Globe Productions Limited, led by playwright Latif Abubakar, has announced an exciting collaboration with the Embassy of Italy in Ghana for the staging of “The Licence,” an Afrocentric adaptation of Luigi Pirandello’s renowned literary work.
The launch event took place on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at the residence of the Italian Ambassador to Ghana, Daniela d’Orlandi.
This partnership underscores the growing ties between Ghana and Italy in the arts and cultural spheres.
The play, originally authored by Italian novelist Luigi Pirandello, delves into themes of bureaucracy, absurdity, and the individual’s struggle against oppressive systems.
Italian Ambassador Daniela d’Orlandi expressed admiration for Latif Abubakar’s previous work in adapting European plays for Ghanaian audiences.
She sees this collaboration as an opportunity to showcase Italian theatre and culture in Ghana, fostering greater cultural exchange between the two countries.
In his remarks, Latif Abubakar reaffirmed his commitment to promoting Ghana’s vibrant theatre industry on the global stage.
“We at Globe Productions remain committed to projecting Ghana’s theatre to the world and as such, we hope to deepen the Italy-Ghana relationship beyond traditional trade to arts and culture.
“This partnership, like the others we have, would once again set our country on another world stage and I am pleased to be a part of this collaboration,” he said.
He emphasised the significance of the Italy-Ghana relationship extending beyond conventional trade to encompass arts and culture.
“The Licence,” originally published in 1911 and later adapted for the stage, resonates with contemporary audiences through its exploration of legal and societal constraints on individual lives. This Afrocentric adaptation marks a milestone in Globe Productions’ journey and will be showcased at the Accra International Conference Center from May 4th to May 6th, 2024.
