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Inside ‘The Polygamist’: The cast unpack betrayal, desire and emotional survival
The cast of Sue Nyathi's viral Netflix adaptation, 'The Polygamist', delve into the series' intense themes of betrayal, desire, and emotional survival, reflecting on how the show…
The Polygamist: Familiar themes, powerful performances
The new Netflix series, The Polygamist, based on Sue Nyathi's novel, has become a major talking point. This 22-episode drama features a strong cast led by Gugu Gumede as Joyce…
Scoring faith: Musa Mhlongo on composing for Genesis
The composer of Mzansi Magic’s Genesis talks faith, sound and storytelling in South Africa’s latest gospel-infused telenovela
The final curtain: Remembering Athol Fugard’s theatre of conscience
South Africa has lost a moral giant as the playwright who challenged injustice through art dies at 92