Brian Temba (born 9 December 1977) is a South African actor, performer, singer, songwriter and producer. He was born in the Eastern Cape province. He speaks four languages. He is known for his role as Ranthumeng Mokoena in the South African soap opera ''Muvhango'' and his role as

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in the West End musical ''

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Career

Theatre

in ''

'' (2003–2008: West End) *u/s Simba/Ensemble in ''

'' (2000–2001: Panteges Theatre, Los Angeles) *Ensemble in '' Lion and the lamb'' (1999: Market Theatre, South Africa)

Television

*Omar in '' Hip-Hop Opera'' (Urban Concepts, London) *Featured Artist in ''Back stage'' (ETV) *Brian in ''

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'' (SABC 1) *guest at ''

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'' (Los Angeles) *guest at '' Felicia Mabuza-Suttle'' (South Africa) *Ranthumeng Mokoena in " Muvhango (South African TV series)"(SABC 2)

Recordings

* Joyous Celebration Tenor Singer on '' Joyous Celebration 4'' (2000) *''

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'' (film soundtrack) * Roger and Sam Grandison Live in London, featured on track ''Awesome Wonder'' *''

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'' by

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(2002) * ''Something Better'' by Brian Temba (2010) * ''T.I.M.T This Is My Time'' By Brian Temba (2012)

References

External links

Brian Temba
official site
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