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| − | The [[Isithatha Theatre]] is located at 12, 9th Avenue, Walmer, Port Elizabeth and is run by the Isithatha Trust | + | The [[Isithatha Theatre]] is located at 12, 9th Avenue, Walmer, Port Elizabeth and is run by the Isithatha Trust. It was initially sponsored by the National Lottery Commission but it is now sponsored by [[backabuddy.co.za]]. The Trust was the brainchild of [[Sharon Lother]] and [[Linda-Louise Swain]]. |
| − | The theatre is suited for intimate audience groups and situated in a large old heritage house, set in spacious grounds, which has been converted into a theatre complete with the Gift Buqa Auditorium, (named after [[Gift Buqa]] a well-known local actor) and change rooms | + | The theatre is suited for intimate audience groups and situated in a large old heritage house, set in spacious grounds, which has been converted into a theatre complete with a large foyer with a kitchenette and bar, the Gift Buqa Auditorium, (named after [[Gift Buqa]] a well-known local actor) and change rooms. |
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Revision as of 09:52, 11 February 2022
The Isithatha Theatre is located at 12, 9th Avenue, Walmer, Port Elizabeth and is run by the Isithatha Trust. It was initially sponsored by the National Lottery Commission but it is now sponsored by backabuddy.co.za. The Trust was the brainchild of Sharon Lother and Linda-Louise Swain. The theatre is suited for intimate audience groups and situated in a large old heritage house, set in spacious grounds, which has been converted into a theatre complete with a large foyer with a kitchenette and bar, the Gift Buqa Auditorium, (named after Gift Buqa a well-known local actor) and change rooms.
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Aims
The aim is to bring people together from different backgrounds who share a commitment to the arts.
Training
The Isithatha Trust runs a programme for playwrights, dancers, actors, administrative personnel, maintenance workers and publicists.
Sources
Isithatha Trust promotional material.
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