Once Upon a Time in Sokoto Tickets
Opens 13th April
This award winning play by Inua Ellams explores the unlikely friendship between a master and former enslaved woman in pre-colonial Nigeria.
Once Upon a Time in Sokoto in London
Award-winning playwright Inua Ellams returns to London with new play Once Upon a Time in Sokoto. This “exuberant and engaging” (Guardian) drama, about two women who forge an unlikely connection against the backdrop of intra-African slavery and the formation of Nigeria, comes to the Lyric Hammersmith, just a short walk from Hammersmith tube station, following a critically acclaimed UK tour, for a strictly limited run. Secure your tickets today.
What Is the Play Once Upon a Time in Sokoto About?
In pre-colonial Northern Nigeria, an unlikely friendship is formed between an enslaved woman and her former master. As new enemies approach, the two women must overcome differences in faith, heritage and culture to band together. This gripping family drama spans decades, against the backdrop of events that lead to the creation of Nigeria.
The History of Once Upon a Time in Sokoto
Once Upon A Time in Sokoto won the 2024 Alfred Fagon Award, the leading award for Black British playwrights. The show premiered at the Royal and Derngate Theatre, Northampton, in 2026 before embarking on a UK tour. This Lyric Hammersmith staging marks the show's London debut
The Cast of Once Upon a Time in Sokoto
Casting is to be confirmed.
The Creative Team of Once Upon a Time in Sokoto
Once Upon a Time in Sokoto is written by Inua Ellams. Ellams is a Nigeria-born British poet, playwright, screenwriter and artist. His credits include Barber Shop Chronicles, The 14th Tale and The Half God of Raincall, as well as his critically acclaimed adaptation of Three Sisters for the National Theatre, and Doctor Who for the BBC. In 2023, he was awarded an MBE for services to the arts. He is an Alfred Fagon and Edinburgh First Award winner.
Roy Alexander Weise directs. Weise is a JMK award winner and Black British Theatre Award nominee. His credits include The Mountaintop at the Young Vic, Primetime at the Royal Court, ROBOTA for Headlong Theatre Company and Nine Night at the National Theatre and in the West End. He was awarded an MBE in 2020.
Tickets for Once Upon a Time in Sokoto at Lyric Hammersmith
You wont want to miss the London premiere of this collaboration by award-winning writer-director team Inua Ellams and Roy Alexander Weise. This award-winning new play is an “ambitious”(The Stage) dissection of colonialism, faith and patriarchy. Book tickets for Once Upon A Time in Sokoto at the Lyric Hammersmith today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Once Upon a Time in Sokoto playing in London?
Once Upon a Time in Sokoto is playing at the Lyric Hammersmith, Lyric Square, King Street, London, W6 0QL.
Can I buy tickets for Once Upon a Time in Sokoto at the box office?
Yes you can buy from the Lyric Hammersmith box office where you will pay the face value ticket price, sometimes with a small booking fee. Search on SeatPlan to get the best prices and deals in one search including discounts not available at the box office.
What is the refund / cancellation policy?
Tickets for Once Upon a Time in Sokoto are generally non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
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