Tuesday, June 19, 2012

ROYAL ARTS NEWS UPDATE!


It has been an eventful year at Royal Arts Academy; New entrants, faces,budding stars and exciting productions.  Here are some of our highlights so far: 

1.    The successful screening of 'I’ll Take My Chances' in cinemas nationwide.
2.    The filming of the Royal Arts Academy Student’s soap: A perfect love.
3.    The second half of the year promises to be no less eventful. 

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·       I'll Take My Chances explores the age old rift between religion and tradition, the archaic and the Enlightened as seen through the eyes of two star-crossed lovers.


Kiss and Tell: Iyke, the ultimate player is the best of friends with Bernard, except when it comes to Blue Quest, the firm they run together. When Delphine, a gorgeous divorcee who has sworn of men, walks into Iyke’s life, he makes a wager with his friend to sleep with her in ten days or sell his controlling shares in the company. What Iyke didn’t bargain for, was fall for his prey.

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IUdeme Mi: Ima is the only daughter of a wealthy man who indulges her a lot. When he died unexpectedly, he leaves his wealth to her on one condition: She has to be married.  To resolve the situation, she marries Asuquo who was to help her claim her inheritance. But unknown to Ima and her relatives, Asuquo had other plans.
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Okon goes to School: A Sequel to Okon Lagos. After Okon, an encentric hunter wastes a fortune on wine and women, he enrols in University to study Money Management. What he doesn’t bargain for is cultism and women trouble, and what school doesn’t bargain for is Okon and his crazy antics.

·       Kokomma:  Kokomma has to hawk to support her family.But being a pretty girl, men wants to buy more than the products on offer. Her mother decides to send her to Lagos to save her from men’s prying eyes. But will she really be safe?

·       Bridge of Hope: Kufre has a phobia for commitment. Until he meets Chisom, a young girl with a troubled past and many secrets. Can his love stand the test of time?

·       Mrs Somebody:
Kaira wants to marry. It doesn’t matter who. She is willing to do anything just to be called Mrs Somebody.


Other releases:
Holding Hope, Midnight Whispers,Broken Silence, 
Weekend Getaway.















Monday, May 28, 2012

PICTURES FROM THE PREMIERE OF THE SHORT FILM: SILVER LINING

On Sunday May 27, 2012 Royal Arts Academy in conjunction with the Patrick Speech and Language Center decided to celebrate 'Children's Day' by premiering 'Silver Lining' a short film on Autism. The film was produced by Emem Isong and Co-Produced by Uduak Isong Oguamanam. Screenplay was written by Rita C. Onwurah and it was directed by Tomrobson Uko.

The event was graced with the presence of some pupils of Patrick Speech & Language center and their families, well respected people of the society as well as Nollywood personalities.

The premiere was a huge success and the proprietress of Patrick Speech and Language Center, Mrs. Dotun Akande couldn't hide her joy.

See pictures from the event below.

Mrs. Dotun Akande

Emem Isong


Mrs. Dotun Akande & Uduak Isong Oguamanam



Some staff of Royal Arts Academy






Mrs. Dotun Akande & Bola Aduwo of Nollywooduncut


Dr. Chidi Oguamanam





Dr. & Mrs. Oguamanam


Mrs. Akande poses with staff of Patrick Speech & Language Center


Mr. Whoba Ogo one of the cast of the film






Mrs. Akande & Mr. Ogo



Nollywood Actress, Ufuoma Ejenobor

Mrs. Akande & her husband Mr. Akande




A student of Patrick Speech & Lang Center with her family
Rita C. Onwurah

The Akande family




Mrs. Akande & Emem Isong







Obiora Olife & his mum



Monalisa Chinda

Ini Edo Ehiangiwa

Susan Peters

Omoni Oboli

Desmond Elliot, Susan Peters, Emem Isong, Omoni Oboli & Monalisa Chinda

Yolanda Okereke


Sunday, May 13, 2012

SILVER LINING SET TO PREMIERE THIS MAY!


Royal Arts Academy in conjunction with Patrick Speech & Languages Centre is set to premiere a short film, 'Silver Lining' on 27th May 2012.  
The movie is which is played by Monalisa Chinda is about  a mother who struggles with a child who suffers with autism, a neurological disorder that affects the brain and social communication of children.  The film was produced by Emem Isong, co-produced by Uduak Oguamanam, directed by Tom Robson. Screenplay was by Rita C. Onwurah. 

Venue: 10A Services 10 Ikoya street, off Macpherson street, Ikoyi, Lagos. 
Time; 4pm Red Carpet: 6pm

Monday, April 16, 2012

VIEWING TIMES FOR GLAMOUR SOAP, 'CATWALQ' NOW OUT!


Great news Tweeps! 'Catwalq' the much touted glamorous soap is now showing on TV stations in Nigeria!  Viewing Times: 
AKBC Uyo Sun| 7.00-7.30pm 
ITV Benin Sat| 6.00 - 6.30pm 
TVC Lag Tues| 7- 8.00pm 
CRBC Cal Sat | 6-7.00pm
Make sure you tune in to catch it!  See what all the fuss is about! Lol!

Viewing of  on TV was made possible by the support of Woobs Resources (The Arena Market) & Airtel 

Saturday, March 24, 2012

ROYAL ARTS ACADEMY SHOOTS STUDENT'S FILM!

In what must be cheering news to many, Royal Arts Academy has started shooting its very first production, fully acted and manned by students of the school! 








Some students in a scene from the film.
Uduak Oguamanam (Deand of Studies) with Belinda and Okeoma 
Ijeoma Agu & Ifeanyi Kalu (RAA Alumni)

The school which kicked off in 2010 has finally fulfilled its promise of producing its first production using mostly students from the academy. They acted in front of the camera and manywere behind the scenes, in the capacity as make up artistes, costumiers, production managers, assistant cameramen, production assistants etc.
A set in the production (Royal Arts Academy office ingeniously converted to a hospital room!)


The organisation is running into its 2nd year now and has so far churned out over two hundred graduants; many of whom have gone on to star in major productions on television & in Nollywood.  The School Dean of Studies, Uduak Oguamana says; 'It is important for people to see the wealth of talent that abounds in our students, thats why we have decided to shoot the film. Though some have appeared in some of our productions and soaps this particular production was written specifically with them in mind. I believe they will go far with it.'
In the same vein; Proprietor of the school Emem Isong said; 'At Royal Arts Academy, we keep our promises! Our vision is to be the foremost Media academy that produces future stars. That is exactly what we are doing'.
Stay tuned to see when and where this prouction will debut! 
For further information about the school contact them on email: royalartacademy@gmail.com| check out their websitewww.royalartsacademy.tv| Blog: www.royalartsacademy.blogspot.com|  
The academy is also on Facebook 'Royal Arts Academy' and you can also follow them on their Twitter handle @TeamRAA1