It may still be lockdown, but mense are spoilt for choice when it comes to online shows that they can watch in the comfort of their homes.
Stay in tonight for Cape Town’s golden voices as Shadley Schroeder hosts From My Lounge To Yours, a musical show you don’t have to leave your couch for.
Shadley launched My Lounge Productions in August, when he featured singers Neesa Abrahams, Toya Abrahams and Ghaliek Toefey.
In September, he had Nieyaaz Koelam, Aziza Richards and Zaheer Samsoedien, and this month it’s the turn of Insaaf Losper, Mono Dullisear and Protege.
Shadley says he has grown quite comfortable with the virtual performance arts.
“Although we all miss the live stage, I won’t lie, I became attached to the virtual show aspect, knowing everyone is comfortable and safe from the pandemic,” he says.
“It’s also really beneficial having the show in an intimate venue where we get to control the quality of shows more and also get to have the option of live or pre-recorded shows.”
The monthly show, which takes on a TV talk show format, is streamed on Facebook and YouTube.
Shadley says the concept for the show was born out of a need for entertainment during the lockdown when all shows were cancelled and venues closed.
“FMLTY broadcasts live from a Cape Town studio set-up. The space allows for five cameras, sound, presenter and an entertainment segment for each guest artist.
“It is a trendsetting relaxed studio atmosphere, very different from the typical studio format, exuding a more comfortable ambiance while viewers are watching in the comfort of their own home.”
Shadley steers the show through fun, informative, and interactive segments.
The show is free to watch, but Shadley urges mense to donate.
Tune in for the live-stream show at 8pm on Shadley Schroeder’s Facebook page or My Lounge Productions on YouTube.