
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY PIETER TOERIEN PRODUCTIONS. People of Note is broadcast on Sunday evening at 6 pm on Fine Music Radio with a repeat on Thusday afternoon at 1 pm, presented by Rodney Trudgeon. Says Rodney: “There are a number of fascinating people who pass through Cape Town and I’ve always felt there to be a need for a programme that allows an in-depth discussion with these personalities. Whet... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 150 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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Cape Town Opera has recently appointed a Librettist-in-Residence to help their new project called Staging Stories, an incubator for new South African Opera. ALAN OLEJNICZAK is based in San Francisco, although he has numerous Artist in Residence aroun... more
In People of Note this week, a look behind the scenes at a theatre, where so much magic happens. Rodney Trudgeon’s guest will be set designer DENIS HUTCHINSON who has worked on shows ranging from experimental theatre via contemporary dance and musica... more
A fun musical has just opened at the Arena theatre called Something Rotten and it is being presented by the Waterfront Theatre School. In People of Note this week, Rodney Trudgeon spoke to the founder and director of the Waterfront Theatre School, De... more
Rodney Trudgeon’s guest on People of Note this week is the young, dynamic violinist Miclen LaiPang who has established himself as one of the most compelling and versatile artists of his generation. He stunned Cape Town audiences recently with his per... more
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A thoughtful, arts-forward interview show that spends substantial time with leading figures across music, theatre, dance, opera and beyond. Episodes commonly feature discussions about career trajectories, creative processes, education and mentorship, and the role of performance in culture, often weaving in personal anecdotes and behind-the-scenes insights. A standout aspect is the show's ability to balance technical detail with accessible storytelling, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy deep dives into craft as well as broader cultural context. Notable is the program's track record of high-profile guests and a consistent emphasis on education, community impact, and the South African arts ecosystem, which can be valuable for listener... more
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Recent guests on People of Note include:
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7. Nicholas Chalmers
8. Jonathan Pike
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