Elephants In The Room
The Cast & Crew
Our crew spent a lot of time working hard to put this project together. In many ways this story is a dramatic culmination of some of the experiences we have had within our family. We would like to thank the amazing cast and crew who worked tirelessly to help us put this together.
Slindile Mgomezulu
Director
Slindile Mngomezulu was born in KZN and grew up in Mseleni Children's Home. She became a Christian during her teenage life. Since she was young, she always enjoyed plays because she believed that one day she was going to become one of the best producers and directors. She also dreams of becoming an actor and writing African stories. Her experience of her past life has made her realise that there are so many stories she can write about. She really enjoys working with people and making them laugh. She leaves a mark of happiness wherever she goes. One of her dreams is to motivate people living with disabilities like her that anything is possible in life if you don't let your disability get in the way of doing something great.
Yolanda Siduka
Producer
Yolanda Siduka was born and bred in Cape Town, South Africa. She has had an interest in the arts and television space since she was a little girl. During her school years she initially thought she would study a course in the engineering or chemistry field, even though she always knew she was really passionate about the arts. The sudden shift in careers happened when she first discovered AFDA and she immediately knew that that’s what she wanted to do. She moved to Johannesburg in the 1st year of her studies because she was craving a change of scenery, however the perks of being a coastal bred girl got to her and she quickly made her way back to the mother city after completing her 1st year. Her aim for the coming years and future is to grow immensely within the arts space, through working and learning from individuals in the motion picture industry.
Nomi Mzamane
Actress- Played Christina
“I am experienced as a Producer, Scriptwriter, Actor, Presenter, Voice over, Editor and Singer. I have produced feature films in South Africa and Nigeria, short films and a Reality online talk show that I'm presenting on Facebook.”
Thulani Nzozo
Actor- Played Gabriel
From a young age, Thulani Nzonzo has been enamoured with performance and creation. Born and bred in Zimbabwe, he performed in a number of local film and theatre and productions, working with such organizations as the British Council, The Harare International Festival of the Arts, The Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation and UNICEF. His talents, commitment and dedication led to his participation in the World Championships of Performing Arts, in 2017, resulting in semi-final placement, five medals and a scholarship to the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts. His passion for African performing arts and storytelling kept him rooted in the continent, choosing to study at AFDA Cape Town and develop his skills within the community. He aims to take his career to international heights, spreading the passion, creativity and originality that all African performers share across the globe."
Layla Domingo
Actress- Played Nakiaah
Layla Domingo Is a South African actress who has performed in various underground projects. She is currently completing her post-graduate in Live Performance. The latest production she’ll appear in is a pilot episode for a series titled Elephants in the Room. Her hobbies include writing poetry and being a plant mom.
Kuhle Melaphi
Actress- Played Ayanda
Kuhle Melaphi is a talented South African actress based in Cape Town.
Rooney Tafadzwa
Actor- Played Gabriel
Clifford Zorro Sidloyi
Actor- Played Tapiwa
Zorro Sidloyi is an actor, known for The Brothers Grimsby in 2016, acting in Son of Man in 2006 and Amaza in 2014.
Nicole Jonker
Production Designer
Nicole Jonker is a 24 year old Production Designer born in Gauteng but currently living in Cape Town. She said, “When I left school I took a gap year as I had no idea what I wanted my life to become. I found out about AFDA and in my first year taking a whole bunch of different subjects made me realise how much I love working with my hands and graphing new ideas that challenge and build my skill set.”
Khanyiso Dili
Sound Engineer
Khanyiso Dili is young Sound Designer currently studying at AFDA. He says; “You know music and sound design can be very powerful with how you use it but also the absence of sound can say a lot as well.anything audible can be manipulated if recorded, and just knowing that is enough to keep me busy for a lifetime, for me that wouldn't be a bad life to live”
Steven Ndekwe
Vision Mixer