About the Show

A new nationwide touring show about one of the most influential Black women of modern times

From treatments for cancer, HIV/AIDS & even COVID-19, Henrietta Lacks' cells form the basis of the most important medical research and breakthroughs happening today. But Henrietta - a black woman - never knew any of this. Her cells were taken without her or her family’s knowledge or permission.

Now is the time for Henrietta’s incredible legacy to blossom and grow into something new and wonderful.

Mojisola Adebayo won the Alfred Fagon Award for this play.

Critic Reviews (1)

“It sometimes feels more like a lecture, albeit an urgent one, than drama…This may be a confused production, but it tells a story that needs to be shouted from the rooftops forever more.”
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Cast and creative team