Entertainment
DKB ignites hope with Virtual Comedy Show
Renowned Ghanaian comedian, DKB, known in private life as Derrick Kobina Bonney, has disclosed that the deadly coronavirus has crippled the country’s comedy sector.
“Our work is social gathering related, and COVID-19 is against social gathering, making it difficult for people to go out in their numbers for comedy shows. Clearly, this is a total crippling of the sector,” he said.
This notwithstanding, the comedian believes there is hope as he stages first ever Virtual Comedy Show in Ghana, dubbed, ‘Anti-Corona Edition’ on Friday, July 24 at exactly 8:00pm.
The Comedian who is doing this together with other colleagues told The Spectator that though the current situation has brought some limitations, the excitement would be the same.
Performing live on the day are Clemento Suarez, Foster Romanus, OB Amponsah, Lekzy DeComic, Jacinta, MJ the Comedian, Comedian Waris and the man behind the event, DKB.
According to him, there would be limited seats but the rest can pay and enjoy it through a dedicated digital platform, veventgh.com, adding that 10 per cent of the proceeds would be donated to the national COVID-19 Fund to save lives.
DKB further said the virtual version of his Comedy Express show, was to give hope to the players in the industry that all was not lost.
He charged others to explore the window of opportunity virtual platforms provided in order to gradually warm up into a prosperous future.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
‘Crossing Paths’premieres tomorrow
Reverend Charlene Quaye, Executive Producer for Diamond Pillar Production, is set to premiere a must watch Christian romantic drama titled ‘Crossing Paths’ today at the Silverbird Cinemas at Accra Mall and West Hills Mall.
The film promises to captivate audiences with its moving portrayal of love found in unexpected places, brought to life by some of Ghana’s most celebrated actors.
Rev. Quaye told The Spectator that the film’s central message was beautifully summed up in the timeless biblical verse: “In His time, He makes all things beautiful.”
According to her, through laughter, tears, and transformation, ‘Crossing Paths’ reminds viewers that love often arrives when least expected and that with patience, support, and open hearts, even the most unlikely relationships can blossom.
Directed by renowned filmmaker Pascal Amanfo, the cast includes Joyce Ama Maanu, Edwin Agbeli Jnr, Bella Agyemang, Omari Dwamena, Don K. Kingsley Yamoah, and Charlene Quaye.
Other veteran actress Irene Opare and the ever-versatile Roselyn Ngissah, alongside Jessica Williams and Peter Ritchie, also features in ‘Crossing Paths’ which explores the emotional journeys of three couples who discover love through chance encounters, faith, and personal growth.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Entertainment
Barima Amo set to thrillpatrons at International AmoFest 2025
All is set for an awe-inspiring experience at this year’s International AmoFest, slated for Saturday, July 5, 2025 at the Alliance Française.
According to the organisers, this edition would be bigger than ever.
As part of the festival, the day ahead of the event has been earmarked for an exclusive workshop with the guest artistes from the Netherlands.
Patrons of the workshop will discuss topics like; ‘the Ghanaian musicians as part of the global creative community’ and other issues like ‘financial literacy in the arts’.
The session would be addressed by bankers, the tourism sector players, government stakeholders and representatives from SSNIT.
“I’m taking it back to the beginning with unforgettable songs from my very first CD release,” Amo revealed.
According to him, “I want to hear from you, let me know which songs you want to hear me perform, share your favourite throwbacks, and let’s create a set list together.”
Patrons will enjoy performances from soulful Ebony Winters and the genre-blending Kotokid, both from the Netherlands.
Revellers would have an unforgettable experience with the incredible
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
