Beauty Behind the Norms
Written by Nicole Obiodiaka
Cast:
BANKE - Rinret Innocent
MADAM AISHA - Oluwatoyin Awosanya
AMINA - Jessica Quaw
FUNMI - Keren Happuch
ADA - Angel Nene
MAMA ADA - Mercy Muyanga
PAPA ADA - Jeff Anga
IKE - Ugonna Ihemedu
ADAS DAUGHTER - Nyala Adam
Runtime: 35 Minutes
Synopsis:
This is a transformative and thought-provoking play set in rural Nigeria that delves into the heart of women's empowerment amidst the traditional domestic roles assigned to them in a deeply patriarchal society. The play centers around a powerful Nigerian man and his five wives, each relegated to traditional domestic functions and denied opportunities for education or employment. As the story unfolds, a new wife enters the scene, bringing with her a wave of change. Throughout the play, the audience is immersed with vibrant multi sensory portrayals of African culture, celebrating its richness and the inherent strength of its women. The narrative weaves through the complexities of cultural norms, the struggle for gender equality, and the resilience of women in the face of adversity. It is a homage to the indomitable spirit of women and a vibrant testament to the beauty and strength found in African culture.
Written by Nicole Obiodiaka
Cast:
BANKE - Rinret Innocent
MADAM AISHA - Oluwatoyin Awosanya
AMINA - Jessica Quaw
FUNMI - Keren Happuch
ADA - Angel Nene
MAMA ADA - Mercy Muyanga
PAPA ADA - Jeff Anga
IKE - Ugonna Ihemedu
ADAS DAUGHTER - Nyala Adam
Runtime: 35 Minutes
Synopsis:
This is a transformative and thought-provoking play set in rural Nigeria that delves into the heart of women's empowerment amidst the traditional domestic roles assigned to them in a deeply patriarchal society. The play centers around a powerful Nigerian man and his five wives, each relegated to traditional domestic functions and denied opportunities for education or employment. As the story unfolds, a new wife enters the scene, bringing with her a wave of change. Throughout the play, the audience is immersed with vibrant multi sensory portrayals of African culture, celebrating its richness and the inherent strength of its women. The narrative weaves through the complexities of cultural norms, the struggle for gender equality, and the resilience of women in the face of adversity. It is a homage to the indomitable spirit of women and a vibrant testament to the beauty and strength found in African culture.
Aya and The Masquerades
Written by Karen Monie
Produced by White Rooster Theatre
Synopsis:
A young girl who dreams of a better life, Aya decides to leave her village the night of their festival when she discovers the village of lights, a magical settlement beaming with promise and adventure. Learning that masquerades, sacred beings who roam the land on giant stilts, may be the key to finding the mysterious new village, Aya sets out on a journey to find the creatures, befriending unusual characters and learning a thing or two about her and the world beyond home. A laud to Cameroon, Aya and the masquerades is a story about courage, love and persistence.
Written by Karen Monie
Produced by White Rooster Theatre
Synopsis:
A young girl who dreams of a better life, Aya decides to leave her village the night of their festival when she discovers the village of lights, a magical settlement beaming with promise and adventure. Learning that masquerades, sacred beings who roam the land on giant stilts, may be the key to finding the mysterious new village, Aya sets out on a journey to find the creatures, befriending unusual characters and learning a thing or two about her and the world beyond home. A laud to Cameroon, Aya and the masquerades is a story about courage, love and persistence.
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