If E Easy, Come Do Am!
Dogbey Greatness
Life in Dramatic Arts
Stage Voice: Hello, Greatness! Can you please tell us about yourself?
Greatness: Hi, good evening. I’m Dogbey Greatness, a part 2 student of Dramatic Arts.
Stage Voice: Can you share your experiences since you joined the department?
Greatness: Being a Dramatic Arts student is not for the faint-hearted! During the initiation rehearsals, I did things I never thought I could do—jogging long distances, doing intense exercises that gave me a flat tummy in just a week, and losing a lot of weight in the process!
But it wasn’t all hard work. I got to mingle with many people and made friends, which I normally wouldn’t do. I learned so much, and these lessons have been incredibly useful in my everyday life. I’m truly grateful to God for the opportunity to study Dramatic Arts.
Stage Voice: That’s inspiring!
Greatness: It is, but let me not lie—those early morning rehearsals, late evening practices, and overnight sessions were no joke! Balancing them with academics and daily life was tough.
One day, someone said to me, “All you do is dance, and you look homeless.” I was so annoyed after coming back from rehearsal, and I told them, ‘If e easy, come do am!’ (If it’s easy, come and try it).
Dramatic Arts is not just a course—it’s a lifestyle that requires physical, mental, and emotional strength. A director can’t shout at me, and I’ll start crying—O wrong na!
Stage Voice: Truly, if e easy, make them do am! How have you been balancing schoolwork with rehearsals?
Greatness: Honestly, I don’t attend classes as often as I’d like, but I make up for it by reading materials, going for tutorials, and studying overnight. It’s all about finding what works for you.
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Stage Voice: That’s smart! So, do you have a business?
Greatness: Yes, I sell gift packages and thrift wears.
Stage Voice: Wow, when did you start this?
Greatness: I started the gift packages earlier this year and just launched the thrift brand.
Stage Voice: How has the experience been so far?
Greatness: Business hasn’t been the best, but I’m still pushing.
Stage Voice: That’s the goal—keep pushing and never give up!
While juggling rehearsals and schoolwork, Greatness has also embraced entrepreneurship. Her journey into selling gift packages and thrift wears reflects her drive to explore her creative and business sides.
Personal Life and Support System
Stage Voice: Would you mind sharing your relationship status?
Greatness: Hahaha! I’m not single.
Stage Voice: God when oo! Do you have anyone you’d like to give a shoutout to?
Greatness: Yes, my brother. He’s my biggest supporter.
Stage Voice: That’s wonderful—he sounds like he deserves it.
Advice to Fellow Students
Stage Voice: Finally, what advice would you give to students navigating the challenges of Dramatic Arts or other creative fields?
Greatness: Stay determined. This course will stretch you, but it’s all part of the process. Be prepared to adapt, make sacrifices, and push beyond your limits. Never give up—just keep going.
Stage Voice: Beautifully said! Thank you for sharing your story, Greatness. We wish you the best in all your endeavors!
Keep the Passion Alive
Greatness proves that life’s a stage, and she’s owning it! From balancing rehearsals and school to running her businesses, she’s making it all happen. Feeling inspired? Share this article with your friends—because if it’s easy, make them do am! And hey, what’s your own ‘if e easy’ moment? Share your story in the comments or with a friend who needs a little motivation today!
Interviewed by: Ogunseye Timothy
Edited and Published by: Charos Adegoke
