By Francis Kwabena Cofie
Accra, May 30, GNA – The Centre for National Culture (CNC), Greater Accra, has launched this year’s edition of the CNC’s Ebo Whyte Student Drama Competition at Accra Academy in Accra.
Organised by the CNC in partnership with Roverman Productions, seven schools were to appear on day one of the zonal competition but four turned up with the others expected to join along the line.
The schools include Accra Academy, Accra Girls Senior High School, Kaneshie Technical Senior High, and Ebenezer Senior High Schools all in zone one.
Following the completion of the five zonal competition, emerging finalists from each zone will converge at the National Theatre for the grand finale competition next month.
Mr Eric Ohene-Larbi, the Acting Regional Director of CNC in an address, said the competition offered a unique opportunity for young actors and actresses to learn, grow and shine.
He said the competition was a platform where participants were challenged to be bold, to express themselves, and to strive for excellence in the performing arts.
He said theatre arts played a vital role in society, and it allowed us to tell stories, explore our identities, share our cultures and preserve memories.
According to him, the mission of the CNC through this initiative is to nurture creative talents, build confidence and inspire critical thinking.
Mr Ohene- Larbi acknowledged the unwavering support of Roverman Production and Playwright Uncle Ebo Whyte, who have stood firmly by the centre since the concept of the competition was rolled out.
“We believe this partnership would grow stronger and contribute significantly to the development of theatre arts and Ghana’s evolving creative industry,” he said.
Mr. Ohene-Larbi urged benevolent organizations, individuals and major stakeholders who have the art of drama at heart to support the CNC to enable it to promote Ghanaian culture and deepen our cultural heritage.
Master Daniel Mensah, a student of Accra Academy, commended the organisers of the programme, and urged authorities to sustain it to harness more talents for the entertainment industry.
GNA
Edited by Benjamin Mensah