Sancho & Me – For One Night Only

About

Paterson Joseph performs an enthralling account of one man's remarkable life. Part-biography and part-dramatized readings from Paterson's acclaimed novel 'The Secret Diaries of Charles Ignatius Sancho'.

Charles Ignatius Sancho was born on a slave ship on the Atlantic Ocean in 1729, yet he became a writer, composer, shopkeeper and respected 'man of letters' in 18th century London - one of the first people of African heritage to vote in Britain. SANCHO & ME - For One Night Only is an unmissable evening of storytelling with themes stemming from Ignatius Sancho's 18th century letters intersecting with Paterson's own story of growing up Black and British.This is a vital story connecting a Black Life in the transatlantic world from nearly three hundred years ago with a modern-day Black Life in today's UK. Described as 'remarkable' and perfect for all ages 14 and upwards, this live show uses Sancho's compositions and original music by co-creator, composer and musician Ben Park.

Paterson Joseph has had an extensive career in theatre, television and film since he left the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA). His stage career includes working in venues around the world and has spent a number of years at the National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company. He toured his play Sancho & Me all over the UK and the US. Television credits include: Timeless, The Leftovers, Vigil, Boat Story, Peep Show and Noughts and Crosses. Film credits include: Wonka! The Beach and In the Name of the Father.

Ben Park, an award-winning Composer and musician renowned for his work in multi-BAFTA and Oscar nominated films, as well as internationally acclaimed theatre and dance. Former Associate artist to the Royal Opera House, Opera North & Oxford Playhouse, he is a recipient of the ORAsingers-Tate Modern prize. Since 2010, Ben has collaborated with Paterson arranging and producing music for his theatrical productions, culminating in the release of the album, Sancho – His Life and His Music. Currently, Ben is arranging a new album of Sancho’s compositions to be recorded and live-streamed on March 26th 2024.