J’ouvert

‘What people you know can party through all of the earth’s elements?’

2017. Carnival is here. The streets of Notting Hill are alive with history and amidst the soca, sequins, and endless feathers, Jade and Nadine are fighting for space in a world that should be theirs. A timely echo of Caribbean resistance across centuries, J’OUVERT is a joyful and fearless story of two best friends, battling to preserve tradition in a society where women’s bodies are frequently under threat.

This debut play by James Tait Black Award-winner, Yasmin Joseph is also the directorial debut of actor Rebekah Murrell (Nine Night) and they come together with Annice Boparai (Trojan Horse), Gabrielle Brooks (Twelfth Night), Sapphire Joy (Our Country’s Good) and DJ Zuyane Russell to tell this epic story.

Part of Sonia Friedman Productions’ RE:EMERGE Season