INKOSI

A powerful exploration of resilience and the enduring human spirit, INKOSI traces the brutal realities of apartheid through the biography of Nelson Mandela. Blending traditional dance from South Africa and Mozambique with a visceral contemporary physicality, the work bears witness to the profound perseverance required to envision a more just world.

Commissioned in 2014 by Art Starts and the Neighbourhood Arts Network, the piece originated as a five-minute trio—its title drawn from the Zulu word for “King.” Now evolved into a larger ensemble, INKOSI deepens its narrative force, transforming intimate struggle into a richer, more urgent testimony of hope and collective vision.

January 21–23 evening shows are CAD $34–$54. The January 24 matinee is pay-what-you-can, CAD $10–$30. Published prices include fees. CAD $28 early-bird tickets are advertised through December 11, 2026.