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The Premiere Of Queen Moremi The Musical

By Urenna Ukiwe
17 December 2018   |   1:10 pm
This December, BAP Productions and House of Oduduwa will premiere “Queen Moremi The Musical”. An authentic African superhero story, that brings to life the rich and colourful ancestral Yoruba heritage through the deeds of the Amazon, Queen Moremi -using music, dance and costumes. Daughter to one of Ife’s bravest hunter-warriors, Lukugba, and Princess Olunbe of…

This December, BAP Productions and House of Oduduwa will premiere “Queen Moremi The Musical”. An authentic African superhero story, that brings to life the rich and colourful ancestral Yoruba heritage through the deeds of the Amazon, Queen Moremi -using music, dance and costumes.

Daughter to one of Ife’s bravest hunter-warriors, Lukugba, and Princess Olunbe of Offa; Moremi was raised to question injustice and stand up for the oppressed no matter who they were or where they came from.

When Love came calling, she answered but there is always a price to pay. The story of Queen Moremi, the courageous woman is pivotal to the history and liberation of the entire Yoruba race.

Featuring seasoned and upcoming such as Bimbo Manuel, Bambam of the Big Brother Nigeria, veteran Nollywood star Femi Branch, Deyemi Okanlawon, Ayo Ayoola and Kehinde Bankole, the musical will relive the legendary tale of a woman who sacrificed everything; her marriage, her son and even the risk of death in order to secure the future of the people of Ile-Ife.

Described by CNN as the woman powering Nigeria’s theatre; Director and Producer, Bolanle Austen-Peters promises to thrill her audience with live music, royalty and incredible performances once Queen Moremi the Musical hits the stage from December 21st 2018 to January 2nd 2019.

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