VOICED: Soweto's cutting edge theatre opens its doors

The Soweto Theatre, a $18 million project, is a legacy of the 2010 World Cup, aimed at transforming South Africa's famous township. Despite delays, it offers a platform for community dialogue and future aspirations. Located in a historically significant area, the theatre embraces a modern design without heavy symbolism, featuring three colorful boxes representing its performing spaces. It opens with 'The Suitcase', a play by a local author, highlighting its commitment to showcasing homegrown talent.

What was the primary purpose of building the Soweto Theatre?

• To act as a museum for apartheid history

• To replace an old stadium

• To provide a platform for community dialogue and self-expression

• To serve as a shopping center

What historical event is associated with the location of the Soweto Theatre?

• The end of apartheid

• A rally where Zindzi Mandela read a letter from her father

• A speech by Nelson Mandela

• The signing of the Freedom Charter

How does the design of the Soweto Theatre differ from other theaters?

• It is made entirely of glass

• It reflects its internal structure with colorful boxes

• It has a traditional Victorian design

• It is built entirely underground

What is the significance of the play 'The Suitcase' for the Soweto Theatre?

• It is a historical drama about apartheid

• It is a musical about the World Cup

• It is based on a story by a local author

• It is a foreign play brought to Soweto

What role does the Soweto Theatre aim to play in the community?

• To host international film festivals

• To serve as a political meeting place

• To act as a sports arena

• To showcase homegrown talent and bring performances to the township