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Proesstraat

Proesstraat (Proes Street) is an Afrikaans Television-Show which airs on kykNet based on the German improvisational comedy show Schillerstrasse.[1] It is recorded without a script, in front of a live audience and broadcast unedited to a large extent.

Proesstraat
Proesstraat
GenreImprovisation
Comedy
Creative directorHarald Richter
Presented byNina Swart (S1 S2), Elize Cawood (S3), Nina Swart Pedro Kruger (S4)
StarringWaldemar Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach, Melt Sieberhagen, Wikus du Toit, Eloise Cupido (only Season 1), Pierre van Heerden, Cindy Swanepoel, Ilne Fourie, Desiré Gardner, Esther von Waltsleben and Martelize Kolver
Theme music composerJolette Odendaal and Mauritz Lotz
Country of originSouth Africa
Original languageAfrikaans
No. of seasons3
No. of episodes26(S1) 26(S2) 26(S3)
Production
Executive producerkykNet
ProducerRichter Medien
Running time30 minutes
Original release
NetworkkykNet
ReleaseFebruary 2010 (2010-02) –
2016 (2016)
Related
  • Klop die Klawers
  • Tonge Los

Idea and show structure

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The setting of the show is the living room of the main actor Waldemar Schultz who lives on the real street "Proesstraat" in Pretoria, South Africa. The main character is regularly visited by friends and relatives. The participants only know the topic of the episode in advance. The whole plot has to be improvised comically. The cast receive directions from the Regisseur (Director/Presenter) on their ear-pieces, and have to follow the cues, e.g. "Eloise: Tell the others you're pregnant!".

The show mostly airs unedited and things that go wrong are not removed, either.

The original German show was created by Maike Tatzig who is also the show's executive producer. Debuting on Germany's Sat.1, ”Schiller Street” (created and produced by Hurricane) has been one of the most innovative and successful comedy formats in the recent years. The concept has already won various national and international TV prizes such as the Rose d’Or Press Prize 2005.[2] SevenOne International, the ProSiebenSat.1 Group's worldwide programming sales company has sold the format to numerous countries, including France, Italy, Russia, Finland, Norway and Turkey. The Italian adaptation “Buona la Prima” won the national “Telegrolle 2008” and “Gran Premio della Fiction Italiana '08” for best sitcom.[3]

Main cast

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  • The main cast include Waldemar Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach, Melt Sieberhagen, Wikus du Toit, Eloise Cupido, Esther von Waltsleben and Martelize Kolver.[4]
  • Eloise Cupido did not return on the 2nd season.
  • Waldemar Schultz, Esther von Waltsleben and Martelize Kolver did not return for the 3rd season. New cast members for the third season included Pierre van Heerden, Ilne Fourie, Desire Gardner, Mortimer Williams and Cindy Swanepoel.

Celebrity Guests

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They interchange with dozens of other guests and Afrikaans celebrities including June van Mersh, Emo Adams, Tammy-Ann Fortuin, Sean Else, Wicus van der Merwe, Joey Rasdien, Elize Cawood, Tobie Cronje, Karen Wessels, Dowwe Dolla, Marion Holm, Neels van Jaarsveld, Casper de Vries, Shaleen Surtie-Richards and Pedro Kruger.

Production

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  • Production on Season 1 started on 7 January 2010 and all 26 episodes were completed by 23 January 2010, shot in front of a live audience at University of Johannesburg's theatre.[5]
  • Production on Season 2 started on 2 December 2010 and by 22 December 2010 30 new episodes were shot in front of a live audience at University of Johannesburg's theater. kykNet announced that all tickets to attend the filming of Season 2 were available from Computicket.
  • Production on Season 3 started on 6 January 2013 and all 26 episodes were completed by 2 February 2013, shot in front of a live audience at University of Johannesburg's theatre.
  • Production on Season 4 started on 30 Oktober 2014 and all 26 episodes were completed by 15 November 2014, shot in front of a live audience at University of Johannesburg's theatre.

Awards

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  • Proesstraat was nominated for 2 Golden Horn (South African Film and Television Awards) or SAFTAS for Season 1 in the categories Best Ensemble Cast in a Comedy as well as a nomination for Wikus du Toit as Best Actor in a Comedy.[6] The production won the SAFTA for Best Comedy - Ensemble Cast in 2011 for Season 1.
  • Season 2 received 3 SAFTA nomination and won 2 awards; Best Comedy Writing Team and Best Director for Harald Richter.

Season 1 (a) Episodes

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Ep. Title Story line Actors Celebrity Guest Tx Date
1 Die nuwe Woonstel (Welkom in Proesstraat) – The New Flat (Welcome to Proes Street) Waldi, who has just been divorced from his ex-wife Karen, is moving into his new rental apartment in Proes Street, Pretoria. His friends are arriving to help him. Waldi Schultz, Martelize Kolver, Pierre Breytenbach, Wikus du Toit June van Merch as the letting-agent 22 January 2010
2 Die DVD-aand - The DVD-evening Waldi is having a DVD evening for some of his friends. Waldi Schultz, Eloise Cupido, Esther von Waltsleben,Pierre Breytenbach, Melt Sieberhagen Emo Adams as the Pizza Delivery Guy 29 January 2010
3 Die Werksonderhoud - The Job Interview Waldi helps Wikus to prepare for a job interview at the biggest DVD-store in Pretoria. Wikus is very nervous, but his friends are there to help. Waldi Schultz, Esther von Waltsleben, Pierre Breytenbach, Wikus du Toit None 5 February 2010
4 Fiksheidskoors - Fitness Fever Waldi wants to get fit. He bought an all-in-one fitness centre and wants to test it out on his friends. Waldi Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach, Melt Sieberhagen and Martelize Kolver Sean Else as the fitness fanatic. 12 February 2010
5 Die Huismaat - The House Mate An old school friend was kick out of his house by his girl friend and is moving in with Waldi. Will they get along? Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Esther von Waltsleben and Eloise Cupido Wicus van der Merwe as the unexpected house guest. 19 February 2010
6 Die Moederbesoek - Mother's Visit Waldi's mother is visiting. Will she get along with his friends? Waldi Schultz, Esther von Waltsleben, Melt Sieberhagen and Eloise Cupido Elize Cawood as the Waldi's mother. 26 February 2010
7 Platekontrak - The Record Deal Esther phoned with big news. She is coming over to discuss her future with everyone. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Esther von Waltsleben and Pierre Breytenbach None 5 March 2010
8 Die Nuwe Besigheid - The New Business Melt urgently wants to speak to Waldi about a new business venture. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen and Eloise Cupido None 12 March 2010
9 Die Teaterstuk - The Play Waldi got the lead in a new play staged at the Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees. His friends are reading in the other parts. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen and Martelize Kolver None 19 March 2010
10 Die Swangerskap - The Pregnancy Esther is waiting for the results of a pregnancy test. She's crying on Waldi's shoulder. The friends are there to help.... Waldi Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach, Melt Sieberhagen and Esther von Waltsleben None 26 March 2010
11 Die Eks - The Ex Waldi's ex-wife, Karen, has phoned. She is missing some of her grandmother's silverware since Waldi has moved out. Waldemar Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Eloise Cupido & Martelize Kolver Karen Wessels as Waldi's ex-wife 2 April 2010
12 Wikus se Meisie - Wikus' Girlfriend Everyone is optimistically suspicious. Wikus has a new girl in his life. He is coming over to introduce her. What will happen? Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen and Martelize Kolver Tammy-Ann Fortuin as Wikus' Girlfriend 9 April 2010
13 Stydende Henne - Feuding Females Martelize and Eloise are fighting over a man. They haven't spoken for 5 days. Waldi is trying to resolve it. Waldi Schultz, Martelize Kolver and Eloise Cupido Pedro Kruger as the boyfriend 16 April 2010
14 Die Tema Partytjie - The Theme Party Everyone is preparing to go to a theme party. Waldi Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach, Wikus du Toit and Melt Sieberhagen Johrne Van Huyssteen as the uninvited guest 23 April 2010
15 Die Spook - The Ghost Waldi hears suspicious noises in his home. Cupboards are opening and doors slamming. He calls his friends to investigate. Waldi Schultz, Eloise Kupido, Wikus du Toit and Esther von Waltsleben None 30 April 2010

Season 1 (b) Episodes

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Ep. Title Story line Actors Celebrity Guest Tx Date
16 Sokker-koors - Soccer Fever Waldi made his guest bedroom available to a Soccer World Cup visitor. His friends are coming over to meet the foreigner. Waldi Schultz, Melt Sieberhagen and Eloise Cupido Casper de Vries as the World Cup visitor from the Netherlands 7 August 2010
17 Boer soek 'n Vrou - Farmer wants a Wife Waldi wants to enter a very popular TV-dating program. His friends are helping him to write an introduction letter. Waldi Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach, Wikus du Toit and Martelize Kolver none 14 August 2010
18 Die Blinde Afspraak - The Blind Date Waldi is going on a Blind Date and the friends are coming over to meet her. Waldi Schultz, Melt Sieberhagen, Eloise Cupido and Martelize Kolver Dowwe Dolla as the Blind Date 21 August 2010
19 Die Speletjies Aand - The games Evening Waldi decided that life isn't just about work and he invites his friends over for a games evening. Waldi Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach, Wikus du Toit and Martelize Kolver none 28 August 2010
20 Die Rugbywedstryd - The Rugby Match There's a big rugby match on television tonight and Waldi has invited a few of his friends over to watxch the game. Waldi Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach, Melt Sieberhagen and Esther von Waltsleben Kobus Wiese as the neighbour 4 September 2010
21 Vlugangs - Fear of Flying Waldi has a massive panic attack. He has to urgently fly to Cape Town. His friends are coming over to soothe him. Waldi Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach, Esther von Waltsleben and Eloise Cupido Tobie Cronjé as the hypnotist 11 September 2010
22 Huisoppas - House Sitting Waldi went to visit his Mom and has asked his friends to look after his apartment. Was that such a good idea? Pierre Breytenbach, Melt Sieberhagen and Wikus du Toit none 18 September 2010
23 'n Muis in die Huis - A Mouse in the House Waldi has a mouse in his house and hired a pest controller. His friend become part of the extermination! Waldi Schultz, Esther von Waltsleben. Martelize Kolver and Wikus du Toit Neels van Jaarsveld as the Pest Controller 25 September 2010
24 Familie Troue - Family Wedding Martelize's sister is attending a family wedding in Pretoria and she has asked Waldi if her sister may stay over, as her apartment is already full of other family members. Waldi Schultz, Esther von Waltsleben and Martelize Kolver. Marion Holm as the Sister 2 October 2010
25 Die Kampekspidisie - The Camping Trip Waldi and his friends are getting ready for a camping trip. Waldemar Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach, Wikus du Toit and Melt Sieberhagen None 9 October 2010
26 Vriende in Nood - Friends in Need Eloise's Mom is visiting and they don't have water. They are coming over to bath at Waldi's apartment. Waldemar Schultz, Eloise Cupido, Pierre Breytenbach and Ester von Waltsleben. Shaleen Surtie-Richards as Eloise's mother 16 October 2010

Season 2 (a) episodes

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Ep. Title Story line Actors Celebrity guest Tx Date
27 Die Vergete Verjaarsdag - The Forgotten Birthday It is Waldi's birthday and he has decided to spoil his friends with a get-together. He is looking forward to some company as he has only had a phone call from his mother all day long. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen and Pierre Breytenbach None 4 April 2011
28 Die Onafhanklike Kandidaat - The Independent Candidate Wikus has decided to stand as an independent candidate in the upcoming municipal elections. He asks his friends to help him with his election campaign. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen and Pierre Breytenbach None 11 April 2011
29 Sekuriteit - Security There have been three burglaries in Waldi's apartment building and he is bringing in the help of a security consultant to secure his flat. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Pierre Breytenbach Snotkop (Francois Henning) as The Security Consultant 18 April 2011
30 Die Oorsese Werksaanbod - The Overseas Job Offer Waldi is shooting an ad for a German pharmaceutical company. Wikus has the key in order to water the plants. Melt Sieberhagen, Wikus du Toit, Pierre Breytenbach and Martelize Kolver none 25 April 2011
31 Die Foto Sessie - The Photo Session A magazine wants to take pictures of Waldi at home and a make-up artist are on his way to help. Waldi Schultz, Melt Sieberhagen and Martelize Kolver Hannon Bothma as the make-up artist 2 May 2011
32 Die nagmerrie - The Nightmare Waldi can't sleep because of terrible nightmares. His friends are coming over to help and keep him company. Waldi Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach, Esther von Waltsleben and Wikus du Toit none 9 May 2011
33 Die Affêre - The Affair Waldi has 'n secret girlfriend he is hiding from his friends. But with his friends nothing can stay a secret. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit and Melt Sieberhagen Hannah Grobler as the secret girlfriend 16 May 2011
34 Die Mag van Plastiek - The Power of Plastic Martelize went overboard at a Tupperware Party. Wikus du Toit, Martelize Kolver and Melt Sieberhagen none 23 Mei 2011
35 Kom ons Karaoke - Let's Karaoke Waldi hired a karaoke machine and for one evening everyone is a pop star. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit and Esther von Waltsleben Steve Hofmeyr as the karaoke machine repairman 30 Mei 2011
36 Die Bootprys - The Boat Cruise Prize Martelize has won a prize for a boat cruise. She is coming over to break the news. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit and Martelize Kolver, Pierre Breytenbach none 6 Junie 2011
37 Lawaaierige bure - Noisy Neighbors Waldi has a new neighbour who is extremely noisy. He is planning revenge. Waldi Schultz, Melt Sieberhagen and Pierre Breytenbach André Odendaal as the neighbour 13 Junie 2011
38 Dieët - Diet Melt is on a diet and his friends are eager to support him. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen and Martelize Kolver none 20 June 2011
39 Boetie gaan braai toe - Brother BBQ Esther invited her brother over for a BBQ, but they are not cut from the same cloth. Waldi Schultz, Ester von Waltsleben and Melt Sieberhagen Thys die Bosveldklong as the brother 27 June 2011
40 Die Erfporsie - The Inheritance Wikus' aunt has died and he might stand a chance to inherit—but there's a catch. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Pierre Breytenbach and Martelize Kolver none 4 July 2011
41 Die Broers - The Brothers Pierre's world-famous opera singing brother has returned to South Africa. Waldi Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach and Esther von Waltsleben Jannie Moolman as the brother 11 July 2011
42 Die slegte afspraak - The Bad Date Waldi had a bad blind date experience. His friends are coming over to make him feel better. Waldi Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach, Melt Sieberhagen and Martelize Kolver none 18 July 2011
43 Die Sanggroep - The Boyband Wikus wants to start a boy band. Waldi Schultz, Melt Sieberhagen and Wikus du Toit Pieter Koen 25 July 2011
44 Boetekaartjies - Traffic Fines Waldi has some unpaid traffic fines. Will the law run its course? Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Esther von Waltsleben Jody Abrahams as the traffic department representative 1 August 2011
45 Skoon Huis - Clean House Esther helped Waldi to clean his house. They are hoping for a quiet evening. Waldi Schultz, Esther von Waltsleben and Wikus du Toit Louw Venter as the vacuum cleaner salesman 8 August 2011
46 Die Hoender - The Chicken Waldi and the guys are having a BBQ. Esther is coming over with a surprise. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Pierre Breytenbach, Esther von Waltsleben none 15 August 2011
47 Die Sjef - The Chef Melt invited Waldi's new neighbour, a chef, to cook with them. Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen and Ester von Waltsleben Shimmy Isaacs as the chef 22 August 2011
48 Koekloos - Cakeless The members of Melt's cottage industry shop is not baking enough. All the friends are helping out. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen Willie Strauss as the cook 29 August 2011
49 Die Skoolreunie - The School reunion Melt needs a date for his school reunion. Waldi Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach, Melt Sieberhagen, Ester von Waltsleben. none 5 September 2011
50 Die Matriekafskeid - The Matric Farewell Piere want to invite his school's librarian to the matric farewell. Waldi Schultz, Pierre Breytenbach and Martelize Kolver Franci Swanepoel as the librarian 12 September 2011
51 Die Renovasie - The Renovation Waldi's house needs a renovation. Waldi Schultz, Martelize Kolver and Pierre Breytenbach Neels van Jaarsveld as the renovator 19 September 2011
52 Die Dansklas - The Dance Class Waldi is entering a reality-dance TV show and needs some lessons. Waldi Schultz, Melt Sieberhagen and Pierre Breytenbach Perle "GiGi" van Schalkwyk as the dance instructor 26 September 2011

Season 3 episodes

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Ep. Title Story line Actors Celebrity guest Tx Date
53 Nuwe eienaar - New owner Melt moves into Waldi's old apartment Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen and Pierre Breytenbach none 6 January 2014
54 Duur Woonstel - Expensive Apartment Melt realizes that it is expensive to live by himself. Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen and Pierre Breytenbach. Desire Gardner 13 January 2014
55 Motorfiets - Motorbike Pierre thinks he has won a new motorbike. Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen and Pierre Breytenbach. Mortimer Williams 20 January 2014
56 Pokeraand - Poker Evening The friends are playing poker but no-one knows the rules Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen and Pierre Breytenbach. Desiré Gardner 27 January 2014
57 Elektrisieteit Rekening - Electricity Bill Mortimer gets a massive bill from the municipality Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen and Pierre Breytenbach. Mortimer Williams 3 February 2014
58 Nuwe Huismaat - New House Mate Melt is looking for a new house mate Melt Sieberhagen and Wikus du Toit Pierre van Heerden and Cindy Swanepoel 10 February 2014
59 Huismaat Probleme - House Mate Problems Melt and Van Heerden realised that living together is not easy. Melt Sieberhagen and Wikus du Toit Pierre van Heerden and Cindy Swanepoel 17 February 2014
60 Realiteitsprogram - Reality TV Wikus wants to make a reality TV program about his friends Melt Sieberhagen, Pierre Breytenbach and Wikus du Toit Desiré Gardner 24 February 2014
61 Supermodel - Super Model Cindy is entering a model search competition Melt Sieberhagen and Wikus du Toit Pierre van Heerden and Cindy Swanepoel 3 March 2014
62 Tandpyn - Tooth Ache Melt has a terrible tooth ache and all the friends are there to help. Melt Sieberhagen, Pierre Breytenbach and Wikus du Toit Ilne Fourie 10 March 2014
63 Fortuinverteller - Psychic Ilne can see the future. Melt Sieberhagen and Wikus du Toit Pierre van Heerden and Ilne Fourie 17 March 2014
64 Sportsaand - Sport Evening The friends are playing sports on their Wii Pierre Breytenbach and Wikus du Toit Toks van der Linde and Cindy Swanepoel 24 March 2014

Season 4 episodes

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Ep. Title Story line Actors Celebrity guest Tx Date
79 Waldi Returns - Waldi is terug Waldi returns from Los Angeles. Waldi Schultz, Wikus du Toit, Melt Sieberhagen and Pierre Breytenbach None 1 April 2015

Transmission

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On 29 April 2010 kykNet announced that all 26 episodes of Proesstraat will not be aired continuously. The channel decided to air the first 15 episodes, take a break of 3 months and re-commence with the final 11 episodes on 7 August 2010.[7] The first season of Proesstraat was extremely favorably received by critics and one newspaper reviewer called it “...deliciously funny.”[8] The final episode of Season 2 was aired on 26 September 2011.

References

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  1. ^ "Schillerstraße". www.sat1.de (in German). 2011-12-06. Retrieved 2018-09-26.
  2. ^ "Details". Archived from the original on 2010-01-23. Retrieved 2010-02-01.
  3. ^ "Details". Archived from the original on 2010-01-23. Retrieved 2010-02-01.
  4. ^ "Beeld". Netwerk24. Retrieved 2018-09-26.
  5. ^ "M-NET - is Jou Sitplek al Bespreek?". Archived from the original on 2011-07-23. Retrieved 2010-01-03.
  6. ^ "SAFTAs Home". www.nfvf.co.za. Retrieved 2018-09-26.
  7. ^ "M-NET - Proesstraat". Archived from the original on 2010-03-07. Retrieved 2010-02-07.
  8. ^ "Beeld". Netwerk24. Retrieved 2018-09-26.
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