20:40-21:20, Thursday 7th September 2023
The Cockpit
Music & Words: Helen Epega
In a realm of peace, The Menemeh tribe maintain harmony through enchanting songs.
Envy strikes when The Vrugos, from the realm of the stars, desire the prosperity brought by The Menemeh to Earth. Tempted, The Menemeh lose their voices, plunging the universe into chaos.
Kenate, the rising Queen, embarks on an epic journey to The Venus Bushfires realm. She battles The Vrugos and seeks to find The Peace Song, a potent melody that can unite all worlds and restore peace on Earth. Join Kenate on an adventure to discover her true voice through love, hope, betrayal and possibly redemption. The fate of the universe lies in her hands.
Age Rating: All ages, but mostly adults
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Produced by EMCA
Venue: The Cockpit, Gateforth Street, London NW8 8EH.
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Cast:
Composer, Librettist and Lead Performer: Helen Epega
African Percussion: Richard Ọlátúndé Baker
Electric Guitar: Adam Coney
Piano: Ben Collyer
Soprano: Louisa Martin
Mezzo: Emma Louise Jones
Tenor: Constantine Akritides
Choreographer, Movement Artist: Francis Angol
Movement Artist: Lauryn Pinard
Executive Producer: Baba Jallah Epega
On the same day:
Composer, Librettist and Lead Performer: Helen Epega
African Percussion: Richard Ọlátúndé Baker
Electric Guitar: Adam Coney
Piano: Ben Collyer
Soprano: Louisa Martin
Mezzo: Emma Louise Jones
Tenor: Constantine Akritides
Choreographer, Movement Artist: Francis Angol
Movement Artist: Lauryn Pinard
Executive Producer: Baba Jallah Epega