Foremost comedian, Ali Baba has been unveiled as the ‘headline act’ in “Loud Whispers”, a stage play schedule to hold in Nigeria on May 1, globally recognised as workers day.
The play, according to the producers, is an adaptation of the similar-named book, written by Joseph Edgar.
He added that Ali Baba will lead a 20-man cast, comprising other talented thespians such as Patrick Diabuah, Paul Alomona, Tony Okuyeme, Tony Offiong, and Joy Ogbekene, as they perform a series of monologues through a mixture of dance and song.
Ali Baba, in a genre crossing role, will address current issues, throw light jabs at political and social actors, give advice and pass commentaries whilst entertaining and holding the crowd spell-bound in the typical fashion that he is known for.
The MD of Katunga Media, organizers of the play, Betty Abang, said; “Edgar’s book has elicited so much laughter and attention through its acerbic but comical banter on very topical issues. The play takes a light hearted look at otherwise critical issues in Nigeria with a bid to relieve tension and build positive discourse on their resolutions. The event, which coincides with Workers’ Day also aims to present workers with an enjoyable entertainment alternative for unwinding and we would like to thank all our sponsors and partners for making the play a reality.”
The play is produced by popular broadcaster, Olisa Adibua, Shina Peller of Quilox and Mofoluwake Edgar, and adapted and directed by the veteran thespian, scriptwriter and Artistic Director behind Quebic 4 Productions, William Benson.
