Supported by the United States Consulate General Lagos, Wong will conduct master classes for performing arts students, faculty, and theatrical directors at the University of Lagos, Lufodo Academy of Performing Arts, and PEFTI Film Institute, the Guardian reports.
During the festival, Wong, who is notable for her works focusing on women and economic empowerment, will perform her critically acclaimed Wong Street Journal show on Friday, 2 March. The event will be hosted by United States Consul General, Mr F John Bray, at Terra Kulture Arts and Cultural Centre, Lagos.
Public Affairs Officer, U.S. Consulate General Lagos, Ms Darcy Zotter, has expressed optimism that Wong’s visit to Nigeria will strengthen cross-cultural understanding and collaboration between the people of Nigeria and the United States. In her words,
“We are pleased to support Kristina Wong’s participation at the 2018 Lagos Theatre Festival. She is one of the many American arts professionals who has come to Nigeria to give performances, and mentor young Nigerian artists,” Zotter says.
This story first appeared on the Guardian website.
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