The Adeyemis – A Family Saga
Description
Uzo Aduba makes her National Theatre debut in Oladipo Agboluaje's new epic family drama. Drawing on the writer's 1997 work Iya-Ile – The First Wife, the play expands the fortunes of a wealthy but troubled clan across a turbulent period in Nigeria's recent history. Lucian Msamati makes his National Theatre directing debut.he Adeyemis – A Family Saga is a new political family drama by Oladipo Agboluaje, announced by the National Theatre as part of its 2027 programme. Set against a turbulent period in Nigeria’s recent history, it follows the fortunes of a wealthy but troubled clan. The production offers a family story shaped by the political and historical pressures surrounding it, bringing a Nigerian perspective to the National Theatre’s programme of new work and global stories. Lucian Msamati makes his National Theatre directing debut, while three-time Emmy-winning actor Uzo Aduba also makes her National Theatre debut. The play is scheduled for the Dorfman Theatre in Winter 2027. The official announcement places it within a year of world premieres, reimaginings and stories exploring the perspectives, cultures and conflicts that continue to shape our world. Exact performance dates, running time and age guidance are not given on the supplied announcement.