Call Mr Robeson – A Life, with Songs

image of event
Add to favourites

Theatre (historical, music)

  • Venue 4
    C ARTS | C venues | C digital - portal
  • Watch onDemand (available from 4 August)
  • 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Suitability: 12+ (Guideline)
  • Country: Nigeria
  • Group: Tayo Aluko and Friends (Nigeria/UK)
  • Warnings and additional info: Contains Distressing Themes, depiction of attempted suicide
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years

This show has performances in multiple locations

Description

One of the twentieth century’s most impressive but overlooked figures is revived in this powerful, compelling tour-de-force. When Paul Robeson, actor, singer, civil rights campaigner gets too radical and outspoken for the establishment’s liking, he is branded a traitor, harassed, and denied opportunities. This rollercoaster journey through Robeson’s remarkable life highlights how his pioneering and heroic activism led many to see him as the forerunner of the civil rights movement. Features memorable songs (including a dramatic rendition of Ol’ Man River), and Robeson’s testimony to the Un-American Activities Committee. ‘First-rate’ **** (Guardian).

Please note that while all media gallery content is provided by verified members of the event, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society does not review or approve this content before it is posted. Reports of inappropriate content or copyright infringement can be directed to [email protected].

General venue access

  • Accessible entry: Information not supplied

    • Wheelchair access type: Not fully wheelchair accessible

  • Stairs: Information not supplied

Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info

How and when to make an access booking

Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:

  • Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
  • Requires extra assistance when at a venue
  • Has specific seating requirements
  • Is a wheelchair user
  • Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

Linda Mclaughlin 32 days ago

Fabulous, very enjoyable show. I learned a lot, the singing was so mellifluous, and the story captivating. Highly recommend it; no matter which price you decide to pay, it will be well worth it.

Report abuse

Gail 44 days ago

Stunning performance. Fascinating story. I was captivated for 90 minutes. Do go to this show.

Report abuse

Participants - for further details on our audience and published review policies, including how to add or opt out of reviews, please click here.

Butterwort (5/5 stars) 26 days ago

An unforgettable piece of political theatre that tells an underrepresented yet fundamental story.

Read the full review

North West End UK (4/5 stars) 29 days ago

A brilliant biographical drama.

Read the full review

Participants - for further details on our audience and published review policies, including how to add or opt out of reviews, please click here.

Please login to add a review

Participants - for further details on our audience and published review policies, including how to add or opt out of reviews, please click here.