VOICED : Nigerian theatre seeks revival

The video discusses the current state of theater in Lagos, Nigeria, highlighting the challenges faced by traditional theater due to high costs and competition from Nollywood films. It emphasizes the potential of comedy to revive theater audiences and explores the innovative use of alternative venues to stage plays, as demonstrated by the Lagos Theater Festival. This approach aims to sustain Nigeria's rich theater legacy by encouraging creativity and adaptability among artists.

What type of plays are currently popular in Lagos, as mentioned in the transcript?

• Tragedies

• Dramas

• Musicals

• Comedies

What has contributed to the decline in traditional theater attendance in Nigeria?

• Poor theater facilities

• High ticket prices

• Preference for Nollywood films

• Lack of new plays

What is a significant financial challenge for theater groups in Lagos?

• Expensive venue rents

• High cost of living

• Lack of actors

• Limited audience

What was the aim of the Lagos Theater Festival organized by the British Council?

• To encourage the use of alternative venues

• To increase ticket sales

• To showcase international plays

• To promote traditional theater venues

How are Nigerian artists hoping to preserve their theater legacy?

• By reducing ticket prices

• By staging plays in alternative venues

• By building new theaters

• By collaborating with Nollywood