Meet The Cry of Winnie Mandela Stellar Cast
Meet The Cry of Winnie Mandela Stellar Cast. The Cry of Winnie Mandela delves into the powerful life of Winnie Mandela, exploring her resilience and struggle during challenging times. It’s a gripping narrative that unveils the untold stories behind the woman who stood strong in the face of adversity.
Based on the popular novel by poet, novelist, and essayist Njabulo Ndebele, The Cry of Winnie Mandela is a poignant theatrical production brought to life by The Market Theatre. This thoughtful new play of resilience is adapted by Alex Burger and directed by the award-winning MoMo Matsunyane who is the current Standard Bank Young Artist Winner for Theatre.
Through the imagination of a literary professor, the action centres on the stories of four women who reflect on a period of waiting during the absence of their men. Between intense emotional moments and cleverly injected humor, the dynamic theatrical adaptation weaves together their private accounts, exposing the shadows, isolation, and complexities of their evocative experiences. A series of intimate and powerful conversations unfold as the characters reveal the profound impact of this period of their life, delving into the depths of their longing and uncertainty as they forge their stories to that of the life and times of Winnie Mandela.
The play boast a formidable cast of renowned actresses of our time. Among them is the award winning, Nambitha Mpumlwana. She is best known for her leading roles in the television series Shado’s, Interrogation Room and The Lab; and feature film Tsotsi. In The Cry of Winnie Mandela, she is cast as Winnie Mandela.
Other cast members are Rami Chuene as Mannete, Ayanda Sibisi as Delisiwe, Siyasanga Papu as Marara Pulane Rampoana as Mamello and Les Nkosi as Prof Ndebele.
The Cry of Winnie Mandela is billed for 30 March – 21 April 2024, Barney Simon Theatre, Market Theatre.
