Institut Français hosts literary festival, children's day, drama workshop and more...

The Institut Français in Nigeria invited the general public to “A Vous de Lire” (For You to Read), an annual celebration of books and readings, held on the 24th to the 26th of May, 2012, at the French Institute (a.k.a French Cultural Centre) in Abuja.

In collaboration with the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA) - Abuja Chapter, The Abuja Literary Society, Cassava Republic Press and Arojah Royal Theatre, the Institut Français presented three days of literary-themed events for the whole family, with the aim of promoting a love of reading and writing in Nigeria.

In celebration of Children’s Day, the Institute also hosted a special series of programmes for children on the 24th and 25th of May. The events culminated on Saturday 26th May in a drama workshop for invited schools at the Institute and a representation by the French School of Abuja of some scenes from the French play ‘l’Avare’ by the famous classic author Molière.

For youngsters, there was also a Children’s Fair hosted by Cassava Republic Press on Saturday, 26th May, at shop, No. 62b in the Arts and Crafts Village, Opposite the Abuja Sheraton from 12 noon to 6pm

The French Institute is located at 52, Libreville Street, Off Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse II, Abuja (behind M. Biggs).