Ngema documentary premieres at Market Theatre

A new documentary exploring the life and legacy of acclaimed theatre-maker, musician and writer, Dr Mbongeni Ngema, is set to premiere at The Market Theatre on Saturday, 30 May 2026, under the theme "Celebrating South African Heroes and Heroines".

The film honours Ngema's contribution as a powerful artistic voice against apartheid, and comes as South Africa marks 50 years since the June 16, 1976 Student Uprisings, as well as the 50th anniversary of The Market Theatre.

Filmed partly in his Johannesburg home from 2020, it became the final recorded account of his life before his passing in December 2023.

To tell us more, we are joined by producer and director Lindani Mbense.

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