Showmax x Actor Spaces Masterclasses

Showmax x Actor Spaces Masterclasses

Flag zaMade in South Africa

Sit down with six of South Africa’s most talented actors, directors and filmmakers to learn some of their secrets. 

Showmax teamed up with Actor Spaces and some of South Africa’s most talented filmmakers to present six Masterclasses. Thabo Rametsi talks about how to direct crew and background. Blood Psalms’ Bokang Phelane reveals what it’s like to be a lead actress and action hero. Producer Layla Swart talks about what it takes to get a film or TV series from paper to screen. The Wife’s Bonko Khoza takes us through his character development process. And finally, legendary director Mandla N reveals some of his artistic secrets.

Showmax x Actor Spaces Masterclasses were nominated for a 2023 SAFTA for Best Online Content.

A deeper look

The Real Housewives of Durban S5 on Showmax

The Real Housewives of Durban Season 5

Three new faces join the OGs on The Real Housewives of Durban in Season 5, bringing luxury, glamour and drama to your screens. New episodes every Friday.

Original
/images/za.svgMade in South Africa
Kabiyesi S1 on Showmax

Seyi Babatope on his inspiration for Kabiyesi

Seyi Babatope talks about directing the Showmax Original Kabiyesi, and taking ownership of Nigerian stories. Catch new episodes every Friday on Showmax.

Original
/images/ng.svgNigerian
Deon Cole on Laugh Africa Comedy Festival

Showmax and Laugh Africa Comedy Festival are proud to announce headline act Deon Cole

Get ready for the return of the Laugh Africa Comedy Festival, featuring headliner Deon Cole. The event will take place from Friday, 2 May to Sunday, 4 May 2025 at the Sandton Convention Center.

Original
/images/za.svgMade in South Africa
Sterring on Showmax

Mathews Rantsoma on the action-packed movie Sterring

Mathews Rantsoma discusses his role as Ramz in the Showmax film Sterring, premiering on 4 April 2025, after its debut at the Joburg Film Festival.

Original
/images/za.svgSouth African
The Chocolate Empire on Showmax

“I give it 110%”: Sanaipei on joining The Chocolate Empire

Sanaipei Tande talks about her role in the gripping crime drama The Chocolate Empire, now streaming on Showmax. Catch new episodes every Thursday.

Original
/images/ke.svgMade in Kenya
Princess on a Hill is on Showmax

Showmax Originals secure nominations at 11th AMVCAs

Showmax Originals Princess on a Hill, Cheta M, Style Magnate, Wa Milele, Subterranea, and Untying Kantai are making waves at this year’s AMVCAs, earning 12 nominations.

Original
Steinheist on Showmax

Director Richard Gregory on how he nearly turned down Steinheist

Showmax is now streaming two new episodes of Steinheist, which go even deeper into unpacking SA’s biggest corporate scam and how the net tightened around former Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste. 

Original
/images/za.svgMade in South Africa
The Chocolate Empire on Showmax

Producer Grace Kahaki on developing The Chocolate Empire

Grace Kahaki talks about producing the new Showmax drama series The Chocolate Empire, now streaming on Showmax. Catch new episodes every Thursday.

Original
/images/ke.svgKenyan