Press Release
Switch: Exploring the different paths of the same passion
TX: Monday, 15 September 2014 at 6PM on eKasi + channel 105 on OpenView HD
Switch is a brand new South African talent based show that explores the differing world of artists. Two artists from different backgrounds are paired together and given two weeks to absorb each other’s genres, discover the differences and uncover the similarities with what they already know. They then have to create new artwork or performance. The show premieres on eKasi + channel 105, on Monday 15 September at 6PM on OpenView HD.
Artists featured range from chefs, designers, writers, actors, dancers, musicians to poets. The typical show format is a collaboration between a young, upcoming artist and a veteran artist to share wisdom and ideas to ensure that the artists learn from each other.
Diary-style interviews with the artists let them talk candidly about the process, what they are learning and about each other. The show will be presented in various languages such as isiXhosa, isiZulu and English to represent the diversity of our country.
Upcoming episodes
15 September 2014: Episode 1 - Sculptor (Nqobi Temba) and Special effects make-up artist (Albertina Lethole)
The work of the special effects make-up artist, Albertina Lethole.
22 September 2014: Episode 2 – (Tapiwa Musvosvi) and Drag Artist (Veon Wentzel)
29 September 2014: Episode 3 – Rock drummer (Auriel van Zyl) and Traditional Drummer (Motshepe Kwagane)