Playright Aldo Brincat is that first-generation South African of Mauritian, Egyptian and Maltese heritage. Born in mid-60’s South Africa, Brincat, along with his family, find their maturing years playing out against the backdrop of a country in turmoil.

Aldo Brincat’s award winning hit, The Moon Looks Delicious From Here, is a 70 minute, largely autobiographical solo performance, which is driven by a loving father and son relationship – each from different eras and motherlands. Here, Brincat plays an array of characters in and around a fragile young nuclear family –  some foreign, some local – all of whom are finding or losing themselves in the ever-changing political landscape that is South Africa. Language, religion, ambition, sexuality, and political leanings are brought into sharp focus as our two lead characters fight off ‘otherness’, while attempting to assert themselves into a volatile new country. Key moments in their lives are juxtaposed against powerful developments in South Africa’s history during the 70s and 80s and, as the effects of apartheid (and its homophobic policies) begin to reach boiling point, family ties threaten to tear apart.

The Moon Looks Delicious From Here is universal in its theme, particularly at this time when the intersectional knock-on effects of migrancy, sexuality, heritage and identity are brought increasingly into our consciousness.

Written and performed by the international multi award winning interdisciplinary artist, Aldo Brincat, and directed by Sjaka September, with music by the multi award winning international composer, performer and producer,  Bongiziwe Mabandla.

Details

Duration:

70 minutes

Recommended Age:

13 years – Adult

Recommended Grade:

Grade 10 – Grade 12

Language(s):

English (first language) / Afrikaans (second language) / Zulu (Additional Language/s)

Curriculum Connection:

Creative Arts, Dramatic Arts, Geography, History, Life Orientation/Life Skills, Life Sciences, Religion Studies, Visual Arts

Themes Covered:

Creativity, Discrimination, Gender roles, Identity, Intra/interpersonal conflicts, Life skills, Morality, Prejudice, Racism, Relationships, Religion, Self-image, Sexuality, Survival

Technical Requirements:

None

... an engaging, at times whimsical play, shot through with humour and a Mediterranean optimism within tragic circumstances. In the best tradition of Poor Theatre, it is also an important play in that it contributes to the tapestry of our shared history and trauma as The Moon Looks Delicious From Here invites us to reconjure our own memories and confront some difficult truths while doing so, and then be kind to the young person we were. That kindness matters, because in the ‘80s, there was very little of it going around. Steve Kretzmann - The Critter

Aldo’s mesmerising performance and compelling story makes for a wonderful hour in the theatre. He gently draws you into his world and characters, and makes you feel for them in a way that only excellent live theatre can. A true original, this story is authentic and endearing and moving in equal measure.

Tony Lankaster - CEO Riverside Studios, London

• Special Jury Award — Bitesize Theatre Festival, London, UK (2024)
• Standard Bank Silver Ovation Award — 50th National Arts Festival, Makhanda (2024)

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