An exuberant, African take on Shakespeare’s comedy of failed courtship. That’s what viewers can expect when they see this adaptation by the Bitter Pill company. Straight from Nairobi to London, this production brings a fresh take on the classic tale in the amazing Swahili language.

Company: Bitter Pill Company
Location: Shakespeare’s Globe, UK
Year Performed: 2012
Show Runtime: 139 mins
Language: Swahili (English synopsis)

Cast: Joshua Ogutu, James Gathitu, Neville Sanganyi, Lydiah Gitachu, Sharon Nanjosi, Mrisho Mpoto, Chichi Seii, Eric Wanyama