BY FIONA MOTSA
MBABANE – The opportunity to apply for performing on one of the biggest festival in the Kingdom of Eswatini is now open.
This is according to the festival’s Creative Director, Jiggs Thorne, who released the statement yesterday on his social media platform, Facebook.
MTN Bushfire international festival of the arts will be held on May 26 to May 28, 2023 and the deadline for applications will be on January 15, 2023.
The festival invites live performers of the highest calibre. It also includes artists who have the passion for creative expression while promoting social responsibility and inclusion to send in their applications.
MTN Bushfire looks for a diversity of musical styles and genres for the 16th edition of the internationally acclaimed festival.
Every year features an eclectic mix of world music, African music, traditional sounds and cultural music styles from across the globe; electro, Afro pop, Jazz, folk, rock, Amapiano, house, and a range of other styles.
The festival also looks for performers for the various stages and platforms which host a wide range of entertainment, including dance showcases, art exhibitions and installations, theatre, poetry, storytelling, puppetry, film, and more.
This reporter conducted interviews with upcoming artists in Eswatini and this is what they had to say about applying.
Andile ‘DMSDD’ Simelane is a rapper and he said he would certainly try out his luck with applying for the big stage.
“I believe I my music is ready for the world. I have had enough time to gain confidence to perform in front of a larger crowd. Above everything I am excited about the prospects,” said Simelane.
Alfason Kinderson who is also a musician said he has always dreamed about being on the MTN Bushfire stage.
“I have been going to the festival for three years so that I learn what is required from me on stage performance. I have always dreamed about performing on festival’s stage. I wouldn’t mind being on any one of the stages as long as it is at the festival because I would gain experience from it. I will apply and I hope my music speaks for itself,” said Kinderson.
Pics source: MTN Bushfire Social Media
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