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Revision as of 16:29, 30 March 2024
Madi is a play Mike Makou.
Some sources the author is called Mike Makau
Contents
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.
Translations and adaptations
Performance history in South Africa
2010: First performed as part of the the 19th Market Lab Annual Community Theatre Festival it was selected for the Zwakala Festival, where it was a winner, being 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
Go to ESAT Bibliography
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Return to PLAYS I: Original SA plays
Return to PLAYS II: Foreign plays
Return to PLAYS III: Collections
Return to PLAYS IV: Pageants and public performances
Return to South African Festivals and Competitions
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