Sizwe Bansi Is Dead & The Island
79
Play • Fiction
Port Elizabeth, South Africa • 1970s; Robben Island, South Africa • 1970s
1976
Adult
18+ years
Sizwe Bansi Is Dead and The Island, written by Athol Fugard, along with actors John Kani and Winston Ntshona, explore themes of identity and resistance during apartheid in South Africa. These plays present deeply human stories, reflecting the oppression faced by individuals while emphasizing resilience and the human spirit's strength amidst adversity.
Challenging
Contemplative
Emotional
Gritty
Inspirational
79
Play • Fiction
Port Elizabeth, South Africa • 1970s; Robben Island, South Africa • 1970s
1976
Adult
18+ years
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