A Palm Tree In London
- Company
- Instinct Pictures
- Producer
-
Emmanuel Okocha
- Runtime
- 55 minutes
A Palm Tree in London is a powerful play that explores the collision of culture, race, and identity between the Black and White experience. Set against the backdrop of modern-day London, the play follows two individuals from vastly different worlds as they navigate the complexities of migration, belonging, and the lingering echoes of colonial history. Through sharp dialogue, moments of humor, and deep emotional tension, the story highlights both the beauty and the challenges of unity in diversity.
Show trailer
Credits
- Producer
- Oluwashola Omosuyi
- Director
- Kelvinmary Ndukwe
- Writers
- Chris Iheuwa
- Cast
- Chukwu Martins
- Stage Manager
- Oluwatosin Sogade
- Publicity Coordinator
- Ademilokun Patricia
- Costume Designer
- Olajumoke Odubajo
- Set Designer
- Peterking Alughuta Victor
Performances
| Date | Time | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4th July | 2:15pm | |||
| 5th July | 6:00pm | |||
| 7th July | 9:30pm | |||
| 8th July | 7:45pm | |||
| 9th July | 4:15pm | |||
| 10th July | 12:30pm | |||
| 12th July | 7:45pm | |||
| 13th July | 3:00pm |
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Venue
4 : Soulpepper Theatre's TD Finance Studio
50 Tank House Lane
Distillery Historic District
Toronto
Ontario
M5A 3C4
Access
- Level of Physical Access
- Accessible
Covid-19 policy
- Masks
- Not required
More about the show and company
Instinct Pictures is a dynamic Lagos-based theatre and film production company dedicated to crafting high-quality, culturally resonant stories that bridge local and global audiences. Specializing in theatre, filmmaking, and talent management, the company has produced acclaimed works such as *A Palm Tree in London* and *Sour Grapes: A New Musical*, which have been showcased at festivals including Lagos Fringe, Brighton Fringe, Wandsworth Fringe, and the upcoming Toronto and Edinburgh Fringes. With a commitment to authenticity and collaboration, Instinct Pictures continues to elevate Nigerian storytelling on the world stage.
Content advice
Not recommended for persons under 18 years of age Sexual content Mature language
Sensory description
A Palm Tree in London is a dialogue-driven play with minimalist staging, moody and emotional lighting, and subtle ambient sound effects. Costumes are contemporary and character-focused. The show is accessible to blind or vision-impaired audiences due to its strong reliance on dialogue. However, captions or a sign language interpreter would help make it fully accessible for Deaf or hard-of-hearing audiences. Movement is naturalistic and understated, allowing the story’s emotional depth to shine through voice and sound.
