By Osa Mbonu-Amadi
Historical past, heritage, and artistry have been relived on stage as The Okeho Exodus, a compelling play written by acclaimed cultural advocate and playwright Olutayo Irantiola, was staged by the Performing Arts college students at Kwara State College, KWASU, Malete. The Extremely-Fashionable Performing Arts Theatre was abuzz because the rising thespians delivered a fascinating premiere efficiency to a various and engaged viewers.
Set in opposition to the backdrop of revolt, regicide, and historic migration, The Okeho Exodus dropped at life themes of diligence, gender fairness, management, communication, and resilience. It showcased the depth of storytelling and the wealthy cultural legacy of the Oke-Ogun area. The manufacturing resonated deeply with the viewers and exemplified the dedication of Nigerian thespians to deciphering the previous in ways in which resonate with present-day realities.
Following the highly effective efficiency, Professor Abdulrasheed A. Adeoye, the challenge supervisor, remarked on the play’s enduring message. “The Okeho Exodus is a narrative of resilience and dedication. As a nation, Nigeria could also be dealing with challenges, however at some point, we’ll overcome them. Nonetheless, we should be dedicated and patriotic to work collectively to beat the challenges in a nonviolent method.”
Playwright Olutayo Irantiola expressed his profound appreciation for the scholars’ interpretation: “Watching these college students interpret the Okeho story with such depth and emotion has been profoundly humbling. Their efficiency was electrifying—intense, clever, and provoking. They’ve honoured historical past and reimagined it for a brand new era.”
“I’m glad to witness how these younger performers introduced its spirit on stage. They blew my thoughts away with their implausible efficiency. I need to confess that they carried out past expectations, and I want them the very best of their future aspirations,” he concluded.
The profitable premiere drew a various viewers, together with lecturers resembling Prof. Emeritus Musibau Akanji, former Vice-Chancellor, Federal College of Expertise, Minna and Al-Hikmah College, Ilorin; Dr. Michael Agboola, Head of Division, Performing Arts and Movie Research, Kwara State College; Dr. Joe Odedina and Mrs. Temitope Adedokun. Others embody Dr. Musiliyu Sanni, Mr. Basiru Adebisi, Mr Tosin Ibitoye, Mr. Gbenga Adumati, and Mr. Ganiyu Kolawole.
The staging at Kwara State College marks a big milestone for The Okeho Exodus.
As curiosity within the manufacturing grows, The Okeho Exodus is anticipated to be carried out by college students of the Theatre Arts Division at Lagos State College, Ojo, on July 17, 2025, pending any last-minute changes.
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