The Last Black Messiah: A new play by Emeka Agada

The Last Black Messiah

by Emeka Agada

directed by Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller

The Last Black Messiah is a fierce, gripping drama about revolution, identity and justice.

Set in early 90s America, Black revolutionary leader and former Howard University professor, Dr. Oko awaits execution when he receives a surprise visit from his former student Asante, now a journalist.

As their reunion unfolds, history, past choices, and the weight of the country collide, igniting a confrontation that could change the legacy of Dr. Oko. This intense, thought-provoking story will leave you questioning everything you believe.

The Creative Team:
Emeka Agada is an award-nominated actor, writer. and a recent graduate of the Guildford School of Acting. He captured global attention for his viral appearance in the hit action series, Reacher (Amazon Prime), where he worked with BAFTA – nominated director Vincent Thomas. He gained critical praise for his role as Dillion James in Nurses (Global/NBC), which he received an ACTRA Award nomination for Outstanding Performance. His other screen credits include The Fortunate Ones (Vera Pictures) and Ransom (CBS). Theatre credits: The Life and Death of Martin Luther King (TNT/ADGE) and The Midnight Caller (BBP).

Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller is a director, actor and published playwright. His work has been nominated for the George Devine Award and the BBC Writersroom Popcorn Award, showcased by the West End’s Criterion Theatre, awarded a top prize as a writer-performer at South of the River Pictures and SISTER Global’s Screenshot, and listed among the Best Theatre of the Year by The British Blacklist. He has directed more than 30 productions, including the UK premiere of Pulitzer Prize-winner James Ijames’ White. His plays In Everglade Studio, Port City Signature, and Press are published by Methuen Drama.