By Ellie Hunja | Fundraising Coordinator, USA
Last spring, we introduced you to an exciting project called Kids Theatre in Klapmuts, Cape Town. We are excited to share that they applied for a monthly grant from CHOSA, and were approved! They've had an incredible year, and we're sharing some update below:
At Kids Theatre, the program's 20 participants explore music, drama, singing, writing, and theatre, and they help create their own productions by writing and choreographing pieces based on their lives and South Africa’s culture. They’ve performed in small theatres across the Cape and shared their stories and talents with wider audiences.
Last May, the participants performed at Cape Town’s annual Shakespeare Festival, where they presented their own version of The Taming of the Shrew. They received great feedback, and the experience marked a big step in their growth. Leading up to the festival, some of the participants also did radio and TV interviews, which boosted visibility and helped build new connections with local schools.
They also expanded into digital storytelling by creating a new web series. They started filming the pilot last June, and the kids learned new skills in acting, production, and storytelling. The series focuses on mental health and gives them a space to talk about real-life challenges. With support from local businesses and community members, they produced a trailer and hosted a public premiere for the community.
The kids also stepped into leadership roles. Two participants represented the program at a child safety initiative and spoke about issues affecting their communities. To close out 2025, the group hosted a community fundraiser and raised R11,370 to support the program!
Overall, Kids Theatre continues to give young people in Klapmuts a space to build confidence, develop skills, and use their voices through the arts.
Thank you for supporting CHOSA! Your donations allow us to stand alongside projects like Kids Theatre, giving them the resources and capacity-building they need to grow, develop, and continue their incredible work.
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