Enowate, meaning “truth stands”, weaves together sinuous elements of hip-hop and contemporary dance, original music, and otherworldly animated projections. In asking the universal question, “Who am I?,” Mbi connects with enigmatic forces, revealing himself and stepping from the shadows into the light.
Co-commissioned by: Sadler's Wells, The Barbican, Dance East & The Lowry
Supported by: Arts Council England, Complicité, Daniel Bailey & The Bush Theatre
International touring co-produced by Here & Now – Performance Created in England.
Disclaimer: Instances of partial nudity. Audience discretion advised.
Photo credit: Warren Du Preez and Nick Thornton Jones
Age Limit: 5+
Duration: 60 mins
Note: The end time is approximate and may vary slightly.
Cast and Credits:
Dickson Mbi – Choreographer & Performer
Farooq Chaudhry – Artistic Consultant & Producer
Simon McBurney – Mentor
Lee Curran – Lighting Designer
Roger Goula – Composer
Kenny Wing Tao Ho – Movement Assistant
Nick Hillel & Adam Smith (Yeast Culture) – Animation
Warren Du Preez and Nick Thornton Jones – Visual Artists
Daniel Lismor – Costume Design
Ntunja (Universal Records) – Vocals
Patrice Naiambana, Michael Ajao, Sapphire Joy – Voices
PJ Davy - Touring Re-lighter
Fred Defay - Touring Sound Engineer
Peter Stoughton - Touring Video Engineer
Donna Meierdiercks - Executive Producer
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