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Belong

By Bola Agbaje

Year staged: 2012

Opening night: 26/04/2012

Theatre Company: English Stage Company

Staged in: Royal Court Theatre

Cast Size: 7

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.

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Belong

Publisher: Methuen Drama

Year published: 2012

Original Cast

Ashley Zhangazha

Kumle

Richard Pepple

Cheif Olowolaye

Lucian Msamati

Kayode

Noma Dumezweni

Rita

Jocelyn Jee Esien

Fola

Itoya Osagiede

Barman / Buchi / Police Commissioner

Production Team

Indhu Rubasingham

Director

Malcolm Rippeth

Lighting Designer

Ben Stones

Designer

David McSeveney

Sound Designer

Additional Materials

Link to Post-Show Talk

Post-Show Talk

Ref: CKEY7515850

British Library

Link to Further Production Source

Further Production Source

Living Archive (Royal Court)

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