Details

Music, dance and film combine with an exciting cast to explore the past, present and future of this country at a crossroads - all through the eyes of one young man on a journey of healing. World Premiere. Tree takes you on a thrilling journey in search of the soul and spirit of contemporary South Africa. Created by Idris Elba, whose album Mi Mandela provides the soundtrack, and Kwame Kwei-Armah, the dynamic new Artistic Director of London's Young Vic, this major world-premiere production takes place in the round within Upper Campfield Market Hall, one of Manchester's most atmospheric spaces.

Cast/Performers

Christian Bradley, Lucy Briggs-Owen, Sinead Cusack, Kurt Edyiawan, Alfred Enoch, Anna-Kay Alicia Gayle, Joan Iyiola, Anthony Matsena, Daniella May, Patrice Naiambana, Mbulelo Ndabeni, Andile Sotiya

Creatives/Company

Author(s): Idris Elba, Kwame Kwei-Armah
Producer(s): Manchester International Festival, Young Vic, Green Door Pictures
Director(s): Kwame Kwei-Armah, Pippa Ailion (CDG - casting director)
Design(s): Jon Bausor, Duncan McLean (video)
Costume: Jon Bausor
Sound: Paul Arditti
Music: Michael 'Mikey J' Asante
Choreographer: Gregory Maqoma