Siphenathi Siqwayi
Full Name
Siphenathi Siqwayi
First Name
Siphenathi
Surname
Siqwayi
Research Role
Creative
Professional Job
Theatre-maker
Performer
Biography
Siphenathi Siqwayi was born and bred in Eastern Cape. He started acting in 2009 when he joined the local organisation called Mayibuye Developmental agency inspired by the big names in the industry. He performed in a few productions: ‘Zinxananazile’ and ‘The Journey’ by Bulelani Mabutyane; ‘This day 6 years ago’ by Avela Gigi; ‘Long walk to Freedom’ by Mkhuseli Richard Tafane etc. He also performed in many big theatres in Cape Town and Johannesburg. In 2014, he did Public Relations Management at CPUT and further went on to do technical support in IT at On the Ball College. His dream is to be a theatre-maker, arts facilitator and an innovator so that he can give back to the community he grew up in.
Nationality
South African
Experience Level
Magnet Trainee
Award(s)
2022 Fleur du Cap Award for the category "Best New Director"
