Talent scouted in Rand West City for upcoming drama series
More than 100 people pitched up for auditions in Westonaria with the hope to be selected as the few to feature in the upcoming telenovela drama series named Lilanga.
Aspiring actors from different parts of Westonaria and Randfontein had the opportunity to showcase their talent during auditions held at the AFM Church in Westonaria on June 10.
More than 100 people attended the event with the hope to impress with their acting skills.
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Speaking to the Randfontein Herald in an interview, Thabo Dlamini said the auditions were hosted by the Westonaria NPO Langwenya Empowerment Foundation in partnership with uBuhle Be Africa Art Production, a film production company.
We hosted auditions for our first-time telenovela drama series named Lilanga. I think the auditions went well and we cast more than 100 talented people.
“Out of this number, we were able to unearth 23 excellent actors, 20 good actors, and 19 average actors that we can work with within this upcoming telenovela drama.
“We really found the talent we were looking for and we honestly didn’t expect such an amazing turnout,” said Thabo, who added the auditions attracted people from the neighbouring areas such as Carletonville, as well different parts of Johannesburg.
Asked when the locals can be spotted on our TV screens, Thabo said they will start filming at the end of June. The first episode should air at the beginning of July.
