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Review: MAJIKA: AFRICA’S GREATEST ILLUSIONISTS Is a Spellbinding and Breathtaking Show of Wonder
I didn’t know what to expect when I went to watch Majika, having not observed much magic since birthday parties circa the early 2000s. However, from start to finish I was mesmerised, with my mouth often hanging open, in awe of the impossibilities of what I had just witnessed....
Review: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Theatre on the Bay Is a Musical Extravaganza
Everyone and his mother has seen JOSEPH – it’s an Andrew Lloyd Webber classic. I myself, have seen the show live five times – including school, community theatre, and professional productions (Never mind the Donny Osmond version that we hired on VHS when I was a little girl and which the show�...
Review: AIDA at the Artscape Opera House Is an African-Futurist Masterpiece
AIDA, long celebrated as one of Verdi’s most moving tragic operas, has been performed regularly since 1871 .This adaptation, however, is like nothing you have seen before. Set in 3025, this ethereal production draws on futuristic and visually breathtaking elements, rendering this production out of...
Review: HAMLET at the Masque Theatre Is Innovative, Relevant and Compelling
I am continuously mesmerised by theatre-makers’ abilities to deliver fresh and novel adaptations of Shakespeare plays. This feminist, gender-swapping retelling of HAMLET is such an adaptation. It is sublime – one of the best shows I have ever seen at the Masque Theatre....
Review: A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2 starring Bianca Amato and Zane Meas is brilliant
That's right, there's a part 2! And it is excellent. Written by American playwright and author Lucas Hnath and debuting in 2017, A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2 is quite literally the story of what happens after the end of Henrik Ibsen's classic. I want to say a big thank you to The Quickening Theatre Comp...
Review: MRS MITCHELL COMES TO TOWN at the Masambe Theatre Is a Shocking Psycho-Sexual Stand-Off
A show at the Masambe Theatre is always an intimate experience, by virtue of the size of the theatre. MRS MITCHELL COMES TO TOWN, however, is intimate in more ways than one....
Review: BLACK COFFEE at Theatre On The Bay
Agatha Christie is always entertaining with her great plot twists and delightfully strange characters. Pieter Toerien's offering of BLACK COFFEE certainly has everything you could want from a Christie murder mystery....
Review: FAUSTUS IN AFRICA! at Baxter Flipside Theatre
Three decades after its original premiere, William Kentridge and the renowned Handspring Puppet Company reunite to bring Faustus in Africa! back to life at The Baxter Theatre. This powerful reworking of their 1995 award-winning production is directed by Kentridge with Lara Foot ...
Review: THRILL ME - THE LEOPOLD AND LOEB STORY at Theatre On The Bay
THRILL ME - THE LEOPOLD AND LOEB STORY is the recounting of a true crime, but it's really about the why of it all. Add to that the layer of telling the story through song, and you have a piece of theatre that is both whimsical and chilling....
Review: MR & MRS NORMAL at The Masque Theatre, Muizenberg
Looking for a night of non-stop laughter and high-energy entertainment? Then don’t miss Mr & Mrs Normal, the outrageously funny musical comedy starring the dynamic duo, Aaron McIlroy and Lisa Bobbert! This comedic whirlwind is lighting up The Masque Theatre in Muizenberg for a lightning-fast tour ...
Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN brings the tears, the laughter and the goosebumps
DEAR EVAN HANSEN is a beautiful piece of musical theatre that hits you right in the gut and gave me goosebumps again and again. It's proof that SA has an exceptional level of talent!...
Review: I CAN BUY MYSELF FLOWERS from Mike van Graan is a real laugh
As the name of the play suggests, I CAN BUY MYSELF FLOWERS is all about women learning to love themselves. Written by Mike van Graan, directed by Toni Morkel and starring Erika Breytenbach, this play is good fun and good soul food....
Review: TO LIFE, WITH LOVE starring John Maytham and Directed by Josh Lindberg
This was a tough one to review because of the emotions that came up while watching... TO LIFE, WITH LOVE is a new work from Mike van Graan, starring John Maytham and directed by Josh Lindberg. At it's heart, this play is simple and honest....
Review: AN UNROMANTIC COMEDY at Baxter Studio - Baxter Theatre Centre
If you’re in the mood for a night of side-splitting laughter, sizzling chemistry and a refreshingly honest take on modern relationships, An Unromantic Comedy is exactly what you need. From the moment the first performer enters, this high-energy production grabs hold of the aud...
Review: THE TEMPEST is a hit at Maynardville Open-Air Festival
It shouldn't be a secret by now that I'm a big Shakespeare fan and I absolutely love the fact that the tradition of Shakespeare at Maynardville is not only still alive, but it's thriving thanks to the creative and wonderful minds of VR Theatrical. This year's offering is THE TEMPEST and I absolutely...
Review: THE UKUKHANYA ARTS PROJECT LAUNCH at Theatre Arts
The Ukukhanya Arts Project is a meaningful initiative that deserves wide recognition. It’s a celebration of innovation, creativity and collaboration and it calls out for support from schools, families and sponsors. Together, we can continue to bridge the gap between art and science, fostering grea...
Review: MY FAIR LADY at the Artscape Opera House Is Musical Theatre Perfection from Start to Finish
One of the world’s most adored musicals has arrived in Cape Town – and it’s “lover-ly”.
From start to finish, I was absolutely mesmerised by MY FAIR LADY. There is not a second of this show that isn’t pitch-perfect, aesthetically gorgeous, or choreographed in a unique and eye-catching w...
Review: THE NUTCRACKER at the the Artscape Theatre Centre Is a Lush, Festive Treat
In December 2022, I had the honour of seeing Veronica Paeper and Cape Town City Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER. The same talented production team returns this season to stage this timeless ballet again. The result is just as beautiful as when I watched it two years ago.
While this year’s production ta...
Review: ALL MY EX LOVERS ARE DEAD at the Masambe Theatre Reflects on Identity-Shaping Experiences of Past, Almost and Unrequited Loves
ALL MY EX LOVERS ARE DEAD is part confessional, part intimate chat with a good friend.
Written and directed by Dara Beth, this one-woman show is “an all too honest, mostly autobiographical reflection on love, desire, poor life choices, and how many cups of tea it takes to wake up and smell the co...
Review: RED RIDING HOOD at the Masque Theatre Is Fabulous, Fun and Feisty
Pantomimes aren’t easy – at once they must captivate children for upwards of two hours while also catering to the sensibilities of the adults in the audience. RED RIDING HOOD manages to ace both of these components. In fact, this might be my favourite of the annual pantos at the Masque Theatre �...
Review: JOLTYD - THROUGH THE AGES OF MUSIC at Pam Golding Theatre, Baxter
Whether you’re looking for a memorable night out with friends, a family bonding experience or a unique way to entertain visiting tourists, JOLTYD - Through the Ages of Music is the perfect choice. It captures the very essence of Cape Town’s festive spirit, joyful, inclusive and full of life....
Review: GLIMMER at Magnet Theatre, Observatory
Don’t miss the chance to experience Glimmer, a show that entertains, inspires and speaks to the heart of what it means to grow up today. It’s a performance that will stay with you long after the final curtain call! A captivating, thought-provoking experience for teenagers and families.
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Review: MINA THINA at Magnet Theatre, Observatory
Let Mina Thina inspire, entertain and spark conversations about family, community and the challenges many face. Gather your loved ones and head to Magnet Theatre, it’s a performance that will touch hearts and open minds!...
Review: SCROOGE MACBETH at Milnerton Playhouse In Cape Town
Prepare for a delightful mash-up of holiday cheer and Shakespearean drama in Scrooge Macbeth, a cleverly written two-act comedy that elevates the phrase “the show must go on” to hilarious new heights....
Review: GAME OF NAMES: SEASON 2 at Novalis Ubuntu Centre Is a Fabulous and Entertaining Night Out
I never saw the first iteration of GAME OF NAMES, which was staged by Pinelands Players in 2017. If you’re in the same boat, this shouldn’t deter you from going to see GAME OF NAMES: SEASON 2.
This musical game show extravaganza combines elements from game shows and musical theatre to create a ...
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