Play Details
Context
Artistic Director
Dominic Cooke
Dates Performed
Thursday 26th April 2012
Jerwood Theatre Upstairs
Thursday 31st May 2012
Theatre Local
Play Details
Synopsis
Kayode Adetunji, a Nigerian-born MP in England, finds his political career shattered after an ill-fated outburst. Seeking solace, he returns to Nigeria, only to confront a nation as chaotic as his own life. Amidst familial tension and political intrigue, Kayode wrestles with his identity and the possibility of rebuilding his career in his homeland. The play explores themes of ambition, cultural identity, and the clash between personal values and societal expectations, set against the vibrant yet tumultuous backdrop of modern Nigeria.
Cast & Creative
Cast
Noma Dumezweni
Cast
Jocelyn Jee Esien
Cast
Lucian Msamati
Cast
Pamela Nomvete
Cast
Itoya Osagiede
Cast
Richard Pepple and Ashley Zhangazha
Designer
Ben Stones
Lighting
Malcolm Rippeth
Sound