SOUTH AFRICA THEATRE NEWSROOM

Cape Town Opera (CTO) has revealed the details of each production in its 2026 season, announcing, among other highlights, a five-city international tour of Porgy and Bess.

Award-winning playwright Gavin Werner will present two new plays at The Masque Theatre in Cape Town this April, featuring the premiere of MEETING MURPHY and the acclaimed SPANISH STEPS.

Irene Village Theatre will present the beloved musical CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, bringing Roald Dahl's magical world to life on stage.

Cape Town City Ballet will present a new production of Dracula at Artscape from 13 March 2026, led by an outstanding South African and international cast.

YOU SHOULD GO IN, a powerful new South African drama by Emma Amber and Origen Productions, will run 15–25 April at Masambe Theatre at Baxter Theatre Centre.

Cape Town Opera (CTO) and the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra (CPO), two of South Africa's foremost cultural institutions, will unite once again for their annual collaboration in a magnificent celebration of Baroque and Classical choral brilliance.

A powerful, intense solo performance by Alan Committie that drags The Iliad out of history and into the present.

A lively, fast-paced and very funny romp through Shakespeare.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, a cult classic musical, will be staged at Theatre on the Bay from April to May 2026, featuring a collaboration between Pieter Toerien Productions and LAMTA.

Sumptuous design, assured dancing and clear storytelling combine to create a Nutcracker that is both elegant and utterly engrossing.

Imibungazo Personality Management Production, in partnership with the Joburg Theatre, will present the third instalment of 10 South African Sopranos, taking place on 28 and 29 March 2026 at The Mandela theatre.

Watching AND THE GIRLS IN THEIR SUNDAY DRESSES at the Baxter, I was reminded in many ways of WAITING FOR GODOT.

The 16th annual Baxter Zabalaza Theatre Festival will once again champion local stories and artistic excellence, while giving a platform to the next generation of theatre makers.

From 26 to 31 March 2026, Cape Town Opera (CTO) will present Opera Blocks: Under the Sea, an immersive theatrical experience created especially for babies and toddlers aged 0–5.

After successful shows in Cape Town, THE OPERA SINGER, starring Fiona Ramsay and Owain Rhys-Davies, will open at Theatre on the Square in Sandton.

In his highly-acclaimed show, KEY CHANGE, Jonathan showcases the various piano based comedians, singers and entertainers who have shaped and influenced his musical tastes through various phases of his life.

Scenario Productions has announced the 2026 season at Die Centurion Teater, featuring HAIRSPRAY – THE BROADWAY MUSICAL, PETER PAN JR.

Cape Town Opera, in association with the City of Cape Town's  Community, Arts and Culture Development Department, will host three free concerts in Bothasig, Langa and Fish Hoek next week.

The Drama Factory will present PET-FRIENDLY, a comedy that intertwines pets with social commentary, on February 25-26, 2026.

Cape Town Opera will present HOERIKWAGGO in collaboration with Monique Pelser Studio, featuring daily sonic interventions at Art Week, coinciding with the Investec Cape Town Art Fair.

Comedian Alan Committie will present his latest solo performance, AV-A-LAUGH-TA, at Pieter Toerien's Montecasino Theatre from March 20th to April 12th, 2026.

A sharp, silly and fearless comedy ride where smart political satire meets mischievous puppets and riotous audience interaction.

Celebrating her 100th show and a sold out festive season at the plush Spiegeltent at Century City, The Royal Countess Zingara has announced the addition of a new international act to the show lineup.

Jonathan Roxmouth will present 'KEY CHANGE - My Favourite Pianists' at Theatre On The Bay, showcasing influential piano-based artists with a live band in March.

A gripping courtroom drama.