At Roedean (SA), we are committed to cultivating not only academic excellence but also the creative and expressive potential of every pupil. Our Dramatic Arts programme provides a dynamic space in which students are encouraged to explore, challenge themselves, and grow in confidence. Central to this philosophy is the opportunity to engage with professionals working at the highest level of the industry, ensuring that learning remains both aspirational and grounded in real-world experience.
For our upcoming production, Top Women, which will be staged at the school from 21–23 May, we are privileged to welcome respected industry professional Hlumelo Moloi as co-director. Hlumelo’s involvement provides our students with additional insight, a fresh perspective on the material, and exposure to professional theatre practices, complementing the leadership and vision of Megan Martell, who has guided the bulk of the work on this production.
A Johannesburg-based director and performer, Hlumelo Moloi holds a BA Honours degree in Dramatic Arts from Wits University and is represented by MLA, one of South Africa’s leading talent agencies. Her diverse professional experience includes international commercial work, a notable Nando’s advertisement, and a lead role in the short film Weird Kisses, directed by Billy Badi. As co-founder of the theatre company TOP Comedy and a 2023 Naledi Theatre Award nominee for Seeing Other People, he brings both distinction and depth of insight to the rehearsal process.
In her co-directing role, Hlumelo has contributed to the casting process and guides an intensive rehearsal schedule, with sessions held several times a week after school, on selected Saturdays, and during the holidays. Her mentorship enriches the students’ understanding of the material, supports the development of authentic individual voices, and illustrates the level of discipline and commitment required in professional theatre.
At Roedean (SA), Dramatic Arts is valued as highly as any academic discipline. In the same spirit with which we celebrate excellence in mathematics, the sciences, sport, and music, we nurture and honour the artistic talents of our students. Each pupil’s strengths are recognised, and for many, the stage becomes a place of particular confidence and self-expression.
This production is far more than a performance. It is a space for growth, reflection, and self-discovery. Through Megan Martell’s leadership, Hlumelo’s professional guidance, and the students’ dedication and creativity, our pupils are learning to engage deeply with their work, with one another, and with their own potential. Every learner is afforded the opportunity to excel, and artistic achievement is celebrated as fully as any academic or sporting success.
