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Somizi Mhlongo has no one but playwright Gibson Kente to thank for his life. This is because his parents actually met in one of Kente’s productions and thus conceived him.<\/p>\n

At the launch of\u00a0How Long?\u00a0<\/em>Somizi told media how he felt he had come full circle.<\/p>\n

How Long?\u00a0<\/em>had been banned\u00a0 45 years ago because of its political undertones. Kente was also imprisoned.<\/p>\n

The play, was a response to pressure from Black Consciousness movements that cultural work needed to reflect the conditions of the oppressed.<\/p>\n

Relief<\/h3>\n

Somizi is now a relieved man.<\/p>\n

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“Some people may think theater in South Africa is dying. It hasn’t died, or is even attempting to be in a coma. We just need bums on seats.<\/p>\n

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“When I was asked to choreograph I was really honoured. This is where I was conceived. I have come full circle. For me it’s not just a pay cheque. It’s in my blood because of my parents, I had no choice really.”<\/p>\n

He is hoping that The Playhouse will be inundated with bookings.<\/p>\n

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The cast includes well-known local stars Thembi Mtshali, Phindile Gwala and Khaya Dladla. The show runs from May 5 to 27.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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