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“WHISPERS 4.0” Headlines TheatreMania Africa’s Generation Next Theatre Initiative in Ogun
As part of the several build-up activities and events to herald the forthcoming TheatreMania Africa Festival (TAF) 2026 ( the 3rd edition) scheduled for later in the year, the organizers of the Festival is set to bring an initiative called Generation Next Theatre (GNT) to the students of Corona Secondary School, Agbara, Ogun State come 4th and 5th, June, 2026.
The two day GNT Initiative is a combination of (1) Mentorship Session (The Masters Circle) meant to encourage and inspire the students especially those that are interested in the Creative Space in Nigeria and (2) Production of a Stage Play titled " WHISPERS 4.0".
The stage is set at Corona Secondary School, Agbara, for the fourth installment of the acclaimed production, "WHISPERS 4.0".
The play serves as the centerpiece of the Generation Next Theatre (GNT) Initiative, a collaborative effort by TheatreMania Africa to foster creative leadership among Nigerian youth.
The two-day event begins on June 4th, 2026, with the (Master Circle- a Mentorship session) where students will be mentored by a powerhouse team including Dr. Sam Uche Anyamele fta., Bukola Thomas, Mr. Julius Olaolu Oyekanmi, Paul Uwagbai, Alayande Stephen T., Mr. Tomiwa Songonnuga and Dr. Ochuko Odesa.
The initiative culminates on June 5th with the live performance of "WHISPERS 4.0", where students will apply the lessons learned from their mentors in a professional-grade production.
"Theatre is a collaborative journey, and through WHISPERS 4.0, we are inviting students to walk that path alongside professionals," said Alayande Stephen T. "We are grateful to Corona Secondary School for their vision in embracing this initiative."
All is set for the students of CSS, Agbara to experience a creative immersion of the Stage Production and well curated Mentorship Session.
Reflecting on the upcoming Mentorship Session, Dr. Sam Uche Anyamele fta. remarked, "I am eager to see the transformation in these students as they move from the Master Circle to the spotlight. This is where confidence is built and stars are born."
SYNOPSIS OF WHISPERS
Whispers is an award winning stage play with a thematic thrusts of love with cultural family feud in the Nigerian setting.
Love they say has no boundaries! holds no bars! And faces the world! Listen to the whispers of true love as two families of African origin, with an age long feud battles the greatest force on mother-earth. Watch mind-blowing dance moves, live music with lots of suspense, thrills and intrigues in the stage-play. WHISPERS!... A tale of courage and love.
In summary, the play mirrors the cultural dichotomy and beliefs in our society. These are issues the Nigerian families have encountered over time as the actors deliver the plot through, drama, dance and comedy. It is didactic, hilarious and entertaining in nature.
This production is supported by WAP TV, RAVE TV, Showbiz Afrika Magazine, R2TV, Brand Times, TheatreDome, SPLASH9JA, Brand Visibility, Branama TV, Afrokids, Eagles House Global Resources, Nkan Media, Black Gold Academy, Finnova Tech Ltd. etc.
About TAF
The main event being TheatreMania Africa Festival (TAF) which is scheduled for 27-29th, October, 2026 is expected to be full of glamour, grandeur, color, excellence and excitement. TheatreMania Africa Festival (TAF) is the first all-encompassing All Africa Theatre Awards & Festival, evolving from the African root aimed at re-writing the African story to the world in a positive way.
It is a reward system meant to appreciate African stage artistes/actors and other stakeholders in the entertainment Industry and a platform to show case the best of African Theatre on the street
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