In the dungeon of the Monument building, a circular room opens up like a cave,. Hanging on the cement walls are mermaids, myths and mystery. The Standard Bank winner for visual art, Lady Skollie (Laura Windvogel-Molifi) is finding her own method of preserving lost ancestral history in her exhibition Groot Gat.
Multi-award-winning artist and 2022 Standard Bank Young Artist award-winner in the visual arts category Lady Skollie’s latest installation titled Groot Gat celebrates cultural heritage.
The sometimes strained relationship between mother and daughter moves from the shadows to the stage in a skilful portrayal of theatrical prowess at the National Arts Festival in Makhanda.
As the annual National Arts Festival officially kicks off in Makhanda on Thursday, several exciting new premieres are set to entertain audiences while some big names and exciting shows are back to thrill.