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HEAR WORD! Naija Woman Talk True is a groundbreaking 90-minute stage piece from iOpenEye Africa that blends monologues, songs, and dance to spotlight gender inequality, safety, and leadership for Nigerian women. Premiering in Lagos at the MUSON Centre in 2014 and making international debuts at Harvard University’s ART in 2016, the show has since toured across Africa, Europe, and the USA, captivating audiences with a powerful, socially-driven narrative.

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With a rotating 10-woman ensemble and a live percussion team, HEAR WORD! has become a benchmark for theatre that engages, enlightens, and empowers. Notable moments include serving as an event opener for the UN Commission on the Status of Women in 2018, an appearance at the Edinburgh International Festival in 2019, and the global reach that has drawn more than 125,000 audience members to date.

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As of 2026, public show schedules exist, with ongoing activity and a continued mission to end gender-based violence through performances, dialogues, and community engagement. Tickets are available through official channels, with a straightforward purchasing experience designed to be as reliable and easy as having a friend in the business.

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HEAR WORD! Naija Woman Talk True remains a flagship project from iOpenEye Africa, supported by partners like the Ford Foundation for the 10th Anniversary ImpactFest (Oct 29–31, 2024, at MUSON Centre, Lagos). The show has earned widespread press coverage from Harvard/ART, Edinburgh, and North American and UK outlets, underscoring its global relevance and impact. Stay connected for 2026 show schedules and future engagements across major cities.

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Follow the official channels for updates and new dates, and secure your seats early through trusted sources. This is theatre with a purpose—informative, inspiring, and accessible to all audiences seeking meaningful cultural experiences in Lagos, Lagos State, and beyond.

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Quick Facts About HEAR WORD! Naija Woman Talk True

  • Premiered in Lagos in 2014 at MUSON Centre and internationally debuted at Harvard University (ART) in 2016; later staged at Harvard and the ART again in 2018–2019 cycles.
  • Format is a 90-minute stage piece described as a collection of monologues, songs and dance addressing gender inequality, safety and leadership for Nigerian women.
  • Cast has included Joke Silva, Bimbo Akintola, Ufuoma McDermott, Elvina Ibru, Zara Udofia-Ejoh, Odenike, Rita Edward, Debbie Ohiri, Oluchi Odii, and Toluwanimi Arawomo (among others), performing as a 10-woman ensemble with 3 percussionists and 1 director.
  • Notable milestones: event opener for the UN Commission on the Status of Women (2018); Edinburgh International Festival appearance (2019); global tours across Africa, Europe and the USA; over 125,000 live audience members recorded.
  • 10th Anniversary ImpactFest (Oct 29–31, 2024) at MUSON Centre, Lagos, supported by Ford Foundation, focused on ending gender-based violence with performances, dialogues and an awards component.
  • Socially-driven, iOpenEye Africa produces Hear Word! and maintains an official site; Harvard/ART and Edinburgh/North American/UK press have covered the show extensively.

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Top HEAR WORD! Naija Woman Talk True Songs

  • Forever
    2024 · N/A
  • No Apologies
    2025 · N/A

HEAR WORD! Naija Woman Talk True remains a flagship project from iOpenEye Africa, supported by partners like the Ford Foundation for the 10th Anniversary ImpactFest (Oct 29–31, 2024, at MUSON Centre, Lagos). The show has earned widespread press coverage from Harvard/ART, Edinburgh, and North American and UK outlets, underscoring its global relevance and impact. Stay connected for 2026 show schedules and future engagements across major cities.

Follow the official channels for updates and new dates, and secure your seats early through trusted sources. This is theatre with a purpose—informative, inspiring, and accessible to all audiences seeking meaningful cultural experiences in Lagos, Lagos State, and beyond.

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