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Malaika Kegode’s “Badgers” Brings Live Podcast-Style Theatre

8/21/2026

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British playwright Malaika Kegode headlines the new production Badgers at Theatre Royal Plymouth.
The play follows podcaster Meles Costas, living under his terminally ill mother, investigating the 2015 disappearance of folk singer Ben.
Audience members act as Meles in a staged podcast interview with landlady Bridget Brock.
Jenny Davies directs, blending gothic fairytale elements and live music by Jakabol, Beth Roberts and Joe Williams.

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Story summary

British playwright Malaika Kegode headlines the new production Badgers at Theatre Royal Plymouth.
The play follows podcaster Meles Costas, living under his terminally ill mother, investigating the 2015 disappearance of folk singer Ben.
Audience members act as Meles in a staged podcast interview with landlady Bridget Brock.
Jenny Davies directs, blending gothic fairytale elements and live music by Jakabol, Beth Roberts and Joe Williams.