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.
1 hour 10 minutes
12+
3rd September, 2019
12th October, 2019
By: Chigozie Obioma (book), adapted by Gbolahan Obisesan
Director: Jack McNamara
Cast list: David Alade, Valentine Olukoga
Design: Amelia Jane Hankin
Lighting: Amy Mae
Sound: Adam McCready
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