Shirley Frimpong-Manso makes theatre debut in ‘Honeymoon Hotel’

Shirley Frimpong-Manso's Theatre Directorial Debut

Ghanaian filmmaker Shirley Frimpong-Manso will make her theatre directorial debut. She will direct the stage play *Honeymoon Hotel*, presented by Africa Arts Network.

The play is adapted from a script by Stephen Yaw Oppong. It will run at the National Theatre in Accra from June 20 to 22, 2025.

*Honeymoon Hotel* is generating excitement for its title and star cast.

A Stellar Cast

The production features a talented ensemble cast. Notable actors include Joselyn Dumas, James Gardiner, and Ama K. Abebrese. Other cast members are Godwin Namboh, Andrew Tandoh-Adote, and Gadede Segbefia. David Dontoh, Jasmine Baroudi, Amanda Jissih, and more outstanding actors complete the lineup.

About the Play

*Honeymoon Hotel* is a romantic dramedy set in a luxury hotel. The hotel aims to celebrate everlasting love but hides secrets. Guests arrive with their own mysteries while staff face complicated relationships. This leads to chaos and comedy throughout the story.

The play explores themes of love, commitment, deceit, and second chances with humor.

Shirley's Thoughts on Theatre

Shirley expressed her excitement about transitioning from screen to stage: “Theatre is raw and alive in a way that film isn’t.” She finds rehearsals thrilling and enjoys working closely with the cast.

She believes *Honeymoon Hotel* will be sensational: “It’s funny with lots of drama and surprises.” She looks forward to sharing it with audiences.

Kofi Adinkra, Founder of Africa Arts Network, stated that *Honeymoon Hotel* aims to elevate the theatre industry: “It’s intended to shift market size and growth upward.”