The Zulu reimagined comes to Joburg Theatre: ‘It’s the story of an empire’

702’s Bongani Bingwa speaks with Sibusiso Mamba, The Zulu Director.

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The Zulu has been called ‘a powerful theatrical tribute to history, heritage, and the enduring spirit of resistance’.

It shares the powerful history of the Zulu nation including the Battle of Isandlwana in 1879.

It was originally conceived and performed as a solo show by the late great Mbongeni Ngema but has returned as a two-hander.

“It is an incredible story of an empire.”

- Sibusiso Mamba, Director of The Zulu 

It is showing at the Lesedi at Joburg Theatre from 6 June to 22 June, starring Abdul Khoza and Nhlakanipho Manqele.

Tickets can be purchased on webtickets.

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