Michael Mitchell

Review: GISELLE at the Baxter Theatre Centre Is an Entrancing and Ethereal Tryst of a Ballet
by Jaime Uranovsky - Nov 20, 2025

I have never been as entranced by a ballet as I was by this breathtaking production of GISELLE. Set in a rustic village surrounded by a dense wood, Michael Mitchell’s set is immensely atmospheric and one feels immediately drawn into its lush depths.

Emmanuel Garilus Crowned 2025 Apollo Theatre Amateur Night Grand Finale Winner
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2025

America's longest-running talent show, Amateur Night at The Apollo, crowned saxophonist Emmanuel Garilus as the winner of the show's grand finale on June 25.

Extra Shows Added for THE NUTCRACKER at Montecasino Due to High Demand
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025

Following the exciting announcement of a brand-new production of The Nutcracker opening at Montecasino's Teatro on 4 December, a demand for tickets has prompted Cape Ballet Africa to extend the run with six additional performances.

WICKED, EMILIA PEREZ, & More Win MPSE Golden Reel Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2025

Wicked, Emilia Perez, and more have won MPSE Golden Reel Awards, which honor outstanding achievement in sound editing, sound design, music editing and foley artistry in film, television and gaming.

WICKED, EMILIA PEREZ, & More Nominated for MPSE Golden Reel Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 6, 2025

Wicked, Emilia Perez, Mufasa: The Lion King, and more have been nominated for the 72nd Annual MPSE Golden Reel Awards, which honor outstanding achievement in sound editing, sound design, music editing and foley artistry in film, television and gaming.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; WAITRESS at Ogunquit Playhouse Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; Ogunquit Playhouse Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; WAITRESS at Ogunquit Playhouse Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Maine Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: CAPE BALLET AFRICA - SALT at Pam Golding Theatre At The Baxter
by Michelle B Lewis - Sep 24, 2024

From the captivating costumes to the dynamic execution, every detail was finely tuned, making the entire show an indelible experience.

Cape Town Opera's LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR Comes to Joburg Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2024

Cape Town Opera will celebrate its 25th anniversary milestone this year and return to Joburg Theatre this month with Lucia di Lammermoor for three performances only, from 25 to 28 July 2024. 

Cruz Angel Wins Amateur Night at The Apollo and $20,000 Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2024

The winner of America’s longest-running talent show Amateur Night at The Apollo, Cruz Angel, was crowned at the show’s grand finale on June 26 for his performance of “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail),” by Hillsong.

Winner To Be Crowned At Amateur Night Finale at The Apollo
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 22, 2024

Now in its 90th year, the winner of America's longest running talent show Amateur Night at The Apollo will be crowned.

Cape Town Opera Will Perform LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR At Artscape In June
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2024

Cape Town Opera, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, will present Gaetano Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor at Artscape from 14 to 23 June 2024. The  opera transfers to the Joburg Theatre on 25 July 2024 for a limited season. 

Cape Town Opera Brings Reimagined Production of Verdi's LA TRAVIATA to Artscape in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2023

Step into a world of passion, tragedy, magnificent melody and visual extravagance as Cape Town Opera (CTO) and Opera UCT present La traviata, Verdi's timeless masterpiece that will premiere at Artscape on 26 October 2023. Learn more about the production here!

SLUGish Ensemble to Release New Album 'In Solitude'
by Michael Major - Jul 5, 2023

SLUGish Ensemble’s third recording In Solitude. Led by composer and multi-reedist Steven Lugerner, In Solitude brings the chemistry of the band’s 2022 album, Live At Sam First, under the hood of Oakland’s venerable 25th Street Recording studio, extending the signature SLUGish minimalistic math-jazz to Lugerner’s inspired original compositions.

Review: THE PEARL FISHERS at Artscape Is Visually and Vocally Exquisite
by Jaime Uranovsky - May 12, 2023

Cape Town Opera’s production of Bizet’s THE PEARL FISHERS is a feast for the senses. The staging is minimal yet ethereal and allows the audience to float gently along the azure waters suggested onstage.

Levy Sekgapane Returns Home For Cape Town Opera's THE PEARL FISHERS at Artscape Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2023

From May 10-14, 2023, Cape Town Opera presents George Bizet’s masterful French opera The Pearl Fishers at Artscape with an all-star cast and chorus led by 2017 Operalia winner Levy Sekgapane in his debut as Nadir. 

Review: THE NUTCRACKER at Artscape Opera House Is an Enchanting, Top-Class Production
by Jaime Uranovsky - Dec 12, 2022

THE NUTCRACKER, one of the world’s most celebrated ballets, needs little introduction. As a Christmas-time favourite, it has come to be synonymous with the festive season. Now, on the 130th anniversary of the original production’s premier, producer Veronica Paeper and Cape Town City Ballet deliver an exquisite, magical rendition that cannot be

Young Stars Announced For Cape Town City Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2022

The young stars for Cape Town City Ballet's production of THE NUTCRACKER have been announced!