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The AfroMusical. Oliva Tweest follows the ambitious dreams of London hustler and club-promoter Tobi, as he navigates comedic and sometimes explosive clashes with women, family tradition, and his reawakened conscience. Tobi, is a self-proclaimed gyalis (ladies' man) who wants more out of life. Driven by his need to succeed, he plans the ultimate show to attract his idol D'Banj, naming it after the musician's global hit Oliver Twist. Tobi hopes the concert will propel his career in the entertainment business, but when he finds out the new landlord of his concert venue, Pastor Bayodele, intends to convert the building into a church, Tobi is forced to disguise his true intentions. Featuring classic and original hit songs performed by live African band and refreshing high-energy choreography for a new era of musical entertainment

Cast/Performers

Eddie Kadi (Baba Host), Clinton Elvis (Tobi), Latisha Antoine (Testimony / Joanna), Michael Afuape (Pastor Bayodele), Amaka Obi (Aunty Funke), Moses Hardwick (Baba Host), Kurtis Agyekuim (Brother Emmanuel), Samuel Ababio (Kojo), Sophia Mackay (Keisha), Funy Opeyemi (Dance Captain / Ensemble), Arben Kapidani (Dancer / Ensemble), Gracia Kayindo (Dancer / Ensemble), Samantha-Jayne Banful (Backing Vocalist)

Creatives/Company

Author(s): Pure Yinkz (Yinka Ayinde), Nana Duncan
Music(s): Jason Charles-Nelson, Jason Charles-Nelson
Director: Yinka Ayinde
Producer(s): Yinka Ayinde, Yemisi Mokiuolu (Executive Producer)
Musical Director: Seyi Ogunnaike
Choreographer(s): Patience James (Ensemble), George Duker (Ensemble)