With support from the City Of Joburg’s Department Of Community Development and in partnership with The Market Theatre, ‘Legends Never Die’ makes its global debut at the historic Market Theatre in Johannesburg with #IAmWinnieMandela – a music driven production, which appropriately takes place on 2 April 2024, marking six years since Mama Winnie’s passing at age 81.
As the first instalment of the concert series, the #IAmWinnieMandela musical tribute show is directed by celebrated theatre director Clive Mathibe and features giants in the South African music industry, whose specially curated performances are a poignant reminder that indeed, ‘Legends Never Die’. Some of the performers include celebrated musicians Brenda Mntambo and Langa Mavuso , Standard Bank Young Artist Award Winner in Music for 2024 Zöe Modiga, Artistic Director and acclaimed poet Napo Masheane, Contemporary and unique voice Muneyi and accomplished singer/songwriter Morena The Squire. Tickets are R300 at Webtickets
‘Legends Never Die’ is a concert series that pays tribute to departed South African heroes who have left an indelible mark on the very fibre of the nation. The series launches with the #IAmWinnieMandela musical tribute show– a creatively crafted production in honour of anti-apartheid stalwart, activist and mother of the nation, Mama Winnie Madikizela-Mandela. Even after South Africa gained freedom in 1994, Winnie was a necessary force and disruptor; a voice for the voiceless and underprivileged till the very end. Icon for social justice, equality and African pride, Winnie remains an enigmatic figure in South African society, that has influenced contemporary culture.
As part of the concert, there’s a sanitary pad collection drive that is meant to give relief to young women who are in need across Gauteng and the country. AR Agency has partnered with The Market Theatre and the City Of Johannesburg for the sanitary pad collection drive. Members of the public are encouraged to donate sanitary pads and drop them off at the following collection points; Sakhumzi, Zoo Lake and the James & Ethel Grey Park.
Executive Produced by Gandhi Baai, and Associate Producers Siphelele Madikizela ‘Legends Never Die’ is a creative platform that not only remembers iconic historic figures, but also positions their legacy as an important part of the future development of Mzansi.
With video production by UK South African based film maker, Nicholas Beveney and Associate Producer and TV Director, Mmuso Sefatsa, ‘Legends Never Die’ promises to be an unforgettable and emotionally engaging but entertaining celebration of Mama Winnie Mandela.
‘Legends Never Die’ #IAmWinnieMandela is staged on the John Kani Stage at The Market Theatre on 2 April 2024 at 19:00. Tickets available at The Market Theatre box office or Webtickets. Ticket Price: R300