Experience the haunting beauty and profound humanity of JM Coetzee's "Life & Times of Michael K" in a captivating stage adaptation brought to life by award-winning Lara Foot in collaboration with the Tony Award-winning Handspring Puppet Company. This acclaimed production returns by popular demand, following its sell-out success last year, now ready to mesmerize audiences once more.
In this multi-layered theatrical staging that masterfully combines puppetry, performance, film, and evocative music, we delve into the journey of Michael K, a humble man navigating a world ravaged by civil war, seeking to return his ailing mother to her birthplace. As he traverses the harsh realities of his country, Michael K uncovers his own profound connection to the earth and his unique path in life, leading him to an unexpected understanding of his reason for living.
The production is the largest and most illustrious undertaking by The Baxter over the past decade and has drawn together some of South Africa's most revered artists and creatives. The stellar South African cast includes theatre legends Sandra Prinsloo, Andrew Buckland, Faniswa Yisa, puppet master Craig Leo, Roshina Ratnam, Carlo Daniels, Marty Kintu, Billy Langa, and Nolufefe Ntshuntshe.
Critics and audiences alike have hailed "Life & Times of Michael K" as a triumph, with Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung calling it a "brilliant Coetzee adaptation" and Faye Kabali-Kagwa lauding it as "nothing short of amazing. It's ambitious, bold, and quite honestly a great example of the power of theatre".
Don't miss the chance to witness this spectacular work. Tickets are available now. Book here: www.thebaxter.xyz/michaelk