Broke Ass Showcase Presents The Entertainment Talk: Acting Abroad
Fri Aug 23, 18:00 - Fri Aug 23, 22:00
Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct
ABOUT
The Entertainment Talk is a series of talks hosted by the Broke Ass Showcase in partnership with Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct, Credipple and The National Film and Video Foundation. These talks will provide insight into various aspects of the Entertainment Industry with an aim of sharing knowledge with young and aspirant creatives.
From Bollywood to Hollywood there's a growing appetite for our acting talent abroad. With this talk we take a dive into that world, the trials, tribulations and triumphs that come with it logistically and creatively. What is it like being a South African thespian abroad? Our panel will include actors and creatives with different experiences being overseas within different types of production.
Panel Speakers:
Shonisani Masutha - Lead Actress in Mehek, Zee World's first production with an African cast.
Thabo Rametsi - Award-winning actor and filmmaker known for playing roles such as Kalushi with international roles on productions like Homeland.
Nick Soul - SAFTA and SAMA Nominated Actor/Singe whose highlights include playing The Lion King's Simba on The West End and starring in films like Love By Chance
Nomava Kibare - Veteran Actress/Media Personality having had lead roles in Soul City and Mehek.
Linda Michael - Veteran Thespian and Theatre Director of both local and international plays, frequent contributor at Outreach Foundation