On Friday, August 8, 2025, the Final-year students of the Faculty of Creative Arts, University of Lagos (UNILAG) took centre stage with Ládìgbòlù, a compelling Yoruba historical drama which captivated audiences in two back-to-back performances. Presented as part of their final examination for THA 487: Special Practical Project, the production left audiences spellbound.
Set in a Yoruba kingdom steeped in secrets and ancestral tension, Ládìgbòlù, a fictitious play, tells the story of a prince betrayed by his own bloodline and ensnared by destiny. As the dead rise to demand justice, the play explores the collision between tradition and truth, weaving themes of forbidden love, royal treachery, pride and the haunting price of ambition.
From powerful performances to masterful storytelling, Ládìgbòlù showcased the depth of talent, creativity, and rigorous training of UNILAG’s Creative Arts students. The production was a testament to the transformative power of the performing arts in preserving culture and provoking thought.
See pictorial highlights below:
Report: Ndidi J. Odinikaeze
Photographs: Ayo Oloyede
