Mizero’s new production unveils taboo, stigma rife in African society
The protagonist in "Portrait of Imandwa" laments his existence at a crossroads, in despair, and feeling lost from the world amidst the group’s agony and struggles. PHOTO | ANDREW KAZIBWE | NMG
In Africa, gender stereotypes, especially towards minority groups are still great challenges, and addressing them exposes even wider gap. Rwanda’s Cedric Mizero’s latest stage production dubbed Portrait of Imandwa is a window into and exposé of this.
The debut premiere at Kigali’s L’Espace was a sail many wouldn’t predict. Known for his breathtaking live fashion showcases, one would anticipate Mizero surprising his audience with another unseen adventure.
