Connecting Streams Theatre Festival returns to Bloemfontein

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In the OFM Art Beat, Mid-Morning Magic’s Yolanda Maartens is joined by festival director Mbuyiselo Nqodi to talk about the Connecting Streams Theatre Festival taking place at the Civic Theatre in Bloemfontein from 29 Feb till 2 March 2024. Mbuyiselo says the festival creates a platform for shows that all bagged Standard Bank Ovation Awards in 2023 and is a must-see event for those unable to visit the National Arts Festival. Members of the community will then be able to come and enjoy these shows and celebrate local talent. Tickets are available from webtickets.co.za
6 Feb 2024 English South Africa Performing Arts · Visual Arts

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