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"It is often said that South Africa does not have a theatre-going culture, so the day is a good tool to remind the public that theatre exists. I say this partly in jest, because performance and storytelling are part of our country’s cultural core and we are natural audience members (if we break away from stereotypical ideas of 'theatre')."

"The scenes using physical theatre create strange tapestries akin to the moments of absurdism when dreaming, while the use of puppetry introduces an ancient magic that captures the folklore of the Karoo people." | This review is Klara van Rooyen’s final, reworked version after receiving mentor feedback as part of the LitNet | STAND theatre review workshop.

"Droomkraan-kronieke is recommended for audiences who seek to be enraptured and desire a dynamic theatre-going experience." | This review was revised and updated by the participant. This is the second version of this review, which forms part of the LitNet | STAND theatre review workshop.

"The use of puppetry introduces an ancient elemental magic that captures the folklore and imbedded oral storytelling of its Karoo people." | This review is part of the LitNet | STAND theatre review workshop.

"Die dag toe Guppie sweef is unique children’s theatre that refrains from being didactic. For children who are growing up in an increasingly complicated world, and in a country with fraught tensions, it is essential that we encourage them to ponder solutions rather than prescribing them with answers. And to listen, dream and take a good leap of faith when needed – much like Guppie."