Foriwa
play by Sutherland
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Foriwa is a play by Ghanaian playwright Efua Sutherland, first performed in 1962. The play emphasizes the importance of combining new approaches with established traditions. Sutherland was a significant figure in African theatre, founding the Drama Studio in Accra and writing for children as well as adults. Her work, often performed in both Akan and English, explored political themes relevant to Ghana's independence. Foriwa is considered a key work in the development of modern Ghanaian theatre.12
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