Black Star Comedy Experience to turn Ghanaian comedy into global export – Rex Owusu Marfo
By: Ashiadey Dotse Coordinator of the Black Star Experience Secretariat, Rex Owusu Marfo, says the Black Star Comedy Experience will provide Ghanaian comedians with platforms to build sustainable careers and take their talents to international audiences. According to him, the initiative, which is slated for January 2, 2027, will use live shows, recordings, digital audio […]
Rex Owusu Marfo, coordinator of the Black Star Experience Secretariat, unveiled the Black Star Comedy Experience on September 24, 2026. This initiative aims to elevate Ghanaian comedians and transform their talents into global export success. Scheduled to commence on January 2, 2027, the program will incorporate live performances, recordings, digital audio, and international showcases to build sustainable careers for comedians.
The Black Star Comedy Experience is part of a wider initiative, the Black Star Experience, which focuses on seven pillars: film, audio, food, aesthetics, style, literature, and heritage. Owusu Marfo emphasized the importance of comedy as an audio pillar, reflecting Ghana's culture and identity. The project aims to create job opportunities for young people in the creative economy, moving beyond mere entertainment to address infrastructure, business structures, and international market access challenges.
The initiative aims to be a 365-day commitment, with a plan to extend its reach beyond Ghana, starting with the United Kingdom. Owusu Marfo called for increased government and corporate support to nurture the creative industry. The Black Star Comedy Experience will be part of Ghana's 70th independence anniversary celebrations in 2027.
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