{"id":394,"date":"2025-01-29T13:29:14","date_gmt":"2025-01-29T11:29:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/mail\/great-guest-on-thurs-30-jan-on-capetalk-businessofentertainment-just-past-9pm\/"},"modified":"2025-01-29T13:29:14","modified_gmt":"2025-01-29T11:29:14","slug":"great-guest-on-thurs-30-jan-on-capetalk-businessofentertainment-just-past-9pm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/mail\/great-guest-on-thurs-30-jan-on-capetalk-businessofentertainment-just-past-9pm\/","title":{"rendered":"Great Guest on Thurs 30 Jan \u00a0On Capetalk #Businessofentertainment Just Past 9PM"},"content":{"rendered":"

I chat to Ashley Dowds:\u00a0Ashley is a Cape Town based actor, known for various TV roles on shows such as Scandal!, Isidingo and Binnelanders.<\/p>\n

His international work includes \u2018Warrior\u2019 for HBO, and \u2018Deep State\u2019 for UK- based Endor productions and as Mickey Purvis, Scottish husband of the endearing Tannie in the series \u2018Recipes For Love And Murder\u2019 for Mnet (SA) and Acorn TV (Scotland).<\/p>\n

He played the Milli Vanilli talent manager \u2018Girl You Know It\u2019s True\u2019 released in SA cinemas June 2024.<\/p>\n

Recent theatre work includes: Paul Slabolepszy\u2019s \u2018The Return of Elvis Du Pisanie\u2019 which tours in Feb 2025<\/p>\n

The Curious Incident Of The Boy In The Night\u2019, \u00a0\u2018Constellations\u2019 (as Roland) \u2013 for Pieter Toerien Productions), \u2018Pale Natives\u2019 (as Ashley at The Market Theatre), \u2018Soil\u2019 (as Nic \u2013 Theatre on the Square), \u2018Hard Love\u2019 (as Zvi) and Claudius in The Framework company\u2019s \u2018Hamlet\u2019.<\/p>\n

He has also hosted and co-presented Lifestyle and Travel shows such as \u2018Another Side of Africa\u2019 (initially for Amazon Prime) and \u2018Going Nowhere Slowly\u2019 (SABC3) and is the author of \u2018Red Car Diaries\u2019, published by Struik. \u00a0He has produced a limited series podcast called \u2018Landmark\u2019: Land, Culture, Belonging.<\/p>\n

The \u2018Business of Entertainment,\u2019 promises to deliver a fascinating and first-hand account of the South African entertainment industry.<\/p>\n

Hosted by industry legend music manager and publicist, Martin Myers this weekly half-hour segment will give powerful insights into the minds and careers of award-winning creatives, with a strong focus on the business side of the creative industry.<\/p>\n

Each episode will feature a candid conversation between Myers and a creative in the music, theatre, design or television space.<\/p>\n

Myers says the conversations will be entertaining and inspirational, peppered with true stories, first-person accounts, and invaluable tips from the people who\u2019ve made a successful living from their craft.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe will be bringing key executives onto the station to delve into every aspect of the entertainment business. We will be exploring topics like the business of royalties, how to manage cash flow and the science of ticketing. Big industry players will talk about how long it took to become an overnight success and how they dealt with and still deal with rejection and success. We will ultimately unpack what it takes to make a living as a South African artist,\u201d <\/em><\/strong>says Myers.<\/p>\n

CapeTalk Station Manager Tessa van Staden says the station is passionate about supporting creatives. <\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em>\u201cArtists, musicians, sculptors, performers, directors and authors hold a mirror to society to reflect who and what we are. They play one of the most difficult and important functions, often without the necessary backing and resources. This segment will share some practical tips for those starting out in the industry. The \u2018Business of Entertainment\u2019 hopes to inspire our audience while also championing those who have paved a way in the sector,\u201d<\/em><\/strong> says van Staden.<\/p>\n

For all the business insights you can\u2019t google, don\u2019t miss the \u2018Business of Entertainment\u2019 every Thursday at 21:00.<\/p>\n

About CapeTalK:<\/strong><\/p>\n

CapeTalk is Cape Town\u2019s No.1 News and Talk Station that empowers listeners through insightful, constructive and interesting conversations. Find us on 567 AM on the medium wave band.<\/p>\n

CapeTalk is Cape Town\u2019s talk station covering the stories that the Mother City is talking about. The\u00a0subjects might be about the city, the country or global news, but they are chosen because they are relevant to you.<\/p>\n

#JoinTheConversation<\/p>\n

About Martin Myers:<\/strong><\/p>\n

A UCT graduate, and founder of the NPC Music Exchange, publicist and music manager, Martin Myers began his career in the music industry running UCT Radio, at the University of Cape Town, in 1985.<\/p>\n

For 16 years, Martin was BMG\/Sony Music\u2019s Cape Town publicist.<\/p>\n

In 2009 Martin founded\u00a0Music Exchange (#MEX).\u00a0This non-profit\u00a0body organises an annual music conference and\u00a0monthly\u00a0masterclasses designed\u00a0to empower people in the music industry, especially young artists, with the\u00a0knowledge needed to turn their passion into a sustainable\u00a0livelihood.<\/p>\n

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Find CapeTalk on social media:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Facebook: @CapeTalk<\/p>\n

Twitter: @CapeTalk<\/p>\n

Instagram: capetalkza<\/p>\n

TikTok: capeTalk<\/p>\n

YouTube: @CapeTalk567<\/p>\n

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Tune in on 567AM<\/p>\n

DSTV Channel 885<\/p>\n

Show producer Barry Mar\u00e9 ,artwork Casey Barclay<\/p>\n

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Ashley Dowds. Photo: Casey Barclay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Video:<\/strong> Great guest on Thurs 30 Jan \u00a0on CapeTalk #BusinessOfEntertainment just past 9pm<\/p>\n

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