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TSELANE & THE GIANT

July 18-20, 2019

A magical production speaking on safety and self-awareness for young audiences.

Directed by Veronique Mensah

Musical Direction by Nyasha Joshua Kuchekana-Chirau

Adapted and devised in collaboration with cast.

National Theatre of Namibia, 12 John Meinert Street.

ABOUT

The story follows the journey of Tselane, an 8 year old girl, who lives with her mother in a small village. The safety of the children is endangered when a giant invades the village. Tselane is abducted by the giant which terrifies the community. Shaken, but still held together, the villagers all plan, along with the guidance of the audience for the safe return of the young girl.

TRAILER:

THE ARTISTS

Director: Veronique Mensah

Musical Direction by Nyasha Joshua Kuchekana-Chirau

Set Painter: Hage Nasheotwala

Stage Manager: Zindri Swartz

Cast:

Richard Claasen

Walter Kahivere

Tabitha Gaueises

Tove Kangotue

Shileka Tulimeke

Cynderella Simana

Lahja Haufika

Paula Kasinda

Tapuwanashe Munyayi

Ocja Henock Kambaekua

A Children’s Theatre Production Presenting the Tswana folktale, the play follows the story of eight-year-old Tselane who is abducted from her village home by a giant which terrifies the community. Shaken but united, the villagers along with the audience devise a plan for Tselane’s safe return.

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