Where is the theatre association?
Zimbabwe is one of the greatest countries in Africa and the world over, its one country that is pregnant with hullabaloos, contradictions, opportunists, dictators feeding almost every news agency in the world with a story to tell and naturally feeding themselves with anything that comes across. This is a rare talent that most Zimbabweans have, its greatness thrust upon them to identify an opportunity, loophole or pothole and use it wisely – not necessarily the correct definition of ‘wise’ according to oxford dictionary.
From the political crisis/impasse, to the economic decline/decay, to humanitarian total collapse right through the inclusive government - a story has been told but one thing that has been given little notice is that Zimbabwe has the finest brains to plan strategize but explicitly the worst implementers. This has been one element that has immensely contributed to the collapse of the country as it has spread like cholera across the whole country leaving nothing but trail of untamed disaster.
In 2008 we had some theatre practitioners namely going around the country mobilizing for a theatre association that seeks to address burning issues affecting theatre practitioners. Actors and actresses who have been grossly affected by shortchanging producers were eager to see a body that will protect them and most importantly help the theatre fraternity grow shaping a new and sustainable future in Theatre arts. A noble idea indeed thought and initiated by prominent artists with a vision to set new inclinations. Read more
National Gallery hosts fourth cotton exhibition
The National Gallery of Zimbabwe is proud to be hosting the fourth Cotton Exhibition on the 10th of October 2008. The show of 72 paintings, sculptures and textiles running under the theme ‘Strength and Complexity’ serves to bring out the fine qualities of cotton as a manmade fibre which has become of paramount importance in the clothing and design industries. Read more
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- Ivo Maia Brings His Magic to HarareThe Book Café, one of Harare’s busiest live arts venues, will this weekend host world-acclaimed Mozambican singer and guitarist, Ivo Maia.
- Black Bird to Guest at Sistaz Open MicNonku Black Bird Vundla, rising female hip-hop artist, who released her debut album, Tha Rappertizer, recently will be featured as the guest musician at this month’s Sistaz Open Mic, themed Spring Fever.
- Munya Safe This Week After Surviving 6th Nomination