VOICED: Shakespeare as you've never heard it

The South Sudan Theatre group is set to perform Shakespeare's Cymbeline at the Globe Theatre in London, translated into Juba Arabic. This marks a significant cultural milestone as it is the first major attempt to translate Shakespeare into this language. The play, a romantic tragedy, mirrors South Sudan's own struggles with conflict, aiming to showcase the country's cultural diversity beyond war. The performance will feature unique costumes and customs, challenging actors to convey the story to an English-speaking audience. The theatre company hopes the play's theme of reconciliation will inspire peace between North and South Sudan.

What is the significance of the South Sudan Theater group's performance of Cymbeline?

How does the director hope to portray South Sudan through the play?

What cultural elements are being celebrated through the performance of Cymbeline?

What challenges do the actors face in presenting the play to an English-speaking audience?

In what ways does the play Cymbeline reflect the current situation in South Sudan?