Review: CINDERELLA (CENDRILLON) at Artscape Opera House Is a Magical Blend of Opera, Ballet and Dialogue
Everyone has been acquainted with the story of CINDERELLA in some way, shape or form.
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Review: VINTAGE DUKEBOX at Theatre on the Bay Dazzles with 1920s Glamour, Talent and Fun
Whenever I have the privilege of attending a LAMTA show, I just know that I am going to be blown away – it is inevitably the highlight of that week for me and for whichever lucky friend or family member has successfully vied for the plus-one ticket.
Review: THE VISIGOTHS is a chilling exploration of abuse at Baxter Masambe Theatre
No story about abuse is easy to watch or engage with, and writer-director Louis Viljoen doesn't shy away from true depravity of the situation in THE VISIGOTHS.
Review: Pieter-Dirk Uys proves once again that he is the master of satire and characterisation in SELL-BY-DATE
Pieter-Dirk Uys knows just how to tap into our fears and our challenges, and make us laugh at them.
Review: THE PEARL FISHERS at Artscape Is Visually and Vocally Exquisite
Cape Town Opera’s production of Bizet’s THE PEARL FISHERS is a feast for the senses.
Review: MY FELLOW SOUTH AFRICANS at Innovation Lounge at Artscape Presents Relevant and Satirical Social Commentary
If South Africans know how to do one thing, it is to laugh – especially at ourselves.
Review: STRICTLY BRITISH at Milnerton Playhouse Is a Fun, High-Energy Ode to British Music
It is near impossible to pinpoint what exactly the essence of ‘British music’ is.
Review: FIREFLY is a Heartwarming Delight
FIREFLY was absolutely delightful, beautiful and charming.
Review: CRUISE at Homecoming Centre Is Poignant, Relevant and Powerful
What did our critic think of CRUISE at Homecoming Centre?CRUISE, originally written and performed by Jack Holden, was one of the first plays to open after the COVID-19 lockdown in London, after which it moved to the West End, garnering an Olivier Award nomination for Best New Play.
Review: THE KING OF BROKEN THINGS from Theatre Smiths Will Stay in Your Heart
Have you ever seen a piece of theatre that crawls into your heart and you’re happy for it to just stay there? This is how I feel after seeing THE KING OF BROKEN THINGS.
Review: MR HARE MEETS MR MANDELA and WANDA THE MUSICAL at the Homecoming Centre
In the world of theatre, the attitude towards children's theatre is not always positive.
Review: SUEÑOS at Theatre on the Bay Is a Sensual Celebration of Spanish Music and Dance
SUEÑOS, which translates to ‘dreams’ is an ode to Andalucía in Spain and is the third collaboration between internationally acclaimed and 2020 SAMA-winning guitarist James Grace, and leading choreographer and principal dancer of South Africa’s foremost Spanish dance company, Compañía Sophi
Review: JAKOB is beautiful magical realism at The Drama Factory
At its heart, JAKOB is a simple story.
Review: DIE MOEDER at The Baxter Explores the Nightmarish Conclusion of Motherhood
DIE MOEDER needs no introduction.
Review: IKRELE LE CHIZA…THE SERMON at Baxter Theatre Centre Is a Transcendental Experience
IKRELE LE CHIZA…THE SERMON, presented by the Baxter in collaboration with the Magnet Theatre, is a difficult to put into words – largely because of how experiential it is.
Review: BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY is A Rocking Spectacle at The Artscape
He may have lived way before my time, but Buddy Holly’s music is some of my favourite and it’s an absolute treat to see it performed live by the talented cast of BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY.
Review: DEVIL SONG is a Chocolate Box of Macabre Delicacies
The mood was set from the get-go when I watched DEVIL SONG on an autumnal evening with a yellowing moon.
Review: PATISSERIE FEMME's Deliciously Baked Feminism
The discourse surrounding feminism looks different than it did a few years ago.
Review: Fresh theatre at the ZABALAZA THEATRE FESTIVAL at the Baxter
The Baxter's foyer was packed on Saturday night for the opening of this year's ZABALAZA THEATRE FESTIVAL.
Review: KEY CHANGE hits all the right notes at Theatre On The Bay
I’ve known for some time now that Jonathon Roxmouth is a great singer.
Review: THE RANGERS at the Masambe Theatre Makes for a Riveting and Explosive Directorial Debut
THE RANGERS is a new play written and directed by Daniel Newton in his directorial debut.
Review: TOM, DICK AND HARRY at Milnerton Playhouse Is Filled to the Brim with Hilarious Tomfoolery
Milnerton Playhouse’s most recent offering is the hilarious TOM, DICK AND HARRY – a farce that takes place over the course of one day in a London home.
Review: A Kaleidoscope of Afrikaans Queerness In MY HART IS 'N MUURBAL (EN ANDER GEDAGTES)
It's 2023 and homophobia in South Africa still rears its ugly head in our cultural landscape far too often.
Review: SUMMERSNOW at Maynardville Open-Air Festival Delights and Entrances
The 2023 return to the Open-Air Festival at Maynardville ends with a captivating double-bill production presented by Cape Town City Ballet.
Review: Sandra Prinsloo is masterful in MASTER CLASS at Theatre On The Bay
I should probably start this review by stating that I am a huge fan of Sandra Prinsloo and the play MASTER CLASS.
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MAMMA MIA! The Musical! Artscape Theatre (9/03-10/11) |
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MAMMA MIA! The Musical! Teatro at Montecasino (10/16-11/22) |
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Enrico Brignano - Bello di Mamma 2026 Mapo Club (9/01-9/01) |
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MAMMA MIA! Teatro at Montecasino (10/16-11/22) |
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HIGHLIGHTS UJ Arts & Culture (8/20-8/23) |
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Resonance and Reflections Cape Town City Hall (9/03-9/03) |
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HIGHLIGHTS Homecoming Centre (8/26-8/29) |
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MAMMA MIA! Artscape Theatre (9/03-10/11) |