“For the first time in my life, everything was silent”
A memory: Award winning reggae pioneer Sutara Gayle AKA Lorna Gee – hears her radio debut from Holloway Prison. Another: she’s engulfed in the Brixton uprising sparked by the police shooting of her sister. And now she is here, a silent retreat, seeking spiritual guidance from her brother Mooji, Nanny of the Maroons, and a moment of transcendence.
Powered by high-octane musical numbers, virtuoso performance and raucous comedy, The Legends of Them is a breath-taking, roof-raising chronicle of Sutara’s singular, extraordinary life – and of the legends that have guided her.
For a limited run only, the Royal Court presents Hackney Showroom’s unmissable The Legends of Them, written and performed by British actor and internationally acclaimed reggae artist Sutara Gayle AKA Lorna Gee, and directed by Jo McInnes.
With thanks to Gino Ricardo Green, original Projection Designer.
Post-show talk Thur 12 Dec
Collaborators Sutara Gayle and Jo McInnes in conversation with The Legends of Them Associate Director Martina Laird. This event is free with a ticket to that evening’s performance.
Late Gig - Sat 14 Dec
A rollcall of female reggae artists perform live with host Lorna Gee. Line up to be announced. This event is free with a ticket to that evening’s performance.
Womxn of Colour Night + Sista Circle Post-show talk Tues 17 Dec
Special show for womxn of colour audiences plus a post show Sista Circle to reflect on themes of The Legends of Them, hosted by a special guest to be announced.
Please note: this show is aimed at womxn, femmes and NBs of colour but no-one will be turned away.
''This play deserves a huge stage and an even larger audience.'
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'An immensely personal journey, it is one we feel privileged to share.'
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'Breathtaking solo musical chronicle of Sutara Gayle’s extraordinary life.'
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'A powerful record of collective trauma and healing from a true Brixton luminary.'
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Jerwood Theatre Downstairs
Monday – Friday: 7.30pm
Thursdays: 2:30pm and 7:30pm
Saturdays: 1.30pm and 6.30pm
Running time: approx 1 hr 40 mins without an interval
Age recommendation: 14+
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Access Performances
Captioned: Wed 18 Dec, 7.30pm
Chilled: Wed 18 Dec, 7.30pm
Extras
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Tue 17 Dec 7.30pm
Special show for womxn of colour audiences plus a post show Sista Circle to reflect on themes of The Legends of Them by Sutara Gayle, hosted by a special guest. Please note: this show is aimed at womxn, femmes and NBs of colour but no-one will be turned a
Wed 18 Dec 7.30pm
This performance will be Chilled & Captioned with a Familiarisation Tour at 7pm. For more information, see the Access page on our website.