INALA TICKET INFO
INALA — The Grammy-Nominated Musical Experience
INALA is one of the most distinctive musicals in London — a Grammy-nominated music and dance production that has toured internationally, performed for royalty, and received widespread critical acclaim for both its artistic excellence and its cultural impact.
Audiences have risen to their feet at the Royal Albert Hall, the Royal Variety Performance, Hampton Court Palace, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, and the Mandela Auditorium at Joburg Theatre.
Now, INALA resides permanently at House of Sisters Grimm, where it is presented in a uniquely close-up, immersive setting in London’s West End.
A Story of Collaboration and Legacy
INALA was born from a shared vision between cultures — to honour musical heritage, celebrate diversity, and unite audiences through performance.
INALA first premiered in 2014 with music co-composed by the late Joseph Shabalala, founder of legendary Ladysmith Black Mambazo, and Ella Spira MBE, co-founder of Sisters Grimm, with original choreography by Mark Baldwin OBE.
A Living Tribute
INALA has now relaunched with a new cast of South African singer-dancers, and narration by Ndaba Mandela, grandson of Nelson Mandela.
It stands as a tribute to Joseph Shabalala, whose work with Paul Simon on Graceland helped bring South African music to the world and contributed to cultural shifts during apartheid. INALA was his final international stage work — a lasting legacy of unity through music.
Performance Information
Duration: 55 minutes
Location: House of Sisters Grimm, London W1W 8DF
Access: Ticket includes entry to the iGOLI fine wine and cocktail bar and the onsite multimedia art gallery
A defining moment in South African culture, the show is reimagined for a modern audience and the evolving world of musicals in London — all experienced in a luxury setting.
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An antidote to pretty much everything.
INALA 2025 – Track List
Presented by Sisters Grimm
0. Joseph’s Message
“There are many things that hinder you if you want to do something, but if you focus you can go there…”
1. Siyophumelela
You must overcome the obstacles in your way.
2. Asijabule
The time of sorrow is over. Let’s celebrate!
3. For Us As Africans
4. Eza Malobolo
I have found the one! I have seen a nice lady and I want to pay the dowry (cattle) and marry her!
5. Khulumanaye
Talk to her! Talk to her! Do not suffer or suppress your feelings! Letters take a long time to reach her! Talk to her, don’t be afraid!
6. Wamuhle Ntombi
You are so beautiful young lady! It’s time to choose the way you go and the one to be with!
7. Haiybo
We work very hard!
8. Ngiyayazi ‘nto engiyenzayo, uzokhala ngobani na
You are making trouble my friend! We have been warning you for a long time, you who gets told but does not listen, who will you blame for your situation now!
9. We Go Together
10. Medley: Asijabule & Wamuhle Ntombi
11. Usheshe Wafika
Without me knowing that you are coming, you unexpectedly turned up! We tell you that you are welcome here at home, we are happy to see you!
12. Noma Ungahamba / Nom’ ungangifhiya
Even if you leave me I’ll never be alone, even if you go I don’t care!
13. Zombuya Nini Na
All those cattle I used to pay the dowry should be paid back! When will the cows come back again?
14. Uhlulekile Umakoti
The cows will be returned. The marriage has failed, they will be returned. All of them!
15. Mana Kancane
A boy walks through his village to a wedding. He passes a girl. She needs to ask permission to join him. He hurries her but she says be patient.
16. Usizi
Grief, we dodge it everywhere. We are focused on where we are heading. We face challenges and obstacles but we keep going.
17. Kuhle Laphekhaya
Home is beautiful. I will now go back home, because they love me there.
18. Siyophinda Futhi Sibonane
We will see each other again — it was great being together. Farewell!
19. Woza Sambe
WOZA SAMBE. Come let’s go, let’s go home! Home is near. My home!
20. Mzansi Ohmuhle
- Written By Milton – Diniloxolo Ndlakuse & Ella Spira MBE and featuring 51 musicians and singers recorded in South Africa
We South Africa are together, we are one!
An uplifting and thrilling experience, which sent me home with a spring in my step and stirring songs on auto-repeat in my head.
INALA Production & Technical Team Credits
Presented by Sisters Grimm
Executive Producers
Pietra Mello-Pittman MBE & Ella Spira MBE
Creative Team
Composers:
Joseph Shabalala, Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Ella Spira MBE
Choreographer
Mark Baldwin OBE
Costume Designer
Georg Meyer-Wiel
Lighting Designer
Joshua Harriette
Sound Engineer
Joanny Rouviere
Music Director
Milton – Dlamini Ndlakuse
Dance Captain
Boemo Tony Banyatsi
Digital Marketing Manager
Ioana Alexandra Avasiloaie
Press
Bright Media
Impact Coordinator & Production Support
Dr Ke Meng
As unique as it is, spellbinding… delivered with an infectious enthusiasm.
Performers – South African Vocal Ensemble
Performers trained in Soweto bring Zulu rhythm, soul, and tradition to this unforgettable London West End musical
Milton Dlamini Ndlakuse, Boemo Tony Banyatsi
Goitseone Deangelo Mogale
Jones Mlungiseni
Kamogelo Motshidisi Mholo
Kgotatso Semono
Leon (Tobela) Mpela
Omphemetse Tolo
Bongeka Mthimkhulu
Hessy Mokoena
Lindokuhle Thabede
The title, in Zulu, means ‘abundance of goodwill’ and Inala is a show true to its name.
Production Support
Administrative Assistant:
Charlton Mgwenya
Press & Marketing Managers, South Africa:
Yolanda Eletu Madotyeni & Ray White
Production Assistant:
Stevie Khumalo Msimanga
Tholoana
Artwork Design:
FEAST creative
Website:
e-blueprint digital
Marketing Consultancy:
The 5th Wall
Hospitality Fine Wine menu:
Julian Naik – Spirits and Bubbles
With thanks to:
Greg Maloka, Britt and Jodie Lightfarm, David Lewis-Browne, Charles Shields, Mick Davis Foundation, SIn+Tax, Just Short, Mark Seindhoff, Britt and Jodie
The audience is transfixed, transcended, and transported to a thrilling new place and time.
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