Episode 105
Popular Theater in KenyaThe Trial of Dedan Kimathi
Micere Githae Mugo (Syracuse, Emeritus) and Simon Gikandi (Princeton) discuss the making and aftermath of The Trial of Dedan Kimathi and, on the 40th anniversary of the play, reflect on the play's historical and political significance in Kenya and beyond; its innovative elements; and researching, writing, and enacting the play with Ngugi wa Thiong'o and with the community. Part of a podcast series in collaboration with the U.S. African Studies Association.
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