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My Brother's Keeper

Full-Length Play, Drama  /  5m

Mahad Ali

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

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    5m
  • Duration
    Duration
    105 Minutes
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult, Teen (Age 14-18)

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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
My Brother's Keeper was first produced by Relentless Productions on 14 February 2023 at Theatre503.
Cast Attributes
Keywords
AMAN – 19 years old of West African descent (Nigeria)
HASSAN – 21 years old of West African descent (Nigeria) – Aman’s
older brother.
AIDAN BRADLEY – 19 years old male – White British
BILL BRADLEY – Middle-aged male, White British
LINTON HUGHES – Middle-aged male, White British
  • 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

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Mahad Ali

Mahad Ali
My Brother’s Keeper is part of the 22/23 season at Theatre503 after being selected as part of their 503Five programme. He has recently been selected to be a part of the 2022/23 Sky Comedy Rep with Birmingham Rep and Sky Studios. Mahad was a part of the inaugural Tamasha Thea ...
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