Mandela
Synopsis
It's 1960. Young activist, Nelson Mandela, rallies the people of South Africa to protest against the racial segregation of apartheid. In 1962 he is arrested and sentenced to life in prison, where he will spend the next 27 years, taken from his wife and children, as the fight for freedom sweeps his country. Infused with the rhythms of South Africa, this soaring new musical tells the extraordinary story of a man who changed the course of modern history—the sacrifices he made as a husband and father, and the global movement that inspired him and his comrades to keep fighting.
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Michael Luwoye
Nelson Mandela
Danielle Fiamanya
Winnie Mandela
Gregory Armand
Vusi
Zion Battles
Bongani
Earl Carpenter
Prime Minister
Stewart Clarke
Warden
Hanna Dimtsu
Nomsa
Lerato Gwebu
Adelaide Tambo / Evelyn Mase
Prudence Jezile
Praise Singer
Akmed Junior Khemalai
Walter Sisulu
Blue Makwana
Gugu
Kayleigh McKnight
Susan / Erika
Posi Morakinyo
Thembi Mandela
Sneziey Msomi
Albertina Sisulu / Maki Mandela
Nomfusi Ngonyama
Zeni Mandela
Ryan O'Donnell
Joe Slovo
Adam Pearce
Kobus
Botlhale Phora
Kgatho Mandela
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Schele Williams
- Screenplay & Story
- Shaun Borowsky, Greg Dean Borowsky, Laiona Michelle
- Original Score
- Greg Dean Borowsky, Shaun Borowsky
- Original Title
- Mandela
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Production Studios
- Young Vic
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Schele Williams
Shaun Borowsky, Greg Dean Borowsky, Laiona Michelle
Greg Dean Borowsky, Shaun Borowsky
Department Leadership Roster
Schele Williams
Director
Shaun Borowsky
Writer
Greg Dean Borowsky
Writer
Laiona Michelle
Writer
Fay Fullerton
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Mandela.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mandela
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Mandela about?
It's 1960. Young activist, Nelson Mandela, rallies the people of South Africa to protest against the racial segregation of apartheid. In 1962 he is arrested and sentenced to life in prison, where he will spend the next 27 years, taken from his wife and children, as the fight for freedom sweeps his country. Infused with the rhythms of South Africa, this soaring new musical tells the extraordinary story of a man who changed the course of modern history—the sacrifices he made as a husband and father, and the global movement that inspired him and his comrades to keep fighting.
Who directed Mandela?
Mandela was directed by Schele Williams.
Who stars in Mandela?
The principal cast of Mandela includes Michael Luwoye, Danielle Fiamanya, Gregory Armand, Zion Battles, Earl Carpenter.
When was Mandela released and how long is it?
Mandela was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 2h 4m.
Who composed the musical score for Mandela?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mandela was composed by Greg Dean Borowsky, Shaun Borowsky.