Synopsis
The screenwriter of Black Panther, Danai Gurira's play The Convert at London's Young Vic stars Letitia Wright and Paapa Essiedu. Set in late 19th century Africa, a young woman is working for a devout Catholic priest who wants to spiritually mould her.
The Cultural Frontline | The Art of Storytelling
We take to the stage with the renowned theatre director Ola Ince. She shares her views on the transformative power of the theatre and reveals how she brought her latest production The Convert, written by Black Panther star Danai Gurira, to life.
Front Row | Danai Gurira
Danai Gurira's latest play, Eclipsed, is set during the Liberian civil war, and specifically focuses on the plight of women at that time. She talks to Kirsty about her mission to give voice to the voiceless and to help address the under-representation of African stories on stage and screen.