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Follow the story of Mlima, a magnificent elephant trapped by the underground international ivory market. It is a story that calls attention to animal rights laws and the black-market trade. Book your Mlima's Tale tickets today!
The Secret Life of Bees and Sweat author Lynn Nottage, a two-time Pulitzer Prize winner, presents Mlima's Tale at Kiln Theatre in the UK. The Death of a Salesman director, Miranda Cromwell's engrossing and evocative portrayal of the crooked ivory trade leaves an impression long after the curtain falls. Watch the drama unfold by booking your Mlima's Tale tickets today!
The Story
Known by the moniker, the mountain, when alive, Mlima, the elephant's ghost, haunts the ivory trafficking industry, leaving imprints on those who carried out his horrible murder. He was murdered for his magnificent tusks, for greed, and for ivory. The play is a reflection of how the evil gamekeepers and law enforcers who approved of and earned from Mlima the Mountain's heinous murder still haunt the ivory trafficking market. Book your Mlima's Tale tickets right away!
Great For
Play Lovers | Drama Fans | Animal Lovers
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Show Details
Genre: Play
Duration: To be confirmed
Audience: Suitable for 14+
Opening Date: 14 Sep 2023
Closing Date: 21 Oct 2023
Theatre Name: Kiln Theatre
Theatre Facilities: Accessible Toilets, Bar, and Cafe
Dress Code: Smart casual
Cast & Crew
Leading Roles
The cast of Mlima's Tale is yet to be announced.
Direction
Miranda Cromwell
Writer
Lynn Nottage
Assistant Director
Jessica Mensah
Additional Tips
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Keep in mind, most London theaters are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.
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This production contains portrayals of depictions of murder, with themes of corruption, greed, ivory trade, poaching, and capitalist exploitation.
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Captioned: Mon 2 Oct at 7:30pm
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Touch Tour: Thu 12 Oct at 6pm
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Audio Described: Thu 12 Oct at 7:30pm
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Relaxed: Wed 18 Oct at 2:30pm
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