Once Upon a Time in Sokoto tickets
About Once Upon a Time in Sokoto
"There are powers that bind the world together, softer than spirits yet stronger than stone, that tie the river to the tree, the tree to rain clouds, rain clouds to the land, and people to each other."
The award-winning Once Upon a Time in Sokoto tells the epic story of a beautiful but unlikely friendship forged between an enslaved woman and her former master. Differences in faith, culture and heritage are overcome in the face of new enemies, in a gripping family drama set against the backdrop of events leading to the creation of Nigeria.
Winner of the 2024 Alfred Fagon Award for Once Upon a Time in Sokoto, Nigeria-born Inua Ellams is an internationally celebrated poet, playwright, and artist. He has published four poetry collections, and his plays include the hugely popular and critically acclaimed Barber Shop Chronicles (Fuel/National Theatre, UK and International tour) and the award-winning The 14th Tale (Fuel/UK tour) and his retelling of Three Sisters (Fuel/National Theatre). The production is directed by Roy Alexander Weise MBE (ROBOTA – Headlong/Schwarzman Centre; Nine Night – National Theatre/West End).
Captioned:
- Tuesday, 4th May, 7:30pm
BSL: - Tuesday, 20th April, 7:30pm
Chilled: - Saturday, 24th April, 2:30pm
Audio Described: - Thursday, 29th April, 7:30pm
Once Upon a Time in Sokoto cast and creative team
By: Inua Ellams
Director: Roy Alexander Weise
Venue
Lyric Hammersmith
Directions
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: Hammersmith
Bus numbers: 190, 266, 267, 391, H91
Night bus numbers: N9, N11
Show schedule
| Day of week | Evening |
|---|---|
| Monday | 7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 PM |
| Sunday | - |
Frequently asked questions
What is Once Upon a Time in Sokoto about?
There are powers that bind the world together, softer than spirits yet stronger than stone, that tie the river to the tree, the tree to rain clouds, rain clouds to the land, and people to each other.
Where is Once Upon a Time in Sokoto?
Lyric Hammersmith.
What's the price for Once Upon a Time in Sokoto tickets?
The price for tickets to Once Upon a Time in Sokoto starts at £13.
How old do children need to be to see Once Upon a Time in Sokoto?
Ages 14+.
How do you buy tickets for Once Upon a Time in Sokoto?
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