Winnie Mandela opera to premiere in South Africa
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An opera about the life of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, the ex-wife of former South African president Nelson Mandela is to premiere in Pretoria next year, it has been announced.
The lyrics will combine English and Xhosa and the opera will feature a 60-piece orchestra performing western and traditional African music.
It is believed to be the first opera fully composed and orchestrated in the country.
The cast will be revealed in January.
The opera is due to premiere at the State Theatre in Pretoria on 28 April. READ MORE
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