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Naa Ashorkor leads ‘Five Hours with Mario’
Patrons will have a memorable day as Five Hours with Mario, an adaptation of Miguel Delibes’ novel which is a collaboration between celebrated Ghanaian playwright, LatifAbubakar and the Spanish Embassy in Accra shows today and Sunday.
The move is aimed at putting Ghana’s theatre industry on the world stage.
Speaking at the launch of the play at the Spanish Embassy, Mr Abubakar said “the Embassy’s decision to partner Globe Productions stems from a relationship between me and Ambassador Javier Gutterez, Spanish Ambassador to Ghana, who aims at deepening the Spain-Ghana relationship beyond traditional trade to arts and culture.”
The playwright whose interest is to project Ghana’s theatre industry to the world said the partnership would set Ghana on the world stage once again.
“As pacesetters of virtual live play on COVID-19 with a record 3.5 million live views as well as staging Ghana’s first open air theatre, our dream of projecting Ghana’s theatre industry beyond our country and continent is becoming a reality with the launch of this play,” he said.
The Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy, Mr Diego Spottorno, also said the Spanish Embassy was pleased to partner Mr Abubakar on this project.
He explained that the timing for the adaptation could not have been more appropriate, considering the challenges in the world today.
He said the adaptation of the play would mark the beginning of a great partnership between the Ghanaian and Spanish theatre industries.
Five Hours with Mario is one of the best and most popular Spanish novel, with touches of comedy by a renowned Spanish writer, Miguel Delibes.
The novel addresses two of the author’s favourite themes: the authenticity of rural life compared with life in the city, and death as the ultimate and definitive milestone in human life.
The play which is being adapted into a Ghanaian and Afrocentric stage play for the first time is expected to make an impact not only in Ghana and Spain but across the world.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian gospel artiste, Jesse Delali, has released his latest single, ‘Hallelujah’, a powerful praise anthem that urges believers to lift the banner of worship and give glory to the King of kings.
Rooted in gratitude, surrender, and heartfelt adoration, ‘Hallelujah’ is more than a song; it is a declaration of God’s greatness and a reminder that He deserves the highest praise not only because of His mighty works, but simply because of who He is.
The upbeat tempo contemporary church praise jam blends energetic rhythms with a worshipful message, making it a perfect sound for Sunday services, personal devotion, and moments of collective celebration in the presence of God.
Speaking about the inspiration behind the song, Jesse Delali describes ‘Hallelujah’ as a call for every believer to exalt God regardless of circumstances.
“God deserves our praise at all times. ‘Hallelujah’ is a declaration of gratitude and surrender-a reminder that our worship is not only tied to what God does for us, but who He is,” he explains.
The production of ‘Hallelujah’ was handled by renowned music producer Junior Boateng of Newgenn Studios, who crafted a rich and energetic soundscape that complements the song’s celebratory message.
The official music video, shot and edited by Kwame Aboagye of Envision Media, brings the song’s message to life through captivating visuals recorded live in Ottawa, Canada that reflect the joy, passion, and spiritual atmosphere behind the praise anthem.
With ‘Hallelujah’, the drummer turned singer continues his mission of creating music that inspires faith, encourages worship, and draws hearts closer to God, following his recent release of ‘For All You’ve Done’
Renowned Ghanaian highlife musician, Pozo Hayes, has received an electric mobility scooter from the Nat Arthur Foundation –Tower of Hope to enhance his mobility, independence and overall well-being.
The presentation, which brought together family members, friends and well-wishers, showed the Foundation’s commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals and improving their quality of life.
The Spokesperson for the Foundation, Ms Philomina Kuntum Blankson, said the donation was part of the Foundation’s mission of restoring hope and transforming lives through acts of compassion and community support.
According to her, the Foundation recognised the challenges faced by some vulnerable persons and remained committed to providing practical assistance to improve their daily lives and preserve their dignity.
Ms Blankson said the foundation has over the years undertaken various charitable interventions aimed at improving lives through healthcare support, community development projects and humanitarian assistance.
“The donation to Pozo Hayes forms part of its broader efforts to promote dignity, inclusion and social support for persons facing mobility and other life challenges,” she added.
Receiving the scooter, Pozo Hayes expressed gratitude to the Nat Arthur Foundation and all those who contributed towards the initiative.
He described the gesture as life-changing, saying the mobility scooter would greatly improve his movement and enable him to carry out his daily activities with greater ease and confidence.
The veteran musician also commended the Foundation for its kindness and concern for the welfare of vulnerable members of society.
Dignitaries who attended the event were Prophet King Solomon, Nana Offeh Sebede3 Adeamuoduro Trimud3 Kaakyire Kwame Appiah I, Bosomtwe Asaman Manhene Benkumhene/Detiesohene of Lake Bosomtwe, associates of the musician.
