Entertainment
‘Something must kill a man’ dazzles patrons
Not even the rains could deter hundreds of patrons who turned up at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra to watch open-air play christened ‘Something must kill a man.’
The play produced by Latif Abubakar’s Globe Theatre was shown at 7 p.m. each night from September 2-4.
‘Something must kill a man’ was centred on team commitment, loyalty, bondage and humour needed to help achieve organisational goals.
Patrons had a good time enjoying a story of one Mr. Arthur who retired and handed over his company to his son, and surprisingly, set him (son) up with a charming beautiful lady.
Speaking to The Spectator, Latif Abubakar described the event as successful and expressed his appreciation to the patrons, the media as well as other stakeholders for their support towards the event.
“It rained each day of the event, yet we had many people at the venue to the extent that we had to restrict others from entry due to COVID-19 protocols. We have to say thank you to everyone,” he said.
According to Abubakar, it marked a rekindling of interest in stage play after the ravages of deadly COVID-19.
He told this paper that the feedback from patrons on the lessons from the play had been massive, and was impressed about its impact on lives.
Mr. Abubakar further noted that this was a huge motivation ahead of their upcoming plays in December this year.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Legendary Ghanaian gospel musician and founder of the Asomafo gospel group, Yaw Sarpong, is reporteddead.
The 66 year old gospel artiste is said to have died at the Emena Hospital in Kumasi on January 20, where he was receiving medical treatment.
For sometime now, Yaw Sarpong had been dealing with prolonged health challenges, forcing him to reduce his public appearances and step away periodically from performances.
Yaw Sarpong is widely credited as a pioneer of contemporary Akan gospel music.
Through Yaw Sarpong and Asomafo, he introduced a distinctive sound marked by rich harmonies, disciplined arrangements and lyrics firmly grounded in Christian teachings.
His leadership and musical direction helped shape the identity of gospel music in Ghana for decades.
Some popular tunes by the group includes ‘Wo Haw Ne Sen’, ‘Tie Obiaa’, ‘Aduro Yesu’ and ‘Awurade Kasa’, tracks that continue to feature prominently in churches and Christian gatherings across the country.
Yaw Sarpong’s death comes barely some weeks after the passing of Maame Tiwa, a key pillar of the Yaw Sarpong’s Asomafo music group.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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Heavens will come down at the International Central Gospel Church, Temple East (ICGC) as gospel songstress Diana Hamilton holds her annual concert.
The annual concert ‘Awake Experience’ with Diana Hamilton will take place in Accra on February 15, and at the church of Pentecost, Bantama Kumasi on February 22.
Speaking to The Spectator Agoro, she said this year offers another opportunity to have an experience with God, saying “So I want to be in his presence and watch him do mind blowing things.”
The ‘Aha Ye’ hit maker also announced that leading up to the event, the Diana Hamilton Team will embark on various outreaches to spread the gospel through ministration.
Themed ‘Dwell,’ will bring together renowned artiste and worshippers to celebrate faith and music.
Notable among them are Elder Dr Kwesi Mireku, Ntokozo Mbambo, Sisi Baidoo, Nana Yaw Ofori- Atta, Tagoe sisters and Joojo Arhin.
Diana Hamilton is a celebrated Ghanaian gospel singer, songwriter, and nurse, known for her inspirational music, spiritual depth, and impactful stage presence.
She has achieved historic wins like VGMA Artiste of the Year in 2021, becoming the first female gospel artist to do so, and is also recognised for her philanthropic work through the Diana Hamilton Foundation.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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