Latif Abubakar to Premiere 'The Darkest Chapter' Stage Musical at Ghana National Theatre
Playwright Latif Abubakar is debuting his 21st theatrical production, 'The Darkest Chapter', at the National Theatre in Accra.
In Brief
- •Playwright Latif Abubakar is debuting his 21st theatrical production, 'The Darkest Chapter', at the National Theatre in Accra.
- •The musical dance production was inspired by Ghanaian leadership speeches and a March 2026 UN resolution on transatlantic enslavement.
- •Presented by Globe Productions with state and UNESCO support, the show fuses West African, contemporary, and Caribbean dance with live orchestral and choral music.
- •The production headlines the Ghana Theatre Festival across five scheduled performances from October 2 to October 4.
Why It Matters
The play bridges stage art, diplomatic advocacy, and historical awareness, translating recent international political action into a public cultural movement. Supported by international and national ministries, the initiative underscores the role of creative arts in national memory and public education.
Key Details
- UN Resolution Vote
- 123 to 3
- UN Resolution Date
- March 25, 2026
- Production Count
- 21st career production by Latif Abubakar
- Performance Dates
- October 2–4
- Venue
- National Theatre, Accra
Context & Background
The production stems from a historic United Nations General Assembly resolution passed in March 2026 that recognized transatlantic slavery as a crime against humanity following presentations by Ghanaian leadership and partner nations.
What To Watch
'The Darkest Chapter' will be staged at the National Theatre in Accra from October 2 to October 4, featuring five scheduled performances.
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