Written & Performed by Shannon Hendry 

Music by VRMA Studios

Stage Managed by Mia Burger 

Originally created for a BAHons exam at Stellenbosch University Drama Department.

Shannon Hendry 

Shannon Hendry is a South African comedian, writer and performer. Currently doing her Masters at Stellenbosch University where she is researching South African comedians, performative political humour and nation-building. In 2021 she graduated from AFDA (Durban North) with an outstanding achievement award for the Higher Certificate in Performing Arts. Shannon completed her Bachelor of arts in Drama and Theatre Studies at Stellenbosch University in 2024. She continued to study at Stellenbosch, where she graduated in 2025 with cum laude for her BAHons in Drama and Theatre Studies with a specialization in Cabaret. Shannon’s past works include a physical theatre two-hander ÖH (Co-wrote and performed, in 2025 she was nominated for a Kanna for Best Upcoming Artist; 2023 she won Best Ensemble and Best use of Technical, she was also Nominated for Best Female Lead as well as Best Script at Première Teaterfees); Yellowtail (Written by Mila Sobolewski & Sonja Louw, Directed by Sonja Louw, in 2025 she won Best Supporting Actress at Première Teaterfees), What do you think the birds are doing? (Written and Directed by Cailyb Prinsloo); The Fogo In Mercura Maison (Co-wrote and directed by Shannon Hendry); Akrasia (Co-wrote and Stage managed, in 2026 she was nominated for a Kanna for Best Upcoming Artist), The Candidate (Written and directed by Dr André Greber), Hamlets (Directed by Nicole Holm), Veer (KKNK blitsteatre programme, created and performed alongside Merwe Van Gent and Chrizelle Strydom). 

VRMA Studios

Venture Recording and Music Academy (VRMA) was founded by the Venter family and officially opened on 1 February 2026 in Plein Street, Stellenbosch. At the heart of VRMA are two passionate artists who dreamed of creating a dedicated creative space in Stellenbosch - a city with deep roots in culture, education, and the arts. VRMA is more than a recording studio. It is a creative hub — a professional environment where artists of all levels can record, learn, grow, and find their voice. We foster creativity, collaboration, and professionalism at the highest level. 

Mia Burger

Mia Burger is currently finishing her Bachelor of arts in Drama and Theatre Studies at Stellenbosch University. She is well trained and experienced in sewing and jewellery-making,  she is a trained stage manager and production manager. Mia has a keen sense of style and an artistic talent to bring any design to life. Her experience includes Pinocchio directed by Schalk van der Merwe (2024 Costume team &stage hand), The Candidate Written and Directed by Dr André Gerber (2024 Props team & stage hand), Winters Tale : Directed by Suki Hofmeyer (2025 Decor team & stage hand), Hamlets: Directed by Nicole Holm (2025 Costume team & stage hand), Mlungu: Written by Shannon Hendry (2025-2026 Stage manager, props, decor and costume), Fok jou in my Spaceship: Directed by Dr André Gerber (2026 Production manager) and Tom, Dick & Harry: Directed by Petrus Du preez (2026 Decor team & stage hand).