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Sim Majorley: Korean Embassy and Globe Productions launch cross-cultural theatre festival
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Ghana has officially launched the 2025 edition of the Korean Cultural Festival, with a groundbreaking theatrical production, Sim Majorley, headlining the celebration of deepening Ghana-Korea relations.
Speaking at the launch event in Accra, Korean Ambassador to Ghana, Park Kyongsig, said the festival, scheduled for August 2 in Tema and August 9 at the Accra International Conference Centre, is designed to promote cultural exchange and bring Korea closer to Ghanaian audiences.
“The highlight of this year’s festival is a theatrical performance based on the famous Korean classical novel Simcheongjeon, or The Story of Sim Cheong, reinterpreted through a Ghanaian lens and performed by Ghanaian actors,” the Ambassador announced.
Describing the production as a “meaningful cultural collaboration,” Ambassador Kyongsig said it embodies Korea’s growing commitment to strengthening ties with Ghana through the arts. “Writing a new chapter in Ghana-Korea cultural diplomacy, we are proudly working with Globe Productions, one of Ghana’s most respected theatre companies,” he noted.
The theatre adaptation, titled Sim Majorley, is directed by celebrated Ghanaian playwright and CEO of Globe Productions, Latif Abubakar. It tells the story of a devoted daughter who sacrifices herself to the sea gods to restore her blind father’s sight—a tale rooted in the Korean original but infused with Ga traditions and Ghanaian cultural symbolism.
“By placing this story within the cultural rhythms, language, and symbolism of the Ga people, we have not only preserved the essence of the Korean original but also created a platform for cross-cultural understanding, creative fusion, and mutual appreciation,” Mr Abubakar stated.
He revealed that there will be two showings of Sim Majorley on August 9 at the Accra International Conference Centre; at 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.; and called on Ghanaians to come and witness “a fusion of heritage, heart, and hope.”
Aside from the theatrical performance, the festival will feature K-pop dance showcases by Ghanaian youth and Korean culture booths where patrons can experience Korean food, innovations, and traditions. The organisers say the decision to host part of the festival in Tema is aimed at making Korean culture more accessible to Ghanaians outside Accra.
Ambassador Kyongsig added that the festival symbolises more than entertainment—it is a cultural bridge. “It is our sincere wish that this event will help deepen mutual understanding and further strengthen the cultural ties between our two countries.”
The Korean Cultural Festival is part of the broader outreach under the Korean Embassy’s ongoing scholarship programme, which also supports cultural education and people-to-people exchange between the two nations.
“Together, let us continue to tell stories that move us, and move the world,” Mr Abubakar concluded.
Tickets for Sim Majorley are expected to go on sale later this month, with heavy anticipation from both theatre lovers and cultural enthusiasts. Source; Dailygraphic
Ghanaian music icon, Akwasi Poku Addae, known in Showbiz circles as Kwaisey Pee has honoured his promise to children suffering from cancer.
Ahead of his 25th anniversary event held at the D’ Icon Event Centre at East Legon last year, he made a promise to donate some funds to children suffering from cancer.
True to his word, the musician has recently made a donation of GHC50,000 to the Paediatric Oncology Unit of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital.
He told the Ghanaian Times that children are so dear to him, and was optimistic the support would go a long way too impact lives.
The music dynamo also promised that the gesture will not be the last,” it will be a continuous feature from me.”
He also called on Ghanaians home and abroad to lend a helping hand to children suffering from cancer.
According to him, children with cancer have many needs, and a helping hands will go a long way ease the suffering.
“Cancer treatment is very expensive, and leaving that to parents of the children alone, will be a huge burden, with support from you and myself, we can make some changes in other people’s lives,” he concluded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
In the ever-evolving journey of Ghanaian music, there are individuals whose contributions transcend the spotligh.
There are always men and women who work quietly yet powerfully to preserve culture, nurture legends, and keep the soul of the music alive across generations and borders.
One such figures is Jerry Amoah, widely known and affectionately called Nana Kobo.
This year, Ghana Music Awards-USA honours Jerry Amoah for his unwavering commitment to sustaining Ghanaian music, both at home and in the diaspora.
It is a recognition long deserved, a celebration of decades of passion, sacrifice, and cultural stewardship.
Jerry Amoah’s journey has never been about personal glory. Instead, it has been anchored in service: promoting Ghanaian sounds, advocating for artistes, and ensuring that the richness of Ghana’s musical heritage continues to resonate beyond national borders.
Through his tireless efforts, many Ghanaian musicians have found platforms, audiences, and renewed relevance, especially within Ghanaian communities abroad.
Central to his legacy is his steadfast support for gospel music and, in particular, his enduring association with legendary gospel icon Yaw Sarpong.
At times when gospel music needed champions, Jerry Amoah stood firm—protecting its values, amplifying its message, and honoring its pioneers. His respect for Yaw Sarpong is not merely professional; it reflects a deep appreciation for music as ministry, heritage, and moral compass.
Colleagues often describe Nana Kobo as a bridge—connecting generations, genres, and geographies.
He understands that Ghanaian music is not just entertainment, but identity. Through festivals, promotions, mentorship, and behind-the-scenes advocacy, he has helped ensure that Ghana’s rhythms, lyrics, and spiritual expressions remain relevant in a globalized world.
As Ghana Music Awards-USA prepares to bestow this honour, it is not simply recognizing one man—it is saluting a lifetime of dedication to culture, faith, and music.
Jerry Amoah’s story reminds us that true impact is measured not by applause, but by legacy.
And in the story of Ghanaian music, Nana Kobo’s legacy is written in bold, enduring notes.
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