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FESTIVAL OF 9 LESSONS & CAROLS
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture & Creative Arts proudly presents the 2025 Festival of 9 Lessons & Carols, themed “Light of the World, a Cultural and Creative Christmas Experience”.
Event Details
Date: 16th December 2025
Time: 5:00 PM
Venue: National Theatre, Accra
Dress Code: Traditional wear paired with a Christmas hat (or festive accessories).
Season’s Message by Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, inviting everyone to celebrate the season with cultural music, carols, and creative performances featuring instruments like saxophone, piano, and traditional drums.
Join us for an unforgettable blend of Ghanaian heritage and Christmas spirit – a night of nine lessons, carols, and culture celebration!
NATIONAL THEATRE OF GHANA HOSTS ORIENTATION FOR 2026 NATIONAL SERVICE PERSONNEL
The National theatre of Ghana warmly welcomed its 2026 National Service personnel on Tuesday 25th of November, at an orientation program held at the exhibition hall on the theatre premises. The event marks the beginning of an exciting journey for the service personnel.
In a captivating welcome address, the executive director Mr. Henry Malm, set the tone for the day, highlighting the theatre’s mission. In his speech, he encouraged the service personnel to embrace the opportunities and challenges that come with serving at this esteemed institution.
Management from the various departments, including public relations, administration, marketing, programs, audit, account, Drama, Dance, music, fire, and technical presented their core functions, providing valuable insights into the Theatre’s operation and program update
The floor was then opened for questions and sharing of experiences, providing a platform for the service personnel to interact with management, fostering a sense of camaraderie and teamwork.
The National Theatre is committed to providing a supportive environment for its service personnel and looks forward to a productive and enriching experience with the 2026 batch.
The National Theatre of Ghana on 30th January held its first quarter townhall meeting with staff, marking a significant event in the institution’s efforts to enhance transparency and collaboration. The meeting kicked off with a functional presentation by departmental managers, who highlighted their achievements in 2025 and presented their workplans for 2026. The agenda included presentations by managers from various departments, including public relations, administration, marketing, programs, audit, and accounts, as well as the Drama, Dance, Music, and Technical teams. These presentations provided valuable insights into the theatre’s operations and program updates. In his opening remarks, Executive Director Mr. Henry Herbert Malm shared his insights with staff, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, innovation, and commitment to work. He encouraged staff to “put on their best” and work tirelessly, advising them to take the townhall meeting seriously and “show up and show out”. His thoughtful approach set a positive tone for the meeting, encouraging staff to actively participate and be on top of their work and responsibilities. The meeting also included a Q&A session, which gave staff a chance to ask questions, share feedback, and engage with management and their colleagues. This interactive segment fostered open communication and helped address staff concerns. The townhall meeting reflects the National Theatre’s commitment to keeping its staff informed and engaged. Overall, the meeting was a success, setting the stage for a productive and collaborative year.
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National Theatre Staff Roll up Sleeves for Cleaning Exercise
National Theatre Staff Roll up Sleeves for Cleaning Exercise
The National Theatre of Ghana staff cleaning exercise has successfully ended today 22nd. The three-day intensive cleaning exercise started after a fumigation exercise aimed at ensuring a clean and healthy environment for staff and patrons. The exercise, which took place from January 20th to January 22nd, saw the entire staff, including management, pitching in to clean the building. From the backstage areas to the main auditorium, lobby, and other parts of the theatre. Staff worked tirelessly to scrub, weed, sweep, and sanitize every nook and cranny. The effort was a testament to the team’s commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment for everyone.
Executive Director, Mr. Henry Herbert Malm expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all staff for their participation and dedication to the cleaning exercise. “We appreciate the effort and enthusiasm shown by everyone involved. This exercise is crucial to our operations, and we’re thrilled to see such teamwork and commitment,” he said.
The cleaning exercise was part of the National Theatre’s ongoing efforts to ensure a conducive working environment and to provide top-notch facilities for its patrons. With the exercise now complete, the National Theatre is ready to welcome back staff and visitors to a clean and healthy space. The facility opens to the public for operation on the 25th of January 2026.