Josephine Baker. The little girl from Missouri who became an original 20th Century icon.
Dancer, actor, activist, campaigner, spy and mother to the multicultural Rainbow Tribe, Josephine broke the mould and high-kicked the pieces to the kerb.
But, almost 50 years after her death, Café Josephine, a down-at-heel New York diner dedicated to her memory, faces closure. Nobody remembers Josephine, who she was, what she did, what she stood for.
And she just can’t allow that.
With a sultry, Harlem Renaissance-inspired score, spring-heeled Charleston dancing and a hatful of historical figures, Josephine blurs the real with the imagined as we follow one woman’s incredible journey from the slums of St Louis via the bright lights of Paris and into the hearts of the world.
Written by Leona Allen
Directed by Jesse Briton
Designed by Debbie Duru, Musical Director Nadine Lee, Movement Director and Choreographer Ingrid Mackinnon
Socially distanced performances:
20 November 10am
BSL performances:
20 November 10am
Age guidance: 7+ (no under 2s)
Running time: 60 minutes
Offers
Students + Under 16s: £8 tickets
School groups: £5 tickets. Not available online; please contact Ticket Office via web chat or email group.sales@wmc.org.uk to book.
Important: Covid safety and requirements
In line with Welsh Government legislation, everyone attending this performance will need to show an NHS Covid Pass or proof of a recent negative Covid test result with photo ID. Read our FAQs on how to get yours.
We've implemented a number of safety measures to ensure our venue is Covid-safe and in line with the latest government guidelines.
