Review: UNTIL I ARRIVE at Baxter Theatre Studio
Lindokuhle Melaphi's award-winning solo show is a story of waiting for a father's approval.
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Review: THE FIFTH STEP is hilarious, sharp and hits you in the gut
THE FIFTH STEP is one of those plays that makes you laugh before hitting you with real emotion.
Review: MAMMA MIA! at Artscape Opera House brings Cape Town to its feet
MAMMA MIA! returns to South Africa with a splash.
Review: ART at Baxter Flipside
Marthinus Basson's ART turns a blank canvas into a friendship-ending grenade.
Review: WGRUV HIGHLIGHTS at Homecoming Centre
The production spoke to me through its beautiful choreography, simplicity and emotional clarity, proving that you don’t need to understand dance technique to connect with its meaning.
Review: TRANS/VAAL at The Drama Factory is a masterpiece with an important message
TRANS/VAAL is a richly textured piece of physical theatre.
Review: SCOTT at Masambe At The Baxter
SCOTT is powerful, moving theatre with an exceptional script by Morapeleng Molekoa and a mesmerising solo performance by Sbuja Dywili, who brings an entire world to life.
Review: APPLE AND EVE at Pinelands Players Clubhouse
A fast-paced, clever and thoroughly entertaining show, Apple & Eve impressed me with its talented four-person cast, sharp comic timing, excellent singing and remarkable character work.
Review: ONE-ACT PLAY FESTIVAL OF 2026 at The Masque Theatre
An enjoyable evening of contrasting theatre: The Black Bird was atmospheric, unsettling and thought-provoking, while Bottle Service delivered believable characters, warm humour and some genuinely funny moments.
Review: PRIMA FACIE at Baxter
PRIMA FACIE has been making huge waves on the West End and Broadway, and now it has been brought to life right here.
Review: BRASSE, TOT LAAT TOE at Masambe At The Baxter
A sensitive, beautifully crafted story about friendship, betrayal and confronting the past, brought to life with effective direction and staging.
Review: THE FOOL'S GUIDE... TO LIVING AND DYING at The Baxter Flipside
Andrew Buckland delivers a mesmerising solo performance, using only his body, voice and a chair to create an entire world of unforgettable characters.
Review: Dalin Oliver's STUCK IN DUBAI at Artscape Theatre
South African comedian Dalin Oliver found himself in an unexpectedly extraordinary situation during a routine layover in Dubai as missiles began to fall.
Review: THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD at Theatre On The Bay
I thoroughly enjoyed this beautifully staged Agatha Christie classic, with its atmospheric set, clever lighting and excellent performances led by Alan Committie's delightful Hercule Poirot.
Review: KARAMONK at Masambe At The Baxter
Karamonk is a delightful, imaginative piece of theatre that showcases Bianca Flanders' exceptional storytelling, beautiful singing voice and remarkable ability to bring an array of colourful characters to life.
Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN! at Artscape Theatre is a laugh a minute
Waterfront Theatre School brings Something Rotten! to South African audiences for the first time.
Review: THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE at Artscape Theatre is a must-see
The Pirates of Penzance is a delightful tale of swashbuckling pirates, starry-eyed lovers, and razor-sharp wit.
Review: 61ST CAPE TOWN THEATRE AWARDS at Baxter Theatre
An elegant and beautifully hosted afternoon that celebrated Cape Town's vibrant theatre community with warmth, style and genuine emotion.
Review: ROCKING AT 50 at Baxter Studio
A fun, uplifting evening filled with great rock 'n roll music, engaging storytelling and excellent musicianship.
Review: A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Theatre On The Bay
Beautifully staged with striking costumes, inventive direction and magnificent music, this production is a feast for both the eyes and ears.
Review: PUSS IN BOOTS at The Baxter Theatre
Puss in Boots, a pantomime written and directed by Steven Stead, has arrived at the Baxter Theatre just in time for the school holidays.
Review: THE UNLIKELY SECRET AGENT at Drama Factory
A gripping docudrama about Eleanor Kasrils's role in the anti-apartheid underground.
Review: ORPHEUS IN THE UNDERWORLD at Artscape Opera House
A hilarious, gorgeous 1920s reimagining of the Greek myth.
Review: ORPHEUS IN THE UNDERWORLD at Artscape
A visually stunning production with exquisite costumes, inventive sets and a wonderfully humorous 1920s twist on the classic myth.
Review: KILLER QUEEN at Theatre On The Bay
Killer Queen is a vibrant, high-energy celebration of Queen's music, brought to life by LAMTA's exceptionally talented dancers and singers.
