THE WRITERS
The Creatives Behind The Work

FREDDY NYEZI
Was born and raised in the City of Cape Town. He is an aspiring performance-maker and multidisciplinary artist who expresses his creativity through poetry, acting and dancing. First introduced to drama by Assitej SA in his primary school years, he has fallen in love with the craft since. Blooming his dance career at a later time than the norm, Freddy has competed in both regional competitions as well as on a national scale and received a noteworthy number of medals. He has appeared in RIky Rick’s Sidlukotini music video, been a backup dancer for singer Rowlene Bosman and performed at the Artscape and Magnet Theatre, among others. He is currently pursuing a BA Theatre and Performance degree, specialising in Theatre-making, at the University of Cape Town.
“Every day it gets a little easier… But you gotta do it every day — that's the hard part. But it does get easier.”

Affinity
Affinity is a sad tale about a friendship with a sell-by-date.

Time, space and me
This poem revolves around the complexities one encounters when confronted with space and time.

Tell Me What I Am?
A short poem about the uncertainty we face in relationships, which could either be nurturing or destructive.

You Will Always Be My Never
About someone you shared a close connection with and even though you are not in each other’s lives anymore.

It's Always the Black Man
This poem tackles the blatant racism one can receive when being black.

New Eyes
A poem for in times of need when you'll find yourself on crossroads, shackling your precious shell. Trust your God, He'll get you through as

Bathroom
A poem about the insecurities we face when we are alone in the bathroom and are confronted by our nakedness.

Consistency
A poem revolving around the notion of what it truly means to be consistent in various and/or certain aspects of life.

The People VS The Racist
A short poem in support of the Black lives matter movement.








