Skip to main content

African people exhibited as objects of interest for the western public. Translating the disturbing tradition of the 19th and early 20th century‘ human zoos’ into a 21st century installation, South African director Brett Bailey confronts his audience with the western perception and exploitation of Africa. Bailey’s performers are showcased in tableaux vivants which not only make one painfully aware of the horrors of the colonial past, but also engender contemplation of the current problems of migration and deportation and the enduring scourge of racism.

credits

direction Brett Bailey design Brett Bailey performance Lucinda Sedoc, Mike Latina, Muna Mussie, Marion Chaar, Lourdrieth Langguth Leocaria, Chiron Holwijn, Khouloud Zaher, Dionne Verwey, Cole Verhoeven, Nana Sarpong, Linar Ogenia, Merci Lie-Sem, Junadry Leocaria, Gideon Everduim, Gustav Borreman production Third World Bunfight production manager Barbara Mathers international consultant UK Arts International (Worcester) coproduction Wiener Festwochen, Theaterformen Festival thanks to UK Arts International, KVS – Koninklijke Vlaamse Schouwburg, Loods 6

This performance is made possible by