Podcasts about National Arts Festival

Saskia Falken, in for CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King, is joined on Weekend Breakfast by Kidslovejazz’s creative lead Vuyo McGlad. Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala King is the weekend breakfast show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour morning programme is the perfect (and perky!) way to kickstart your weekend. Author and journalist Sara-Jayne Makwala-King spends 3 hours interviewing a variety of guests about all things cultural and entertaining. The team keeps an eye on weekend news stories, but the focus remains on relaxation and restoration. Favourites include the weekly wellness check-in on Saturdays at 7:35 am and heartfelt chats during the Sunday 9 am profile interview. Listen live on Primedia+ Saturdays and Sundays between 07:00 and 10:00 am (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala-King broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/AgPbZi9 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/j1EhEkZ Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy MacIver speaks to KKNK board chair Christo van der Rheede about the ongoing controversy around arts funding in South Africa, the impact on major festivals and the future sustainability of the country’s creative sector. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Lalu Mokuku, Multilingual storyteller, playwright & performer, about her latest literary offering Butterfly Heart and how the book explores friendship, illness, loss and healing through the bond between two young girls, Neo and Mosa, and the enduring power of memory and love. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Ndumiso Manana, Grammy-award winning singer & songwriter, about his recent win at the Standard Bank Artist Awards, his Sunday routines at church, his deep-rooted love for music and upbringing around it, as well as his thoughts on the role of AI in the music industry. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Professor Siphiwo Mahala, Chairperson of the National Arts Festival, about growing concern among South African arts festivals following public statements by Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie over festival funding. In other interviews, Sizani Baloyi, chats about his powerful pieces that speak to both resilience and hope, with his art being showcased widely, including at the Art Eye Gallery and in his solo exhibition, Squatter Movements, Like Birds in the Cornfield. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa Follow us on social media 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Professor Siphiwo Mahala, Chairperson of the National Arts Festival, about growing concern among South African arts festivals following public statements by Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie over festival funding. The festivals have called for an urgent meeting with the Minister to address the accusations and uncertainty, warning of the potential impact on jobs and opportunities in the sector. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sophie Joans is a theatre-maker, comedian, and the kind of performer who doesn't just toe the line — she cartwheels over it. From playing the devil in a satirical German production where Elon Musk stands in for Faust, to getting her tits out for laughs at the Armchair, Sophie's work blurs the boundaries between clowning, comedy, and full-blown chaos.In this episode, we talk about Sophie's recent international tour, creepy encounters in Germany, and why she believes live theatre will always be “AI-proof.” We also get into the origins of her production company Spark in the Dark, how it launched 14 shows at the National Arts Festival (7 of which won awards), and why building community beats chasing algorithms. Along the way, there are stories about Andrew Tate-inspired satire, nipple-related nicknames, and the ethics of turning exes into punchlines. Enjoy.Keep up with Sophie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/solo_joans/Check out Spark in the Dark: https://www.instagram.com/sparkinthedarksa/Support the podcast on Patreon: patreon.com/almostperfect Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Malcolm D. Purkey Born to Cockney Jewish immigrant parents who were entertainers, Malcolm Purkey  is an actor, director, playwright, influential drama lecturer, and theatre administrator.  He holds a BA and Honours from University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, an MA in Theatre Studies from the State University New York,  is a Fulbright Scholar and  he is a Graduate of the British Film School. His career and contribution to theatre is monumental. It started in the mad bohemian world of Adam Leslie. While still a student he designed and developed The Box and The Nunnery Theatres for Wits and then managed the influential Workshop 71. He surrounded himself with a group of artistic academic friends who met in a house in Junction Avenue, Parktown.  They formed the Junction Avenue Theatre Company that created politically conscious plays that had an influence on theatre in South Africa.Malcolm took a post lecturing drama at Wits (University of Witwatersrand) becoming Head of Department and an associate Professor. He was asked to assist the Market Theatre through a diffiult period and  turned it around. Malcolm has been a force in the theatre community and has had an enormous impact on hundreds of students. Elizabeth Howard, Producer and Host of the Short Fuse Podcast Elizabeth Howard is the producer and host of the Short Fuse Podcast, conversations with artists, writers, musicians, and others whose art reveals our communities through their lens and stirs us to seek change. Her articles related to communication and marketing have appeared in European Communications, Investor Relations, Law Firm Marketing & Profit Report, Communication World, The Strategist, and the New York Law Journal, among others.  Her books include Queen Anne's Lace and Wild Blackberry Pie, (Thornwillow Press, 2011), A Day with Bonefish Joe (David Godine, 2015) and Ned O'Gorman:  A Glance Back (Easton Studio Press, 2016). She leads reading groups at the Center for Fiction in Brooklyn, New York.  @elizh24 on InstagramThe Arts Fuse The Arts Fuse was established in June, 2007 as a curated, independent online arts magazine dedicated to publishing in-depth criticism, along with high quality previews, interviews, and commentaries. The publication's over 70 freelance critics (many of them with decades of experience) cover dance, film, food, literature, music, television, theater, video games, and visual arts. There is a robust readership for arts coverage that believes that culture matters.The goal of The Arts Fuse is to treat the arts seriously, to write about them in the same way that other publications cover politics, sports, and business — with professionalism, thoughtfulness, and considerable attitude. The magazine's motto, from Jonathan Swift, sums up our editorial stance: “Use the point of your pen … not the feather.” The Arts Fuse has published over 7,000 articles and receives 60,000+ visits a month. This year they are celebrating their 5th birthday, a milestone for a small, independent magazine dedicated to covering the arts.Why The Arts Fuse? Its birth was a reaction to the declining arts coverage in newspapers, magazines, radio, and television. When the number of news pages shrink in the mainstream media, attention is paid. But the continual whittling down of arts coverage has been passed over in silence. Editor-in-Chief Bill Marx started the magazine to preserve the craft of professional arts criticism online, while also looking at new and innovative ways to evolve the cultural conversation and bring together critics, readers, and artists.Serious criticism, by talking about the strengths, weaknesses, and contributions of the arts, plays an indispensable role in the cultural ecology. Smaller, newer organizations need a response. When they are ignored as they are by the mainstream media, they fail to gain an audience. And without an audience, they fold, further weakening the entire ecosystem.Assist The Arts Fuse in their  mission: to keep arts and culture hale and hearty through dialogue rather than marketing.SUBSCRIBE to the weekly e-newsletterLIKE The Arts Fuse on Facebook, FOLLOW  on TwitterHELP  The Arts Fuse thrive by providing underwriting for the magazine. Even better — make a tax deductible donation. 

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by international multi-award-winning interdisciplinary artist, Aldo Brincat, talking about his powerful one-man show and how it explores themes of identity, migration, family, and the lingering shadows of apartheid. 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, on Saturdays and Sundays Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy Maciver is joined by Christie van Niekerk – actress, comedian, and co-creator of A Fool For You, part of Spark Hub’s exciting 2025 line-up. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saskia speaks to National Arts Festival's Artistic Director Rucera Seethal about the upcoming festival and what audiences can expect. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gugs Mhlungu speak to Siyasanga “Siya” Charles on what to make of news of receiving the Standard Bank Young Artist Award, Siya is a magna cum laude Juilliard-graduate trombonist, Charles’s career is already a global story, shaped by collaborations with luminaries like Hugh Masekela and Grammy-winning artists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pippa speaks actress Mpume Mthombeni who is getting ready to step out at the Baxter Flipside Theatre in the one-woman show called Isi-dlam-lilo/The Fire Eater. The play has won a string of awards and glowing reviews both locally and internationally, since its premier at the National Arts Festival in 2022. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Corder is joined by Producer Jake Maisel to unpack the wild, witty, and weed-infused world of Baked Shakespeare: The Tragedy of Macbeth. Now in its 5th season, Baked Shakespeare has taken South Africa - and international stages - by storm, blending classic Shakespeare with cannabis-fuelled chaos. They finish their run at The Masque Theatre on the 28, 29 and 30th March and then will head to The Courtyard Café in Stellenbosch on the 12th,13th & 25th and 26th of April. Tickets Available via Quicket!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Graeme Raubenheimer who’s in for CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King is joined on Weekend Breakfast by Artistic Director of the National Arts Festival, Rucera Seethal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neo Muyanga is a composer, sound artist and librettist. His work traverses new opera, jazz improv and Zulu and Sesotho idiomatic song. He sang in township choirs before assimilating into the madrigal tradition while living in Italy in the 1990's. He trained in Italy before returning to South Africa in the mid 90's to co-found the critically acclaimed acoustic guitar duo, BLK Sonshine with Masauko Chipembere. An alumnus of the Berliner Künstlerprogramm des DAAD (2016), he was also Composer-in-residence of the Johannesburg International Mozart Festival (2017), the National Arts Festival (2017) and the Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival (2018).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crystal Orderson speaks to the Artistic Director of the National Arts Festival, Rucera Seethal about the call for artists to apply for next year's fringe festival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artistic Director of the National Arts Festival, Rucera Seethal on their call for Artists to apply for the 2025 National Arts Festival Fringe. The 51st National Arts Festival is in production and as of 1 October, artists have a window to apply to be part of the multidisciplinary showcase through the 2025 Festival's. This year, the National Arts Festival has shifted the window for applications for the Fringe to a shorter time frame and earlier date to allow artists, and the Festival, to plan further in advance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024 Comics Choice Newcomer Callum Hitchcock has had an unconventional career in the three years he's been doing comedy. In his first five gigs he opened for Khanyisa Bunu, put on a gig where he made more money than some headliners, and did a one-man show at the National Arts Festival. Turns out being from PE was a blessing in disguise. In this episode, we hear about his journey starting comedy in a small town in between lockdowns, we learn about the advantages and pressures of winning an award so early in his career, and we get into the joys and pains of being a Hotspurs fan. Enjoy. Keep up with Callum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callum_hitchcock/Support the podcast on Patreon: https://patreon.com/almostperfect Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's a call for submissions for the National Playwright Competition. Sara-Jayne Makwala King chats to Rucera Seethal who's the Artistic Director of the National Arts Festival which manages the competition. She explains that the winning playwright will have their play produced and premiered at the National Arts Festival next year. And receive prize money. Entries will close at midnight on 2 August.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artistic Director of the National Arts Festival, Rucera Seethal on their call for the entry for the 2025 National Playwright Competition which closes on 2 August 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Monica NewTon | Chief executive officer of the National Arts Festival  CEO of the National Arts Festival joins Africa Melane on the Early Breakfast show to tell us all we need to know about the National Arts Festival taking place from the 20th June till the 30th of June in GrahamstownSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National Arts Festival is officially underway and so is Cue Radio. Top journalism students from Rhodes University are putting on a special show everyday to tell our listeners what shows to watch, arts exhibitions to visit and which stalls at the Village Green have the best snacks. Here is the first edition of Cue Radio, 2024. Enjoy. Cue Radio on RMR

John speaks to Monica Newton, CEO of the Festival about the festival celebratinf its 50th Anniversary and what can be expected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clarence Ford speaks to Nobesuthu Rayi, Stakeholder Manager at NAF.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artistic Director of the National Arts Festival, Rucera Seethal on what to expect from the 2024 National Arts Festival, its 50th anniversary. This year's programme is said to pay homage to historic artists while opening new doors for aspiring creatives. The Curated Programme is selected by the Festival's Artistic Committee. The Festival programme goes live on the website on Monday 29 April and ticket booking opens.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zain chats to Lunathi Ncamani, the conductor of the Hout Bay Ingoma Choir. They'll be performing at Christ Church in Constantia on 7 April at 3pm, and are also getting ready for the National Arts Festival in Makanda. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of That Weekend Feeling , Daron Mann catches up with East London's renowned artist Kerry Hiles on her musical journey. Having performed at this year's National Arts festival in Makhanda, Hiles is part of an established line up set to hit the stage in next month's Edinburg Festival Fringe in Scotland. Her show, A Star is Born — the Rise and Fall of Judy Garland, premiered at the Umtiza Festival in 2019 and won two Ovation Awards at the National Arts Festival in 2019 and 2020. In this segment, Hiles tells Daron about her evolvement post Covid-19 and the feedback she's received from her fans. Having embodied Winehouse's impressive voice in her tribute show Amy Winehouse: The Diva and Her Demons, Hiles tells Daron that the Covid-19 pandemic has had an effect on the music industry. “ I'm finding that people don't want to spend money as regularly on just entertainment, they actually want an experience something that is tangible for that hour,” she said. Known for transforming the stories of iconic women in her previous musical productions, she received an award from Standard Bank for her shows at the National Arts Festival. “ It is such an honour to be noticed with the cream of the crop. The works that are there in the festival blow my mind every year,” said Hiles. Catch all and more in this segment.

Cue Radio brings you live, up-to-date coverage of the annual National Arts Festival in Makhanda, South Africa. Cue Radio on RMR

Cue Radio brings you live, up-to-date coverage of the annual National Arts Festival in Makhanda, South Africa. Cue Radio on RMR

Cue Radio brings you live, up-to-date coverage of the annual National Arts Festival in Makhanda, South Africa. Cue Radio on RMR

Cue Radio brings you live, up-to-date coverage of the annual National Arts Festival in Makhanda, South Africa. Cue Radio on RMR

Cue Radio brings you live, up-to-date coverage of the annual National Arts Festival in Makhanda, South Africa. Cue Radio on RMR

Cue Radio brings you live, up-to-date coverage of the annual National Arts Festival in Makhanda, South Africa. Cue Radio on RMR

Cue Radio brings you live, up-to-date coverage of the annual National Arts Festival in Makhanda, South Africa. Cue Radio on RMR

Cue Radio brings you live, up-to-date coverage of the annual National Arts Festival in Makhanda, South Africa. Cue Radio on RMR

Cue Radio brings you live, up-to-date coverage of the annual National Arts Festival in Makhanda, South Africa. Cue Radio on RMR

Cue Radio brings you live, up-to-date coverage of the annual National Arts Festival in Makhanda, South Africa. Cue Radio on RMR

Cue Radio brings you live, up-to-date coverage of the annual National Arts Festival in Makhanda, South Africa. Cue Radio on RMR

Cue Radio brings you live, up-to-date coverage of the annual National Arts Festival in Makhanda, South Africa. Cue Radio on RMR

Guest: The National Arts Festival takes place from 22nd June until 02 July. Monica Newton is the Festival CEO and she joins Mike to explain the promise of the festival slogan. How will ‘the festival will change you'? nationalartsfestival.co.zaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Former CEO of the National Arts Festival, Tony Lankester joins John to consider what SA Tourism could rather do R900 million to promote South Africa instead of spending the whole chunk on Tottenham Hotspurs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The global events industry was valued at more than $1.1 billion in 2019, before the start of the covid-19 pandemic. Live music and concert events alone lost $30 billion in 2020 and most outdoor festivals were cancelled. This year, in 2022, with more people vaccinated around the world, many festivals have managed to return but are having to cope with rising prices and staff shortages, as well as people with less cash to spend. Monica Newton, the CEO of the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown, South Africa, tells us about the challenges she's faced in holding this year's event. The director of the Great British Food Festival in the UK, Daniel Maycock, says they've managed to avoid putting up ticket prices so far and are trying to support smaller businesses. Lisa Louis travels to the Rock en Seine festival, to the west of the French capital Paris to speak to the director, Matthieu Ducos, about how he's had to adapt. She speaks to food and drinks vendors about how they're coping with rising prices and festival goers about how they're dealing with having less money in their pockets. Presenter: Emb Hashmi Reporter: Lisa Louis Producer: Jo Critcher (Image: Matthieu Ducos, director of the Rock en Seine festival, Parc de Saint-Cloud; Credit: BBC)

Sophie Joans wrote and performs in the play that won the Standard Bank Gold Ovation at this year's National Arts Festival. Ile by Sophie Joans is a coming-of-age story about mothers, daughters, and volcanic islands. Sophie joins Sara-Jayne on the line now to tell us all about it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National Arts Festival gets underway in Makhanda from next Thursday until 3 July. It's a massive celebration because the artistic community will reunite after two years of devastation in the arts sector due to shut theatres, cancelled shows, and frozen livelihoods.  Guest: Artistic Director Rucera Seethal  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode, host Katie Kheriji-Watts speaks with Ogutu Muraya, a Nairobi-based writer and a theatre maker whose artistic work focuses on orature and the politics of memory. They talk about internal and external mobility, the challenges of maintaining mental wellness during the creative process, epistemicide as an (often) unacknowledged legacy of colonial history, and why he decided to stop participating in the European Union's “undeniably discriminatory visa system.” This episode was commissioned by the National Arts Festival in South Africa and produced with support from the French Institute of South Africamentioned in this episode : the National Arts Festival in South Africa the Kenyan literary organisation Kwani? Ogutu's writings about his experiences in Europe : "How do you observe a stone that is about to strike you ?" "I am multitudes"Ogutu's performance “Fractured Memory” Points of Entry can be found online at  pointsofentry.cominstagram.com/pointsofentryspecial thanks: Rucera SeethalIf you enjoyed this episode, would you please consider subscribing, rating, or leaving a review ? It takes less than one minute and it really makes a difference for independent productions like this one. Thanks ! 

In this episode, I sit down with a fantastic Hip Hop dancer who I now call a friend. This is the second conversation we had. We share ideas on philosophy, the art of seduction, the 48 laws of power and dealing with the grief that comes from the loss of a father. BioMy name is Kimberly ‘Kim Mkhush' Mkhushulwa and I am a 27 year old dancer and performer. I matriculated at St Mary's and graduated at Rhodes University in 2017. I have been a performer since I was even in Primary School. I grew up in an environment with children from diverse schools and backgrounds, and we used to dance and perform for fun. When I got to High School I made and grew up with friends from Artistic schools such as The National School it the Arts (NSA), on top of having studied Drama at my own school. Luckily for me, even though I went to a private school, I also took the bus. This enabled me to make friends that danced hip hop at their various schools. Through this, I was introduced to Dance Crews and the Hip Hop Culture whilst being introduced to Physical Theatre in high school. I learnt a lot of the technical aspects of dance and physical expression (with practicals) whilst having learnt the skills involved in Hip Hop Dance, such as pop & lock which I enjoyed most. I then ended up auditioning for a dance crew in grade 9 because I had friends on the bus that would always talk about being in a dance crew and all the events they had been a part of. This intrigued me so I decided to try it out. Once I had made it, I had to learn how to dance like the other male dancers in the crew ‘Eclipse' because our form of dance required everyone to dress and dance identically at the various dance competitions and events we performed at. I was the only female on the crew at that time. This is how I learnt how to pop properly and even though it took hours and hours of practice, I eventually got it thanks to the support of my other crew members. While this was happening, I was part of the newly formed St Mary's Dance Crew which my Drama teacher had started. She introduced us to Physical Theatre and that was when I learnt not only how to Pop & Lock, but how to be expressive at the same time. These two worlds earned me my colors in Dance and further motivated me to take Drama as one of my majors in university. I knew that Rhodes Drama Department had a strong Physical Theatre culture and was drawn to it. I also played roles in various Drama Acting and choreography pieces, including The National Arts Festival, which was quite an accomplishment since it was my 1st Year of university. I then showcased my talent when I became Entertainment Rep for my Residence and that is when my choreography career took off. I started being asked to choreograph and perform at various events at the University for different student life and student society events to name a few. Once I had graduated, I started working for a childhood friend who had started his own Talent Agency. I choreographed and performed for some of his projects, including the Joburg Carnival, and became an Artistic Manager the agency. I then started working in corporate but have been dancing on the side. The NJ PodcastThe NJ Podcast is a podcast hosted by Njabulo James with the aim of sharing stories, tips and insights about achieving success while having fun. From topics ranging from personal development, to business, entertainment and sports the podcast will have conversations with experts in their fields. The Podcast will also share insights from Njabulo James' published and upcoming books. Remember, “success is the progressive realisation of a worthy ideal.” Main website: www.njabulojames.com Podcast Website: https://the-nj-podcast.captivate.fm Subscription Information: Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/NJPodcastapple Spotify: https://bit.ly/NJPodcastspotify Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/NJPodcastgooglepodcasts Overcast:...

In this episode I sit down with a fantastic Hip Hop dancer who I now call a friend. In this mind expanding conversation, we talk about the mindset behind being an intense performer, philosophy and relating to others. This was a good time, no alcohol required. Bio My name is Kimberly ‘Kim Mkhush' Mkhushulwa and I am a 27 year old dancer and performer. I matriculated at St Mary's and graduated at Rhodes University in 2017. I have been a performer since I was even in Primary School. I grew up in an environment with children from diverse schools and backgrounds, and we used to dance and perform for fun. When I got to High School I made and grew up with friends from Artistic schools such as The National School it the Arts (NSA), on top of having studied Drama at my own school. Luckily for me, even though I went to a private school, I also took the bus. This enabled me to make friends that danced hip hop at their various schools. Through this, I was introduced to Dance Crews and the Hip Hop Culture whilst being introduced to Physical Theatre in high school. I learnt a lot of the technical aspects of dance and physical expression (with practicals) whilst having learnt the skills involved in Hip Hop Dance, such as pop & lock which I enjoyed most. I then ended up auditioning for a dance crew in grade 9 because I had friends on the bus that would always talk about being in a dance crew and all the events they had been a part of. This intrigued me so I decided to try it out. Once I had made it, I had to learn how to dance like the other male dancers in the crew ‘Eclipse' because our form of dance required everyone to dress and dance identically at the various dance competitions and events we performed at. I was the only female on the crew at that time. This is how I learnt how to pop properly and even though it took hours and hours of practice, I eventually got it thanks to the support of my other crew members. While this was happening, I was part of the newly formed St Mary's Dance Crew which my Drama teacher had started. She introduced us to Physical Theatre and that was when I learnt not only how to Pop & Lock, but how to be expressive at the same time. These two worlds earned me my colors in Dance and further motivated me to take Drama as one of my majors in university. I knew that Rhodes Drama Department had a strong Physical Theatre culture and was drawn to it. I also played roles in various Drama Acting and choreography pieces, including The National Arts Festival, which was quite an accomplishment since it was my 1st Year of university. I then showcased my talent when I became Entertainment Rep for my Residence and that is when my choreography career took off. I started being asked to choreograph and perform at various events at the University for different student life and student society events to name a few. Once I had graduated, I started working for a childhood friend who had started his own Talent Agency. I choreographed and performed for some of his projects, including the Joburg Carnival, and became an Artistic Manager the agency. I then started working in corporate but have been dancing on the side. The NJ Podcast The NJ Podcast is a podcast hosted by Njabulo James with the aim of sharing stories, tips and insights about achieving success while having fun. From topics ranging from personal development, to business, entertainment and sports the podcast will have conversations with experts in their fields. The Podcast will also share insights from Njabulo James' published and upcoming books. Remember, “success is the progressive realisation of a worthy ideal.” Main website: www.njabulojames.com Podcast Website: https://the-nj-podcast.captivate.fm Subscription Information: Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/NJPodcastapple Spotify: https://bit.ly/NJPodcastspotify Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/NJPodcastgooglepodcasts Overcast:...

Join us as we discuss the topics that everyone is talking about (or should be talking about). We speak with guest, award-winning filmmaker Dylan Valley, whose latest VR 360 project "Azibuye - The Occupation" premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and more recently at vNAF, the virtual National Arts Festival in South Africa.