London June 2025.
The fate of Africa rests solely on the zeal and chivalry of 11 adventurous friends. Their ancestral ‘mother’ gives them seven days to prove to the rest of the world that their fabulous continent is worth celebrating and not burying.
From the director of smash hit The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives at Arcola Theatre, comes 54.60 Africa, an exhilarating, cross-cultural pan-African encounter, brought to life through word, live music, song, and dance.
It is inspired by the travels of its author who accomplished visiting every one of Africa’s then 54 nations, before his 60th birthday.
The ensemble features Eastenders’ Suzette Llewellyn, Munashe Chirisa (The Play that Goes Wrong), Uganda’s popular music group The Ganda Boys and several cast members from The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives including Patrice Naiambana (Baba Segi).
54.60 Africa was developed with the help of Omnibus Theatre Clapham, Hackney Showroom, Bernie Grant Arts Centre and with the support of the National Theatre’s Generate programme.
Praise for 54.60 Africa
★★★★★ “A heartfelt tribute to mother Africa and her complex facets: pain, suffering, joy, pride and origin.” – Everything Theatre
★★★★★ “This show is nothing short of extraordinary... What Elufowoju seems most preoccupied with here is joy, and with life. And here, we get a lot of it. ” – North West End UK
★★★★ “The ensemble is electric, both energised and loving... every member is at the top of their game, with the ability to dance, sing, and multi-role.” – London Pub Theatres Magazine
★★★★ “The 54.60 ensemble have devised, workshopped and developed a rich and engaging theatrical experience.” – Afridiziak
