Anthea Thompson to Muse on MY BRILJANTE EGSKEIDING at the Drostdy Theatre this June
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2016
Geraldine Aron's MY BRILLIANT DIVORCE has been produced worldwide since its debut in 2001, including a production featuring British comic legend, Dawn French. Now for the first time in South Africa, and in Afrikaans, MY BRIJLANTE EGSKEIDING will star Anthea Thompson.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2016
Geraldine Aron's MY BRILLIANT DIVORCE has been produced worldwide since its debut in 2001, including a production featuring British comic legend, Dawn French. Now for the first time in South Africa, and in Afrikaans, MY BRIJLANTE EGSKEIDING will star Anthea Thompson.
K2KPAF 7784 INVASION Kasi-2-Kasi Public Art Festival in Khayelitsha on 4 June
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2016
After two successful editions of the Kasi-2-Kasi Public Art Festival (K2KPAF) in Delft and Gugulethu, Theatre4Change in partnership with the Community Arts and Culture Centres Federation of the Western Cape and the Collective of Creative Artists (COCA) are pleased to announce another round of the festival, subtitled 7784 INVASION, to be held in Khayelitsha on 4 June at 13:00.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2016
After two successful editions of the Kasi-2-Kasi Public Art Festival (K2KPAF) in Delft and Gugulethu, Theatre4Change in partnership with the Community Arts and Culture Centres Federation of the Western Cape and the Collective of Creative Artists (COCA) are pleased to announce another round of the festival, subtitled 7784 INVASION, to be held in Khayelitsha on 4 June at 13:00.
BWW Review: Mongiwekhaya's I SEE YOU / NGIYAKUBONA / EK SIEN JOU / NDIYAKUBONA Negotiates Essential South African Territory
by David Fick - May 18, 2016
Mongiwekhaya's I SEE YOU / NGIYAKUBONA / EK SIEN JOU / NDIYAKUBONA places the issue of reconciliation within and between black communities within the wider context of South Africa's fractured rainbow nation - an image that was perhaps more idealistic than true.
by David Fick - May 18, 2016
Mongiwekhaya's I SEE YOU / NGIYAKUBONA / EK SIEN JOU / NDIYAKUBONA places the issue of reconciliation within and between black communities within the wider context of South Africa's fractured rainbow nation - an image that was perhaps more idealistic than true.
BWW Review: Poetic and Powerful SILLAGE an Extraordinary Theatrical Experience
by David Fick - May 16, 2016
Penny Youngleson's new play accomplishes its enlightenment through a domestic scenario without ever becoming didactic or patronising; that it does so by using a powerful, unique and pliable central metaphor makes SILLAGE all the more remarkable.
by David Fick - May 16, 2016
Penny Youngleson's new play accomplishes its enlightenment through a domestic scenario without ever becoming didactic or patronising; that it does so by using a powerful, unique and pliable central metaphor makes SILLAGE all the more remarkable.
New Edition of THE PLOTHOLE - Directed by Rob van Vuuren - to Make its Bow at the Book Lounge
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
Stand-up comedy duo Stuart Cairns and WestleyCockrell will perform their show, THE PLOTHOLE, Down in the Basement at the Book Lounge on 27 May.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
Stand-up comedy duo Stuart Cairns and WestleyCockrell will perform their show, THE PLOTHOLE, Down in the Basement at the Book Lounge on 27 May.
Rising Ballet Stars to Shine in Beloved COPPELIA at Artscape
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
Rising young stars of the Cape Town City Ballet are set to take centre stage in the classic and comic ballet, COPPELIA, at Artscape in Cape Town. Based on the well-known tale by E.T.A. Hoffmann, this sparkling production of the beloved ballet has a short run at the end of May.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
Rising young stars of the Cape Town City Ballet are set to take centre stage in the classic and comic ballet, COPPELIA, at Artscape in Cape Town. Based on the well-known tale by E.T.A. Hoffmann, this sparkling production of the beloved ballet has a short run at the end of May.
DISTRICT SIX - KANALA Extends Run at The Fugard Theatre Through July
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
Owing to popular demand and after an extraordinary run thus far, the Eric Abraham and Fugard Theatre production of DISTRICT SIX - KANALA, David Kramer's brand new musical tribute, has now been extended to 3 July 2016, which will also be the official closing date of the show.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
Owing to popular demand and after an extraordinary run thus far, the Eric Abraham and Fugard Theatre production of DISTRICT SIX - KANALA, David Kramer's brand new musical tribute, has now been extended to 3 July 2016, which will also be the official closing date of the show.
2015 Artists in Residency Announced by The Africa Centre
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
The Africa Centre is pleased to announce the artists selected by The Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center as part of its 2015 Artists In Residency Programme.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
The Africa Centre is pleased to announce the artists selected by The Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center as part of its 2015 Artists In Residency Programme.
Naked Girls Reading Bring UNDER THE INFLUENCE to the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
Live nude reading is back at the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre this May with the Cape Town chapter of Naked Girls Reading presenting their new show, UNDER THE INFLUENCE.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
Live nude reading is back at the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre this May with the Cape Town chapter of Naked Girls Reading presenting their new show, UNDER THE INFLUENCE.
THE WHITE WHORE AND THE BIT PLAYER Opens Tonight at the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
A new production of Tom Eyen's THE WHITE WHORE AND THE BIT PLAYER, directed by Christopher Weare and starring Jazzara Jaslyn and Donna Cormack-Thomson, will open at the Alexander Bar tonight.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
A new production of Tom Eyen's THE WHITE WHORE AND THE BIT PLAYER, directed by Christopher Weare and starring Jazzara Jaslyn and Donna Cormack-Thomson, will open at the Alexander Bar tonight.
Jazzart's INMOTION to Celebrate Young Dancers at Artscape Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
Jazzart Dance Theatre will present their new production INMOTION at the Artscape Theatre on 24 and 25 June. Bookings for the show can be made through Computicket or by phone through Artscape Dial-a-Seat on 021 421 7695.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
Jazzart Dance Theatre will present their new production INMOTION at the Artscape Theatre on 24 and 25 June. Bookings for the show can be made through Computicket or by phone through Artscape Dial-a-Seat on 021 421 7695.
Jimmy Nevis to Headline Sekunjalo Edujazz Concert at Artscape Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
The Sekunjalo Edujazz Concert is set to entertain and empower the Mother City once again, with this year's edition of the annual fundraising event taking place at the Artscape Theatre in June.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016
The Sekunjalo Edujazz Concert is set to entertain and empower the Mother City once again, with this year's edition of the annual fundraising event taking place at the Artscape Theatre in June.
BWW Review: Soloists Shine, but Ambitious SHADES OF LOVE is Undercut by Whitewashing and Poor Design
by David Fick - May 13, 2016
Cape Town City Ballet is nothing if not ambitious. SHADES OF LOVE sees the company's featured artists dancing superbly, but the production never coheres into a fully-realised evening of ballet.
by David Fick - May 13, 2016
Cape Town City Ballet is nothing if not ambitious. SHADES OF LOVE sees the company's featured artists dancing superbly, but the production never coheres into a fully-realised evening of ballet.
Artscape to Present Benjamin Jephta Quintet This June
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2016
Artscape is set to present the highly anticipated, multi-award nominee Benjamin Jephta Quintet as part of the Artscape Youth Month celebrations. Bassist and composer Jephta will lead the quintet, which features Kyle Shepherd (piano), Marcus Wyatt (trumpet), Sisonke Xonti (sax) and Jonno Sweetman (drums).
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2016
Artscape is set to present the highly anticipated, multi-award nominee Benjamin Jephta Quintet as part of the Artscape Youth Month celebrations. Bassist and composer Jephta will lead the quintet, which features Kyle Shepherd (piano), Marcus Wyatt (trumpet), Sisonke Xonti (sax) and Jonno Sweetman (drums).
Additional Performances Announced for Disney on Ice's WORLDS OF ENCHANTMENT in South Africa
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2016
To accommodate the high demand for tickets for Disney On Ice's WORLDS OF ENCHANTMENT, local promoter Showtime Management has added an extra 15:00 show on 28 June at the Ticketpro Dome in Johannesburg and two extra shows at the Grand West Grand Arena in Cape Town at 18:00 on 6 July and 15:00 on 7 July.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2016
To accommodate the high demand for tickets for Disney On Ice's WORLDS OF ENCHANTMENT, local promoter Showtime Management has added an extra 15:00 show on 28 June at the Ticketpro Dome in Johannesburg and two extra shows at the Grand West Grand Arena in Cape Town at 18:00 on 6 July and 15:00 on 7 July.
C'EST BIZARRE Brings Music, Comedy and Magic to the Alexander Upstairs this June
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
C'EST BIZARRE - a quirky soiree filled with music, comedy and magic - promises to be an hour of pure entertainment for audiences at the Alexander Bar and Café's Upstairs Theatre this June.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
C'EST BIZARRE - a quirky soiree filled with music, comedy and magic - promises to be an hour of pure entertainment for audiences at the Alexander Bar and Café's Upstairs Theatre this June.
TSWALO/SOURCE to Play Alexander Upstairs in June
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
In TSWALO/SOURCE, lyrical prose, poetry and physical storytelling entwine to interrogate the rules that govern life on earth: power, creation, truth and connection, intuition. Directed by Mahlatsi Mokgonyana, the 50-minute show is described by writer-performer Billy Langa as the 'expression of his source'.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
In TSWALO/SOURCE, lyrical prose, poetry and physical storytelling entwine to interrogate the rules that govern life on earth: power, creation, truth and connection, intuition. Directed by Mahlatsi Mokgonyana, the 50-minute show is described by writer-performer Billy Langa as the 'expression of his source'.
TIGERLILY, with Josie Field and Laurie Levine, to Perform at Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
The blues infused vocal-rock of Josie Field connects with the intimate folk, country styles of Laurie Levine to create a unique and intimate musical experience. Dubbed the 'Collaboration of the Year', and winners of the Standard Bank Ovation award in Grahamstown in 2014, these two Joburg based singer songwriters have created a show that has gone from strength to strength over the last three years.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
The blues infused vocal-rock of Josie Field connects with the intimate folk, country styles of Laurie Levine to create a unique and intimate musical experience. Dubbed the 'Collaboration of the Year', and winners of the Standard Bank Ovation award in Grahamstown in 2014, these two Joburg based singer songwriters have created a show that has gone from strength to strength over the last three years.
MEMORABLE MOMENTS WITH STUART LIGHTBODY Set for Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
Stuart Lightbody is back at the Alexander Bar, Café and Theatre, inviting audiences to come and revel in award-winning magic and sleight of hand wonder in MEMORABLE MOMENTS WITH STUART LIGHTBODY.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
Stuart Lightbody is back at the Alexander Bar, Café and Theatre, inviting audiences to come and revel in award-winning magic and sleight of hand wonder in MEMORABLE MOMENTS WITH STUART LIGHTBODY.
Irit Noble Coming to Alexander Upstairs this June
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
Comedy diva Irit Noble will be the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre this June in an hour-long comedy show that she has co-written with Jean-Pierre and Murray-Kline.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
Comedy diva Irit Noble will be the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre this June in an hour-long comedy show that she has co-written with Jean-Pierre and Murray-Kline.
Gaëtan Schmid to Explore THE MATING GAME at the Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
Gaëtan Schmid returns to the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre with THE MATING GAME, written and performed by himself, with direction by Lara Bye.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
Gaëtan Schmid returns to the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre with THE MATING GAME, written and performed by himself, with direction by Lara Bye.
Racy Cabaret LISSIFIR TABOO to Play Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
LISSIFIR TABOO, a 55-minute cabaret written and performed by Lise-Marie Richardson with accompaniment by Nathan Lewis, will play the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre this week.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
LISSIFIR TABOO, a 55-minute cabaret written and performed by Lise-Marie Richardson with accompaniment by Nathan Lewis, will play the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre this week.
Hezron Chetty Brings TALES FROM A VIOLIN to Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
World-renowned violinist Hezron Chetty will be doing a unique show of live music and storytelling at the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre this May. TALES FROM THE VIOLIN is an hour-long new age instrumental show, during which Chetty will be joined on stage by Jeanre Leo on drums and CJ Duckitt on bass.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
World-renowned violinist Hezron Chetty will be doing a unique show of live music and storytelling at the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre this May. TALES FROM THE VIOLIN is an hour-long new age instrumental show, during which Chetty will be joined on stage by Jeanre Leo on drums and CJ Duckitt on bass.
BWW Review: Van Vuuren Makes LIFE a Laugh-a-minute Affair at the Baxter Theatre's Golden Arrow Studio
by David Fick - May 11, 2016
Rob van Vuuren's LIFE is a side-splitting observation of the way we live today. Van Vuuren is uproariously funny, landing the many laughs that he sets up with his particularly distinctive flair. But watch out if you're seated in the first few rows...
by David Fick - May 11, 2016
Rob van Vuuren's LIFE is a side-splitting observation of the way we live today. Van Vuuren is uproariously funny, landing the many laughs that he sets up with his particularly distinctive flair. But watch out if you're seated in the first few rows...
Family Magic Spectacular IMAGINE! Adds Second Show at Artscape Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2016
The family magic spectacular, IMAGINE!, South Africa's biggest magic show is returning to the charming Artscape Theatre in the Mother City on 28 May. With tickets for the first show at 12:00 vanishing faster that you can say abracadabra, an additional show at 15:00 has been added to the line-up.
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2016
The family magic spectacular, IMAGINE!, South Africa's biggest magic show is returning to the charming Artscape Theatre in the Mother City on 28 May. With tickets for the first show at 12:00 vanishing faster that you can say abracadabra, an additional show at 15:00 has been added to the line-up.
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