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Awo Sets to Grace London’s The Shaw Theatre

Awo vividly portrays the life and legacy of the legendary African Statesman, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, a politician, lawyer, and philosopher.

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February 24, 2024
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The highly acclaimed theatrical masterpiece, Awo, will take center stage at the iconic Shaw Theatre in Euston, London, this May, promising audiences a captivating two-show extravaganza.

Originally crafted by the esteemed theatre virtuoso Makinde Adeniran fta, Awo boasts an ensemble of top-tier Nigerian talent and promises to showcase some of the most exquisitely curated scenes ever witnessed from an African troupe on a London stage.

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Produced by Dr. Lookman Sanusi’s Heavy Wind Media UK Ltd, under the auspices of the Duke of Shomolu Foundation franchise, Awo is poised to attract a diverse audience eager to experience the authenticity of African theatre.

Awo vividly portrays the life and legacy of the legendary African Statesman, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, a politician, lawyer, and philosopher.

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Obafemi Awolowo

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Through masterful dialogue and stunning set designs, the play navigates through Awolowo’s remarkable journey, from his political endeavors and triumphs to the tumultuous period of post-independence Nigeria and the Civil War, culminating in the dawn of the Second Republic in the early 1970s.

Furthermore, Awo poignantly highlights the pivotal role of his wife, the illustrious Chief Mrs. HID Awolowo, who stood as a steadfast pillar behind Chief Awolowo’s illustrious life.

Having enjoyed resounding success in Lagos, with distinguished guests including Vice President Prof Yemi Osinbajo and his wife, His Excellency Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and former Governors Segun Osoba and Gbenga Daniel, among others, Awo is set to captivate London audiences with its rich narrative and stellar performances.

Prior to its London debut, Awo will make a brief stopover in Ikenne, Chief Awolowo’s birthplace, for a special showing generously sponsored by ValueJet, offering free admission to the public. The Ikenne event is expected to draw esteemed dignitaries such as Ambassador Dr. Olatokunbo Awolowo Dosunmu Executive Director of the Obafemi Awolowo Foundation and Custodian of the Awolowo Legacy ,and the Executive Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, among others.

Tickets for the London show are available at www.shaw-theatre.com/book/27201.

Awo UK extends its gratitude to its sponsors Datamellon, Cruxstone, Purple, Page Assets, and Access Bank UK for their invaluable support in bringing this cultural extravaganza to fruition.

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