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Mother Africa

Run Time:
Two hours, with one intermission
Ages: 6+
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 History

Other Productions of Mother Africa

2013   Off-Off-Broadway
Off-Off-Broadway
2017   West End Peacock Theatre Production
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