​Alumni of the US drama department made a clean sweep at this year's KykNet Fiëstas.

All four of the main acting categories went to draMATIES. Stian Bam, who was a part-time lecturer at the drama department, and acclaimed actresss Tinarie van Wyk-Loots respectively won the best actor and best actor awards for their work in the KKNK production, In Glas.  

The two awards for the best-supporting actress and actor went to Greta Pietersen for Son. Maan. Sterre. (Woordfees)  and Dean Smith for Die Dag is Bros (Innibos).  Dean will receive his Hons in acting in the coming graduation ceremony.  Marlo Minnaar won the award for the best acting in a solo performance for his role in Santa Gamka (KKNK).