VENUE
George Street Chapel, 58 George Street, Oldham, OL1 1LS
DATE
Thursday 19 Mar
TIME
19:15
AGE GUIDE
Ages 12+
A laugh-out-loud, heart-punching one-man show that navigates migration, identity and belonging through the bold, cheeky brilliance of West African storytelling.
Meet Mokan – a man on a humorously chaotic quest for The Nigerian Dream.
With live drumming, music, dance and playful audience interaction, this high-energy performance blends hope, resilience and the universal search for home.
From dodgy landlords to airport mishaps and the wild myths people believe about “life abroad,” his journey is packed with laughs, sharp observations and moments of truth that hit unexpectedly deep.
“Powerful, compelling, deeply moving... A terrific way to open up a multi-layered cultural conversation.”
Written and performed by Oldham-based, Nigerian-born writer, comedian, actor and theatre-maker Oluwasegun Lafup Ogundipe. Dramaturgy Credits: Katlego Chale PhD, West Cape, University South Africa.
Iloya will also be hosting a drumming workshop on Sat 14 March at the Meeting House from 2pm-4pm.
Learn traditional drumming techniques and discover how rhythm drives storytelling with Oluwasegun Lafup Ogundipe (from ÌLỌ́YÁ). Book both the performance and workshop together and save 10% – simply select the amount of tickets and at checkout you will prompted to select the Concession or Standard Multi-buy offer.
Venue Information
George Street Chapel
58 George St, Oldham OL1 1LS
George St Chapel is accessible with lift access at the back of the building, which would provide access to the main seating area. There are accessible toilets. Wheelchairs can be accommodated.
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