Atlas Studios provides studio space for a range of South Africa’s finest soapies, commercials, game shows and sitcoms, in addition to offering the ideal location for specialist events.
Since 2002, the studios, which were originally designed for Anant Singh’s soap opera The Res for SABC, have been pivotal in the production of some of South Africa’s greatest TV shows, such as Villa Rosa, The Coconuts and City Ses’la.
Earlier in 2016 kykNet’s soapie, Getroud Met Rugby, a South African version of the UK’s Footballer’s Wives, took up residence in Studio 1 and 2. The show, originally developed by Deon Opperman as a drama series and a film, is now being adapted into a soap opera that airs every week night. Initially, the show was shot on location but the team have now moved into studio.
The studio’s central location and essential facilities such as accessibility, all support accommodation, catering area, 24h security, backup power 350kva generator and onsite parking enables productions to happen seamlessly.
The versatility of the four studios allows for efficient and independent use of space in front of and behind the camera to cater to the specific requirements of the production. There are two adjacent, interlinked sound stages (440m2 and 460m2) ideally suited for drama and sitcoms and is now the new home to Getroud Met Rugby. Studio 3 (320m2) used for commercials and game shows, is currently booked for the year.
Studio 4 is a 270m2 daylight studio with a mezzanine, which can accommodate commercials, screenings and shoots and is currently hosting the fourth season of popular dance show Stumbo Stomp. It is available on a daily rental as a specialised event space that can host industry related public meetings, launches, training sessions and presentations.
The entire space is ideal for nurturing and supporting the creative industry and encouraging a greater awareness on film. Atlas Studios extends its social involvement by hosting monthly film screenings, for the benefit of those interested or involved in the television and film industry.
The First Wednesday’s Film Club which is now in its 11th year of screenings, is a collaboration between Atlas Studios, Akin Omotoso and Katarina Hedren, aimed at showcasing local and international independent films. The directors are often in attendance and Q&A sessions follow the screening. This platform provides opportunities for education and interaction, highlights the importance of film, and creates a networking space for those within the industry. Audience development is also encouraged to enable local audiences to appreciate local talent and films.
Atlas Studios welcomes Overberg Productions and the entire team of Getroud Met Rugby to their new home.
