IN a telegram sent on 29 April 1963, Ingrid Jonker thanks Andre Brink for his letters and flowers. They had met a few days before. This was the beginning of a correspondence between the two writers that lasted until three months before Jonker drowned herself at Three Anchor Bay.
Over half a century later, read and performed by Cara Roberts and Mpilo Nzimande, and directed by Bryan Hiles, selected letters between Brink and Jonker bring to light their passion, their heartache, and their ultimate devastation as this gripping love affair unfolds.
Flame in the Snow is an intimate reading of a hidden love affair between two prolific writers in South African literary history.
The performance completes the pre-panto season OnStage@Altitude, 25 Silver Avenue, Stamfordhill, running from Thursday, 19 to Saturday, 21 November.
Doors open at 6pm for showtime at 7.30pm.
Parking with guards is available directly adjacent to the venue. Alternatively, Uber or Bolt are suggested for additional peace of mind.
Seating is unreserved and allocated on arrival. A cash bar is available and patrons are most welcome to take their own picnic backets/snacks.
Strict health protocols apply. All ticket holders will receive a Covid-19 questionnaire for completion on arrival.
Booking is through Quicket: www.Quicket.co.za.
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