Titilola Aboyade-Cole, MD/CEO of Podium Empire (UK), will headline the World Theatre Day 2026 Webinar hosted by TheatreMania Africa on Friday, March 27, at 2:00 PM (GMT+1) via Zoom.
Renowned as a visionary leader, business strategist, and international achiever, Aboyade-Cole brings a wealth of experience in creative leadership, business innovation, and cultural advocacy to the global theatre conversation.
The webinar, themed “Theatre and the Culture of Peace: Building Bridges, Not Borders,” aims to highlight the power of theatre as a tool for social cohesion and peacebuilding.
Aboyade-Cole is expected to share her unique insights on how strategic leadership in the arts can drive collaboration, foster cultural understanding, and inspire transformative projects across borders.
Joining her on the panel are other distinguished figures in the performing arts. Serge Aime Coulibaly, Creative Director of Ankata Dance Company in Burkina Faso, will contribute his expertise in dance and theatrical expression. Veteran Nollywood actor Dr. Uche Sam Anyamele will offer reflections from his decades-long career in film and stage acting, while Kemisola Otekaiye-Colloraffi, actor, singer, and MD of NKAN Media (Oakland, US), will speak on the intersection of performance and media.
Award-winning author, poet, and musician AJ Dagga Tolar will round out the panel with perspectives on storytelling and cultural activism.
The webinar is open to theatre enthusiasts, creatives, students, and professionals worldwide. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with these thought leaders, ask questions, and gain insights into how theatre can transcend borders and cultivate a culture of peace.
Titilola Aboyade-Cole’s participation underscores her commitment to leveraging strategic vision and leadership in advancing creative industries on a global scale.
Participants can register now through the official TheatreMania Africa website to secure their spot and join this celebration of creativity, leadership, and the transformative power of the arts.
