Review: THE KILLING OF A UNION LEADER at Artscape Arena
The play runs 80 minutes, a comfortable length of time in which to confront distinctly uncomfortable themes that are uncomfortable because they are universal.
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Review: RISE '76: THE STORY OF JUNE 16TH at Baxter Studio
Rise ’76: The Story of June 16th is a brilliantly crafted and deeply moving production that combines powerful performances, expressive movement and haunting visual design to bring the pain and humanity of the 1976 uprising vividly to life.
Review: VASLAV at Milnerton Playhouse
Vaslav is a haunting and brilliantly crafted production that captures both the genius and torment of Vaslav Nijinsky with extraordinary emotional power.
Review: SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at Wave Theatre
The choreography around the simple set and the physical theatre elements worked well to support the solid vocal performances.
Review: HATCHED ENSEMBLE at Baxter Theatre
A powerful visual journey from constraint to liberation, as tightly controlled movement in stark white builds into frenetic intensity.
Review: YOU SHOULD GO IN at Masambe At The Baxter
At the Masambe Theatre at the Baxter Theatre Centre, YOU SHOULD GO IN delivers a moving and deeply human story about the lasting impact of abandonment and the complicated nature of forgiveness.
Review: SPANISH STEPS AND MEETING MURPHY at Masque Theatre
As a double bill, these two stories are entertaining and thought-provoking theatre.
Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Theatre On The Bay
A bold, fresh and fabulously fun revival—well worth stepping out of your comfort zone for.
Review: STUPID FUCKING BIRD at Baxter Studio
A deeply moving and relatable production that blends raw emotion with sharp humour.
Review: PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL is Toe-Tapping, Romcom Fun at The Artscape
If you love a romcom, it doesn't get much better than PRETTY WOMAN.
Review: Cape Town City Ballet's DRACULA is Sublime at the Artscape
David Nixon's unearthly choreography, the commitment and talent of the performers and the stunning soundtrack and lighting all come together to make this must-see theatre for anyone who loves dance.
Review: ZABALAZA THEATRE FESTIVAL AT THE BAXTER at The Baxter Theatre
The preview of sixteen productions at the Baxter Zabalaza Theatre Festival revealed an impressive depth of talent, creativity and passion from emerging theatre-makers.
Review: KEY CHANGE at Theatre On The Bay
Warm, relaxed and full of nostalgia, Key Change showcases Jonathan Roxmouth at his most engaging.
Review: AN ILIAD at Baxter Flipside
A powerful, intense solo performance by Alan Committie that drags The Iliad out of history and into the present.
Review: THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) at The Masque Theatre
A lively, fast-paced and very funny romp through Shakespeare.
Review: THE NUTCRACKER at Artscape
Sumptuous design, assured dancing and clear storytelling combine to create a Nutcracker that is both elegant and utterly engrossing.
Review: AND THE GIRLS IN THEIR SUNDAY DRESSES is full of heart at the Baxter
Watching AND THE GIRLS IN THEIR SUNDAY DRESSES at the Baxter, I was reminded in many ways of WAITING FOR GODOT.
Review: PUPPET POWER at Theatre On The Bay
A sharp, silly and fearless comedy ride where smart political satire meets mischievous puppets and riotous audience interaction.
Review: THE NIGHT OF JANUARY 16TH at Milnerton Playhouse
A gripping courtroom drama.
Review: TWELFTH NIGHT gives a taste of La Dolce Vita at Maynardville
If you're like many people who have difficulty telling Shakespeare's comedies apart, just remember that TWELFTH NIGHT is the one with the yellow stockings.
Review: THE OPERA SINGER at Baxter Studio
A riveting two-hander, The Opera Singer peels back the diva’s glamour to reveal vulnerability and truth.
Review: LISTENING TO WALLS WEAR OFF THEIR COLOUR at Baxter Theatre
Listening to Walls Wear Off Their Colour is an intimate, thought-provoking experience that demands more than passive observation.
Review: COLLEEN THE MUSICAL at Pam Golding Theatre At The Baxter
Colleen the Musical arrives with a flourish of sass, sparkle and unmistakeable Cape Town flavour.
Review: MOANA JR at THEATRE ARTS
MOANA JR.
Review: ALICE IN WONDERLAND - A PANTOMIME is good fun for all
I'm pretty sure that you will love ALICE IN WONDERLAND - A PANTO (and don't you tell me 'oh no, I won't' because I'll just say 'oh yes, you will').
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