In Abuja, Nigeria, the stage is set and anticipation rises as the Green Chamber Choir (GCC) prepares to stage one of the most popular and breathtaking stage works, ‘The Prince of Egypt’ on November 15 at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja.
The concert, the 2025 edition of the choir’s flagship Harmattan Classics series held every November, is described as “a landmark moment in Abuja’s cultural journey”, promising an evening of majestic music and stirring drama, reports Sunday Independent.
Licensed by Music Theatre International (MTI) in New York, the production reimagines the story of Moses, the prince who became a deliverer.
Through sweeping orchestral harmonies, expressive choral arrangements, and immersive stagecraft. Audiences will be transported to the grandeur of ancient Egypt and the story of hope and liberation.
Since its founding in 2009, the Green Chamber Choir has grown into one of Nigeria’s leading classical ensembles, renowned for performances that unite intellect, emotion, and artistry.
The choir, guided by a Board of Trustees chaired by Mr. Esosa Osayi, is composed of dedicated volunteers who perform Western and African classical choral masterpieces.
At the helm is Zitu Benafa, founder and Music Director, who also serves as Creative Director of this production. His professionalism, artistic vision and leadership continue to shape the choir’s evolving voice and distinctive style.
The Harmattan Classics has attracted audiences comprising diplomats, government officials, corporate entities and a rich splash of music enthusiasts in and around the FCT.
According to the Music Director, The Prince of Egypt is more than a performance; it is an experience designed to linger in the hearts of all.
