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Abusive comedy buried Ugandan theatre, says veteran Benedict Sebunya

Ssebunya explained that theatres were once considered safe spaces for elders to bring their children, expecting them to gain valuable insights from stageplays. Unfortunately, the infusion of vulgar comedy changed this perception.

Stage play actor Benedict Ssebunya is part of the play 'Gaasasika Ku Lwa?' with the Legends of Theatre Association at the National Theatre. Photo by Hussein Kiganda
By: NewVision Reporter, Journalists @NewVision

Renowned stageplay actor Benedict Ssebunya has faulted abusive and vulgar comedians for the decline of theatre in Uganda.

Ssebunya, who is part of the play Gaasasika Ku Lwa? with

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Benedict Sebunya
Theatre
Comedy
Gaasasika Ku Lwa?
Legends of Theatre Association
National Theatre