National Theatre honours Uncle Ebo Whyte, 9 others
The National Theatre has honoured renowned playwright Mr James Ebo Whyte, popularly known as Uncle Ebo Whyte, and nine other distinguished former employees for their outstanding service and contributions to the institution and Ghana’s creative industry. The ceremony, held in Accra, formed part of the second edition of the National Theatre’s recognition initiative and the … The post National…
The National Theatre in Accra celebrated the outstanding service of 10 former employees, including the renowned playwright Uncle Ebo Whyte, during the second edition of their recognition initiative. The event, held from September 28 to October 4, 2026, marked the third week of recognising the institution's history and contributions to Ghana's creative industry.
Executive Director Henry Herbert Malm praised the honourees for their dedication, passion, and excellence, which had shaped the National Theatre's legacy and laid its foundation. Uncle Ebo Whyte, described by Malm as having a monumental contribution to Ghanaian theatre, expressed gratitude to the Theatre for his recognition and urged young people not to abandon the arts.
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