Roti Queen - Umhlanga

Roti Queen – performed by Shika Budhoo, directed by Dhaveshan Govender

Get ready for a one-woman show like no other! Amrita, a Durban wife and mother, prepares rotis live on stage while juggling family, memories, and expectations—complete with dance, comedy, and LIVE ROTI MAKING. Beneath the laughter and rhythm of the kitchen, she begins to confront the choices that shaped her life, asking: what if she chose herself too?

A special staging of this show as part of the Saree and Sweetmeat Festival promises a treat for book lovers, theatre fanatics, sari-lovers and sweetmeat enthusiasts alike.

Full of heart, humour, and Bollywood-style storytelling, Roti Queen moves effortlessly between characters, generations, and emotional worlds. A unique, interactive theatre experience suitable for ages 13+.

Book your tickets for the LIVE SHOW happpening at 14h00 on Sunday, 26 April 2026 at Umhlanga Apart-Hotel. The print copy of the play will launch at 15h00 with a discussion by the playwrights (free entry).

Age restriction: 13+

Venue: Sapphire Room, Umhlanga Apart-Hotel, 60 Meridian Drive, Umhlanga Ridge

Dates: 12 April 2026, 14h00

Unreserved Seating.