Powerful and transformative theatre production set to dazzle National Arts Festival this year, before touring to Scotland in August
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Join us in sharing a powerful true story of resilience and transformation across South Africa.
The acclaimed one-man play, Beggared in SA, is poised to embark on a significant tour, including performances at the National Arts Festival in Makhanda, which kicks off on June 30, as well as the Edinburgh Festival in Scotland later this August.To realise this vision, the production team is launching a fundraising campaign to support this tour for SA and Scotland.
A Story That Resonates
Beggared in SA offers a raw and darkly comic portrayal of a white South African man’s journey from privilege to homelessness, ultimately finding unexpected humanity in a township. Performed by the talented Sean Higgs and directed by Gideon de Wet, this true story challenges perceptions and highlights the resilience of the human spirit.
Gideon says: “The premise is based on a true story of a white South African man educated at a good school who was born in the sixties in south Africa. His life of privilege comes to an end one day and he ends up sleeping rough and using a begging board at a traffic light to survive. He moves into a township renting a shack for a small consideration and is at the traffic lights to this day. His racist indoctrination is challenged by the spirit of Ubuntu that exists in the township, and he learns that those with very little in material terms are far more accommodating of his humanity than the so-called privileged society from which he fell from grace.”
Your Support Can Make a Difference
Bringing this compelling narrative to diverse audiences requires substantial resources. Funds raised will cover travel expenses, accommodation, venue hire, marketing, and production costs. By contributing, you become an integral part of sharing a story that fosters empathy and understanding across societal divides.
Upcoming Performances
● National Arts Festival, Makhanda (30 June until 3 July 2025): As one of the largest arts festivals in Africa, this event offers a prestigious stage for the play to engage with a broad spectrum of theatre enthusiasts. Book your tickets here: https://tickets.nationalartsfestival.co.za/en/events/992/beggared-in-sa
● Edinburgh Festival (1-23 August 2025): The production will be showcased at The Bowlers Rest, every Thursday, Friday and Saturday for the duration of the festival.
Join Us on This Journey
We invite individuals, organisations, and businesses to support this tour. Every contribution brings us closer to sharing this impactful story nationwide.
How to Contribute
Donations can be made through our official fundraising platform. For more information and to contribute, please visit www.beggaredinsa.co.za/support.
About the Production Team
Beggared in SA is brought to life by a dedicated team passionate about storytelling that challenges and inspires. Actor Sean Higgs delivers a transformative performance, while director Gideon de Wet brings years of experience and insight to the production.
“From privilege to the pavement – one man’s journey through South Africa’s hidden truths.”
• “A powerful true story of loss, resilience, and Ubuntu. Help bring it to the stage!”
• “What if the people you feared showed you the most humanity? Help share this eye-opening story.”
• “A man falls from privilege to homelessness—but finds hope where he least expected. Support Beggared in S.A.”
Join Us in Making This Tour a Reality
Together, we can bring Beggared in SA to stages across South Africa, sparking conversations and touching hearts nationwide.
Follow this journey via the following platforms:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571455144108
Website: https://beggaredinsa.co.za/
Go Fund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/beggared?attribution_id=sl:7cf23c8e-69a0-4f17-a066-4224eacddbb2
Dj Chilu 
Diana Kinyanjui 
