Oba Kaso

Synopsis

Excerpts from the National Theatre of Nigeria’s production of ‘Oba Koso’ a Yoruba folklore drama about a wicked man who tries to overthrow the king. Features intricate dance steps, brilliantly coloured costumes, and Yoruba instruments and singing. This dance-drama is based on the play by Duro Ladipo. Commentary by Margaret Croyden.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS (PAL). col. 28 min.

Year of production

1975

Availability

Sale; 2000 sale: US$189.00 (+p&p)

Subjects

Dance; Drama

Keywords

Africa; folk theatre; Ladipo, Duro; Nigeria; performances; Yoruba

Credits

Cast

Margaret Croyden

Distributor

Name

Insight Media

Email

custserv@insight-media.com

Web

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Phone

+1 212 721 6316

Fax

+1 212 799 5309

Address

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Notes

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