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Once Upon a Time in Sokoto at Bristol Old Vic
King Street, Bristol, BS1 4ED
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The award-winning Once Upon a Time in Sokoto tells the epic story of a beautiful but unlikely friendship forged between a slave and her former master.
Differences in faith, culture and heritage are overcome in the face of new enemies, in a gripping family drama set against the backdrop of events leading to the creation of Nigeria.
Nigeria-born Inua Ellams is an internationally celebrated poet, playwright, and artist – and winner of the 2024 Alfred Fagon Award for Once Upon a Time in Sokoto.
He has published four poetry collections and his plays include the hugely popular and critically acclaimed Barber Shop Chronicles (Fuel/National Theatre, UK and International tour), the award-winning The 14th Tale (Fuel/UK tour) and his retelling of Three Sisters (National Theatre).
Ages 14+
From £13
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Once Upon a Time in Sokoto has Captioned and BSL performances.
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