Barber Shop Chronicles

Based on the story of a Leeds barber, Barber Shop Chronicles is a funny, heart-warming, and insightful play that explores the lives of barbers in five African cities and London. The barbers are sages, role models, and father figures who keep the men together and the stories alive.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 12 July 2021
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Barber Shop Chronicles is a delightful and captivating new play that takes audiences on a journey through five vibrant African cities, including Johannesburg, Harare, Kampala, Lagos, Accra, and London. Drawing inspiration from the tale of a Leeds barber, the play creates a unique and engaging environment where the banter is sharp and witty, yet always rooted in truth. The barbers featured in these tales are not just mere hairdressers; they are wise sages, role models, and father figures who play a vital role in keeping the men connected and the stories alive. Inua Ellams, the celebrated playwright behind this masterpiece, first brought Barber Shop Chronicles to life in 2017, with its initial production by the National Theatre, Fuel, and Leeds Playhouse. Since then, it has garnered widespread acclaim and has been performed in various venues across the globe, captivating audiences with its humor, warmth, and insightful commentary on the human experience.

Weight: 90g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350281714