By Christian Agadibe
The Lagos Theater Festival held on Saturday, March 2 brought together a diverse array of theatrical performances, captivating audiences and reinforcing the festival’s commitment to providing a platform for cultural exchange, while bridging the artistic landscapes between Nigerian talents and their global counterparts.
The festival, which was graced by top artistes like Joke Silva, Francis Onwuchei among others, showcased the talent and creativity of local and international theatre artistes with three plays, musicals and poetry performances.
From immersive conversations around the theatre to thought-provoking dramas, attendees were treated to a rich tapestry of storytelling that reflected the cultural vibrancy of the Lagos Theatre Festival.
This year’s edition of the festival highlighted the power of theatre to bridge gaps and foster understanding in a world marked by differences, with captivating performances from Niall De Burca, a top storyteller from Ireland at the Soiree/Press Night on Thursday, February 29. The Ambassador of Ireland to Nigeria, Mr Peter Ryan, also reaffirmed Ireland’s commitment to more partnerships with the Lagos Theatre Festival.
Theatre lovers could not contain their excitement at the rich array of drama productions curated by Lydia Idakula, the artistic director. Each of the plays showcased included Anatomy of a Woman by Nevana Productions, Tuti by Kininso Koncepts Productions and Before I Let You Go by B/Rated. In addition, the showcase featured a conversation with Ms Tola Akerele, incoming Director General of National Theatre, providing a platform for exchanging ideas and knowledge among theatre enthusiasts, professionals, and emerging talents.
Speaking, Bikiya Graham-Douglas, Executive Director, stated, “The Lagos Theatre Festival continues to be a beacon for the arts, fostering creativity and promoting cultural dialogue. We are thrilled with the overwhelming response from the artistic community and the public.”