The demand for the hit pocket musical Vincent – His Quest to Love and Be Loved to return to Jozi has been huge … and Wela Kapela Productions have listened … And in true Wela Kapela fashion … they’re coming to Joburg with more to delight audiences over the long weekend in June!
Wela Kapela Productions is excited to announce a first of its kind for them – a Double Bill of their multi award-winning shows Vincent – His Quest to Love and Be Loved and The Tramp – will be staged at Redhill Theatre, situated at Redhill School in Morningside – over the Youth Day long weekend, from June to June 16.
Audiences will now have the opportunity to enjoy both these hit shows – whether booking for one on its own or both of them as part of an exciting double bill – for one weekend only!
THE TRAMP:
The Tramp is a Naledi Theatre award-winning mini-musical that tells the story of Charlie Chaplin through the perspective of his old friend, his beloved Tramp character. The show follows The Tramp as he reflects on Chaplin’s rise to fame. He ponders on their symbiotic relationship, and the eventual betrayal of their friendship, that led to Chaplin’s exile from America for communist sympathies.
“Life is tragedy in close-up, but comedy in long-shot …”
The retelling of Charlie’s story through popular music and silent film gives a fresh view on the life of the iconic, yet controversial comedic genius. The Tramp was everyman’s champion shielding a shy, moody, fastidious Chaplin. And with the arrival of the talking movies, the Tramp was sidelined, and Chaplin himself stepped into the limelight. With this newfound voice, Charlie tarnishes his image with naïve political speeches and scandalous love affairs. And without the Tramp in his corner, he became an easy target for the cross-dressing J Edgar Hoover, the gossipmonger Hedda Hopper and the gin-soaked senator Joseph McCarthy.
The Tramp explores the complicated bond between an artist and the character they create, blending comedy and tragedy in a heartfelt reflection on fame, identity, and betrayal.
VINCENT – HIS QUEST TO LOVE AND BE LOVED:
Vincent is a three-time Naledi award-winning musical starring Daniel Anderson and accompanied by Paul Ferreira on piano. Anderson delves deep into the enigmatic life of Vincent Van Gogh, exploring the complexities of his relentless pursuit of artistic fulfilment and genuine human connection.
Through reimagined renditions of popular musical theatre, pop, rock, and jazz numbers, this unique multimedia musical cabaret offers a fresh perspective on Van Gogh’s unwavering desire for love and acceptance.
Daniel Anderson’s commanding performance takes the audience on an emotional journey through the turbulent existence of the iconic artist. From the very first note to the final chord, VINCENT immerses the spectators in a world of passion and creativity, sparking a profound connection with Van Gogh’s timeless struggles and triumphs.
The show is a multimedia musical, tells of a complex man with a ruthless drive to create and a deep-seated desire to love and be loved.
Performance schedule:
Friday, June 12: 7pm Vincent – his quest to love and be loved
Saturday, June 13: 2pm The Tramp
Sunday, June 14: 2pm The Tramp; 6pm Vincent – his quest to love and be loved
Tuesday, June 16: 2pm Vincent – his quest to love and be loved
Tickets are from R200 with further discounts for senior citizens, scholars and students.
Bookings are through Webtickets.
