LCEW 2026 · 6th Edition
Staging It: Breaking Into the Resurgent Theatre Industry
The renovation of the National Theatre, as well as the growing number of stage plays by renowned producers and directors, show that this field of the arts is indeed having a resurgence.
The theme of the 6th edition of LCEW provides a platform for young practitioners to understand the opportunities and explore avenues to carve a sustainable niche in the Nigerian theatre arts industry, from playwriting and costuming to directing and stage design.
Wednesday, 4th November
Fireside Chat
Producing for Theatre
Brenda Fashugba
Creative Economy Strategist and Producer
Q&A
Winning the LCEW 2025 Fashion Showcase
Afeez Olawale
Founder, Feezzy Fashion Brand
Masterclass
Creative Power, Legal Protection
Folasade Akinmusire
Governance and Legal Adviser
Thursday, 5th November
Masterclass
Beyond the Stage: Directing Ideas, Curating Culture and Building Sustainable Creative Enterprises
Musa Sunusi Ahmad
Theatre Director and Curator
Masterclass
Behind the Spotlight: Turning Technical Creativity Into a Thriving Career in Entertainment
Richard Ndu Umezinwa
Theatre Designer, Production Manager and University Lecturer
Fireside Chat
Acting for Theatre
Oluchi Odii
Actor, Singer and Composer
Panel Discussion
Understanding the Fundamentals of Theatre and Performance
Adeola Andrea Peregrino
Founder, CEO and Creative Director, Crater Network
Floyd Igbo
Multifaceted Artiste
Ronke Sonowo
Creative Director, Zohar
Showcase