"I Will Marry When I Want" is a play written by Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, a prominent Kenyan author and playwright. The play was co-authored with Ngũgĩ wa Mirii and was first performed in 1977. It is a significant work of Kenyan literature and drama that addresses social and political issues while also incorporating elements of satire and traditional African storytelling.
The play is set in a Kenyan village and revolves around the character of Kĩguũũ, a poor peasant who is struggling to make ends meet. When he and his wife, Wanjĩrũ, attend a public rally organized by a wealthy landowner, they are swept up in the fervor of the event. The landowner, Mr. Karĩũkĩ, promises the attendees a better life and encourages them to embrace capitalism and consumerism.
However, as the play progresses, Kĩguũũ and Wanjĩrũ become disillusioned with the false promises of wealth and materialism. They join a movement to resist the exploitation of the poor by the rich, ultimately leading to a confrontation with Mr. Karĩũkĩ and the oppressive forces of the establishment.
"I Will Marry When I Want" explores themes of class struggle, inequality, and the exploitation of the working class. It uses humor, satire, and traditional African performance techniques to convey its message and critique the economic and social injustices faced by ordinary Kenyan citizens.
The play was initially written in Kikuyu, the language of the Kikuyu people in Kenya, and later translated into English. It has been performed both in Kenya and internationally and has had a significant impact on African literature and theater. Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, who is a prominent advocate for African languages and culture, wrote this play as part of his commitment to decolonizing African literature and using indigenous languages in artistic expression.
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