Accra was abuzz with excitement as the much-anticipated stage play You Play Me I Play You was officially launched on September 5, 2024, at the Accra Tourist Information Centre (ATIC).
Produced by Africa Arts Network (AAN), this socio-cultural satire is a Ghana-Nigeria collaboration that promises to captivate audiences with its blend of humour, drama, and thought-provoking commentary on the cultural dynamics between the two nations.
The play, written by the late legendary Ghanaian playwright Efo Kodjo Mawugbe, will be staged at the National Theatre on November 8, 2024, and Bukom Arena on November 9. Directed by Fiifi Coleman, the production features an impressive cast including Ghana’s Jeneral Ntatia, Clemento Suarez, and Nigeria’s Brain Jotter.
Fiifi Coleman, a renowned figure in Ghanaian theatre, shared his excitement about directing You Play Me I Play You. “The play is not just a satirical commentary; it’s a celebration of our shared experiences as Africans. The chemistry between the Ghanaian and Nigerian cast is electric, and I believe audiences will be thrilled by the authenticity and humour with which these cultural issues are portrayed.”
Speaking to Kofi Adinkra, founder of Africa Arts Network (AAN), he emphasised the importance of cross-cultural collaboration in the arts. “Africa Arts Network was created to promote and elevate African arts by fostering partnerships across the continent,” Kofi stated. It’s a cultural exchange that highlights the similarities and differences that make Africa unique.”
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