One of Africa’s most talented theatre directors, theatre director George Quaye, will bring Wole Soyinka’s celebrated play Death and the King’s Horseman to the National Theatre in Accra this August. 

The production opens on Saturday 23 August with shows at 4 pm and 8 pm, followed by performances on 24, 30 and 31 August at the same times.

The staging is a collaboration between the National Theatre, Image Bureau and April Communications, with sponsorship from Stanbic Bank, Bills Savings & Loans, The Luckiest and MTN.

The play, written by Nigeria’s Nobel Prize-winning dramatist, is one of Africa’s most acclaimed works. It explores themes of duty, tradition and the clash between indigenous culture and colonial influence.

George, known for his meticulous storytelling and striking stagecraft, previously directed the acclaimed Ghanaian run of Ola Rotimi’s The Gods Are Not to Blame. He said audiences can expect a world-class performance that honours Soyinka’s text while offering contemporary resonance.

Under his direction, the production will feature exceptional acting, innovative set design and high-quality lighting and sound. Organisers describe the event as “more than entertainment”, calling it a cultural experience that reflects on African identity and legacy.

Tickets and further information are available by contacting Naa on 055 13 13 134 or emailing info@imagebureaugh.com.