Sarafina!: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Sarafina! takes audiences into the heart of South Africa during the Soweto Uprising in 1976. The story revolves around Sarafina, a young Black student, and her peers as they navigate the challenges of an oppressive educational system and join the fight against apartheid. Sarafina! offers a reflection on the quest for freedom and the resilience of youth in the face of adversity.
Musical Information
Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content
Musical Type: Late 20th Century (1987)
Cast Size: 23
Genre: Drama / Historical
Setting: 1970s / Africa (South Africa)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics/Book: Mbongeni Ngema
Additional Songs: Hugh Masekela
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1989)➝
Licensing
Sarafina! is not currently available for licensing.
Tags
1980s, Black Artists, Black History, Dark, Dramatic, Educational, History, Obscure, One-Word, Political, Teen Roles, True Story
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Last Reviewed: March 9, 2026