Every Journey Begins Somewhere.
A theatrical journey into Oja-Ero.
Beyond the waters lies a land where strangers arrive seeking something more. Step into Oja-Ero and witness a story of purpose, ambition and the choices that shape us — live, before your eyes.
20 September 2026
Shell Hall, Muson Centre
By Special Planners
2:00 PM · 6:00 PM
The Land of Oja-Ero
Oja-Ero is a vast and enchanting land where sojourners from far and wide come seeking opportunity, prosperity and purpose. A land without borders, it welcomes all through its waterway entrance, where every arrival carries the promise of a new beginning.
Here, life unfolds among its people — in its markets, its homes, its waterways and its traditions. Among them are Mulero, Ododoeye, Laditan, Omonide, Gunrege and Ogidan; each with their own desires, relationships and place within the world of Oja-Ero.
But this land has a mystery of its own. No sojourner leaves with anything except what has been freely bestowed by grateful hearts.
And while the waters bring them in, the only way out lies beyond a lonely forest path.
Our Sojourners
They came to Oja-Ero together, but they did not come seeking the same thing.
As their journeys unfold, Oja-Ero offers each of them what they came looking for — and asks them to decide what it is truly worth.
Two sojourners. Two paths. One land.
Ododoeye chooses another path. Through learning, service and compassion, she finds purpose in the lives of the people around her.
Mulero arrives determined to escape the life of debt and poverty he has known. For him, wealth is more than comfort — it is freedom, status, and the promise of becoming someone different
More Than A Stage Play.
Cowries Do Cry is a thought-provoking theatrical experience that explores the choices that shape a life — our pursuit of purpose, wealth, recognition and the legacy we leave behind.
Rooted in culture, humour and compelling storytelling, the production brings together powerful performances and timeless themes to create a story that is both deeply entertaining and thought-provoking.
It is a journey through ambition, relationships, service and the meaning of success — told through the richness of African storytelling and brought to life on stage.
AN ORIGINAL STAGE PLAY
Olalekan Adeniyi
PRESENTED BY
Special Planners
LIVE AT
Shell Hall, MUSON Centre
20 SEPTEMBER 2026
2:00 PM · 6:00 PM
Come experience the story live. Come laugh, feel, reflect, and discover Oja-Ero for yourself.
Come Into The Story.
This is not a story meant to be experienced from a distance. It is a world built to be felt — through the laughter, the music, the movement, the tension and the moments that stay with you long after the curtain falls.
Step into Oja-Ero. Meet its people. Feel their triumphs, their struggles, their choices and the consequences that follow.
Come for the spectacle. Stay for the story. And somewhere between the laughter and the silence, you may find yourself asking the question that brings it all home: Why am I here?
Set against the backdrop of a society increasingly driven by wealth, influence and recognition, Cowries Do Cry gently challenges conventional ideas of success, reminding us that the true value of life may lie not in what we accumulate, but in the lives we touch.
More than entertainment, it is a theatrical experience that inspires reflection, sparks conversation and leaves a lasting impression.
Why This Story
In a world where success is often measured by possessions, popularity and personal achievement, Cowries Do Cry invites us to pause and consider another measure: is a life of significance defined by what we gain, or by what we give?
Theme
- Purpose & Identity
- Legacy
- Service to Humanity
- Wealth vs. Fulfilment
- Family & Relationships
- Culture & Tradition
- The Meaning of Success
- The Human Journey
What to Expect
Expect laughter. Emotion. Culture. Powerful storytelling. And a live theatrical experience that unfolds in real time, bringing you into the world of Oja-Ero rather than simply asking you to watch from a distance.
Who Should Attend
Whether you’re a student discovering your path, a professional pursuing success, a parent shaping the next generation, or simply someone who appreciates meaningful storytelling, there is something here for you.
STUDENTS
Discovering their path.
PROFESSIONALS
Pursuing success.
FAMILIES
Shaping the next generation.
STORY LOVERS
Looking for something meaningful.
Cowries Do Cry doesn’t preach or offer easy answers. It simply gives us a story, a room full of people, and enough space to reflect on the choices we make, the lives we influence and the legacy we hope to leave behind. Come. Take your seat. And let the story come alive before you.
Take Your Seat in Oja-Ero.
The story is waiting. Choose how you want to experience it — from an individual seat to an evening shared around your own table.
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Every Journey Begins Somewhere.
And Every Journey Must End Somewhere.
But the journey was never really about where you end up. Perhaps it is about what you leave behind. No sojourner leaves with anything except what has been freely bestowed by grateful hearts.
The story is waiting to be experienced. Take your seat and discover what Oja-Ero has in store.
- 20 SEPTEMBER 2026
- SHELL HALL
- MUSON CENTRE