Powerful play highlights slave trade
Released: 22 October 2007
A powerful drama about the slave trade will be performed in Wolverhampton on Saturday, 27 October.
‘Slavery’ by African-American author Jonathan Payne, brings the consequences of the trade to life through the personal testimonials of former slaves. Combined with their music and passion for life, it creates a remarkable sense of a bleak time in human history.
The play is being staged at Wolverhampton City Council’s Bantock House Museum on Saturday as part of Black History Month, which aims to highlight and celebrate the achievements of the black community and uncover its hidden history.
After the play, visitors will be invited to see the Our Ancestor, Our Histories, Our Stories exhibition.
Produced by members of the African Caribbean Community Panel, it commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Abolition of the Slave Trade Act and features work ranging from written interpretations, poetry to paintings, photography and ceramics.
‘Slavery’ runs from 7pm to 9pm. Please note that the play is not suitable for children aged under 14.
Advance booking is essential and tickets costing £5 are available by e-mailing Bantock House or calling 01902 552195.
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