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Celebrated Nigerian stage drama, ‘Hear Word’ which spotlights gender inequality and other societal ills will be shown in Harvard University, Cambridge USA.
The play will be staged at the 556 capacity Loeb drama centre at the American Repertory Theater.
Hear Word! is set to show from January 26 to February 11.
The successful play is directed by Ifeoma Fafunwa . The cast of Hear Word! include Taiwo Ajai-Lycett, Joke Silva, Bimbo Akintola, Ufuoma McDermott, Elvina Ibru, Zara Udofia-Ejoh, Omonor, and Rita Edward.
Hear Word! is a powerful 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. The stories are based on real issues affecting the lives of women across Nigeria and examine what factors limit their potential for independence, leadership and meaningful contribution.
The show not only gives a voice to these women, it provides the world with insight into their unique or universal challenges. Tackling topics such as circumcision and barrenness as well as more universal challenges like child molestation, gender-based violence and woman trafficking, HEAR WORD! bravely serves up the cultural and societal norms that oppress and limit African women. It empowers women to break the culture of silence, unite, challenge the status quo, move beyond barriers and create solutions.