Amaza

("Waves" – Xhosa) A dramatized novel by Z.S. Qangule.

Original text
Originally written as a verse drama about power relations in a Xhosa traditional society. First published in 1974 by Thanda Press, King Williamstown then published by Educum in 1978. Published as a drama by Kagiso in the series: Maskew Miller Longman Literature,2008.

Translations and adaptations
The novel was first adapted for the stage performance by Itumeleng Wa-Lehure (2009), later reworked by Thokozile Ntshinga (2014-5).

Production history
2009: First produced as Amaza in isiXhosa by Artscape in 2009, adapted for the stage and directed by Itumeleng Wa-Lehure. The production featured Thando Baliso, Lukhanyo Bele, Zoleka Helisi, Alicia Nosidima Hloyi, Nandipha Jama, Lindelwa Kali, Zoliswa Kawe, Nobuhle Kethelo, Lulama Mame, Bongile Mantsai, Masizole Marafana, Anele Matoti, Nandipha Mnyuka, Pepeswi Phumzile Ngxukuma, Portia Njozela, Sylvia Bulelwa Ntlantlu, Saxola Nyamza, Pumeza Rashe and Monde Xakwe. Designs by Patrick Curtis, music direction by Bongani Magatyana.

2011-2015: Presented in the Artscape Theatre Centre in Xhosa in May each year, reworked for the stage by Thokozile Ntshinga.

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