Archived

3 Sep - 12 Oct 2019

By Chigozie Obioma (adapted for the stage by Gbolahan Obisesan) 
Directed by Jack McNamara

★★★★

‘Supreme theatre’

★★★★

‘Spellbinding’

★★★★

‘Something very special’

In a small Nigerian town Ben, Obembe and their two older brothers slip away to fish at a forbidden river. Unnoticed and carefree they continue until the prophecy of a madman changes the course of their lives forever.

Based on the Man Booker Prize shortlisted novel by one of Africa’s major new voices, New Perspectives’ critically acclaimed award-winning production of Chigozie Obioma’s powerful allegory of brotherhood, vengeance and fate adapted by Gbolahan Obisesan arrives in the West End for the first time.

Archived

3 Sep - 12 Oct 2019

3 Sep - 12 Oct 2019

Running time

1 hr 10 mins (with no interval)
Age guidance: 12+
This show includes flashing lights and haze effects.