Andrew Buckland and the Baxter Theatre Centre present the world premiere of a new solo production, Laugh The Buffalo, from October 16 until November 30.
Buckland, who received a Standard Bank Standing Ovation Award at the National Arts Festival this year in recognition of the significant contribution he has made to the theatre industry once again teams up with director Janet Buckland for his first new work in years. He was last seen on the Baxter stage in 2010, in a celebratory season of three of his works.
Laugh the Buffalo offers the chance to see him fresh from his success in Grahamstown with two of his earlier works, Hoss (for Ubom!) and Crazy in Love (for Conspiracy of Clowns). Laugh promises his characteristic combination of visual comedy and political satire to create a stimulating and explosive theatre experience. Lara Foot, CEO of the Baxter, said: "Andrew is one of South Africa's most exciting, pioneering and breathtaking theatre-makers who is not afraid to take risks and push boundaries."
For more than 30 years, Buckland has been at the forefront of theatre development. His original plays have won 20 national and international theatre awards and he has, since 1980, lectured in the drama department at Rhodes University Matinee tickets are R100, Tuesday to Thursday R130. Call 0861 915 8000. ANDREW BUCKLAND
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