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Die Fakulteit (Afrikaans: [di fɑkulˈtɛit], lit. The Faculty) is a South African television comedy series executive produced by Marno Koen and Michael van Zyl. It is an e.tv original series produced by Coolerbox Brothers for eExtra, and stars Bibi du Preez, Carien Botha, Abel Knobel, Tabita de Jager, Carl Trautman, Leigh-Ann Fourie, Tené Minderon and Zoricke Snyman.[1][2]
| Die Fakulteit | |
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| Directed by | George van Rooyen |
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| Theme music composer | Zaan Sonnekus |
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| Production location | Boksburg, Gauteng |
| Production company | Coolerbox Brothers |
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| Network | eExtra |
| Release | 14 April 2024 |
Cast
edit- Bibi du Preez[3] portrays Dr. Reinette Naudé, the eccentric principal of Hoërskool Oos.
- Leigh-Ann Fourie as Annetjie Kitshoff, the school secretary.
- Carl Trautman plays Jan Gerber, the science teacher.
- Abel Knobel as Du Toit Meyer, the Rugby coach and Biology teacher.
- Zöricke Snyman portrays Amelia de Waal, the Afrikaans and drama teacher.
- Carien Botha as Susan Steyn, the Geography teacher and hockey coach, known for her competitive spirit both in and out of the classroom.
- Tené Minderon plays Sebine Kritzinger, the new Mathematics teacher.
- Tabitha de Jager as Naledi Makwena, the Home Economics teacher.
Guest appearances
edit- Black, as himself.
- Singer, Zoé and the band Vrede
- Geraldine Pillay-Viret, as Moira Schoonhoven the principal of the neighboring school.
Production
editDevelopment
editExecutive producer George van Rooyen developed the concept for the series after directing SABC 1 reality competition series Reno Race. Van Rooyen was inspired by conversations with friends, many of whom expressed uncertainty about adulthood and its responsibilities. This prompted him to create a comedy series that explores the challenges young people face as they navigate life as adults.
Van Rooyen has mentioned being influenced by the classic teen comedies of the 1990s, which often featured archetypal characters such as "the jock," "the nerd," and "the arty girl." He envisioned these characters ten years later, still struggling with adulthood but now working as teachers in a school setting. Despite their new roles, they continue to experience high school-like drama, reflecting their ongoing difficulties with maturity.
Van Rooyen also revealed that it took approximately eight years for the series to make its debut on national television.[4]
Filming
editFilming for the series began in December 2023, during school holidays, on location in Hoërskool Oostelig in Boksburg, Gauteng. Several students of the school also were a part of the series.[5]
Broadcast
editThe series premiered on 14 April 2024 on eExtra. Episodes were added to streaming service eVOD after their television debut.[6] [7]
References
edit- ^ "Die Fakulteit | e.tv". www.etv.co.za. 2024-03-20. Retrieved 2024-10-11.
- ^ "Die Fakulteit | TVSA". www.tvsa.co.za. Retrieved 2024-10-14.
- ^ "Netwerk24 | bibi du preez".
- ^ Plaatjies, Razaan (2024-03-27). "Humansdorp local launches comedy show on eExtra". Kouga Express, News24. Retrieved 2024-10-11.
- ^ Opperman, AJ (2024-03-27). "Die Fakulteit' eersdaags op die kassie". Netwerk24. Retrieved 2024-10-11.
- ^ Opperman, A.J. (12 April 2024). "Prettige skoolreeks 'Die fakulteit' begin Sondag". Netwerk24.
- ^ "Oorspronklike afrikaanse TV-inhoud binnekort te sien". Maroela Media. 22 March 2024.