Gbolahan Obisesan

Gbolahan Obisesan is a British Nigerian writer, director, and theatre-maker. He was the Artistic Director and Joint CEO of Brixton House theatre. He has served as a Genesis Fellow and Associate Director at the Young Vic. Quotes "They're all very present. The responsibility's different, but you're still a storyteller. You still have to give the story to the people." Discussing balancing writing, directing and acting as different expressions of storytelling. Gbolahan Obisesan: "You have to give the story to the people", The Guardian, 25 September 2019. "I definitely observed more than I spoke, and I still feel as if I do that. I think, perhaps, I find my opportunities to be outspoken in the work that I make, rather than responding always in the moment." Reflecting on how growing up shaped his approach to people and theatre. Gbolahan Obisesan: "You have to give the story to the people", The Guardian, 25 September 2019. "Although there were a lot of young people from all these different parts of Britain, there were very few young people from inner-city estates, so I felt it was my responsibility to take my play and make sure that it was executed to the best understanding of those environments." Explaining why he began directing his own plays. Gbolahan Obisesan: "You have to give the story to the people", The Guardian, 25 September 2019. "The history of Brixton is proudly political and its rich blend of cultures will inspire the new theatre to be a cradle for startling stories and extraordinary art." Describing the vision behind Brixton House and its role in the community. A Tale of Two Buildings: Brixton House Theatre and the Hondo Tower, The Guardian, 27 February 2022. "One of the biggest challenges for directors starting out is breaking into the industry, so just jump in with both feet and immerse yourself, rather than half exploring it." Advice to emerging theatre directors. Straight from the Director's Mouth – 27 mins with Gbolahan Obisesan, A Younger Theatre, 8 March 2014. "I have tried to express myself in all disciplines to maintain my visibility and to inspire others to express their creative talents in a multitude of ways." Discussing his work as an actor, writer and director. Gbolahan Obisesan: give BAME talent trust and theatre will thrive, The Guardian, 9 June 2020. External links Category:Living people Category:Nigerian writers Category:Theatre directors