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Right On Cue: Episode One !!

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The first episode of Right On Cue dives into the National Arts Festival (NAF) held annually in Makhanda, Eastern Cape, South Africa. The episode introduces the festival’s format.

Highlights:
Steven Lang discusses why people go through the effort and cost of attending the festival.
Rucera Seethal, the Artistic Director of NAF, shares updates on the festival’s preparations.
A preview of “Beyond the Stage”, a dance and theatre production by the Diocesan School for Girls, is featured. Reporter Siyethemba Ngcobo attends the rehearsals and speaks with performers about their experiences.
The episode closes with a warm send-off from Sen-Sunshine, encouraging listeners to tune in again the next day.
26 Jun 2025 4AM English South Africa Arts · Education

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