For two years, Koffi lives in “suspended animation” in a Direct Provision centre, staying connected to his wife and children only through video calls and distant celebrations. When his refugee status is finally granted, hope quickly fades as new policies impose a five-year wait and financial barriers to family reunification. As the distance strains his marriage and doubt begins to grow, Koffi is left facing an impossible choice: remain in Ireland and chase an uncertain future, or return to a home that may no longer be his.
Devised by Newton Barabara and Hopeful Theatre, and directed by Newton Barabara.
Presented By: Hopeful Theatre
Duration: 35mins. No Interval
Koffi – Oladipupo Selem
Gloria – Abosede Ogunsola
Joyce – Mariam Fasipe
Landlord – Ebenezer Omole
Roland – Afolabi Fasipe
Sam – Vuvu Mateus Artur
Leo – Arinze Michael Ogbu
Mama – Egbeana Esther Momoh
Social worker – Berta Quiñonero
Extras – Abbey Sanni, Joy Sylvester, Daniel Appoh and Emmanuel Bamidele
