The latest theatre news from South Africa — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
After a successful national run in 2024, Jason and Nicholas Goliath are back with an all-new edition of The Happiness Economy Comedy Tour - live at the Pieter Toerien Theatre.
Following its critically acclaimed London run, the compelling drama and hit one-man show Moffie will retirn home for its South African premiere at The Baxter.
I am continuously mesmerised by theatre-makers’ abilities to deliver fresh and novel adaptations of Shakespeare plays.
Opening at Artscape in Cape Town in December 2025 before transferring to Montecasino's Teatro in Johannesburg, Cats is set to run through the festive season and into early 2026.
Experience a powerful meeting of classical literature and contemporary African artistry this month at Vergenoegd Löw Wine Estate near Stellenbosch.
To commemorate her 20 year-anniversary on the SA music scene, Simphiwe Dana will be exploring the many songs from her repertoire in her upcoming celebration of her career at the Baxter Theatre Concert Hall.
Opening at Artscape in Cape Town in December 2025 before transferring to Montecasino's Teatro in Johannesburg, this production is set to dazzle audiences through the festive season and into early 2026.
That's right, there's a part 2! And it is excellent.
London’s award-winning creative company, Sisters Grimm, have announcd the South African premiere of the Grammy-nominated, smash hit musical INALA.
Cape Ballet Africa presents a new programme of short works at the Drama Factory where the Company enjoyed presenting work in 2024.
South African-born director and choreographer Dane Hurst has been named Artistic Director of Joburg Ballet.
Fresh off his double victory at the 2025 Savanna Comics' Choice Awards, KwaZulu-Natal's comedic sensation, Robby Collins, will be bringing his signature wit and storytelling to the 26th annual JiVE Cape Town Funny Festival.
'Vrou Met 27 Kinders' will be presented at The Drama Factory From Sat 3 May 2025 to Sat 3 May 2025.
A show at the Masambe Theatre is always an intimate experience, by virtue of the size of the theatre.
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NCT will stage The Lion King JR, Disney's Junior production of the internationally celebrated musical, with a cast of 50 young learners.
Prepare for a first of its kind live concert event as Grammy Award-winning entertainment icon Lebo M takes to the stage in Cape Town at the prestigious Grand Arena at GrandWest.
The Masque will present Shakespeare's classic tragedy HAMLET in a fresh new production that will resonate with everyone from high school learners to Shakespeare enthusiasts.
The 15th annual Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa (SSFSA) will return to the District Six Homecoming Centre from 6 to 31 May 2025, bigger and better than ever before!
Get ready for a laugh-out-loud experience as one of South Africa's most recognizable and influential comedians, Kurt Schoonraad, takes to the stage in Cape Town with his latest one-man show, Funny Side Up.
Set against a backdrop of war, forbidden love, betrayal, and cultural conflict, CTO's Artistic Director, Magdalene Minnaar, unveils a bold, Africanfuturistic reimagining of this iconic opera.
The critically acclaimed Tony Award-winning play A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2 by Lucas Hnath arrives at the Theatre on the Square for a limited season.
In celebration of its 45th Anniversary, the College of Magic will present MAJIKA, a world-class production that blends cutting-edge illusions with contemporary African artistry, leaving audiences breathless with its mind-bending feats.
Voting for the final round of BroadwayWorld's Best Musical 2025 Bracket is now open.
NCT will be hosting the production of The Wonderful World of Beatrix Potter, which will entertain and educate young theatre goers and offer a nostalgic journey to parents and older patrons too.
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BROADWAY THE NSA WAY - ON THE LIST The Lesedi at the Joburg Theatre (8/06-8/09) |
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MAMMA MIA! The Musical! Artscape Theatre (9/03-10/11) |
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MAMMA MIA! Artscape Theatre (9/03-10/11) |
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Swan Lake Teatro at Montecasino (8/07-8/21) |
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HIGHLIGHTS Homecoming Centre (8/26-8/29) |
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MAMMA MIA! The Musical! Teatro at Montecasino (10/16-11/22) |
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NDLOVU YOUTH CHOIR Teatro at Montecasino (7/29-8/02) |
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HIGHLIGHTS UJ Arts & Culture (8/20-8/23) |
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MAMMA MIA! Teatro at Montecasino (10/16-11/22) |
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Enrico Brignano - Bello di Mamma 2026 Mapo Club (9/01-9/01) |
