Big Breother HotShots Commentry

A lot goes into putting together a successful show. Costumes, props, make-up, rehearsal, the list is almost endless. This week, Africa’s hotshots have been preparing the extravaganza of a lifetime. From creation to completion, they can be commended for their energy and enthusiasm, particularly amongst the numerous scraps and squabbles which have broken out. Finally pulling together, the two teams impressed Africa with colour, music and pizazz.

 The week’s theme of musical theatre was approached with gusto as a host of teachers, trainers and instructors, well-versed in the art of performance, came to the house to assist the hotshots in honing their skills and make sure they put on the very best show. All the housemates incorporate performance into their daily lives through their careers, and we all know how much they love music. The musical in musical theatre is thus something the housemates have made apparent with a week full of musical tunes and tones. The sound of drums, keyboards, guitars and various voices throughout the house were almost ceaseless.

Tension was thrown into the mix right from the start when Biggie decided the housemates should be split in two teams that would go up against each other on the night. Laveda came under fire for picking what many believed to be the stronger performers, namely: Alusa, JJ, Permithias, Esther, Kacey Moore, Goitse, Arthur, Frankie, Tayo, Sabina, Lilian and Samantha. Together they formed the Green Peppers. The underdog, dubbed Team Waka Waka, consisted of the remaining housemates: Sheillah, Nhlanhla, Luis, Macky2, Trezagah, Mr. 265, Sipe, Idris, Resa, Ellah, Mira, Butterphly, and M'am Bea.

The divide, between what became known as The Artists (Laveda’s team) and The Intellectuals (Sheillah’s team), caused further rifts among the housemates when they discovered that the winning team would be immune from nomination for eviction in the week to come. As always, this is a decision that Africa will make, and based on the effort from both teams, and the spectacular results, it will be a tough decision to make. But alas, there can be only one, and it’s up to Africa to decide.

To refresh your memory, below are the two musical extravaganzas for your viewing pleasure. Have another look before putting it to the vote.

The Artists – Team 1 – The Green Peppers – Laveda’s Team

The Intellectuals – Team 2 – Team Waka Waka – Sheillah’s Team

Remember: there is a lot at stake tonight for the hotshots! The housemates of the winning team will be immune from nominations in the week to come. It's time to vote Africa!