The Bluebirds present NZINGABETH!

TWO QUEENS CHAT LIP–STICK AND POLITICS IN MAGIC CULTURE COLLISION!

‘NZINGABETH! – or When Ana Met Virginia’ is a provocative, thoughtful new play from Taunton-based arts and education initiatives Storytree and The Bluebirds, and Exeter-based Four of Swords. It portrays a fictitious, musical meeting between Elizabeth I of England and the proud African Queen Ana Nzinga. It poses crucial questions on race, gender and politics, but is also designed as a treat for the senses; expect wig-swapping, sumptuous costumes and great music.

Elizabeth is an historical figure who needs little introduction in this country, but Ana Nzinga is less well known. She was a wily character who successfully played Dutch and Portuguese colonial powers off against each other and, much like the ‘Mother of Dragons’ in TV’s Game of Thrones, led an army of freed slaves.

NZINGABETH! is supported by funding from Arts Council England. It is being performed at a range of venues across the South West.

Recommended 11+; concessions £8.50