SONDA (State Of the National DisAster)

SONDA is a sharp, satirical solo performance that blends humour with hard-hitting social critique. In 70 minutes, the play tackles South Africa’s post-Apartheid struggles such as unemployment, poor service delivery, crime, poverty, and politicians’ empty promises.
Through physical comedy, mime, and clowning, SONDA keeps audiences laughing while holding up a mirror to the nation’s realities. Inspired by iconic protest works such as Woza Albert and Vuka Machel, rooted in the “poor theatre” traditions of Jerzy Grotowksi and the principles of Peter Brook's The Empty Space, the show is raw, accessible, and unforgettable.

SONDA is a sharp, satirical solo performance that blends humour with hard-hitting social critique. In 70 minutes, the play tackles South Africa’s post-Apartheid struggles such as unemployment, poor service delivery, crime, poverty, and politicians’ empty promises.
Through physical comedy, mime, and clowning, SONDA keeps audiences laughing while holding up a mirror to the nation’s realities. Inspired by iconic protest works such as Woza Albert and Vuka Machel, rooted in the “poor theatre” traditions of Jerzy Grotowksi and the principles of Peter Brook's The Empty Space, the show is raw, accessible, and unforgettable.