The Abyssinians - Banna Desta torrent

Category: Full Cast, Historical Fiction, Radio Productions
Language: EnglishKeywords: Audible Original
Written by Banna Desta
Read by Danielle Deadwyler, Phillip Brannon, André De Shields, Chukwudi Iwuji, Zainab Jah, Arsema Thomas, Full Cast
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The Abyssinians
By: Banna Desta
Narrated by: Danielle Deadwyler, Phillip Brannon, André De Shields, Chukwudi Iwuji, Zainab Jah, Arsema Thomas
Release date
21-11-2024
Language
English
Format
Performance
Length
1 hr and 43 mins
Publisher
Audible Originals
Categories
Biographies & Memoirs
Royal intrigue takes center stage in The Abyssinians, a gripping new audio drama starring Danielle Deadwyler (Till, The Piano Lesson) delivering a masterful performance as a cunning queen navigating treacherous political waters and scheming sons.In the wake of King Ezana’s death, his brash widow Queen Yodit (Deadwyler) must decide which of her twin sons will ascend to the throne. Clashing beliefs about religion, duty, and the rights of a ruler collide in this unforgettable story about a royal house at a crossroads in history.Set in the ancient Aksumite Kingdom of modern-day Ethiopia and Eritrea, this fresh take on historical drama is enhanced by an original Ethio-Jazz score and powerful performances from a full cast of award-winning actors. Experience the vibrant and influential African kingdom like never before in this immersive and electrifying Audible Original.Directed by Shariffa Ali with sound design by Alex Trajano. Original music by DA Mekonnen and Andrew Orkin, featuring Kibrom Birhane.Playwright Banna Desta was awarded a commission through the Audible Emerging Playwrights Fund, an initiative dedicated to developing innovative original plays driven by language and voice. As an Audible-commissioned playwright, she received funding and creative support to develop The Abyssinians.Available in Dolby Atmos on Audible.©2024 Banna Desta (P)2024 AO Media LLC
The Abyssinians
By: Banna Desta
Narrated by: Danielle Deadwyler, Phillip Brannon, André De Shields, Chukwudi Iwuji, Zainab Jah, Arsema Thomas
Release date
21-11-2024
Language
English
Format
Performance
Length
1 hr and 43 mins
Publisher
Audible Originals
Categories
Biographies & Memoirs

Royal intrigue takes center stage in The Abyssinians, a gripping new audio drama starring Danielle Deadwyler (Till, The Piano Lesson) delivering a masterful performance as a cunning queen navigating treacherous political waters and scheming sons.In the wake of King Ezana’s death, his brash widow Queen Yodit (Deadwyler) must decide which of her twin sons will ascend to the throne. Clashing beliefs about religion, duty, and the rights of a ruler collide in this unforgettable story about a royal house at a crossroads in history.Set in the ancient Aksumite Kingdom of modern-day Ethiopia and Eritrea, this fresh take on historical drama is enhanced by an original Ethio-Jazz score and powerful performances from a full cast of award-winning actors. Experience the vibrant and influential African kingdom like never before in this immersive and electrifying Audible Original.Directed by Shariffa Ali with sound design by Alex Trajano. Original music by DA Mekonnen and Andrew Orkin, featuring Kibrom Birhane.Playwright Banna Desta was awarded a commission through the Audible Emerging Playwrights Fund, an initiative dedicated to developing innovative original plays driven by language and voice. As an Audible-commissioned playwright, she received funding and creative support to develop The Abyssinians.Available in Dolby Atmos on Audible.©2024 Banna Desta (P)2024 AO Media LLC