Directed by Gideon De Wet, Sean Higgs performs Beggared In SA at The Black Power Station.

Imagine losing everything. Not just your job, your home, or your money—but your very sense of who you are. That’s the reality of Beggared in SA, a powerful, one-man play based on a true story that will grip your heart, challenge your perceptions, make you laugh out loud, and leave you changed. Sean Higgs brings multiple characters to life in a gripping solo performance that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

A privileged white South African man, raised in comfort during the 1960s, suddenly finds himself homeless, begging at a Robot (traffic light). He’s forced to confront not just his desperation but the deep-seated beliefs he grew up with.

Moving into a township shack, he discovers the true meaning of Ubuntu—humanity. This is a raw, real and deeply human production that reflects on society’s harsh truths and unexpected kindness. Yes, you’ll laugh—a lot. Even in the darkest moments, humor shines through. The absurdity of survival, the wit of resilience, and the hilarity of human nature make this journey as entertaining as it is moving.

It challenges your perspective. Can losing everything be the only way to truly gain? This show is urgent and relevant. In a world still divided by class, race, and privilege, Beggared in SA forces us to ask: Who do we become when we have nothing?

Come and witness a story of survival, transformation, and the unexpected generosity of those who have the least.

It’s serious. It’s hilarious. It’s unforgettable.

Beggared in SA isn’t just a play—it’s an experience. Don’t miss it.

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