by Akan Ido Lala Akindoju, one of Nigeria’s famed professional actors, shines in the latest Tunde Kelani movie ‘Dazzling Mirage’, which is now in post-production. Mirage is the story of a talented, beautiful young sickle-cell sufferer who overcomes social stigma, prejudice and her own low self-esteem, to achieve success, marriage and motherhood. The actress is... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche YNaija recently had a sit down with talented actress, Lala Akindoju on her feat producing the much talked about V-monologues, her experience in the industry and her future projects. Enjoy the interview below: Congrats on the V-monologues show, fantastic production Thank you How did you put up a show like that? It... Read More
Akan Ido Its the 9th edition of Open Mic Theatre… the freestyle edition! Tomorrow at Open Mic Theatre, get ready to see amazing performances from different genres. New materials from new writers will also be showcased. Iretiola Doyle, Oc Ukeje, Najite Dede, Okey Uzoeshi, Lala Akindoju, Omonor, Ijeoma Agu, Uzo Osimkpa, Toju Ejoh, Seun Ajayi,... Read More
Last Sunday’s Rubbin’ Minds brought the future into the Channels Television studios, the guests were past winners of The Future Awards (TFA) who were there to narrate their experience since winning the prestigious youth awards. The edition titled ‘The Future is here‘ had Uche Nnaji, Tolu Sangosanya, and Lala Akindoju who gave their compelling stories... Read More
by Doyin Jaiyesimi Open Mic Theatre is back with its 7th edition which marks the beginning of ‘The Celebration Series’. Following the success of previous editions of Open Mic Theatre, this edition will focus on celebrating actors and their works. Works from the following actors will be featured in this edition: Angelina Jolie, Leonardo DiCaprio,... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo Who can forget the amazing performances at the last edition of the Open Mic Theatre (The Passion Edition) – with unforgettable performances by Nse Ikpe-Etim, Gideon Okeke and others in February? Open Mic has quickly risen to become the premier event for actors and other movie/stage talent – an informal casting session... Read More
by Lekan Olanrewaju Little drops is a story rooted in the Niger-Delta crisis which gives an intriguing account of four women who meet in the strangest of circumstances, each telling her unique story. The play, slated to show every sunday in March, has already had 2 showings, and will be having two more before... Read More
By Lekan Olanrewaju Check out the latest episode of Rubbing Minds which aired Sunday on Channels Television. In this edition of the show, host Chude Jideonwo took a look at Nollywood, Nigeria’s film industry, through the generations. Guests included veteran actress and film producer Joke Silva who shared her wealth of knowledge of the industry.... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Last week on Rubbin’ Minds, we discussed the upcoming LEAP Africa Youth Leadership Awards and Same Page, a play that will be showing later this month. Shade Ladipo, who presented the episode alone, started the show with a run down of the events and people who made the news over the past... Read More
by Yemi Olowu On August 6, 2011 Actress and Singer, Lala Akindoju hosted sections of Lagos’s acting community to the first ever Open Mic Theatre, an evening of performances, drama and excitement. It was an informal evening to share with the best acting talent as well as the upcoming – and saw performances by Nse... Read More