John Kani, a renowned actor and playwright, views theater as a vital tool for resistance against oppression, particularly during apartheid. His play 'Kunene and the King', premiering in the U.S., explores the complex relationship between a Black nurse and a White actor, highlighting themes of reconciliation and cultural understanding. Kani expresses his frustrations regarding societal issues and reflects on his art's role in promoting peaceful coexistence. With a career spanning over 50 years, he emphasizes storytelling as a means of fighting for freedom, utilizing the stage to confront difficult historical narratives.
I am a freedom fighter. I just didn't take the AK-47; I took the pen. I took my stories. And I was conscious of the fact that I am fighting the war of liberation.
I get angry sometimes. I get angry with what's going on in my own country. I get angry with what's going on the continent and internationally.
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