Politically Aweh, a popular South African comedy group, is set to bring its unique brand of satire to Cape Town with a live show called "Poll Dancing." The show, which will be filmed at the Homecoming Centre on October 21, aims to help audiences make sense of the upcoming local government elections on November 4. Using a mix of sketches, interviews, and campaign reporting, the comedians will tackle the complexities of the election process in a lighthearted and entertaining way.
Hosted by KG Mokgadi and Zoë Human, the show promises to be a hilarious take on the often-serious world of politics. The cast includes some of the biggest names in South African comedy, including author Dan Corder, comedian Dillan Oliphant, and Lindy Johnson, who recently completed a successful tour. Yaaseen Barnes, fresh from his Just Jokes show run, rounds out the stellar line-up. With their combined talents, the show is expected to be a hit with audiences.
Politically Aweh was founded by Stephen Horn in 2017, during the final months of Jacob Zuma's presidency. Since then, the group has established itself as a leading voice in South African comedy and satire. With "Poll Dancing," the group aims to provide a platform for people to laugh at the absurdity of power, politics, and the often-impossible task of getting anything done in government.
The show's format is designed to poke fun at the often-serious world of politics, with a group of comedians pretending to be a cabinet sitting in Parliament. This lighthearted approach is expected to resonate with audiences, who will be able to laugh at the complexities of the election process. The show's creators hope that it will provide a much-needed release valve for people who are feeling overwhelmed by the election process.
Tickets for the show are on sale via Quicket, and organisers plan to screen it on YouTube and Cape Town TV before election day on November 3. This will provide an opportunity for people who can't attend the live show to still experience the comedy and satire. With its unique blend of humor and commentary, "Poll Dancing" is set to be a must-see event for anyone interested in politics and comedy.
The show's cast is well-equipped to tackle the complexities of South African politics, with a deep understanding of the country's current events. Dillan Oliphant, for example, was recently awarded Comedian of the Year and Best Solo Show at the Comics' Choice Awards. With their combined talents, the cast is expected to deliver a hilarious and thought-provoking show that will leave audiences laughing and informed.
"Poll Dancing" is a great example of how comedy can be used to comment on current events and provide a unique perspective on the world. With its lighthearted approach and stellar cast, the show is set to be a hit with audiences. Key points include: the show's use of satire to tackle the complexities of the election process; the stellar cast, which includes some of the biggest names in South African comedy; and the show's screening on YouTube and Cape Town TV before election day.
Key points
- The show will use satire to tackle the complexities of the election process.
- The cast includes some of the biggest names in South African comedy.
- The show will be screened on YouTube and Cape Town TV before election day.
