BWW Review: Gender and Performance Under the Spotlight in ACTRESSES: AN ADAPTATION OF CHEKHOV'S 'THE SEAGULL' at #NAF2016
by David Fick - July 09, 2016
ACTRESSES: AN ADAPTATION OF CHEKHOV'S 'THE SEAGULL' is the kind of production that captures one's attention. The poster is excellent, with an image that is as provocative as production company Black Hole Collective's description of their work. Anon Chekhov's 1895 drama was first produced the following year and became a landmark play in Konstantin Stanislavsky's 1898 staging for the Moscow Art Theatre.
by David Fick - July 09, 2016
ACTRESSES: AN ADAPTATION OF CHEKHOV'S 'THE SEAGULL' is the kind of production that captures one's attention. The poster is excellent, with an image that is as provocative as production company Black Hole Collective's description of their work. Anon Chekhov's 1895 drama was first produced the following year and became a landmark play in Konstantin Stanislavsky's 1898 staging for the Moscow Art Theatre.
BWW Review: Devilishly Wicked Satire on the Drill Hall Stage in FATHER, FATHER, FATHER at #NAF16
by David Fick - July 08, 2016
The winner of a Silver Standard Bank Ovation Award last year, Robaby's FATHER, FATHER, FATHER is back on the National Lottery Fringe at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. A devilishly wicked satire, this physical theatre piece was created by cast members Roberto Pombo, Joni Barnard and Rachael Neary under the direction of Toni Morkel.
by David Fick - July 08, 2016
The winner of a Silver Standard Bank Ovation Award last year, Robaby's FATHER, FATHER, FATHER is back on the National Lottery Fringe at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. A devilishly wicked satire, this physical theatre piece was created by cast members Roberto Pombo, Joni Barnard and Rachael Neary under the direction of Toni Morkel.
BWW Review: PEOPLE BENEATH OUR FEET at #NAF2016 Represents Significant Development for Hungry Minds Productions
by David Fick - July 07, 2016
PEOPLE BENEATH OUR FEET is the first original play from Hungry Minds Productions, written by Katya Mendelson and Kiroshan Naidoo in response to the refugee crisis that has been the result of the Syrian civil war. This new play grapples with important issues and represents a significant development for this young theatre company.
by David Fick - July 07, 2016
PEOPLE BENEATH OUR FEET is the first original play from Hungry Minds Productions, written by Katya Mendelson and Kiroshan Naidoo in response to the refugee crisis that has been the result of the Syrian civil war. This new play grapples with important issues and represents a significant development for this young theatre company.
BWW Review: Highly Watchable New Production of OUT OF BOUNDS at #NAF2016 Needs More Nuanced Directorial Eye
by David Fick - July 07, 2016
Although OUT OF BOUNDS is highly watchable, director Crizelle Anthony should re-interrogate her production thoroughly so as to refine both her vision and her execution of this still significant South African play by Rajesh Gopie
by David Fick - July 07, 2016
Although OUT OF BOUNDS is highly watchable, director Crizelle Anthony should re-interrogate her production thoroughly so as to refine both her vision and her execution of this still significant South African play by Rajesh Gopie
NIQABI NINJA to Play Alexander Upstairs This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2016
NIQABI NINJA, written by Sara Shaarawi, directed by Megan Furniss, and performed by Bianca Flanders and Loren Loubser, is slated for Alexander Upstairs Theatre in July and August.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2016
NIQABI NINJA, written by Sara Shaarawi, directed by Megan Furniss, and performed by Bianca Flanders and Loren Loubser, is slated for Alexander Upstairs Theatre in July and August.
BWW Review: Far-fetched and Flimsy, SCRATCH is a Heartfelt Attempt at Creating Original Musical Theatre
by David Fick - July 06, 2016
SCRATCH, written by Heather Livesey, describes itself as an 'indie style musical'. The piece comes across very much like a first draft, with its far-fetched and flimsy plot never finding any kind of coherent throughline in which an audience can truly invest its engagement.
by David Fick - July 06, 2016
SCRATCH, written by Heather Livesey, describes itself as an 'indie style musical'. The piece comes across very much like a first draft, with its far-fetched and flimsy plot never finding any kind of coherent throughline in which an audience can truly invest its engagement.
Last Chance to Catch Roland Perold's A GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK at #NAF16's Albany Cabaret Club
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2016
With more than half of its run at the National Arts Festival's Albany Cabaret Club done, audiences have only a few more opportunities to see Roland Perold in his charming cabaret, A GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK.
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2016
With more than half of its run at the National Arts Festival's Albany Cabaret Club done, audiences have only a few more opportunities to see Roland Perold in his charming cabaret, A GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK.
DANI AND THE LION Opens at #NAF16's Albany Cabaret Club
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2016
DANI AND THE LION, Daneel van der Walt's cabaret of stories as songs, began its run at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown today, with performances continuing through 10 July.
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2016
DANI AND THE LION, Daneel van der Walt's cabaret of stories as songs, began its run at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown today, with performances continuing through 10 July.
BWW Review: Magnificent THE GRAVEYARD Confirms Philip Rademeyer as One South Africa's Greatest Contemporary Playwrights
at NAF16
by David Fick - July 05, 2016
What happens when your parents' legacy is one of violence, alcoholism and abuse? That question is at the heart of THE GRAVEYARD, Philip Rademeyer's magnificent new play for the Rust Co-Operative.
by David Fick - July 05, 2016
What happens when your parents' legacy is one of violence, alcoholism and abuse? That question is at the heart of THE GRAVEYARD, Philip Rademeyer's magnificent new play for the Rust Co-Operative.
BWW Review: Artworks, Music and Dance Offer an Immersive experience in BIRD/FISH in the Commemoration Church Hall at #NAF16
by David Fick - July 05, 2016
The first Standard Bank Ovation Award winner of the 2016 National Arts Festival in Grahamstown, BIRD/FISH, is a solo exhibition by Kristin NG-Yang.
by David Fick - July 05, 2016
The first Standard Bank Ovation Award winner of the 2016 National Arts Festival in Grahamstown, BIRD/FISH, is a solo exhibition by Kristin NG-Yang.
BWW Review: Witty and Goofy, WHISTLE STOP a Playful Riff on the Meet-Cute
by David Fick - July 02, 2016
WHISTLE STOP, Ameera Patel's play about a brief encounter between a man and a woman in a park, is being revived at the National Arts Festival by Dark Laugh Theatre Company and Hijinks Theatre this year. Having won a Standard Bank Ovation Award at the National Arts Festival in 2014, the play is an absurd take on the meet-cute trope that is a staple of romantic comedies.
by David Fick - July 02, 2016
WHISTLE STOP, Ameera Patel's play about a brief encounter between a man and a woman in a park, is being revived at the National Arts Festival by Dark Laugh Theatre Company and Hijinks Theatre this year. Having won a Standard Bank Ovation Award at the National Arts Festival in 2014, the play is an absurd take on the meet-cute trope that is a staple of romantic comedies.
MANDRAGORA CIRCUS Heads to Alexander Upstairs This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2016
Mandragora Circus will perform at Alexander Upstairs Theatre this weekend, July 2 and July 3. Performed by Mariana Silva and Juan Cruz Bracamonte, the show is written and directed by Juan Cruz Bracamonte.
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2016
Mandragora Circus will perform at Alexander Upstairs Theatre this weekend, July 2 and July 3. Performed by Mariana Silva and Juan Cruz Bracamonte, the show is written and directed by Juan Cruz Bracamonte.
Hungry Minds Brings Callum Tibury's Ridiculous Comedy FABULOUS NOTHING to the Gymnasium at #NAF16
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
Hungry Minds Productions will present Callum Tilbury's FABULOUS NOTHING. Subtitled 'a play about something', the script was nominated for a Muse Award earlier this year.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
Hungry Minds Productions will present Callum Tilbury's FABULOUS NOTHING. Subtitled 'a play about something', the script was nominated for a Muse Award earlier this year.
Artscape Showcase Season at the 2016 National Arts Festival in Grahamstown
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
Artscape Theatre will be showcasing six productions at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. In association with The National Arts Festival, four productions will be presented and staged on the National Lottery Fringe, and two will receive support on the Main Stage at the Festival from 30 June to 10 July.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
Artscape Theatre will be showcasing six productions at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. In association with The National Arts Festival, four productions will be presented and staged on the National Lottery Fringe, and two will receive support on the Main Stage at the Festival from 30 June to 10 July.
BWW Preview: Mixing it Up at #NAF16
by David Fick - June 30, 2016
Variety is the spice of life on the National Lottery Fringe, with anything and everything on offer for audiences. In this third and final National Arts Festival preview column, I'll be looking at three diverse productions that I managed to see on various platforms before this year's festival, which should offer something for everyone, whether you're looking for stand-up comedy, family fare or magical illusions.
by David Fick - June 30, 2016
Variety is the spice of life on the National Lottery Fringe, with anything and everything on offer for audiences. In this third and final National Arts Festival preview column, I'll be looking at three diverse productions that I managed to see on various platforms before this year's festival, which should offer something for everyone, whether you're looking for stand-up comedy, family fare or magical illusions.
BWW Preview: Returning Shows with New Twists at #NAF16
by David Fick - June 30, 2016
In this second of three special columns previewing the National Arts Festival on BroadwayWorld, I'll be taking a look at three productions that I previously reviewed, all of which are back in Grahamstown on the National Lottery Fringe, having switched things up in one way or another since their original incarnations.
by David Fick - June 30, 2016
In this second of three special columns previewing the National Arts Festival on BroadwayWorld, I'll be taking a look at three productions that I previously reviewed, all of which are back in Grahamstown on the National Lottery Fringe, having switched things up in one way or another since their original incarnations.
MANDRAGORA CIRCUS Heads to Alexander Upstairs This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2016
Mandragora Circus will perform at Alexander Upstairs Theatre this weekend, July 2 and July 3. Performed by Mariana Silva and Juan Cruz Bracamonte, the show is written and directed by Juan Cruz Bracamonte.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2016
Mandragora Circus will perform at Alexander Upstairs Theatre this weekend, July 2 and July 3. Performed by Mariana Silva and Juan Cruz Bracamonte, the show is written and directed by Juan Cruz Bracamonte.
New Louis Viljoen Drama THE EMISSARY to Play the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
A new drama from writer-director Louis Viljoen will open at the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre tonight. THE EMISSARY will star Emily Child and Andrew Laubscher, with performances of the 55-minute play taking place through 16 July.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
A new drama from writer-director Louis Viljoen will open at the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre tonight. THE EMISSARY will star Emily Child and Andrew Laubscher, with performances of the 55-minute play taking place through 16 July.
Drostdy Theatre Offers Audiences a Wide Variety of Theatre Attractions this Winter
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
With a line-up of comedy, illusion and physical theatre, the Drostdy Theatre is offering audiences a wide variety of theatre attractions this winter season.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
With a line-up of comedy, illusion and physical theatre, the Drostdy Theatre is offering audiences a wide variety of theatre attractions this winter season.
AS EVER, BESSIE To Premiere at NAF16 Following Previews at the Galloway Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
On 5 July, the National Arts Festival's Arena Programme will host the world premiere of AS EVER, BESSIE - a poignant story that has been left untold, until now. Written and directed by Bobbie Fitchen, the play will have two special preview performances at the Galloway Theatre prior to its bow at the festival.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
On 5 July, the National Arts Festival's Arena Programme will host the world premiere of AS EVER, BESSIE - a poignant story that has been left untold, until now. Written and directed by Bobbie Fitchen, the play will have two special preview performances at the Galloway Theatre prior to its bow at the festival.
BWW Preview: Four Unmissable Shows on #NAF16's National Lottery Fringe
by David Fick - June 27, 2016
With audiences at the National Lottery Fringe at the National Arts Festival being spoiled for choice, BroadwayWorld South Africa previews some of the theatre highlights to be seen on stage at #NAF2016 in the first of three special columns.
by David Fick - June 27, 2016
With audiences at the National Lottery Fringe at the National Arts Festival being spoiled for choice, BroadwayWorld South Africa previews some of the theatre highlights to be seen on stage at #NAF2016 in the first of three special columns.
NODDY to Play Artscape Theatre Foyer
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2016
During the three-week June-July winter holiday, young theatre-lovers will have the opportunity to see Noddy and his friends in NODDY in the Artscape Theatre Foyer.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2016
During the three-week June-July winter holiday, young theatre-lovers will have the opportunity to see Noddy and his friends in NODDY in the Artscape Theatre Foyer.
Underground Dance Theatre to Present PULP at #NAF16, the Rosebank Theatre and the Galloway Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2016
Audiences at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown and Cape Town are in for a treat with the chance to catch the latest genre-bending production from multiple award Underground Dance Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2016
Audiences at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown and Cape Town are in for a treat with the chance to catch the latest genre-bending production from multiple award Underground Dance Theatre.
Photo Flash: Sally Vaughn Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at Big Top Arena
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2016
Frans Swart, CEO of Lefra Productions and Lance James presented Sally Vaughn with a lifetime achievement award on Saturday evening at the Country Spectacular Show at Carnival City's Big Top Arena for her tremendous contribution to Country Music in South Africa. Scroll down for photos!
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2016
Frans Swart, CEO of Lefra Productions and Lance James presented Sally Vaughn with a lifetime achievement award on Saturday evening at the Country Spectacular Show at Carnival City's Big Top Arena for her tremendous contribution to Country Music in South Africa. Scroll down for photos!
Revival of Rajesh Gopie's Award-Winning OUT OF BOUNDS at the National Arts Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2016
South African audiences will have an opportunity to see a play that was considered such an essential part of post-apartheid social dialogue in South Africa that Nelson Mandela himself requested a private performance of it when Hungry Minds Theatre revives Rajesh Gopie's OUT OF BOUNDS at the National Arts Festival this year.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2016
South African audiences will have an opportunity to see a play that was considered such an essential part of post-apartheid social dialogue in South Africa that Nelson Mandela himself requested a private performance of it when Hungry Minds Theatre revives Rajesh Gopie's OUT OF BOUNDS at the National Arts Festival this year.
Videos
|
PRETTY WOMAN: The Musical
Artscape Theatre Centre (3/18 - 4/19) | |
| VIEW SHOWS ADD A SHOW | ||
Get South Africa's #1 Theatre Newsletter
All the show news & discounts for South Africa & beyond.
