CARDS – A refreshing sexy performance
The ‘Parental Guidance’ printed on the ticket is not just a space-filler. It’s probably the best advice you need when watching CARDS at the Market Theatre coz if your parents didnt guide you as to the birds and the bees of this world, you’re sure to have it all spelt out for you at CARDS. Represent attended the media viewing of the show and WOW were we blown away.
It’s an exp…
licit tale of the realities of a Hillbrow brothel, brilliantly led by our very own Nigerian Siyabonga Twala – the man was outstanding… It’s a 100% South African story, cast, director and show but in it’s very nature is a break from the traditional content of our theatre and a welcome foray into the NOW of our lives… Well not our lives but the lives of a whole bunch of gorgeous prostitutes working for the dodgy MUBARA (Twala).
The set is cleverly put together, creating a moving, shifting and energetic show, filled with some incredible acting talent… I particularly loved the madala security guard, who caused us endless giggles… then there’s world class acting performances from a range of actors – Tsepo(the lawyers son), the crooked lawyer himself, Tana, Eva, Bonolo, the christian soldier…the bribable Judge… they’re all great actors and I am so proud of this work.
It’s a long all night affair, but we never found ourselves bored for a moment – it’s one of those stories that one doesn’t want to give away as the nudity and sex scenes need to be experienced first hand for them to have the full effect.
Only two small comments – the music = which was a great selection – tends to cut in and out a bit abruptly and there were one or two moments where it was a little too loud underneath dialogue. Also – the STRIPPY scene – and you’ll know which one i mean if you go and watch it – could also have been lit a little more erotically…
But otherwise – it’s a mind-blow and a shock to the system but what we would account for an extremely realistic and entertaining journey into the dark side of our tough old Hillbrow.
Bravo to the entire cast and team – guys – make sure to watch this and for those with weak hearts, don’t forget to take your medication before you go.
CARDS
Market Theatre
Written and directed by Paul Grootboom.
7 May – 5 June 2005
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