Northampton theatre production which is set to tour
Clifford Samuel and Daniel Ward star in Tambo & Bones
Casting has been announced for Made in Northampton series co-production, Tambo & Bones, which opens at Royal & Derngate Theatre on 7th March, before embarking on a national tour.
Clifford and Daniel feature in the story which is described as provocative satire.
Tambo and Bones journey from comedy double-act, to hip-hop superstars to activists in a future America, contending with the alarming repercussions of a nation torn apart by race.
Clifford Samuel said:
“Stepping into the role of Tambo is both a thrilling challenge and a privilege. Collaborating with such an extraordinary team fuels my passion for the craft. I’m eager to witness how audiences engage with the story and the production we’ve brought to life.”
Daniel Ward added:
“The transitory nature of theatre means we do our best as artists to create moments that resonate with people and live long in their memories. Sometimes that happens, often it doesn't. But with T&B people have never stopped asking me about it. More than just ask - people have wanted to debate, dissect and argue. They have passionately told me all the ways in which the show moved them. They have told me that they have never forgotten the show and never will. What is special about returning is honouring those experiences and what is exciting is the opportunity to create new memories with new audiences that hopefully last a lifetime.”
It became one of the most talked about plays when it debuted in London in 2023.
The 'Made in Northampton' series consists of a number of locally put together productions.
Royal and Derngate Theatre Artistic Director says:
"All of the plays are built in Northampton, and basically with a lot of the teams which we have here.
"Numerous members of the creative team and company come from the surrounding area.
"It's sort 'in orbit' of the theatre, spanning a reasonably local radius."