Digital set design models created using Blender 3D​

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“As the throne dangles in midair, suspended by streams of blood on Kevin Jenkins’s set…” The Guardian ★★★

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“the poetry comes via stunning imagery, with red fabric unravelled into a river of blood or used to dangle the throne on arterial lengths.” The Stage ★★★

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“A magnificent raffia and wooden backdrop of pillars intricately carved with African figures.” “Kevin Jenkins’s stunning range of richly colourful costumes augmented by beads and cowry shells.” On: Yorkshire

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“Rich in costuming, Kevin Jenkins' designs charge a highly visual production." "Symbolism comes first in this adaptation, and it’s where we receive most of our information.” Jack Stage ★★★★★

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“The production’s enduring metaphorical and physical image — a throne suspended mid‑air, held by long red drapes that evoke arteries, lineage and sacrifice — functions as a visual thesis statement.” Naija Times / NTM

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“fully confident in its cultural and artistic authority.”  What’s Good To Do 

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“Magnificent costume and set design by Kevin Jenkins brings much of this to life.” Northern Soul ★★★★★

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“The excellent costumes, set and lighting add to this distinctive West African setting.”  Everything Theatre ★★★★

 

“The visual aspects are a delight.” British Theatre Guide

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“Kevin Jenkins’ costumes are beautiful and clearly inspired by traditional dress from the regions. He shows differences in class exceptionally well through his costumes..” West End Best Friend ★★★

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“Jenkins’s costume design was sumptuous and felt like an extra character throughout.” Theatre and Tonic ★★★★

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