Local theatregoers are in for a treat when Sue and Caroline’s, Pick of the Fringe, comes to Cape Town hot off the National Arts Festival in Makhanda.
The Drama Factory and Observatory-based Theatre Arts are presenting shows that were performed at this year’s Festival.
“When like-minded independent theatre producers come together, good things happen!,” said Sue Diepeveen, Founder of The Drama Factory.
“Thanks to conversations with Caroline Calburn of Theatre Arts, we are delighted to bring you the mischievous ”The Agents“, as well as other shows, under the banner of Sue and Caroline’s Pick of the Fringe!
“I saw The Agents last year at NAF and I laughed so much I nearly fell over! You will never really be able to forget Brenda, Venter or Linda in a hurry and I believe that this is exceptionally crafted and performed,” said Caroline Calburn of Theatre Arts.
Meet ‘The Agents’, a trio of mischievous performers who tear into the cut-throat world of property development, gentrification and Fancy Estate Living.
From slick real estate agents to clueless home buyers to neighbourhood watch groups (you know the ones) - no one is safe from their hilariously sharp critiques.
Irreverent, macabre and ridiculous: this show is a must-see for anyone who loves a spicy, laugh-out-loud cringefest.
Created and performed by Lisa Derryn Overy, Kyla Davis and Roberto Pombo and directed by physical theatre maestro Toni Morkel, “The Agents” has finally landed in Cape Town after knock-out runs in Jozi and NAF (National Arts Festival), where it was praised as a ‘gem’ of the festival and scooped a Standard Bank Ovation Award.
Presented by Robaby Productions, “The Agents” will be performed at The Drama Factory on:
- 22 and 23 August at 7.30pm and matinee 24 August at 3.30pm
- Tickets cost R180 / R160 / R120
- Warning:
“Every year there is a standout fringe show, and this was it.” - Steve Kretzmann, The Critter
“Under the direction of Toni Morkel, (the performers) are a joy to watch. The trio moves as a three-headed beast…they deliver the razor-sharp script with ease, and routinely whip themselves and their unsuspecting clients into a frenzy. The Agents is easily one of the gems of this year’s Festival. Go and see it!”- David Mann, Cue Online
“...fabulously fierce and funny! Morkel, Davis, Pombo and Derryn Overy have created something quite extraordinary in The Agents” - Yvette Hardie
Robaby Productions emerged onto the theatrical scene in 2014 with "Father, Father, Father!", a cult hit that left audiences shocked with its deliciously dark narrative.
Since then, this theatre company has remained a beacon of innovation, consistently pushing the boundaries of storytelling over the past decade.
At the creative helm stand theatre-makers Roberto Pombo and Toni Morkel, whose distinctive blend of grotesque boffoonery and physicality has become synonymous with Robaby's distinctive style.
Robaby Productions has carved out a niche as purveyors of the sardonic and dark, challenging audiences to confront the shadows lurking within themselves.
Bookings for performances at The Drama Factory can be made at www.thedramafactory.co.za or by contacting 073 215 2290
With its fully licensed bar and cosy, welcoming atmosphere, The Drama Factory, is the perfect venue to enjoy top-quality entertainment with a group of friends or family.
The solar-powered inverter ensures the show will always go on, even when there is load shedding!
Make a staycation of a visit to The Drama Factory, booking in with one of their wonderful accommodation partners.
Spend the night at The Views Guesthouse, 185 on Beach or Majorca House to enjoy the beauty and many other activities on offer in the surrounding Helderberg region.
Visit the website for further details.
The Drama Factory is situated at 10 Comprop Sq, Henry Vos Close, Asla Business Park, Strand, Western Cape. Parking is available at the venue.
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