Inua Ellams
AN EVENING WITH AN IMMIGRANT Comes to Queen Elizabeth Hall (Jan 27, 2026)
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Three Sisters Rehearsal Photos
National Theatre
5th November 2019
By Inua Ellams after Checkov
Director: Nadia Fall
Set and Costume Designer :Katrina Lindsay
Lighting Designer : Peter Mumford
Sound Designer :Donato Wharton
Movement Director : Polly Bennett
Composer : Femi Temowo
Music Director and Vocal Arranger :Michael Henry
Staff Director : Moji Elufowoju
Cast
Ronke Adekouluejo
Adedeji Adetayo
Jonathan Ajayi
Jude Akuwudike
Tobi Bamtefa
Peter Bankolé
Anni Domingo
Lola May
Jerome Ngonadi
Sarah Niles
Ken Nwosu
Racheal Ofori
Joseph Ogeleka
Nasa Ohalete
Offue Okegbe
Chloe Okora
Sule Rimi
Natalie Simpson
Diana Yekinni
©The Other Richard
From: Photo Flash: Take a Look Inside Rehearsals for the National Theatre's THREE SISTERS
Three Sisters Rehearsal Photos
National Theatre
5th November 2019
By Inua Ellams after Checkov
Director: Nadia Fall
Set and Costume Designer :Katrina Lindsay
Lighting Designer : Peter Mumford
Sound Designer :Donato Wharton
Movement Director : Polly Bennett
Composer : Femi Temowo
Music Director and Vocal Arranger :Michael Henry
Staff Director : Moji Elufowoju
Cast
Ronke Adekouluejo
Adedeji Adetayo
Jonathan Ajayi
Jude Akuwudike
Tobi Bamtefa
Peter Bankolé
Anni Domingo
Lola May
Jerome Ngonadi
Sarah Niles
Ken Nwosu
Racheal Ofori
Joseph Ogeleka
Nasa Ohalete
Offue Okegbe
Chloe Okora
Sule Rimi
Natalie Simpson
Diana Yekinni
©The Other Richard
From: Photo Flash: Take a Look Inside Rehearsals for the National Theatre's THREE SISTERS
Three Sisters Rehearsal Photos
National Theatre
5th November 2019
By Inua Ellams after Checkov
Director: Nadia Fall
Set and Costume Designer :Katrina Lindsay
Lighting Designer : Peter Mumford
Sound Designer :Donato Wharton
Movement Director : Polly Bennett
Composer : Femi Temowo
Music Director and Vocal Arranger :Michael Henry
Staff Director : Moji Elufowoju
Cast
Ronke Adekouluejo
Adedeji Adetayo
Jonathan Ajayi
Jude Akuwudike
Tobi Bamtefa
Peter Bankolé
Anni Domingo
Lola May
Jerome Ngonadi
Sarah Niles
Ken Nwosu
Racheal Ofori
Joseph Ogeleka
Nasa Ohalete
Offue Okegbe
Chloe Okora
Sule Rimi
Natalie Simpson
Diana Yekinni
©The Other Richard
From: Photo Flash: Take a Look Inside Rehearsals for the National Theatre's THREE SISTERS
Three Sisters Rehearsal Photos
National Theatre
5th November 2019
By Inua Ellams after Checkov
Director: Nadia Fall
Set and Costume Designer :Katrina Lindsay
Lighting Designer : Peter Mumford
Sound Designer :Donato Wharton
Movement Director : Polly Bennett
Composer : Femi Temowo
Music Director and Vocal Arranger :Michael Henry
Staff Director : Moji Elufowoju
Cast
Ronke Adekouluejo
Adedeji Adetayo
Jonathan Ajayi
Jude Akuwudike
Tobi Bamtefa
Peter Bankolé
Anni Domingo
Lola May
Jerome Ngonadi
Sarah Niles
Ken Nwosu
Racheal Ofori
Joseph Ogeleka
Nasa Ohalete
Offue Okegbe
Chloe Okora
Sule Rimi
Natalie Simpson
Diana Yekinni
©The Other Richard
From: Photo Flash: Take a Look Inside Rehearsals for the National Theatre's THREE SISTERS
Three Sisters Rehearsal Photos
National Theatre
5th November 2019
By Inua Ellams after Checkov
Director: Nadia Fall
Set and Costume Designer :Katrina Lindsay
Lighting Designer : Peter Mumford
Sound Designer :Donato Wharton
Movement Director : Polly Bennett
Composer : Femi Temowo
Music Director and Vocal Arranger :Michael Henry
Staff Director : Moji Elufowoju
Cast
Ronke Adekouluejo
Adedeji Adetayo
Jonathan Ajayi
Jude Akuwudike
Tobi Bamtefa
Peter Bankolé
Anni Domingo
Lola May
Jerome Ngonadi
Sarah Niles
Ken Nwosu
Racheal Ofori
Joseph Ogeleka
Nasa Ohalete
Offue Okegbe
Chloe Okora
Sule Rimi
Natalie Simpson
Diana Yekinni
©The Other Richard
From: Photo Flash: Take a Look Inside Rehearsals for the National Theatre's THREE SISTERS
Three Sisters Rehearsal Photos
National Theatre
5th November 2019
By Inua Ellams after Checkov
Director: Nadia Fall
Set and Costume Designer :Katrina Lindsay
Lighting Designer : Peter Mumford
Sound Designer :Donato Wharton
Movement Director : Polly Bennett
Composer : Femi Temowo
Music Director and Vocal Arranger :Michael Henry
Staff Director : Moji Elufowoju
Cast
Ronke Adekouluejo
Adedeji Adetayo
Jonathan Ajayi
Jude Akuwudike
Tobi Bamtefa
Peter Bankolé
Anni Domingo
Lola May
Jerome Ngonadi
Sarah Niles
Ken Nwosu
Racheal Ofori
Joseph Ogeleka
Nasa Ohalete
Offue Okegbe
Chloe Okora
Sule Rimi
Natalie Simpson
Diana Yekinni
©The Other Richard
From: Photo Flash: Take a Look Inside Rehearsals for the National Theatre's THREE SISTERS
Three Sisters Rehearsal Photos
National Theatre
5th November 2019
By Inua Ellams after Checkov
Director: Nadia Fall
Set and Costume Designer :Katrina Lindsay
Lighting Designer : Peter Mumford
Sound Designer :Donato Wharton
Movement Director : Polly Bennett
Composer : Femi Temowo
Music Director and Vocal Arranger :Michael Henry
Staff Director : Moji Elufowoju
Cast
Ronke Adekouluejo
Adedeji Adetayo
Jonathan Ajayi
Jude Akuwudike
Tobi Bamtefa
Peter Bankolé
Anni Domingo
Lola May
Jerome Ngonadi
Sarah Niles
Ken Nwosu
Racheal Ofori
Joseph Ogeleka
Nasa Ohalete
Offue Okegbe
Chloe Okora
Sule Rimi
Natalie Simpson
Diana Yekinni
©The Other Richard
From: Photo Flash: Take a Look Inside Rehearsals for the National Theatre's THREE SISTERS
Three Sisters Rehearsal Photos
National Theatre
5th November 2019
By Inua Ellams after Checkov
Director: Nadia Fall
Set and Costume Designer :Katrina Lindsay
Lighting Designer : Peter Mumford
Sound Designer :Donato Wharton
Movement Director : Polly Bennett
Composer : Femi Temowo
Music Director and Vocal Arranger :Michael Henry
Staff Director : Moji Elufowoju
Cast
Ronke Adekouluejo
Adedeji Adetayo
Jonathan Ajayi
Jude Akuwudike
Tobi Bamtefa
Peter Bankolé
Anni Domingo
Lola May
Jerome Ngonadi
Sarah Niles
Ken Nwosu
Racheal Ofori
Joseph Ogeleka
Nasa Ohalete
Offue Okegbe
Chloe Okora
Sule Rimi
Natalie Simpson
Diana Yekinni
©The Other Richard
From: Photo Flash: Take a Look Inside Rehearsals for the National Theatre's THREE SISTERS
Three Sisters Rehearsal Photos
National Theatre
5th November 2019
By Inua Ellams after Checkov
Director: Nadia Fall
Set and Costume Designer :Katrina Lindsay
Lighting Designer : Peter Mumford
Sound Designer :Donato Wharton
Movement Director : Polly Bennett
Composer : Femi Temowo
Music Director and Vocal Arranger :Michael Henry
Staff Director : Moji Elufowoju
Cast
Ronke Adekouluejo
Adedeji Adetayo
Jonathan Ajayi
Jude Akuwudike
Tobi Bamtefa
Peter Bankolé
Anni Domingo
Lola May
Jerome Ngonadi
Sarah Niles
Ken Nwosu
Racheal Ofori
Joseph Ogeleka
Nasa Ohalete
Offue Okegbe
Chloe Okora
Sule Rimi
Natalie Simpson
Diana Yekinni
©The Other Richard
From: Photo Flash: Take a Look Inside Rehearsals for the National Theatre's THREE SISTERS
Three Sisters Rehearsal Photos
National Theatre
5th November 2019
By Inua Ellams after Checkov
Director: Nadia Fall
Set and Costume Designer :Katrina Lindsay
Lighting Designer : Peter Mumford
Sound Designer :Donato Wharton
Movement Director : Polly Bennett
Composer : Femi Temowo
Music Director and Vocal Arranger :Michael Henry
Staff Director : Moji Elufowoju
Cast
Ronke Adekouluejo
Adedeji Adetayo
Jonathan Ajayi
Jude Akuwudike
Tobi Bamtefa
Peter Bankolé
Anni Domingo
Lola May
Jerome Ngonadi
Sarah Niles
Ken Nwosu
Racheal Ofori
Joseph Ogeleka
Nasa Ohalete
Offue Okegbe
Chloe Okora
Sule Rimi
Natalie Simpson
Diana Yekinni
©The Other Richard
From: Photo Flash: Take a Look Inside Rehearsals for the National Theatre's THREE SISTERS
Three Sisters Rehearsal Photos
National Theatre
5th November 2019
By Inua Ellams after Checkov
Director: Nadia Fall
Set and Costume Designer :Katrina Lindsay
Lighting Designer : Peter Mumford
Sound Designer :Donato Wharton
Movement Director : Polly Bennett
Composer : Femi Temowo
Music Director and Vocal Arranger :Michael Henry
Staff Director : Moji Elufowoju
Cast
Ronke Adekouluejo
Adedeji Adetayo
Jonathan Ajayi
Jude Akuwudike
Tobi Bamtefa
Peter Bankolé
Anni Domingo
Lola May
Jerome Ngonadi
Sarah Niles
Ken Nwosu
Racheal Ofori
Joseph Ogeleka
Nasa Ohalete
Offue Okegbe
Chloe Okora
Sule Rimi
Natalie Simpson
Diana Yekinni
©The Other Richard
From: Photo Flash: Take a Look Inside Rehearsals for the National Theatre's THREE SISTERS
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News
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
FUEL will present 'AN EVENING WITH AN IMMIGRANT', a compelling performance by Inua Ellams with a live score by Laura Mvula and the Chineke! Orchestra. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
The Southbank Centre has announced the full line-up for the return of Multitudes, its multi-arts festival powered by orchestral music, running from 16-30 April 2026 as part of the centre's 75th anniversary year.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2026
Fuel has announced the appointment of Rakie Ayola, Selina Ocean, and Jenny Waldman CBE as new Trustees. The three join the organisation’s existing board as Fuel continues its producing and development work.
by Cindy Marcolina - Nov 10, 2025
If there is one message that those who were in attendance at More Than One Story LIVE on 9 November absorbed through their skin, it is that “The arts don’t belong to a few, they belong to everyone.” The sentiment was declared proudly by Rory Kinnear in his opening speech and echoed warmly by co-host Shahab Awad, actor and member of Cardboard Citizens. It was sprinkled, allegorised, and spoken boldly throughout the monologues that were presented.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2025
This November, Southbank Centre's London Literature Festival will continue, featuring a day of curated events by Rebecca Lucy Taylor (a.k.a Self Esteem) (Sat 1 Nov). See full listing!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025
Stars of stage and screen will unite to celebrate the publication of a brand new book from the award-winning arts and social justice charity, Cardboard Citizens.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025
Governors Island Arts will present the New York City premiere of FIREBIRD, the hypnotic, genre-defying visual arts performance from Amsterdam-based artist collective Touki Delphine. Learn more!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025
Fuel will present The 419, a new poetry and photography exhibition by award-winning poet and playwright Inua Ellams (Three Sisters, Half God of Rainfall) and acclaimed photographer and filmmaker Oluwamuyiwa “Logor” Logo, at Somerset House’s West Wing Gallery from 8–14 September 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2025
The 419 is a playful poetry and photography exhibition, where 14 sonnets and 14 portraits show how money flows through 14 lives on a typical day in Lagos, Nigeria.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2025
Governors Island Arts has revealed a season of public artworks and performances as part of the 2025 season. See full programming for the season and learn how to attend!
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 1, 2025
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by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2024
Fuel has announced the first part of its anniversary season. The programme is a celebration of everything that has been achieved as well as a statement of intent for the future, including new work from Khalid Abdalla, Toby Olié and Melanie Wilson. Learn more about the lineup here!
by Joshua Wright - Jun 11, 2024
After a four-year hiatus, the Toronto Theatre Critics’ Awards (TTCAs) have returned to honour excellence in the city’s professional theatre scene from the 2023-24 season. The 11th TTCAs, announced Tuesday morning, boast 19 winners across 14 categories, including a special citation for artistic achievement.
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024
The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has been announced as the recipient of the 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award. The honor recognizes a regional theatre company that has displayed a continuous level of artistic achievement contributing to the growth of theatre nationally.
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2024
The Young Vic Theatre has announced the appointment of Nadia Fall as its new Artistic Director and Joint Chief Executive.
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024
After three years as Artistic Director of OKC Repertory Theater, Kelly Kerwin is stepping down to be closer to family in New York. Kerwin led the organization through the height of the pandemic and through the transition from OKC Rep’s founding artistic director, Donald Jordan.
by Ilana Lucas - Apr 8, 2024
When the ground beneath your feet starts, to move it's an unmooring, dangerous feeling. That’s the sensation that shakes at the core of Christine Quintana’s complex and refreshing new play, EL TERREMOTO (The Earthquake), which may shake you from your seat—even without the help of the intense rumble produced by the sound system.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2024
Discover the exciting new 2024-25 season productions announced by The Wilma Theater. Get the latest details on the upcoming shows and subscription options.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024
The 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has been awarded to UK playwright Ava Pickett for her play 1536. Awarded annually since 1978, The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize is the largest and oldest international award recognizing women+ who have written works of outstanding quality for the English-speaking theatre. See photos from inside the ceremony here.
by Ilana Lucas - Mar 13, 2024
BroadwayWorld spoke to Makambe K. Simamba of Soulpepper's THREE SISTERS, who plays Udo, the youngest of the three sisters, about the play's historical context and how playwright Inua Ellams finds new meaning in Chekhov's classic.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Inua Ellams has written 2 shows including Barber Shop Chronicles (Author), The Half-God of Rainfall (Playwright).
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