(Above: Tempus Fugit – an
inventor of marvellous things for the future (Sbongiseni Maphumulo) and EtCita
Brevis – a nostalgic dreamer, stuck in the past (Amanda Nthombela). Photo:
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DUT to stage whimsical new work by Penny Youngleson
Durban theatre-maker, Penny Youngleson, has created Memento Mori, with DUT Drama and Production and Performing Technology students - a magnificent ambitious new work for young audiences - which will be premiered at the Courtyard Theatre at DUT having a short three day run opening on Thursday October 17.
This sumptuous production, based on a children’s book by Youngleson of the same name, will be a magical, sensory feast – featuring set design by Nel van der Merwe and overall fabrication of costumes, props and set by Anne and Penny Youngleson and the backstage students of the new Higher Certificate programme at DUT. The story is home to an enchanting array of characters; elements of Midsummer Night’s Dream type whimsy combined with vintage story-book-inspired imaginative design set to beautiful music.
In her new work, Youngleson tackles a difficult subject: mortality. Her production celebrates the wonder of life, the power of love, and joy of human connection, understanding that our time on earth is fleeting and should be enjoyed to its absolute fullest.
Memento Mori runs at the DUT Courtyard Theatre, 51 Steve Biko Road, Musgrave, Durban.
Guarded, off-road parking available on site.
Show times – Thursday 17, Friday 18 at 18h00; Saturday 19 at
11h00
Tickets: R50 (R20 students, pensioners and children)
Available through secretary Bawinile at 031 373 2194, email:
BawinileM1@dut.ac.za or at the door.