The Island

Ensemble Theatre continues its 44th Season with another powerful two hander…
THE ISLAND
By Athol Fugard, John Kani, & Winston Ntshona
Featuring the amazing talents of two local Cleveland actors ::
Robert Williams (as John) and Nnamdi Okpala (as Winston).
Directed by Sarah May

John and Winston are black political prisoners in South Africa, spending their days at hard labor and their evenings rehearsing Sophocles’ ‘Antigone’. Though the two men are deeply bonded to one another, their friendship is tested when John discovers that his most recent appeal was successful, while Winston is still looking at years of brutal incarceration ahead. A profile on the depth of human resilience in the face of unspeakable injustice and racism.

While “The Island” may have been fueled by the highly specific iniquities of a now-dismantled political system, the play speaks to any place, any culture, where liberties are at risk.-Variety.com

October 27th- November 12th, 2023. :: In our new location in South Euclid!
Notre Dame College :: Administration Building :: Performing Arts Center
4545 College Rd. :: South Euclid, OH 44121
*Opening Night reception (10/27) Catered by The Little Grapevine!!
Run Time :: Approximately 80mins. No intermission.
Content Advisory: This production contains strong language and themes.

$15-$35. Fridays & Saturdays @7:30pm. Sundays @2:00pm.
Pay What You Can :: Opening Weekend (10/27-10/29),  & Sundays 11/5 & 11/12.
For Tickets :: 216-321-2930 :: tickets@ensemble-theatre.org

*Please note we are not in the Regina Auditorium.
We are so thankful for Notre Dame College and our supporters throughout Northeast Ohio!
Join the Ensemble today! We look forward to seeing you in our audience!
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