The popular stage play Hear Word, is set to go on a world tour. The well-known cast presently promoting the play based on real life experiences target at real issues affecting the lives of women will be live on stage at the Harvard University on April 15 – 17: FrascatiTheater – Amsterdam on April 30th & May 1st, and Transcorp Hilton – Abuja on May 6, respectively.
The play which according to the producer is an exhilarating piece of performance art that combines artistry, social commentary and true-life stories of inequality and transformation, is delivered by some of Nigeria’s most talented actresses TaiwoAjai-Lycett, Joke Silva, Kate Henshaw, Bimbo Akintola, Omonor, ElvinaIbru, Ufuoma McDermott, Zara Udofia, LalaAkindoju, Rita Edward, Debbie Ohiri and Odenike.
Hear Word targets real issues affecting the lives of women, which limit their potential for achievement, independence, decision-making and leadership.
According to Joke Silva, “hearwordnaija is an exhilarating piece of performance art that combines artistry, social commentary and true-life stories of inequality and transformation, delivered by some of Nigeria’s most talented actresses.”
She adds that the stories based on real life experiences are targeted at real issues affecting the lives of women, which limit their potential for achievement, independence, decision-making and leadership.
“The show delivers an intimate view into the lives of women from all corners of Nigeria and crossing a variety of socio-economic levels. It provides a better understanding of the issues they face and shares their unique and universal challenges,” the veteran said.
