Death and the King's Horseman
10
153 minutes
2/9/2023
Overview
In British-occupied Nigeria, a Yoruba king, the Alafin, has died, and it is the duty of his horseman, Elesin, to accompany him into the afterlife. While lustily enjoying the pleasures of this world, Elesin proudly anticipates his transition to the next – but the sacred ritual is interrupted, resulting in unforeseen tragedy. Inspired by a real-life incident, this masterpiece from Nobel Prize winner Soyinka celebrates a community striving to uphold its culture in the face of colonial power.
Cast List
Anthony Santiago
as Elesin
Amaka Umeh
as Praise-Singer
Graham Abbey
as Simon Pilkings
Kwaku Adu-Poku
as Olunde
Akosua Amo-Adem
as Iyaloja
Maev Beaty
as Jane Pilkings
Josue Laboucane
as The Prince
Pulga Muchochoma
as Joseph/Drummer
Ngabo Nabea
as Sergeant Amusa
Bola Aiyeola
as Adedoja
Celia Aloma
as Olabisi
Isi Bhakhomen
as Omosalewa
Déjah Dixon-Green
as Apinke
Ijeoma Emesowum
as Ariyike
Rachel Jones
as Companion to the Resident
Matthew Kabwe
as Constable
Kevin Kruchkywich
as The Resident
Andrea Rankin
as Companion to the Prince
Tyrone Savage
as Aide-de-camp
Espoir Segbeaya
as Wuraola
Norman Yeung
as Constable