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Yinka Olatunbosun<\/p>\n
In what observers describe as a unique fusion of leadership development and theatre, executive coach and performance strategist Dr. Abiola Salami is bringing his book No More Shrinking: A Performance Tool for Women Who Are Done Playing Small from page to stage.<\/p>\n
The stage adaptation, premiering Saturday, March 28, will feature two performances at Terra Kulture, Victoria Island, Lagos.<\/p>\n
The production represents a rare moment in Nigeria\u2019s performing arts scene: a leadership and performance development book transformed into theatre, reflecting a growing trend of blending professional insight with artistic storytelling.<\/p>\n
Nigeria has a rich tradition of adapting literary works for the stage. The plays of Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka remain foundational, with works such as A Dance of the Forests and The Road continuing to inspire generations of theatre practitioners. Likewise, Chinua Achebe\u2019s novels, particularly Things Fall Apart, have sparked numerous stage interpretations, underscoring the enduring connection between literature and theatre in Nigeria.<\/p>\n
Contemporary Nigerian theatre has also produced acclaimed adaptations such as The Secret Lives of Baba Segi\u2019s Wives, based on Lola Shoneyin\u2019s novel and adapted for the stage by Rotimi Babatunde. More recently, Achebe\u2019s Arrow of God was reimagined as an opera and performed at Operabuja in 2025, highlighting the continued vitality of literary storytelling in the country\u2019s performing arts.<\/p>\n
Unlike many previous adaptations that explored colonial history or cultural identity, No More Shrinking focuses on a contemporary leadership challenge: the psychological barriers that often prevent talented professionals\u2014especially women\u2014from fully expressing their competence in workplace and leadership settings.<\/p>\n
Through dramatic scenes, spoken-word storytelling, and character-driven narratives, the play explores everyday professional moments\u2014hesitation to speak in meetings, navigating male-dominated environments, and balancing confidence with social expectations.<\/p>\n
Reflecting on the production, Dr. Salami explained that the adaptation draws on real-life experiences shared by professional women across industries.<\/p>\n
\u201cMany brilliant professionals know exactly what they want to say in critical moments but hesitate to express it,\u201d he said. \u201cThe stage offers a powerful way to bring these internal battles into the open and start a meaningful conversation.\u201d<\/p>\n
Industry observers note that the adaptation signals a shift in Nigerian theatre toward productions that combine personal development, social commentary, and artistic expression.<\/p>\n
With performances on Saturday, March 28, the play is expected to attract professionals, cultural enthusiasts, and theatre audiences eager to explore the intersection of leadership insight and performing arts. Showtimes are scheduled for both afternoon and evening at Terra Kulture.<\/p>\n
, Education \u2013 THISDAYLIVE, March 22, 2026, 2:39 am<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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