Richardson, Texas – Laura Maczka, Mayor of Richardson, has issued an official proclamation from the city endorsing its support of AFRIMMA. “The City of Richardson welcomes African Muzik Magazine, The African Chamber of Commerce, African Artists, dignitaries, and ambassadors to the Eisemann Center for Performing Arts” said Maczka. “[We] look forward with anticipation to the first ever presentation of the AFRIMMA awards in the United States.”
International Television Powerhouse, Sound City, has signed on as a media partner and will broadcast the award show throughout Africa. The network has been dubbed as the “Pan- African Urban Music Channel”, and will provide the exclusive broadcast of Afrimma. “I do hereby recognize the African Muzik Magazine Awards and extend best wishes for an extraordinary event and congratulate all artist on their nominations” said Maczka. ” I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City to be affixed on this 26th day of July 2014.”
AFRIMMA is a highly anticipated award show celebrating the beauty of African music and artistry. The award show will take place Saturday, July 26, 2014 and will honor some of the world’s top African celebrity musical artists, managers, producers, dj’s, and cultural influencers. The star studded event will attract guests from various cities throughout the United States as well as guests and honorees from over 17 African Countries. This eagerly awaited event will be hosted by International Celebrity Comedian, Basket Mouth along with Nollywood Beauty Sensation and Actress, Juliet Ibrahim.
AFRIMMA will feature exclusive performances from some of the most sought after musicians, dancers and artist from Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, South Africa and more. The 2014 Award Show will take place at the Eisemann Center, a prestigious performance hall venue located in the heart of Dallas Suburban district, Richardson. The elegant venue boasts an impressive track record of high profile events which include theater productions, concerts, and various performance art related events. Confirmed artists include Iyanya, 2face,Stanley Enow, Flavour, Davido, Diamond Platinumz ,Fally Ipupa, Wyre, Miriam Chemmoss and more. Red Carpet Arrivals will begin @ 7:00 p.m. on July 26th, 2014, and the award show will begin promptly at 8:00 p.m. The Eisemann Center is located at 2351 Performance Dr, Richardson, TX 75082.
For general event information, log on to www.afrimma.com. For sponsorship or partnerships inquiries ,e-mail pr@jengerbread.com .For ticket information, log on to www.eisemanncenter.com or call (972) 744-4600.For press and media related inquiries, e-mail pr@jengerbread.com or call 1.888.907.2203 ext. 4.