Veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan Ogogo has shared his views on relationships within theatre groups, particularly the dynamics between senior actors and their apprentices
In an interview with Feelrightvnews, he said it is not inappropriate for a theatre boss to express romantic interest in an apprentice, provided it is based on consent and without any form of coercion. He also suggested that some individuals join theatre troupes with motives beyond learning the craft of acting.
He explained that relationships in such environments can develop naturally, stressing that the key factor is mutual agreement between consenting adults.
“it’s not a crime for a boss to ask his apprentice out, contentment is satisfaction. there’s not suppose to be problem in a boss dating his apprentice as long as he didn’t force her. some girls do learn theatre because they want to date the boss.”
He also reflected on his early days at Odunfa Theatre, saying different people were drawn to the group for different reasons, including attraction to popular figures in the industry.
“when i was at Odunfa then, some girls come because of Yinka Quadri, some because of me and some because of Abbey Lanre. you can come to me and i will ask if you don’t mind if we can be into ourselves, there’s nothing bad in it…”
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