“Rob van Vuuren is Rob van Vuuren”
Join this legendary director / producer / playwright / actor / comedian / MC extraordinaire as he takes you for a ride through unforgiving behind-the-scenes experiences in this sidesplitting one-man tragicomedy-autobiography of an enigmatic and over-talented South African performer. Starring Rob van Vuuren, in a show all about Rob van Vuuren, written and directed by Rob van Vuuren.
Rob tears down the fourth wall and invites the audience on a whirlwind tour of his life as an actor. The tales are disarming, honest and self-deprecating and delve into the fascinating psyche of one of South Africa’s busiest entertainers.
Rob van Vuuren is Rob van Vuuren was nominated for best one-man comedy at the 2008 South African Comedy Awards, and won the Nando’s Best Comic Performance by an Actor at Grahamstown 2008, where he produced and directed 13 shows – whilst starring in 3 of them!
What the Critics have said:
“Comic Genius” Mail & Guardian
“…creative, energetic, passionate and comical… a bizarre collection of tales that leaves you giggling and marvelling at his perseverance and dedication throughout it all.” 24.com
“…relaxed, low key, engaging and very, very funny… a dynamic and winning storyteller… hilarious and touching… improvisational genius… warm, real, engaging and hysterically funny.” Natal Witness
“If Comedy had a God, Van Vuuren would be it” Cue
“That last one’s a bit much.” Rob van Vuuren
Rob is also famed for his ever-popular television personality including roles such as the hilarious “Twakkie” in The Most Amazing Show on SABC2 (also co-written and produced by Rob), and the unforgettable co-host of Crazy Games. His most recent accolade is a record-breaking win of the hugely popular TV show Strictly Come Dancing.
“Strictly Rob & Mary”
With a record-breaking win of the hugely popular TV show Strictly Come Dancing, reigning SA champions Mary Martin and Rob van Vuuren present a stellar behind-the-scenes account of their rise to the top. Join this hilarious and touching journey of how Rob learnt to love dancing, how Mary learnt to cope with a comedian in high-heel dancing shoes, and how together they conquered the hearts of South African TV audiences – and the dance floor! Launching at the Hilton Arts Festival in Kwazulu-Natal this September.
No stranger to the limelight, Rob van Vuuren is arguably South Africa’s busiest performer and somewhat of an enigma with his multi-talented, unrivalled theatre experience. Making the most of his abilities as a director, producer, playwright & actor extraordinaire whilst harnessing his newfound passion for dancing, Rob has transformed his stage presence to create this breakthrough production and share his unique brand of story telling that electrifies the audience through clever and courageous comedy.
Mary Martin is one of the greatest dancing talents in South Africa. Boasting an explosive showdance track record, including representing South Africa at the World Championships and in numerous international competitions in Netherlands, UK, Austria, Malaysia and China, Mary is currently the undefeated South African professional Latin-American showdance champion. She continues to wow audiences at countless big events, such as the FIFA 2010 World Cup launch ceremony in Germany, the Rand Show Festival, PSL Awards, SAMA’s and many more. She has blitzed the Strictly Come Dancing stage for 4 out 5 seasons to massive acclaim and this estimable win together with Rob van Vuuren has readied them both to astound live audiences throughout SA with Strictly Rob & Mary.