Jamaican Airman Forsees His Death, A
By Fred D'AguiarNo. acts:
2
Cast total:
7
Male cast:
5
Female cast:
2
Synopsis
Three young Jamaican men join the Royal Air Force during the Second World War. A strong bond of friendship and memories of home accompany them on their way to the mother
country. All Alvin wants to do is gain his wings and fly. When he achieves this ambition, one mistake leads to his wings being clipped.
Original production
Opening night:
09/04/1991
Company:
Original Cast:
| Jeffrey Chiswick | Kojo / Kathleen's father |
| Sidney Cole | Bruce / Army Officer |
| Maynard Eziashi | Tim / Business |
| Maureen Hibbert | Kathleen's Mother |
| Fraser James | Gerry / Airforce Officer |
| Clarence Smith | Alvin |
| Geraldine Somerville | Kathleen |
Production Team:
Publications
| Title | Year | Publisher | NT Library |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Plays:3, ed. Yvonne Brewster | 1995 | Methuen Drama | No |