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About Gibson Kente

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51 Pioneer Avenue, Dube Ð Stand no. 1433 3
16 September 2021

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Gibson Kente 1932-2004 THEATRE WAS BORN HERE Bra Gib was the founding father of theatre in the black townships writing, acting and training talented singers, dancers and actors to appear in his Township Musicals. He entertained local audiences bringing laughter and catchy songs to the makeshift stages but his musicals also dealt with social issues of crime, poverty and apartheid. The first black artist to make a major film, in 1976, ÒHow long must we sufferÓ.

Photo courtesy: Kabelo Mokoena (Sunday Times)

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