It's 1950s South Africa. A young newly married couple leave their rural village and disapproving family, for the city of Durban. Their goal to return home, rich and free. But, alienated in the city, unemployed and poor, Timi starts to lose his moral compass. Desperate to provide for his pregnant wife he steals a suitcase left on a bus not knowing what might be inside; an act which brings frightening consequences, dramatic twists and unexpected turns.T01203038318Featuring live music composed and written by Hugh Masekela, The Suitcase brings together a unique partnership of venues enabling international work to be performed on five northern stages. The show will have its UK premiere at Hull Truck Theatre in September 2017 as part of Hull UK City of Culture 2017's Freedom season before touring.Company Market Theatre Johannesburg. Adapted by James Ngcobo. Director James Ngcobo. Music Hugh Masekela. | |
| 4 Oct 17 to 7 Oct 17 | Everyman & Playhouse, Liverpool :: V535 listing details L0280483049 |
| 27 Sep 17 to 29 Sep 17 | The Dukes, Lancaster :: V523 listing details L1039079912 |
| 14 Sep 17 to 16 Sep 17 | Northern Stage, Newcastle upon Tyne :: V568 listing details L79510468 |
| 31 Aug 17 to 9 Sep 17 | Hull Truck Theatre, Hull :: V935 listing details L1219931261 |
