A day in the life at the University of Pretoria. 12 November 1977

12 November 1977: Jolly Oscar evening. On this “Day in the life of the University of Pretoria” South Africa’s best actors, actresses, directors and cameramen, watched the local films that were shown at the recent Cannes festival. The evening was a glamorous fundraising event where, SA’s film makers and stars where recognized.

Perdeby, 30 September 1977 © University of Pretoria Archives

Tukkie’s Rag committee convenor, Willem Coetzer initiated this South African first (see article above). The event was marketed and financed by the daily newspaper Rapport, while UP’s Rag queen handed over the prizes. Students and staff could attend the function, held at the Kine centre in Johannesburg, by paying a R5 entrance fee.

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