The Bioscopes of District Six

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This podcast looks at the famous bioscopes of District Six, from the Avalon Bioscope to the National Bioscope. We will hear directly from the patrons of these bioscopes, who each in their own way, shared a bit about the quirks and character of their favourite bioscopes.

We have the Avalon Bioscope, the Banana Rama, the British Bioscope, the Empire, Mrs. Kaplan’s Two Penny Bioscope, the National Cinema and the Star Bioscope. Are we missing the bioscope that you enjoyed?

Guests: Fakier Jessa, Nathalie Kruger, Clifford Schoonraad, Aboubarker Brown and Noor Ebrahim
Story and narration: Lisa Hendricks
Featuring: Ayanda Mpono
Sound Engineer: Ivor Solomons
Music: Zolani Mfihlo

The oral history programme is funded by the Mellon Foundation.

17 Apr 2023 English South Africa History · Documentary

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