The Patriot and The Traitor

With many different personalities to encounter, only two sum up this historical composition: one willing to die for his country and beliefs, while another more than ready to spill blood for power and wealth. A tale of Congo's Lumumba told in a riveting style, as a play, as he is confronted by his chief rival and enemy, Mobutu.

In a powerful exploration of legacy and morality, The Patriot and The Traitor: A Play, holds a fascinating dialogue between two towering figures of African history: Patrice Lumumba, the idealistic nationalist and martyr, and Mobutu Sese Seko, the disreputable autocrat who seized power through the barrel of a gun and forever silenced all who opposed him. This magnificent piece of work cuts through vivid scenes that evoke both tension and introspection, a duel that pits wisdom against tyranny and conviction against betrayal.

As Lumumba dreams of a united, free Congo-clash with Mobutu's ruthless ambition-audiences are invited to navigate the complexities of loyalty, power, and the human condition. The play describes the tragic demise of Lumumba at the hands of a conspiracy, but also serves as a reminder of the historical narratives, often left untold

With a keen eye for the contradictions of the human spirit, the author, Jesse Wilson, through his masterpiece, challenges viewers to reflect on their own insights of heroism and villainy, urging them to confront the dark undercurrents of ambition, greed, and betrayal that shape our world. Through the dramatic retelling of post-colonial Africa's tumultuous beginnings, the voices of the past resonate, ensuring that the stories of both the celebrated and the forgotten remain alive.

"The Imperialist's dream is a nightmare and his world an apocalypse. Only the wretch and the fool will give in...and acclaim the burlesque".