Copperbelt

What if putting family first was the last thing you wanted to do?

Meet Eden, a junior operations manager at a high-powered international mining firm in Toronto, her freshly divorced bigwig boss/boyfriend, and her estranged wealthy family. When her father falls ill, she’s forced to return to Zambia and face the very problems she’s spent years trying to escape. She can change her name, but can she truly break free from the grip her family has on her personal and professional future?

Natasha Mumba’s debut play showcases a cast of Zambian and Canadian actors who take us from downtown Toronto to Zambia’s Copperbelt region to untangle the inner workings of the Kasuba family, their secrets, and their intriguing legacy. Deftly investigating geopolitical and familial power structures through insightful commentary and crackling dialogue, this world premiere explores the clash between personal aspirations, familial expectations, and the steep price some must pay for success.

An NAC English Theatre/Soulpepper Theatre co-production

Who is it for?

Ages 16+

Tickets : $31.00 +

How to get tickets?

Buy online

Phone: 1-844-985-2787 (ARTS)

Email: info@nac-cna.ca

 

Date: Tuesday January 13, 2026 to Saturday January 24, 2026

Showtimes:
Tuesday: 7:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 PM
Saturday: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Venue & Address

Babs Asper Theatre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5W1

Wheelchair accessible

Paid Parking

Accessible by Public Transport