
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‎Vulnerability as the sexiest thing in a relationship.
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‎Saturday, 5th December 2026.
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‎Save the date.
‎The masks are coming off.
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‎#Plaisir4
‎#unmasked
‎#sensualexploration
‎#intimateconversations
‎#lagosevents
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🎪 SCHOOL CIRCUS LAB
From 31 August – 25 September, Slum Circus: Grassroots 2026 takes circus into participating secondary schools across Lagos.
Through movement, play, balance, acrobatics, juggling, trust, teamwork and creative exploration, students will have the opportunity to discover circus and perhaps discover something new about themselves along the way.

The School Circus Lab is not only about learning circus skills. It is about confidence, curiosity, imagination, discipline, collaboration and discovering new possibilities.

And as Grassroots reaches its final days, the learning and experiences from these encounters feed into the wider Community Circus Lab & Festival Prelude on 25–26 September.

From the school → to the community → to the festival.

📅 31 August – 25 September 2026
📍 Participating schools across Lagos

For enquiries, collaboration, support or sponsorship - contact:
📞 +234 912 032 4713 or +234 704 139 6268
📧 slumcircusinitiative@gmail.com

📹 @gkb_uniacademy 🤍

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