Somdaka

Somdaka is a play by Gcina Mhlophe. The play is about a village man who chooses to stay at home rather than leave for the city mines. He earns a living by making vibrant garments on his sewing machine.

Performance history in South Africa
1989: A production at the Market Theatre was directed by Gcina Mhlophe, starring Connie Chiume, Glen Gabela (as Somdaka) and Daphney Hlomuka.

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