Prominent leader of ICGC, Dr. Mensah Otabil, is not happy about the deteriorating condition of the National Theatre. He described it as “severely malnourished” due to a lack of proper maintenance.
Atthe 2023 Experience Conference held at the Maker’s House Chapel on October 1, 2023, he praised Dr. Michael Boadi Nyamekye, the Founder of Maker’s House Chapel, for constructing state-of-the-art auditoriums.
He contrasted these well-maintained modern facilities with the National Theatre, implying that the state-run venue is in a bad state. Dr Mensah Otabil’s speech gives the impression that he is a bit worried about the state of the National Theatre
Dr. Mensah Otabil premised that while private individuals like Dr. Boadi Nyamekye could build and maintain modern auditoriums, the same level of care was not given to state facilities like the National Theatre.
His keen observation has amassed a lot of feedbacks. This is because the topic of the theatre has long been a subject of worry. Playwrights and artists who use the venue have complained times without number. There have been instances of disruptions during performances, such as power outages.
Celebrated figures in the arts business, including playwright Kobina Ansah, actor Fiifi Coleman, and spoken word artist Oswald Okaitei, have all wished for improved conditions.
