Mother Africa 2017

Run Time:
Two hours, with one intermission
Ages: 6+
Opened: February 21, 2017
Closing: March 11, 2017

Mother Africa - 2017 - West End History , Info & More

Peacock Theatre
Portugal St, Holborn London

Two million people call the Khayelitsha (the Xhosa word for 'new home') in South Africa home. The Township is plagued by endless power cuts, but nothing can get in the way of the rhythm and energy.

Dozens of acrobats, dancers, and musicians from seven African nations blend spectacular circus feats, shimmering costumes, and jaw-dropping dance, to bring the pulse of daily life in Khayelitsha to the West End.

26 on stage including 8 band, 2 singers/dancers and other artists.

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Mother Africa FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Mother Africa have there been?
Mother Africa has had 2 productions including Off-Off-Broadway which opened in 2013 and West End which opened in 2017.

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