A theater adaptation of Ola Rotimi’s literary classic, “The Gods Are Not to Blame,” returns to the National Theatre stage.
The stage play scheduled for December 18, 2025, in Accra, is a tribute to the late Mawuli Semevor, a leading light of Ghanaian theatre.
George Quaye helms the revival of Ola Rotimi’s novel (The Gods Are Not to Blame), promising fresh perspectives and thespian energy while maintaining the essence of the author’s core narration. The plot of the play will focus on themes of prophecies, destiny, and the rippling effects of bad omens, offering deep insights into ancient African societal structures and supernatural beliefs.
In addition to the main event, matinee and evening performances will be held, with evening shows starting at 7:00 p.m. Attendees are advised to check the comprehensive timelines for details.
Widely acknowledged as one of the best representation of African dramatic literature, Ola Rotimi’s “The Gods Are Not to Blame,” tells a tragic story of Odewale, a man whom the oracle had prophesied at birth would grow up to kill his father and marry his mother.
Despite all human efforts to outrun the dark prophecy, the wheels of fate lead him unwittingly down the path to its fulfillment, culminating in a devastating and abominable revelation.
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