Arts and Entertainment

Amilcar Xayiya @melkardascribe   Once viewed as a niche hobby confined to the bedroom screens of anime enthusiasts, anime is evolving into a vibrant social culture at the North West University (NWU) Potchefstroom campus.   No longer something that students just watch, anime has become a social experience driven by communities like the NWU Potch Anime Club and their consistent events such as screenings, trivia nights and game nights.   […]

Maruné Nel @muisnel14   On 21 April 2026, the North-West University (NWU) Potchefstroom Campus hosted Gwijo as a formal event. What had long been a spontaneous, organic expression of culture at the NWU was given a chance to shine in its own light at the Amphitheatre - and shine it did.   But first, what exactly is Gwijo?   Gwijo is a form of call-and-response singing deeply rooted in South […]

 Nathan Arnold   Louder Than Words, a dance routine, plucked the audience’s heartstrings as they moved through a storyline of relatable personal struggle and consequent triumph. The event hosted in Totius Hall followed a narrative structure. There were two narrators who gave a little background before their message was acted out in movement by a cast of talented dancers.   The cast laid the groundwork for a sombre theme by […]

Mhlengi Khumalo @into.mbiyakwakhumalo   Red Bull Symphonic South Africa is returning in 2026, offering a ground-breaking collision between modern urban rhythms and the grandeur of a full-scale symphonic orchestra. While past editions featured legends like Kelvin Momo and Kabza De Small, this year’s ‘You Conduct’ theme puts the creative power directly into the hands of the audience. Through the ‘Be The Maestro’ activation, students and music lovers are invited to […]

James Klusener@jamesklusener   North-West University (NWU) is no stranger to gossip and confessions. The @nwu.confessions Instagram page currently has over 18 100 followers – suffice it to say, it attracts a lot of attention. If you look at their page and others like it, you’ll find a wide variety of confessions, ranging from abusive situations to conversations about sex and breakups. It can feel stomach-churning, but it is often exaggerated.   One […]

Maruné Nel  @muisnel14   During a CNN and Variety collaboration featured on Variety & CNN Town Hall on 24 February 2026, the actor and public figure in performing arts, Timothée Chalamet, sat down with Matthew McConaughey, also a renowned individual in the film industry. In their conversation-style interview, Timothée made what turned into an extremely controversial statement about the performing arts, especially ballet and opera.   “I don't want to […]

Amari Maré & Nathan Arnold @amari.mare Translations follows   Van motorfietsryers tot alle soorte katte en wildtuindiere, Bingle Serenade het alles gehad. Die verhoog was lewendig met verskillende slepe en hul interpretasie van ’n beroemde toneelstuk. Nie net het hul voete gedans nie, maar hul stemme was ’n swewende melodie wat die gehoor betower het.   Bingle Serenade (Bingle Sêr) is ’n jaarlikse gebeurtenis waar mededingende slepe optredes, sang en […]

Tumelo Mogale @mogale.__   The North-West University (NWU) choir, conducted by Kobus Venter, has captivated audiences once again with their latest ten-track album, Resonans. This has marked a new creative chapter for choral music on campus.   The NWU choir, known for its rich harmonies and dynamic performances, has long been a cultural cornerstone on campus. It has brought students together through their shared love for choral music. Over the […]

Hardus Kruger  @harduskruger   Na onmeetbare voorbereiding staan jy daar, die gordyne toegetrek voor jou oë. ’n Vreemde deuntjie speel, en kort daarna hoor jy die stemme van mense in jou produksie. Jou hart klop uit jou bors terwyl die eerstejaar langs jou nog sy plek probeer vind. Stofwolke sak voor jou neer. Die gordyne verdwyn voor jou oë. Skare en ligte verdoof en verblind jou. Jy is ’n deelnemer […]