Ms Noxolo Dlamini, UP alumnus and star of Netflix’s 'Jiva!' series; Prof David Medalie, Director of UP’s Creative Writing Unit; Mr James Ngcobo, Artistic Director, Joburg City Theatres; and Ms Allison Triegaardt, Manager, Netflix Grow Creative Africa will be in conversation with journalist and strategic communications practitioner Ms Sebenzile Nkambule.  

During this discussion you will gain insight into:

• Current and future trends in global and African storytelling;
• The effect that new media (such as streaming platforms) and technology (immersive technology and AI) are having on the creative industry;
• How audience viewing patterns are changing; and
• The challenge of achieving commercial success and delivering compelling storytelling across platforms, from television to books to the stage.