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Just An Ordinary Lawyer

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“The British Empire was trying desperately to hold on to its colonial possessions by any means … and the foul would often override the fair.”


Nigerian Tunji Sowande quietly breaks through multiple barriers to become Britain’s first Black judge in 1978. Also a fine concert singer and keen cricket lover, he muses on international politics and history as they affect the Black world from Africa to the USA and Britain, from the point of view of one who would rather watch sports, and spread love and peace through the medium of song. 

Recalling heroic sporting achievements alongside epoch-defining political events, Tayo Aluko follows the multi-award-winning Call Mr. Robeson with another “brilliantly put together history lesson delivered as art.”

"A fascinating show" (4 stars) The Guardian
“Powerful, informative, humorous and captivating” (5 stars) The Wee Review

“Brilliantly … creates the picture of a remarkable, humane and forgiving man.” Counsel Magazine

“A heady, absorbing mix” Camden New Journal

“Groundbreaking … superb … extraordinary” Morning Star

“Ingenious, novel and compelling” Stagetalk Magazine

LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS

Where available, cool and warm wash, with two or three profiles. Performer has gels. Can also perform in white light.

AVAILABILITY

Always Available

PERFORMANCE FEE (£)

DURATION (IN MINUTES)

SETUP TIME REQUIRED

ABOUT THE SHOW

Own PA Supplied

Own Lighting Supplied

Promotional Materials available

OTHER TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Minimum stage dimension: 5m (16ft)
wide x 4m (13ft) deep
2 performers: Actor/singer and pianist
Compact set (fits into back of estate car)
Show requires a piano. Performer can bring electronic digital piano if required. 
Will require someone to press buttons on a laptop to operate sound. Laptop will need to be connected to PA system. Performer's own PA available
Show usually performed straight through without interval. Always followed by a Q&A, which can follow after an interval at the end of the show.

SUITABLE FOR...

Christmas show

PERFORMANCE LANGUAGE

English

MAIN GENRE

Drama

OTHER GENRES

Drama
Opera - Music Theatre

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