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From Fred Ezeh, Abuja
Students of Brickhall School, Abuja, hosted their parents, friends, and well wishers, to an art interpretation of the Things Fall Apart a book authored and published some decades ago by renowned Nigerian writer, late Chinua Achebe.
The event took place at the school premises in Abuja and was also attended by other dignitaries from across different social strata, including government officials.
In costume, word lines, sound, lightening, character interpretation, actions, and others, the students kept the attention of their guests for hours, as they experienced a nostalgic memory of the book in a powerful adaptation stage production that celebrates culture, conflict and change.
The school said the objective of the stage play was to connect the students with the practical part of the book they have read, also sharing the spirit and intent of the characters therein, which highlighted the rich culture of Nigeria.
Chairman of the School, Senator Joy Emodi, noted that the stage play was an opportunity to tell the story of the different characters in the Things Fall Apart book in practical art production.
Emodi noted that it was also an opportunity for the students to test and hone their acting skills, which might, perhaps, trigger fresh and increase their interest in acting under the guide of the teachers and some other experienced individuals.
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She maintained that Brickhall School offers a great opportunity to students to acquire quality academic foundation, as well as life-long skills that would enable them to kick-start their lives as early as possible. “In Brickhall School, every student is given the opportunity and platform to thrive. Talents are harnessed and refined.
“We also have teachers who are committed to building the students both in character and learning. Interestingly, what we witnessed in the Things Fall Apart stage play was just a display of God-given talents and skills in art. We are optimistic that this will herald a major transformation in the national and global film production and other related activities not too far from now.”
The lead producer, Mr. Alex Idoko, appreciated the interest, commitment, and passion of the students to the success of the stage production, which, eventually, led to the beautiful and interesting display.
He said that work will soon commence on a new production, promising that the production that might take place next year will be far more interesting than what was recorded in this year’s production.
One of the actors said it was a thing of joy for him to participate in the stage production, considering his passion and love for acting. “I indicated interest when the opportunity came, and I am happy that I played a role in the production, and it was a success.”
Also, a parent who identified herself as Catherine said she was impressed with the display skills, sounds, character interpretation, and others that she witnessed in the stage play.
“My daughter was one of the characters. I was just deep in surprise and thought when I saw her depicting a particular character in the book. I was happy and impressed. Again, I could easily connect with what they were doing because I have read the book more than twice, ‘Things Fall Apart’ authored by renowned writer, late Chinua Achebe”.
