The Reception of
Mncedi Magade
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The Reception of "South African Idol" in South Africa

A case study of Grahamstown

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Reality television or "factual entertainment" is a hybrid of old television formats and factual programming in order to create a "new" entertaining show designed to draw the attention of audiences and increase viewership ratings. South African Idol is one popular local example. Adapted from the British programme "Pop Idols", the show promises upward mobility for the young star who wins the competition. This show has become a subject of conversation amongst young people in South Africa who aspire to the notion of "success" and "celebrity" status that is promoted by the show. This paper makes us...