#EdFringe17: Twayna Mayne in Black Girl by Martin Walker

By Martin Walker
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30th Jul 2017
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Edinburgh Fringe

A strong black woman with an extraordinary back story, Twayna is set to deliver a deeply personal Edinburgh show. She tells her story of being taken into the care system, being adopted and being a critical follower of Diane Abbott

PODCAST: Twayna Mayne

‘Twayna Mayne: Black Girl’ is appearing as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/twayna-mayne-black-girl

Twitter: @twaynamayne

Website: http://www.twaynamayne.co.uk/

Comedy performance provided by the artist for promotional purposes. May contain material that some find offensive. © 2017 On the Mic. Produced in association with Broadway Baby, Fringepig and Voice Republic.

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