Nigerian comedian and actor Debo Adedayo, better known as Mr Macaroni, will play Lord Fairfax in an upcoming stage adaptation of Howard Brenton’s historical play, 55 Days, in London.

The production will run at Mountview, Peckham, from July 15 to 18. Mr Macaroni announced the role on his social media pages and invited fans to attend the show.

“London!!! I’ll be performing as Lord Fairfax in the upcoming Mountview Production at Peckham!!! Between the 15th and 18th of July,” he wrote.

“If you are in London and would love to see what I have been up to, you are especially invited.”

A Play Based on a Key Moment in English History

55 Days tells the story of a major political crisis in England in 1648. The army occupied London after Parliament voted against putting the imprisoned king on trial.

The decision sparked a rebellion against Westminster and led to a coup. Historians regard the events of the next 55 days as important in shaping the modern English state.

Howard Brenton wrote the play, which explores a period during the English Civil War when influential figures tried to create a nation without a monarch.

The play first opened at Hampstead Theatre in London in October 2012. Howard Davies directed the original production.

Mr Macaroni’s Growing Acting Career

Mr Macaroni earned a bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts and Film Studies from Redeemer’s University in 2013.

Over the years, he has appeared in several Yoruba and English-language films. His screen credits include Jagun Jagun, Lockdown Love, Atiko, Anikulapo, Freedom Way and Lisabi.

In 2025, he completed an advanced acting course at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London.

His role as Lord Fairfax in 55 Days marks another milestone in his acting career and highlights his growing presence on the international stage.