Matshidiso Taleng (
above), one of the most vibrant female bards in the Province, is still bristling with glee after performing with Kabomo this week.
“I was very inspired by Kabomo and felt very honoured to share the stage with him. Wow he is so talented”. Taleng disclosed that Rita Chihawa of Arts Amuse was the one who organized the show. “Rita called me and told me I will be performing at the Macufe Poetry.
“It was so exhilarating! I performed Pantsula guy, Plastic, I should have locked the door. most of the people looked touched at my pieces; even the MC addressed how the issue of rape should be addressed”.
Taleng said: “I usually enjoy performing on stage but this time around I felt so free, it was somewhat different. I may have been nervous initially, but as soon as I got on the stage I got into my act with brio!”
She reiterated that she enjoyed the show very much and was glad to be part of it. “The audience was attentive with a large number of people attending. What a night! It was really intimate and really awesome.
“I really am blessed this year in connection with my art, as I have been showcasing my burgeoning art at exalted occasions. I performed at the Vuka Festival, in Grahamstown, and now Macufe. I will also be performing at the Wordfest.”
The sassy lady pointed out that she holds the mammoth Macufe in high esteem. “For me Macufe is all about history in the making. I am glad that the future generations coming after me will know that I was a part of this great spectacle. I am also glad about the fact that doors are being opened for many local artists… and we must grasp the chance of filling these big gaps,”
And if Taleng could re-create her debut Macufe outing? “Honestly if I could do it again, wow I would do it in a heartbeat!” -
Letshego Moeng
