#OFMArtBeat - The Virtual National Arts Festival is underway

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I talk to the CEO of the National Arts Festival, Monica Newton about the festival in general – what has it been like to completely redesign a festival and make room for it online?
The Virtual National Arts Festival (vNAF) will be entirely viewed through the portal of the newly redesigned www.nationalartsfestival.co.za website, with a daily programme of shows presented.
What can people expect when visiting the Virtual National Arts Festival?
What are some of the programme highlights that stand out for you?

2 Jul 2020 English South Africa Performing Arts · Visual Arts

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