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Madame President - the Musical

African performance piece written and directed by Edmund Mhlongo, with music and direction by Linda Ngcwensa (leader of the gospel group Avante), also showcases the talents of Thembisile Ntaka (of Coca-Cola Pop Stars fame), and pop group Adila.

"Madame President is a spectacular musical that follows the story of a young woman; Nobuntu from birth as the female of a twin to her lofty position as a president. Her domineering and bigoted father (strongly played by Thandanani Qwabe) felt she was a bad omen, as he had only produced sons up until then. The production challenges stereotypes and examines the hurdles faced by strong women in the past. It is littered in scenes with themes of highly acclaimed African Queens and Women - whom Nobuntu refers to as her models as she travels towards achieving her goal."

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