Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email.Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email.The Brothers, Number One and a Weekend Special sports a strong cast, with the main characters Uncle , Tim Bell and the lawyer , standing out. Photo by Suzy Bernstein.
It is a must watch for political junkies — as it unfolds, it feels like playing a South African current affairs version of 30 Seconds with yourself. Who’s that character based on? Is it Essop Pahad? No, that’s Mac Maharaj! And that can’t be Lakela Kaunda? No, stupid, that’s Ranjeni Munusamy. But, like any good drama, tension builds towards the end. Behind the door on the stage, there is Number One. We never see him — but are always aware of his menacing, lingering presence.