Shirley Frimpong-Manso to Make Theatre Directorial Debut with Africa Arts Network’s Honeymoon Hotel.
Acclaimed Ghanaian filmmaker Shirley Frimpong-Manso is set to take her first steps into theatre directing with Honeymoon Hotel, a stage play brought to life by Africa Arts Network.
Adapted and directed by Shirley from an original script by playwright Stephen Yaw Oppong, Honeymoon Hotel will run at the National Theatre in Accra from June 20th to 22nd, 2025.
The production has already sparked significant excitement, thanks to its intriguing title, cultural relevance, and impressive creative team.
A Star-Studded Cast
The stage will shine with an exceptional lineup of talent, including Joselyn Dumas, James Gardiner, Ama K. Abebrese, Godwin Namboh, Andrew Tandoh-Adote, Gadede Segbefia, David Dontoh, Jasmine Baroudi, Amanda Jissih, and several other distinguished names from both stage and screen.
About the Play
Set in a lavish hotel designed to celebrate eternal love, Honeymoon Hotel is a witty, emotionally charged romantic dramedy where nothing is quite as it seems. With guests hiding secrets and staff entangled in their own romantic dilemmas, the hotel becomes a stage for chaos, comedy, and heartfelt revelations.
Through humour and drama, the play explores themes of love, deception, commitment, and second chances.
Shirley’s New Creative Chapter
Speaking about her move from film to theatre, Shirley Frimpong-Manso shared:
“Theatre is raw, immediate, and alive in a way that is different from film. I’m incredibly excited to be making my theatre debut — it’s been such a thrilling experience diving into rehearsals, working closely with this amazing cast, and rediscovering storytelling in its purest form. Honeymoon Hotel is going to be sensational. It’s funny, it’s got a lot of drama and surprises, and I can’t wait for everyone to see what we’ve been cooking up.”
A Bold Move for Ghanaian Theatre
Africa Arts Network, known for acclaimed productions such as In the Chest of a Woman and You Play Me, I Play You, continues to push boundaries with this contemporary and culturally resonant show — combining rich storytelling with an immersive theatre experience.
Kofi Adinkra, Founder of Africa Arts Network, emphasized the significance of the project:
“Honeymoon Hotel is more than just a production — it’s a turning point for the growth of Ghana’s theatre industry. Shirley’s entrance into live theatre raises the creative bar. Her collaboration with top-tier screen actors bridges the gap between film and stage, draws new audiences, and positions theatre as a commercially viable and powerful platform for Ghanaian stories.”
An Experience Not to Be Missed
With nearly 9,000 theatre lovers expected to attend across three days, Honeymoon Hotel is poised to become one of the cultural highlights of the year. Featuring a compelling narrative, a visionary director, and an A-list cast, this production promises to deliver theatre at its finest.
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