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We are Low Altitude, a South African literary magazine dedicated to celebrating the exceptional talent of South African creatives. Our mission is to showcase the voices, stories, and visions of local artists, photographers, writers, poets, and a wide range of creatives who bring fresh perspectives and powerful narratives to life.
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volume five
the interview
THE ARCHIVE
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Artscape Theatre presents Please, don’t call me moffie, a thought-provoking and powerful one-man performance exploring toxic masculinity, mental health, and queerphobia, showcasing this June 2026.
The narrative explores the lives of five Cape Coloured men in their late 20s as they reflect on identity and belonging in Cape Town, South Africa. After a viral video of a brutal homophobic attack in an unnamed country shocks them, they are forced to confront their pasts and present realities.
Venue: Artscape Arena Theatre
Age restriction: No under 16s
Content warning: Language, violence, and nudity
Duration: 50 minutes, no interval
Performance dates and times:
Tuesday, 2 June 2026 — 19:00
Wednesday, 3 June 2026 — 19:00
Thursday, 4 June 2026 — 19:00
Friday, 5 June 2026 — 15:00 and 19:00
Saturday, 6 June 2026 — 14:00 and 18:00
