Director Olusola Oyeleye | Designer Phil Newman

In the year of Obama comes the true and compelling story of another remarkable Black American, Paul Robeson, world famous actor and singer of the early 20th Century. When he challenged prejudice at the core of the USA, he was branded a traitor to his country, harassed and denied opportunities to perform or travel. Featuring a dramatic rendition of Ol’ Man River, Tayo Aluko takes you on a roller coaster journey through
Robeson’s remarkable and eventful life. Presented as part of Black History Month Essex.