Come see life on the streets through the eyes of Kids Haven’s production
Skrop’laap is a play that deals with homelessness and displacement as seen through the eyes of Magents and Pops.
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Kids Haven is delighted to present its homegrown production, Skrop’laap, at the Theatre on the Square, Mandela Square, Sandton, on March 29 at 4pm.
This short play was written by Tsietsi Morobi as an undergraduate while studying drama at Wits University. It is based on his knowledge of children’s lives on the streets.
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“The two friends find themselves relegated to the hard concrete and are forced to fend for themselves in ways unimaginable. They keep their hope for a better future alive by telling stories of how they see the future,” said Angela Kelleher, marketing manager at Kids Haven.
“The play further interrogates the idea of being an outcast in a society one lives in and the notion of being looked at.
“Skrop’laap further explores themes such as sexuality, friendship, loss and also tries to break down stereotypes and societies’ perception on homeless children. This comedy/drama uses elements of poor theatre to drive its narrative.”
“Join us for this exciting opportunity to witness the power of storytelling in a professional venue. Your ticket money will support Tsietsi’s drama programme that he runs weekly at Kids Haven.”
Tsietsi said: “I have been working on this story with children from Kids Haven’s drama group and it has been a journey and a half.
“This is a step for them into the professional world of acting and they are excited to share this journey and narrative with the public.
“They are ready to share their talents with the world and to show how when supported, children can achieve anything they put their minds to.
“This play has so many voices of hopeless kids and needs to be told in an attempt to bring back hope to our youth, especially those living on the street. It gives them a voice and reaffirms that they too are human. Your support is valued and appreciated!”
Writer/director: Tsietsi Morobi
Cast members: Thato Maredi and Siyabonga Mabena
Stage manager: Akhona Buthelezi
Duration: 45 minutes.
Tickets can be bought on Quicket.