The command performance of the stage play, The Wives, which held on Saturday, October 11, drew an unprecedented number of Nigerians to the Agip Recital Hall of the Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos.
The event drew the curtains on a three-day festival of impressive stagecraft.
The play, written by Professor Ahmed Yerima, had iconic actors like: Joke Silva, Jide Kosoko, Iretiola Doyle, Kate Henshaw and Lala Akindoju.
There were also guest appearances by Toyin Oshinaike, and Media Entrepreneur, Adebola Williams, who makes a return to the stage after 14 years.
“It literally takes the soul to pull off a stage play in this day and time,” said Lala Akindoju, producer of the play. “But those who are passionate about keeping the soul of the culture alive understand why it is important to anchor major productions like The Wives.
“The turnout – a full house everyday – makes it all totally worth it. I thank the partners for making this happen.”
The audience also enjoyed a performance by multi-talented singer, songwriter and music producer, Cobhams Asuquo.
Anchored by award-winning actor, OC Ukeje, the first two days has also enjoyed brilliant musical performances from Femi Leye and Aramide.
The Wives was produced by The Make it Happen Productions and supported by Africa Magic, BellaNaija, YNaija, 360nobs, Life House, Red Communication and Terra Kulture.
Guests included Minister of Communication Technology, Omobola Johnson; Chief Executive of Standard Chartered Bank, Bola Adesola; and Chief Executive of WIMBIMZ, Osayi Alile.
Others were actors: Rita Dominic, Olu Jacobs and Patrick Doyle. Filmmaker, Tunde Kelani, was also at the event that also had Aduke Gomez, Wana Udobang, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Noble Igwe, Osas Ighodaro, Shade Ladipo, Subomi Plumptre, Mo Cheddah, football legend, Emmanuel Babayaro, and a host of others.
