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Right On Cue: Episode Seven !!

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Welcome to Episode 7 of Right on Cue, your backstage pass to the boldest and most beautiful moments at the National Arts Festival in Makhanda!
In this jam-packed episode: We kick off our multi-day feature on the National Youth Jazz Festival, with saxophone vibes and a sit-down with director Allen Webster. Step into the mind-bending world of magician Brendon Peel, whose journey began right here at the festival. Dive into the ancestral sounds and spirituality of Ithongo Malibuye: Echoes of Embo with artist insights shared by
Asithandile Mayongo. Discover Africa’s sonic archive through a visit to ILAM’s pop-up DJ session, where music and memory meet. Join us for a tale rooted in tradition in Ubuyile uNono a powerful story passed down through generations. And in our Festival Face-Off: Village Green vs Church Square where Mila and Tshepiso battle it out for the best festival hangout spot!
Cooked and dished by Lalelisile Mncwabe and Presented by the Mila Madlingozi
2 Jul 2025 1AM English South Africa Arts · Education

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