All hands are on deck for the 2nd edition of TheatreMania Africa Festival (TAF) 2025 scheduled for Tuesday 9th, December, 2025 at Shodex Gardens, Ilupeju, Lagos & on Wednesday 10th, December, 2025 at Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria by 10.00am daily.
This year’s festival themed (Beyond Borders: Celebrating the Global Reach of African Theatre) is gathering momentum across Africa with numerous speakers and panelists scheduled to speak during the event.
According to Dr. Akin Lewis, a veteran Nollywood actor, Thespian and the Chairman, Board of Trustee (BOT), TheatreMania Africa Festival (TAF), he postulated that “with this year’s theme, we believe that African stories, told through the captivating medium of theatre, hold universal appeal and possess the power to connect, inspire, and provoke dialogue across cultures. This emphasizes the belief in the universal relevance and emotional power of African theatrical narratives. We are proud to be part of TAF 2025 initiative that is bringing conversations, performances and recognition to the Industry”he proudly concluded.
Participants are to join thought leaders, erudite speakers, changemakers and industry stakeholders from across the Creative/theatre/arts value chain at TAF 2025.
Confirmed speakers and guests expected includes but not limited to Dame Taiwo Ajai-Lycett (OON), Uncle Ebo Whyte (Founder, Roverman Productions, Ghana), Mr. Soro Badrissa (Puppeteer and Founding Artistic Director of the Compagnie Ivoire Marionnettes (Abatta,). The Republic of Côte d’Ivoire), Marc Berbant (Director, Alliance Francaise), Dr. Akin Lewis, Norbert Young, Francis Onwochei (Veteran Nollywood Actors), Adeniran Makinde (NANTAP President), Dr. Titilayo Adebayo(Lecturer, Creatives Arts, UNILAG), Kingsley Omoefe (Nollywood Director), Lydia Gifty Hagan (Arts& Media Consultant, Ghana), Aishat Mamela Rafamhelea (Producer, South Africa), Paul Uwagbai (Veteran Director), Segun Adefila (Crown Troupe of Afrika), Ben Chidiaka (Thespian/Director),Titilayo Aboyade-Cole (Actress/Entrepreneur), Zani Chiumia Challe (Actress/Artist, Malawi), Claude Mwamba (GM, Transperfect Nigeria), Ehi Omokhuale (Veteran Voice Actor), Oluwanishola Oladele Adenuga (Founder, Live Theatre, Lagos), Jacinta MacJob (Script Writer), Helen Sosu-Ezirim (Founder, TSUP),Julius Olaoluwa Oyekanmi (MD, QUIDBOT By Finnova), AJ Dagga Tolar (Award Winning Author), Olubanke Adeleke CEO, Dressrite Kiddies) etc.
Other guests include Hon.Ogundipe Stephen Olukayode (Member, Lagos State House of Assembly -Oshodi/Isolo Constituency 1, Mr. Olayiwola Awakan (DG, Nigeria Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), Hon. Muyiwa Jimoh (Former Member, Lagos House of Assembly), Otunba Olu Adenodi( Investment Attorney), Nr. Olusola Adekoya ( MD, Shodex Gardens), Dr. D.F Salau ( Chairman, UIAA, Lagos Branch), Prof. Akin Abayomi (Commissioner for Health, Lagos State), Royal fathers of the day are HRM Oba Salibu Hakeem Agbaosi (Alaguda Aguda), Oba Suleiman Owolabi (Ogun-Oloko ,Ade Ori Okin I, Oniwaya of Iwaya) etc .
TAF 2025 will avail us the opportunity of witnessing important activations and activities including but not limited to :
– Street Theatre
– Stakeholders RoundTable
– Veteran Fireside Conversation Spotlight
– Generation Next Theatre (GNT)
– Healthy Arts Initiative
– Arts/Products/Service Exhibition
– Command Performance
– Induction into TAF Hall of Fame
– Gala & Awards Nite
According to Alayande Stephen T., the CEO/Co-Founder, TheatreMania Africa Festival (TAF), in his words “The ‘Beyond Borders : Celebrating the Global Reach of African Theatre theme is more than just a tagline, it’s a testament to the undeniable influence and expanding footprint of African theatre globally. This further highlights our core mission which includes showcasing African theatre’s international impact.
With TAF 2025, we will experience groundbreaking performances, thought-provoking narratives, and the brilliance of African artistry, transcending continents and captivating hearts. Join us as we honor the visionaries and elevate the voices that connect us all @ TAF 2025.” he averred.
CEO/Co-Founder, TAF
TheatreMania Africa Festival 2025. Discover the stories that travel beyond borders.
Register now to participate www.theatremaniaafrica.com
TheatreMania Africa Festival…celebrating Africa’s expressions.
TheatreMania Africa Festival (TAF) is put together by TheatreMania Africa in collaboration with Eagles House, Nkan Media (US) and Podium Empire with support from Radisson Blu Hotel Ikeja Lagos, Shodex Gardens, QUIDBOT By Finnova Corp, Platos, Walure Capital, The Street University Project (TSUP), Igrek77, Surplus Fxchange , Omooba Deji Irawo Heritage Foundation, Naija Poetry Fest, Shígo Arts Edutainment, AJ House of Poetry, Franq Oliz Fashion etc
Media partnership is from WAP TV, Hip TV, EMCOAN, Paparazzi Media, Ariya TV, RAVE TV, R2TV/R2FM, Goge Africa, The Nollywood Reporters, Showbiz Afrika, Brand Times, Brand Visibility, GOLDYMYNE TV, Splash9ja, TheatreDome, MNET 24 Studio, Plus Place Media, Shanks TV, Freshwave Concepts, Filmcraft Academy, THM360, GreyLotus Media etc.
TheatreMania Africa Festival 2025. Discover the stories that travel beyond borders and let’s celebrate Africa’s expressions.
Register now to participate www.theatremaniaafrica.com
