Adire & Indigo
1:00PM & 5:00PM
Venue: Alliance Française, Mike Adenuga Centre, Ikoyi
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ANKARA & BLACK PLAYHOUSE
We are a theatre company that curates performing arts pieces to drive social regeneration through Stage, Film, Radio, and other performance medium.
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Who we are
Ankara & Black Playhouse is a theatre company domiciled in Lagos that focuses on drama production for social regeneration. We are quite distinct and excellent as theatre production company, made up of resilient, innovative, ingenious and consummate theatre practitioner whose experience cuts across all genre of art.
Learn more about usWhat we do?
We create immersive theatre experiences that captivate audiences and spark curiosity. Through innovative storytelling and passionate performances, we entertain, inspire, and educate every viewer.
Drama Performances
Immerse yourself in our captivating drama performances that bring powerful stories to life on stage. Experience authentic emotions and unforgettable characters in every performance.
Music Performances
Experience our vibrant music performances where live sound meets theatrical passion. Our shows blend exceptional musical talent with dynamic stagecraft to create an unforgettable live experience.
Dance Performances
Enjoy our dynamic dance performances that combine creativity and movement for an unforgettable show. Watch skilled dancers express emotion and artistry through every graceful movement.
Performances Curation
Discover our expert performance curation that highlights innovative talent and compelling storytelling. We carefully select productions that offer diverse, engaging experiences for every theatre enthusiast.
Upcoming Shows & Events
Catch bold new plays, musicals, and special events — limited seats available. Book now and experience theatre at its most unforgettable. 🎟️✨
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Our Works
Explore our portfolio of dynamic theatre productions and innovative stage experiences that captivate audiences. Each work reflects our passion for powerful storytelling and unforgettable live performances.
The 4th Macaulay
2026This a family oriented play that discusses the family as a major catalyst for nation building. The play discusses the family and the role every member plays to making or maring the society.
The 4th Macaulay was produced in partnership with Immersia by Anthill (Production company of the award winning Colours Of Fire), enjoying sponsorship from Television Continental, Silverbird Television, Nescafe, Maggi, Meroks and a host of other well meaning theatre supporting companies.
Colours of My Manhood
2025Colours of My Manhood is a compelling theatrical experience that interrogates the meaning of manhood across three generations — a man in his 50s, one in his 30s, and another in his 20s.
The Discourse
2025The discourse is an artistic documentation and creative representation of the experience of the Nigerian, boy, girl, man and woman, put together to provoke conversations and actions geared towards social change, and regeneration.
Cheers to the 35TH
2024Supported by Television Continental, and Nestle Nigeria, on the 29th of December 2024, we produced Cheers to the 35th, a stage play that explore the dynamics of family across generation.
The Man called Femi
2024In partnership with Alliance Francaise, and support from Nestle, we produced The Man called Femi, in April 2024; a comedy that discusses individual choices, and the effect of this on the family as a basic unit of the society. This play showed in April 20th & 21st, 2024.
Beats, Bits and Christmas
2023Beats, Bits, and Christmas is combination of Christmas carols, dances, Chant, monologues, dialogues, and spoken words, put together to create an gratitude filled authentic Nigerian Christmas story. This play enjoyed coverage from the National Television Authority, and Views Channel. Also, this play enjoyed sponsorship from Pepsi Co., Viprone and a host of other organizations.
Partnerships & Sponsorships
Partnership
Join hands with us to co-create unforgettable shows and events. Collaborate with our theatre company to amplify your brand’s cultural impact, align with innovative storytelling, and reach passionate audiences. Whether cross-promotions, touring productions, or community projects — let’s craft extraordinary experiences together.
Become a PartnerSponsorship
Elevate your brand by sponsoring our award-winning productions and theatre arts initiatives. Gain visibility through curated campaigns, exclusive event access, and recognition in our programs and marketing. Support creativity, inspire audiences, and champion cultural growth.
Become a SponsorUpdates & News
Stay informed with the latest theatre news and updates from our award-winning company. Explore behind-the-scenes insights, show announcements, and exclusive production highlights.
The Discourse tackles social realities by Punch News (opens in a new tab)
The Discourse, premiered recently at the Alliance Française, Ikoyi, Lagos, spotlighting pressing socio-cultural issues across Nigeria’s major ethnic groups.
The Discourse tackles Nigeria’s toughest Social realities by The MediaErrands (opens in a new tab)
A new stage play titled The Discourse spotlighting pressing socio-cultural issues across Nigeria’s major ethnic groups.
Cheers to the 35TH, TVC Reports
TVC reports in details, A&B's "Cheers to the 35th" with conversations and recommendations for Nigerian, and the Nigerian Theatre, going forward.
VTK Highlights - Views Channel
Catch up with Visiting the Kunbi's Stage play highlights as reported by Views Channel, fun-filled, energetic and Informational.
Hangout with our MD on NTA Lagos.
NTA hosted our MD to a conversation on theatre production, and the highlight of A&B's 2023 "Beats, Bits, and Christmas" was equally aired and discussed.
Contact us
Connect with us for show bookings, partnerships, sponsorships, and collaborations. Our passionate team is dedicated to turning your creative vision into dynamic performances that captivate audiences.
Office
302A, Murtala Mohammed Way, Yaba, Lagos.
