Key Seeds: Queen Idia The Musical (Work in Progress)
Sun 4 MayProudly supported by Landmark Theatres Key Seeds Programme.
Queen Idia: The Musical is a vibrant new production that brings to life the inspiring story of Queen Idia, the iconic warrior queen of 16th century Benin Kingdom in Nigeria. With a powerful blend of Afrobeats, spoken word poetry, and dance, the musical captures her bravery and intelligence as she plots her son’s ascension to the throne and shapes his reign and the destiny of her people.
Queen Idia the Musical is being developed through a collaborative R&D process with UK and Nigerian creatives. This production is a celebration of resilience, leadership, and cultural heritage and promises a captivating, modern retelling of an African legend.
About the Artist:
Lydia Idakula is an award winning producer, writer and arts manager who has produced several theatre productions, film, TV shows, festivals and arts events. Notably, she was the Artistic Director of Lagos Theatre Festival, the largest multi arts festival in West Africa and is the founder of the Cambridge African Festival of Arts. Lydia is passionate about telling African/migrant stories, global collaborations and creating opportunities for underrepresented migrant artistes. She lives and works in the UK as a Producer where she is currently working on her first musical.
