SS Mendi: Dancing the Death Drill :

SS Mendi: Dancing the Death Drill :

Inspired by Fred Khumalo's historical novel, SS Mendi: Dancing the Death Drill stages the maritime disaster of 1917, in which 646 South African men perished after a collision in the English Channel.

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Other Authors:	Dyasi, Thobile Jim (Actor), Ellis, Jack (Actor), Datyi, Nombongo Wendy (Actor), Gantana, Zamile Christopher (Actor), Louw, Nontsusa (Actor), Mdayi, Nolubabalo (Actor), Mpotsha, Zoleka (Actor), Mzembe, Thandolwethu (Actor), Nkwinti, Nonkululeko (Actor), Ntshata, Sonwabo George (Actor), Rolomana, Cikizwa (Actor), Sotayisi, Masakana Cecil (Actor), Tikolo, Ayanda Siyabonga (Actor), Toyi, Somila (Actor), Khumalo, Fred (writer), Obisesan, Gbolahan (writer), Dornford-May, Mark (Director)
Format:	Electronic Video
Language:	English
Published:	[Place of publication not identified] : Isango Ensemble, 2018
Subjects:	Race in literature Race in the theater Conflict (Psychology) in literature Courage Heroes Drama
Online Access:	View this video online

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Summary:	Inspired by Fred Khumalo's historical novel, SS Mendi: Dancing the Death Drill stages the maritime disaster of 1917, in which 646 South African men perished after a collision in the English Channel.
Physical Description:	1 online resource (1 video file (87 min.)): sound, color
Production Credits:	Writer, Khumalo, Fred ; Adapter, Obisesan, Gbolahan ; Director, Dornford-May, Mark ; Music Director, Dyantyis, Mandisi ; Choreographer, Ngamlana, Lungelo Jerome ; Lighting Designer, Manim, Manuel.
Access:	Not available for commercial use, sale, or reproduction.