Madi

Madi is a play Mike Makou.

In some sources the author is given as Mike Makau

The original text

Written mainly in Tswana, with English, the play is loosely and playfully structured, moving in and out of the lives of several characters. It focuses on burning issues such as child abuse, rape and HIV/ Aids, but treats them lightly, with humour and from the innocent perspective of children.

Performance history in South Africa

2010: First performed as part of the the 19th Market Lab Annual Community Theatre Festival, where it was selected for participation in the Zwakala Festival. A winner there, it was then chosen for a full professional performance in the Barney Simon Theatre at the Market Theatre from 10 to 30 May. Directed by Mike Makou with Charmaine Malileke, Kuli Maluleka, Mary Makou. Performed as a double bill with 8 Minuets by Clive Mathibe.

Sources

Ruphin Coudyzer. 2023. Annotated list of his photographs of Market Theatre productions. (Provided by Coudyzer)

https://www.sowetanlive.co.za/good-life/2010-07-22-community-showcase/

https://www.mediaupdate.co.za/media/25051/the-market-theatre-presents-double-bill

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