Welcome
Dramabuzz Senior is delighted to announce that its 2023 production will be Pygmalion. We hope that this witty and brilliant play by George Bernard Shaw will delight and entertain you.
This satirical and hilarious play by George Bernard Shaw does not distract from its didactic nature. The story is set in London in the early 1900s. Though the name might not be familiar to you, the musical version of the show - My Fair Lady - has long stood as a beloved classic.
About the Play
Pygmalion is a romance in five parts by George Bernard Shaw, produced in German in 1913 in Vienna. It was performed in England in 1914, with Mrs. Patrick Campbell as Eliza Doolittle. The play is a humane comedy about love and the English class system.
Henry Higgins, a phonetician, accepts a bet that simply by changing the speech of a Cockney flower seller he will be able, in six months, to pass her off as a duchess. Eliza undergoes grueling training. When she successfully “passes” in high society—having in the process become a lovely young woman of sensitivity and taste—Eliza realises that Higgins does not see her, but only what he has created. Coming to see that Higgins will never change and now being equipped to handle herself, Eliza confronts Higgins about her situation and questions what she is going to do next. Higgins is hurt by the encounter and the two part non-amiably. The next day, the two come to a head again as Higgins attempts to convince Eliza to return to the way things were during the experiment.
The Cast

Francois Venter
Prof. Henry Higgins
Character SynopsisFrancois is a dynamic and invested person who seeks to do the best with everything he finds to do. Currently studying a BCom Project Management through Stadio University with the intention to re-enter the workforce as a PMP certified project manager or Estimator. His admiration for classic arts and a passion for excellence has lead him to interact with the stage in 7 junior drama production as main characters as well as 3 performances with professional dance companies. Francois relishes an opportunity to study a book, read his Bible, master a new guitar song, lift weights in the gym, go to a Ju-Jitsu class, and converse with friends & family.

Gwynneth Thomas
Eliza Doolittle
Character SynopsisMy name is Gwynneth and I am 18 years old. I started doing drama at the age of 12 and they haven't been able to pull me off the stage since. Career- wise i look forward to being able to learn as much as i can about the world of writing and performance once i have matriculated. In the meantime i am using my spare time to indulge in my passions such as; Acting , singing, writing and dancing. If not then you'll probably find me with my nose buried in a good book.

Arno van den Bergh
Colonel Pickering
Character SynopsisArno is excited to be returning to the stage, 9 years after acting in Around the World in 80 days. Drama has played a huge role in his life, helping with confidence, creativity and public speaking. He is grateful to be saved by faith in Christ and His work on the cross. Though Colonel Pickering does not express many opinions in the play, Arno believes that the character of Pickering is very well matched to that of his own disposition. He also enjoys flirting with his wife on stage.

Joshua Britz
Alfred Doolittle
Character SynopsisJoshua is adventurer at heart with a passion for the outdoors - especially climbing, hiking, running, and caving. By day he works as a web developer and by night he sleeps (duh). When he get’s the chance, he enjoys reading fantasy or theology, cooking, making coffee, and singing. He has been doing drama since the tender age of 11 (although his mother might argue that he’s been doing it far longer than that).

Andrew Clark
Freddy Eynsford-Hill
Character SynopsisAndrew is 19 years and this is his first time doing drama. He is currently studying sport science at Tuks which is a result for his love for sport, but to be more specifically, cricket. He will also play golf at any given opportunity. Even with his love for sport Andrew does enjoy taking part in new activities that aren’t related with sport. This is how he found an interest in some cultural activities such as choir, and is why you find him here in dramabuzz senior.

Danita van den Bergh
Mrs. Pearce/Bystander
Character SynopsisThis is Danita's first venture into acting, other than playing a mermaid at her nursery school and Mary in a nativity scene at her primary school. The whole process is exciting but also intimidating. She loves My Fair Lady and cannot wait for you all to enjoy our production of Pygmalion.

Talitha Komen
Mrs. Eynsford-Hill
Character SynopsisTalitha is 25 and joined drama bus junior at 12 and did 3 plays with them, this year she decided to get involved with Pygmalion and is excited to be involved. She studied at the SA school of weddings and has a passion for decorating at events and for holiday season, Talitha also has a passion for kids and went to Aupair in America. Her hobbies are painting, baking, beading and a variety of other crafts. She also has her own business Tally's Creations for making all sorts of crafts.

Clara Qualls
Clara Eynsford-Hill
Character SynopsisClara will be 19 in May. She is passionate about art and is taking online courses to become a children’s book illustrator and writer. In her spare time, she likes to read fantasy or regency books, anything by J.R.R Tolkien or Jane Austen. She also loves being outside and hiking. Drama is another recently acquired passion. She was in Drama Buzz Jr for two productions. She loved learning how to act and making backdrops. Clara is very excited to play the role of her name's sake Miss. Clara Eynsford Hill.

Rebecca Britz
Mrs. Higgins
Character SynopsisRebecca Britz is playing in her 13th Drama Buzz production. She has been acting since the ripe age of 8 and is now a master of the art. She is not as old as Mrs. Higgins, but she is just as fun. And although she has the patience of a saint, she is not afraid to use a book to put you back in place.

Andrea Venter
Parlour maid
Andrea is 23 and has been helping backstage for Dramabuzz Junior since she was 14. This year she is the director of sets, props and costumes for Dramabuzz Senior and she is very excited for this year's production of Pygmalion! She studied Interior Decorating at the Blackford Institute of Design and has used her knowledge and expertise to help with set dressing. In her free time, Andrea likes to play piano, crochet and making glycerine soap.

Tyler Komen
Sarcastic Bystander
I am very passionate about drama. I have completed 2 degrees in performance arts, one in teaching and one in performing. I love creating from culinary delights, artworks and writing to producing. I write scripts and books and I one day hope to travel the world teaching and performing. Honesty is my core value. After Pygmalion I plan to direct a whole lot more. World here I come! "Set your goals high, and don't stop till you get there" - Bo Jackson
The Directors
No show comes together on its own. Months of planning and admin work go into choosing a play, setting up practices, hosting auditions, and putting everything together. This is the responsibility of our directors.

Tyler Komen
Blocking and Staging

Andrea Venter
Costumes and Sets

Joshua Britz
Production and Admin
The Production Team
In putting a show together, the production team is vitally important. From design to implementation, the production team helps to make the vision of the directors a reality and the world of the actors real.
