Out of Africa: A story of Mzolisi noNomkhitha

Akhona Nkumanda will present a Musical Theatre Production called Out of Africa at the PE Opera House. The musical will focus on how relationships are affected by social issues in our society. How the structure of our families affects our relationship and wellbeing.

The broken relationships in our community and our family. There is still hope, even though there is a fall in parental relationships, especially between mothers and fathers, the broken home. It should not affect the love relationships of the children. Gangsterism will also be focused on, even though there is such a strong pull to go down that path and become a criminal, not everyone is bound to become a criminal and you can change. Depression will also come to light, as this is such a pressing matter. The message is that despite the social issues and broken relationships, there is hope and we can still have love for each other.

Akhona is a Music /Musical Theatre Teacher at CAMA (Creative Arts and Music Academy) and an Accredited Lecturer at the NMU Music Department, where he started the NMU Chamber Choir. He has directed “Ipi Tombi” and “Westside Story” at The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Port Elizabeth. He formed part of the NMMU Choir for 7 years and is a classical artist in his own right.

His goal is to produce a musical utilising and showcasing the rich talent of the township, giving a platform and also bringing this culture alive to be enjoyed by patrons throughout the Bay.

The show will be on the 9 November 2019 at 17:00. The tickets are R50 and are available from Kim at 0789561729.