An Evening of African Poetry & Storytelling

Authentic African Journey: New Home

Embark on a transcendent journey with An Evening of African Poetry and Storytelling – New Home. Inspired by traditional story circles, the backdrop of vibrant African fabrics celebrates authentic storytelling and the richness of diverse communities. Like the Circle, the show has no beginning or end, embracing migration, identity, and cultural resilience. This powerful experience fuses spoken word, rap, singing, and live acoustic music, guided by the wisdom of a central narrator. 

Following their sold-out debut season as part of The Blue Room Theatre – Summer Nights festival, The Outsiders invite you into a metaphysical Circle where migration, identity, and community converge, creating an immersive experience that transcends time and space.

“The immersion was unlike anything I’ve ever experienced before. Your clicks, applause, cheers, and percussion are all a part of the show.” – Magazine 6000

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An Evening of African Poetry & Storytelling – Meet The Artists [19 Sept]

Join us on Thursday 19 September for a post-show Q&A, kicking off around 7:45pm. All welcome.

An Evening of African Poetry & Storytelling – Closing Party [21 Sept]

An Evening of African Poetry and Storytelling was first conceived as part of Propel Youth Arts WA KickstART Festival in 2022 as a digital presentation.

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• Creative Producers / Devisors / Lead Artists / Performers

  ‘Kuda Mic' Ndlovu
  Lisa Watson
  Mohammed ‘Ayo Busari’
  

• Performer / Storytellers

  'Ayuba SOQS' Musah
  Nidal Saeed
  Veronikka Habieb

• Performer / Band

  Ridge Moss
  Tao Issaro

• Production Manager / Publicity

  Phoebe Eames

• Stage Manager / Movement Director

  Kiara Thomson

• Lighting Designer

  Katrina Johnston

• Sound Designer / Audio Engineer

  Mohammed ‘Ayo Busari’
  

• Costume Design

  Rep Kulture

• Performer / Band (Understudies)

  Malachy Maguire
  Ben Jobson
  

• Mentor

  Mararo Wangai

• Curators

  The Outsiders