Castaway dossier
The person behind the play.
Nigerian-American. Grew up in Newark when it was rough. Became a teacher, then a principal. Turned around three failing schools. Married 28 years, three grown kids.
On the island
Commanding, nurturing, no-nonsense. Runs her school and her tribe the same way — with love and an iron fist. Can quiet a room with a look. Everyone calls her Mama N.
First impression
The mama bear. Commands respect. Gives love. Takes no nonsense. Natural leader of the tribe.