Mugabe, My Dad & Me at Stephen Joseph Theatre

April, 1980. The British colony of Rhodesia becomes the independent nation of Zimbabwe. A born free, Tonderai Munyevu is part of the hopeful next generation from a country with a new leader, Robert Mugabe.Mugabe, My Dad & Me charts the rise and fall of one of the most controversial politicians of the 20th century through the personal story of Tonderais family and his relationship with his father.Interspersing storytelling, live music from a Gwenyambira (a female mbira player) and some of Mugabes most unapologetic speeches, this high-voltage one man show is a blistering exploration of familial love, identity and what it means to return home.Shortlisted for The Alfred Fagon Award 2019.Age guidance: 14+