Lagos Int’l Theatre Festival

“My Children! My Africa!” by Athol Fugard is set in apartheid-era South Africa and explores the clash between generations and races through education and ideals. The story follows Mr. M, an idealistic black teacher who believes in dialogue and nonviolence; his brilliant black student Thami, who grows disillusioned with the slow pace of change; and Isabel, a white student from […]

Efunsetan Aniwura is a compelling historical drama that chronicles the life and tragic downfall of Efunsetan, the powerful and wealthy Iyalode of Ibadan in the 19th century. The play delves into themes of ambition, power, loss, and the societal pressures faced by women in leadership. Through Efunsetan’s ruthless pursuit of wealth and her subsequent emotional turmoil after a profound personal […]

Running through 5 short stories told by griots, this performance celebrates Africa from the lenses of who we were, who we are and who we are becoming. Each story is narrated by a griot, enhanced by multimedia and supported by performers such as dancers, musicians, demonstrators and actors. These stories seek to preserve African culture and knowledge while staying true […]

Toba, a young man hustling to lift his family out of poverty finds himself tested when a delayed BRT bus risks his shot at a better life. He meets Sewa and Fola, these three strangers would grow to change each other’s lives, for good. Director: Tomilola Adeniran Produced By: Tomilola Adeniran Productions Location: Oriki Garden Duration: 1hr

Therefore, the Lord himself will give you a sign: the virgin will conceive and give birth to a son and we will call him Immanuel. – Isaiah 7:14. (This is not a regular story Jesus story) Almasihu (the promised) is a an experimental drama, written by Adeyemo Elizabeth (Smiley). It’s a comedy about what happens if Jesus Christ is born […]

The once thriving village of Akamba is in a state! Sons are not being born, crops are dying and rivers have dried up. The worried king asks the Chief priest (the oracle,) to seek the voice of the Gods for a solution. The oracle does as he is told. He is met with the Goddess Nesusu, who is furious about […]