In British-occupied Nigeria, a Yoruba king, the Alafin, has died, and it is the duty of his horseman, Elesin, to accompany him into the afterlife. While lustily enjoying the pleasures of this world, Elesin proudly anticipates his transition to the next – but the sacred ritual is interrupted, resulting in unforeseen tragedy. Inspired by a real-life incident, this masterpiece from Nobel Prize winner Soyinka celebrates a community striving to uphold its culture in the face of colonial power.
as Elesin
as Praise-Singer
as Simon Pilkings
as Olunde
as Iyaloja
as Jane Pilkings
as The Prince
as Joseph/Drummer
as Sergeant Amusa
as Adedoja
as Olabisi
as Omosalewa
as Apinke
as Ariyike
as Companion to the Resident
as Constable
as The Resident
as Companion to the Prince
as Aide-de-camp
as Wuraola
as Constable
