Steelacts Productions, in collaboration with Cococure, proudly presents a powerful and immersive evening celebrating Black history, tradition, and culture.
This curated experience begins with a vibrant marketplace featuring Black-owned pop-up stalls, showcasing a variety of accessories, fashion, and art—a celebration of creativity and entrepreneurship.
The evening continues with a captivating one-woman show, bringing stories to life through powerful performance and poignant storytelling.
To round off the night, join us for an intimate panel discussion with the writer and performer, who will offer insight into their creative journey and unpack the play’s central themes. This is a unique opportunity to reflect, engage, and connect.
Expect a night filled with laughter, inspiration, cultural pride, and meaningful conversation.
You Are African First Before Anything
This semi-autobiographical one-woman show explores the complexities of the African mother-daughter bond. The protagonist, Chile, a British Nigerian woman in her mid-20s, is faced with a huge responsibility as the family’s first daughter. Her mother, who is very traditional in her beliefs, is concerned that since moving to England, her daughter is becoming “whitewashed” and wants to uphold her family by making sure her first daughter sets a good example.
Among other topics, the drama explores feminism, marriage, and tradition. We are drawn into Chile’s world through the use of monologues, voiceovers, music, and video projection as she attempts to get her mother to see her for the woman she is growing into.
Produced by Ade Tokan
Directed by Luka Knight
NEED TO KNOW:
- Age Suitability: 13+
- Running Time: 90 minutes
- Pop-up Stalls open from 5.30pm – please arrive early to look around!
