SOS Stories

SOS Stories

At DWR, we believe in more than just delivering exceptional gear — we believe in people. Over the years, we’ve witnessed incredible moments of resilience, community, and real human connection in our industry. SOS Stories is our space to share these moments — stories where support, opportunity, and sometimes just showing up made a difference.

From helping a young technician take their first steps in the industry, to standing by crews when the going got tough, these stories reflect the heart of who we are. We’re proud of the small miracles and big wins we’ve been a part of — and honoured to walk this journey with you.

The industry joins forces at SOS charity dinner

On 18 July, an impressive contingent of industry leaders gathered at The Venue in Melrose Arch to participate in the second SOS Dinner, a fundraising event hosted by DWR Distribution to assist people and families in the theatre and live

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SOS at Code Teen Camp

The SOS Charity fund was pleased to sponsor two girls to participate in Code Teen Camp – the Teenage Girl’s Passport to a positive self-image. The weekend of self-discovery, inspirational workshops and healthy lifestyle, hosted from 5th to 7th April

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Help Save Kendall’s Life

The South African industry have rallied behind legendary Kendall Dixon as he fights for his life – he urgently requires Immunotherapy treatment and an additional R200 000 still needs to be raised to meet the total cost of treatment which is

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SOS support fund for René Pennington

  In October 2018, the SOS Charity fund took hands with the entertainment industry in Durban, to raise funds for a fallen soldier who had an enormous hospital bill when his leg was amputated after being diagnosed with sugar diabetes.

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A bus of kids, the Hilton Festival and love!

With a general insanity and a profound love and belief in the arts, Sue Clarence and her team proudly put on the 26th Hilton Arts Festival, hosted at Hilton College in KwaZulu Natal. This year DWR Distribution’s SOS Charity Fund

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SOS stands with Vincent Joubert

  Everyone needs a helping hand from time to time, but in the case of Vincent Joubert, owner of Vibe Audio & Backline based in Springs, Johannesburg, it was a fader finger he needed. Family, friends in the industry such

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SOS adds light to the Hope School

DWR Distribution recently received an SOS message for help. Twelve bedside lamps were needed at The Hope School situated in Westcliff, Johannesburg. What sets the Hope School apart is that the 197 students who attend the school, numerous of whom

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LD Joshua Cutts & the SOS help TUT student

Lighting designer Joshua Cutts and the SOS Charity Fund have joined hands to help young Daniel Meledimo, a student from the Tshwane University of Technology, to complete his tuition. “Daniel, a young gentleman from TUT, arrived on our first day

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We will miss you Richard

It is with great sadness that we pay tribute to Richard Blamire, husband, dad, friend and the owner of Cape Staging who died tragically in a motorbike accident on the 8th November. Living in Bergvliet, Cape Town, Richard was well-known

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