The Sello Maake kaNcube Foundation in association with Daphne Kuhn of Theatre on the Square, is proud to announce a thrilling new production of Can Themba’s’ iconic story, The Suit.

It has recently returned from a successful run at NAF celebrating 30 years since it was last performed there. It was then a memorable show performed by candle light and gas lamps with Barney Simon lighting the actors faces with a torch!

The story was adapted by Mothobi Mutloatse, Barney Simon and Can Themba and presented at the Market Theatre with Barney Simon as director and subsequently staged internationally. The Suit will run, 30 years later, at Theatre on the Square, Sandton and open on Wednesday, 30 October. The lead role was played by acclaimed actor, Sello Maake KaNcube who will be reprising the role with a stellar cast including Tshireletso Nkoane, Job Kubatsi and Lebohang Motaung. The director will be award-winning J Bobs Tshabalala.

Written by banned investigative journalist and author, Can Themba, in the 60’s, The Suit is set in Sophiatown against the backdrop of the Apartheid regime’s forced removals under the group Areas Act. It tells the story of Philemon who discovers that his wife, Matilda has a lover. When the lover flees after being discovered, he leaves behind his suit. Philemon devises a cruel punishment by forcing Matilda to treat the suit as a guest who must accompany them through every moment of the day.

The story is a powerful metaphor for the impact of oppression on personal relationships , while it explores love and betrayal, unforgiveness, revenge and destructive intolerance.

Show Information:
The Suit

Venue:
Theatre on the Square, Sandton

Dates & Times:
29 October – 16 November 2024
Tuesday – Friday at 19h30
Saturday at 17h00 & 20h00
Sunday at 15h00

Ticket Prices:
From R150 (including VAT)
Discounts for students and seniors, with group booking discounts available
Seating is unreserved

Bookings: 
Computicket or the Theatre Box Office on 011 883 8606 / 083 377 4969

Duration:
70-minutes (no interval)

Age Restriction:
PG

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