Brixton House, in association with Trybe House Theatre present Before I Go, written by Tobi King Bakare. The one man play features an alternating lead character performed by Tobi King Bakare and Christopher Mbaki.
‘Mandem’. A collective noun for a bunch of boys or men, particularly your own group of mates.
Ajani can talk. He can host parties, talk to girls, charm any living being. However, he finds it hard to express himself to the people he cares about the most. When he dies and gets stuck in Limbo, he is given an ultimatum: “Learn how to ‘properly’ communicate or remain here forever”. Ajani takes on the quest and embarks on a poetic journey of discovery, unlearning and healing.
‘Rhythm and flow’. Before I Go runs with a live drummer who acts as the pulse. When expressing himself, Ajani jumps in between verse and prose electrifying the ethereal space.
Focusing on being Black, male and working class, Ajani’s reflection teaches us not to be afraid to express ourselves even with the many barriers we may face.
Although Before I Go shares a universal message, this one is for the Mandem.
Trailer by Cordell Johnson
15 - 27 July 2024
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8 сен 2024
