Paul Slabolepszy

Paul Slabolepszy, born in 1948, is a distinguished playwright and actor originally from England, whose career flourished in South Africa. He is most renowned for his influential work, "Saturday Night at the Palace," which was not only a celebrated stage play but also adapted into a feature film in 1987, in which he performed. Slabolepszy played a pivotal role in the establishment of The Space Theatre in 1972, alongside notable figures such as Athol Fugard, Yvonne Bryceland, and John Kani, marking it as South Africa's inaugural non-racial theatre company. His contributions continued as a founding member of the acclaimed Market Theatre in Johannesburg, which he helped launch in 1976 with Mannie Manim and Barney Simon.

In addition to his theatrical achievements, Slabolepszy created the popular SABC2 sitcom "Konsternasie Oppie Stasie," which premiered in July 2009. His talent also extended to television, where he portrayed the character Snowy in six episodes, further showcasing his versatility as an actor. Throughout his career, Slabolepszy has made significant contributions to the arts, influencing the landscape of South African theatre and television, and earning recognition for his creative prowess. His works continue to resonate within the cultural fabric of the nation.