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“Sir John Kani: A Resplendent Icon Revolutionizing the Sphere of Global Theatre”

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Sir John Kani, the South African actor and playwright, has been awarded the Order of the British Empire by His Royal Highness King Charles III for his dynamic performances that have beguiled audiences worldwide. Kani’s career spans 60 years and includes his coauthorship of ‘Sizwe Banzi Is Dead’ in 1975 and his recent performances in ‘Kunene and the King’. His artistic resonance, interlaced with narratives of nonracial, nonsexist, and democratic ethos, has had a global impact. Kani’s legacy signifies the potency of theatre in shaping societies and mesmerizing audiences.

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Sarafina!: A Groundbreaking Film in IMAX

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Sarafina!, the iconic South African film, has been digitally remastered in IMAX format in a groundbreaking collaboration. This marks the first South African movie to receive this treatment. The premiere is set to take place on 8 and 10 August 2023, followed by a full commercial release in 28 cinemas across the nation on 11 August, perfectly timed during Women’s Month. The film pays tribute to the remarkable women who played pivotal roles in South Africa’s struggle for freedom.