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My Brother's Keeper
Full-Length Play, Drama / 5m
My Brother’s Keeper explores the politics of immigration, religion and sexuality as a small British town tries to find its place at a time of great change in the world; a story of love, pain and learning in building community.
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Cast Size
5m -
Duration
105 Minutes -
Target Audience
Adult, Teen (Age 14-18)
Details
Summary
Two refugee brothers Aman and Hassan are dispersed to live in a small British seaside town hostile to immigration. In desperate need of business, hotelier Bill Bradley and his son Aidan agree to house them but face animosity from their community for doing so. As Aidan takes Aman under his wing and they draw ever closer, they soon learn the utopia they create for themselves in the hotel is no match for the real world and must confront the hostile climate they live in.
My Brother’s Keeper explores the politics of immigration, religion and sexuality as a small British town tries to find its place at a time of great change in the world; a story of love, pain and learning in building community.
My Brother’s Keeper is Mahad Ali’s debut play directed by Robert Awosusi. The play was longlisted for the 2018 Alfred Fagon Award. Originally presented by Theatre503 and Relentless Productions co-production.
History
Cast Attributes
- Time Period Contemporary, Present Day
- Features Contemporary Costumes/Street Clothes
- Duration 105 Minutes
- Cautions
- Mild Adult Themes
Media
“This new play from author Mahad Ali takes a balanced and objective look at the issues surrounding immigration in the UK.” — The Stage
“Mahad Ali’s script gives us a powerful, intelligent, sensitive window on today’s Britain – in general – and Margate in particular.” — LondonTheatre1
“Mahad Ali’s debut play is an engaging exploration of small-town politics and prejudices.” — Morning Star
ON BREAKING CHARACTER
My Brother's Keeper: Q&A with Author Mahad Ali
Matt Law
15 February 2023
Licensing & Materials
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