A Nigerian tale of sexual politics and family gender dynamics based on Lola Shoneyin’s bestselling novel.
After its hit 2018 UK premiere, the adaptation of the bestselling novel by Lola Shoneyin, a tale of marital power dynamics and sexual politics, returns to Arcola Theatre.
Set in modern-day Nigeria, where the conflict of tradition and contemporary values sparks complicated gender dynamics, The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives is a scandalous saga of sexual politics and family strife.
Baba Segi has three wives, seven children, and a mansion filled with riches. When his eyes on Bolanle, a young university graduate wise to life’s misfortunes, murderous schemes are plotted against her. But the fabric of the family begins to unravel when Bolanle unwittingly uncovers a secret which threatens to rock his patriarchal household to the core.
Returning to the Arcola Theare, Femi Elufowoju jr once again directs a multi-talented African ensemble in Caine Award-winning playwright Rotimi Babatunde’s adaptation featuring live Yoruba music, songs and dance.
Director Femi Elufowoju jr said, “In 2018, the Arcola opened its doors to our ensemble and this poignant universal tale. Seven years on, it is an honour to be invited back to share it once again with an all inclusive British audience.”
Cast: Kemi Adekoya, Mofe Akande, Ayan De First, Ayo-Dele Edwards, Usifu Jalloh, Patrice Naiambana, Tania Nwachukwu, Dolapo Oni, Christina Oshunniyi and Diana Yekinni.
Listings
26 April – 31 May
Arcola Theatre, 24 Ashwin Street, London E8 3DL
Tickets: From £12 - BOOK NOW
Further Information: The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives