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FIRST LOOK: Lenny Henry in August In England at the Bush Theatre

Published on

May 5, 2023

By

douglasmayo

Take a look at these great images of Lenny Henry in August in England now playing at the Bush Theatre.

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Lenny Henry in August in England. Photo: Tristram Kenton

Charming, flawed, and with the gift of the gab, we all know a man like August Henderson. Between his three kids, devoted wife-to-be, and part-ownership of a fruit and veg shop, he is proud of the life he has built since landing in his beloved West Bromwich.

August in England

Photo: Tristram Kenton

So, when faced with deportation to a country he has no memory of, he isn’t prepared to go quietly. Listen up, he is ready to tell his own story.

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Photo: Tristram Kenton Poignant and hilarious in equal measure, August in England gives insight into the lives impacted by the injustice of the Windrush scandal.

Lenny Henry

Photo: Tristram Kenton

August in England

Photo: Tristram Kenton

Written and performed by Lenny Henry in his playwriting debut, the celebrated actor and comedian brings his vast talents onto the stage in this intimate one-man show.

August in England runs at the Bush Theatre from 28 April - 10 June 2023. Written and performed by Lenny Henry. Directed by Lynnette Linton and Daniel Bailey. BOOK AUGUST IN ENGLAND TICKETS

Lenny Henry

Photo: Tristram Kenton

Lenny Henry

Photo: Tristram Kenton

Bush Theatre

Photo: Tristram Kenton

 

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