Sold Out DAA' GAAT DIE BRUID! at KKNK Adds Extra Performance on 28 March
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2016
Lefra Productions is already known for their laugh-out-loud farces that have been entertaining audiences nationwide since 2012. This year, it is the turn of farce king Frans Swart's Afrikaans translation of Ray Cooney and John Chapman's runaway hit, DAA' GAAT DIE BRUID! to visit the KKNK in Oudtshoorn, where it is enjoying a sold-out run through 30 March. An extra performance has been scheduled for 28 March to accommodate the demand for tickets for this production.
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2016
Lefra Productions is already known for their laugh-out-loud farces that have been entertaining audiences nationwide since 2012. This year, it is the turn of farce king Frans Swart's Afrikaans translation of Ray Cooney and John Chapman's runaway hit, DAA' GAAT DIE BRUID! to visit the KKNK in Oudtshoorn, where it is enjoying a sold-out run through 30 March. An extra performance has been scheduled for 28 March to accommodate the demand for tickets for this production.
BWW Blog: The 51st Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards in Review
by David Fick - March 23, 2016
The 51st Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards were presented at the Baxter Theatre Centre in Cape Town on Sunday night in a ceremony that highlighted the theme of 'new beginnings'. With the main event taking place in the newly refurbished Baxter Theatre, this year's winners all received a newly designed medallion. The evening also aimed to present to the audience of theatre-makers, performers, designers, critics and patrons a fusion of cultures.
by David Fick - March 23, 2016
The 51st Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards were presented at the Baxter Theatre Centre in Cape Town on Sunday night in a ceremony that highlighted the theme of 'new beginnings'. With the main event taking place in the newly refurbished Baxter Theatre, this year's winners all received a newly designed medallion. The evening also aimed to present to the audience of theatre-makers, performers, designers, critics and patrons a fusion of cultures.
Lefra Produksies Opens Brand New Farce DAA' GAAT DIE BRUID! at KKNK
by Louisa Brady - March 20, 2016
Lefra Productions is already well-known for its productions of hilarious farces, which have been entertaining audiences in South Africa since 2012. This year, Frans Swart's Afrikaans translation of Ray Cooney en John Chapman's runaway hit DAA' GAAT DIE BRUID! will tour the country, with a run all set to take place at the KKNK in Oudtshoorn.
by Louisa Brady - March 20, 2016
Lefra Productions is already well-known for its productions of hilarious farces, which have been entertaining audiences in South Africa since 2012. This year, Frans Swart's Afrikaans translation of Ray Cooney en John Chapman's runaway hit DAA' GAAT DIE BRUID! will tour the country, with a run all set to take place at the KKNK in Oudtshoorn.
TALES OF A LITTLE GREY RABBIT to Play Artscape Theatre Foyer From Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2016
Acclaimed British author, Alison Uttley's delightful story, TALES OF LITTLE GREY RABBIT, will be presented by Stagecraft Drama Studio in this Artscape Theatre Foyer over the upcoming school holidays.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2016
Acclaimed British author, Alison Uttley's delightful story, TALES OF LITTLE GREY RABBIT, will be presented by Stagecraft Drama Studio in this Artscape Theatre Foyer over the upcoming school holidays.
SA HISTORY IN SONG Set for St Joseph's Stone Auditorium
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2016
Cape Town learners are set to get an enormous boost from the much anticipated SA HISTORY IN SONG production to be held from 4 - 12 May 2016 at the St Joseph's Stone Auditorium.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2016
Cape Town learners are set to get an enormous boost from the much anticipated SA HISTORY IN SONG production to be held from 4 - 12 May 2016 at the St Joseph's Stone Auditorium.
A DOLL'S HOUSE to Play the Baxter in March
by BWW News Desk - February 29, 2016
Henrik Ibsen's all-time classic play, A DOLL'S HOUSE, adapted and directed by one of South Africa's most exciting young directors, Standard Bank Young Artist winner Christiaan Olwagen, comes to the Baxter Theatre stage for a short season. It will be performed from 15 to 24 March at 8pm with matinees at 2pm and schools performances at 11am.
by BWW News Desk - February 29, 2016
Henrik Ibsen's all-time classic play, A DOLL'S HOUSE, adapted and directed by one of South Africa's most exciting young directors, Standard Bank Young Artist winner Christiaan Olwagen, comes to the Baxter Theatre stage for a short season. It will be performed from 15 to 24 March at 8pm with matinees at 2pm and schools performances at 11am.
Artscape Theatre to Present SPIRITUAL FESTIVAL in Cape Town
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2016
Artscape is set to present the much awaited Spiritual Festival from 11 March - 2 April 2016. This year's theme is Healing Self and Healing Society, one that recognises the wounds in society and the magical powers of performances and storytelling to heal those wounds.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2016
Artscape is set to present the much awaited Spiritual Festival from 11 March - 2 April 2016. This year's theme is Healing Self and Healing Society, one that recognises the wounds in society and the magical powers of performances and storytelling to heal those wounds.
Major Ballet Luminaries Judge South African International Ballet Competition at Artscape Opera House
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2016
Dirk Badenhorst, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC) has announced that the fifth SAIBC will take place from 22 to 28 February 2016, at the Artscape Opera House in Cape Town. The closing date for entries is 1 February 2016.
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2016
Dirk Badenhorst, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC) has announced that the fifth SAIBC will take place from 22 to 28 February 2016, at the Artscape Opera House in Cape Town. The closing date for entries is 1 February 2016.
BWW Review: Magnificent I TURNED AWAY AND SHE WAS GONE a Must-See at the Magnet Theatre
by David Fick - February 22, 2016
Words are perhaps inadequate repositories to record the visceral emotional experience of watching I TURNED AWAY AND SHE WAS GONE. It has to be seen. You have to live through it. And when you have, you too will see how I TURNED AWAY AND SHE WAS GONE continues to live in you, just as it has in me.
by David Fick - February 22, 2016
Words are perhaps inadequate repositories to record the visceral emotional experience of watching I TURNED AWAY AND SHE WAS GONE. It has to be seen. You have to live through it. And when you have, you too will see how I TURNED AWAY AND SHE WAS GONE continues to live in you, just as it has in me.
BWW Review: Great Music Not Enough to Save BEAUTIFUL WRECKAGE at Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre
by David Fick - February 22, 2016
Drugs are bad, yo. And sex? It'll ruin your life. These are just two of the life lessons to be learned in the gauchely naive BEAUTIFUL WRECKAGE, a new pop-rock musical written and performed by Grant Jacobs and Liam McDermott
by David Fick - February 22, 2016
Drugs are bad, yo. And sex? It'll ruin your life. These are just two of the life lessons to be learned in the gauchely naive BEAUTIFUL WRECKAGE, a new pop-rock musical written and performed by Grant Jacobs and Liam McDermott
Magnet Theatre to Host Special Performance of I TURNED AWAY AND SHE WAS GONE on 25 February
by Louisa Brady - February 21, 2016
On 25 February, Magnet Theatre hosts a special performance of II TURNED AWAY AND SHE WAS GONE. Audience members will have the unique opportunity to share the insights and experiences of a panel of respected authors, artists, writers and storytellers at a post-show discussion. The production starts at the slightly earlier time of 19:00 on that evening.
by Louisa Brady - February 21, 2016
On 25 February, Magnet Theatre hosts a special performance of II TURNED AWAY AND SHE WAS GONE. Audience members will have the unique opportunity to share the insights and experiences of a panel of respected authors, artists, writers and storytellers at a post-show discussion. The production starts at the slightly earlier time of 19:00 on that evening.
BWW Reviews: An Allegory in the Making, CANNIBAL COUNTRY, Puts Privilege on the Menu at Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre
by David Fick - February 19, 2016
CANNIBAL COUNTRY, a new physical theatre drama written by Alex McCarthy, made its bow at the Alexander Bar and Cafe's Upstairs Theatre this week. The timing is opportune, with protests at the University of Cape Town, of which McCarthy is a graduate, once again seeing emotions run high in both the mainstream and social media.
by David Fick - February 19, 2016
CANNIBAL COUNTRY, a new physical theatre drama written by Alex McCarthy, made its bow at the Alexander Bar and Cafe's Upstairs Theatre this week. The timing is opportune, with protests at the University of Cape Town, of which McCarthy is a graduate, once again seeing emotions run high in both the mainstream and social media.
Siyasanga Cape Town Theatre Company Presents Beginners' Playwriting Workshop
by Marissa Sblendorio - February 17, 2016
Siyasanga Cape Town Theatre Company will be presenting Roy Sargeant's popular Beginners' Playwriting Workshop at the Artscape Theatre Centre over two weekends, 05, 06 March and 12, 13 March. The workshop introduces delegates to the basic techniques of playwriting and includes writing exercises together with DVDs of famous plays as examples of great playwriting.
by Marissa Sblendorio - February 17, 2016
Siyasanga Cape Town Theatre Company will be presenting Roy Sargeant's popular Beginners' Playwriting Workshop at the Artscape Theatre Centre over two weekends, 05, 06 March and 12, 13 March. The workshop introduces delegates to the basic techniques of playwriting and includes writing exercises together with DVDs of famous plays as examples of great playwriting.
Third Installment of 'Growth' Trilogy, ADAGIO FOR A HACKED LIFE, Comes to the Baxter Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2016
ADAGIO FOR A HACKED LIFE is the third and final instalment in the highly acclaimed 'Growth' trilogy - a collaboration between the Baxter Theatre Centre and Sweden's Scenkonst Sormland - and culminates with a short season at the Baxter Flipside.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2016
ADAGIO FOR A HACKED LIFE is the third and final instalment in the highly acclaimed 'Growth' trilogy - a collaboration between the Baxter Theatre Centre and Sweden's Scenkonst Sormland - and culminates with a short season at the Baxter Flipside.
Encore Season of OOM SCHALK: FROM THE HEART 2 for the Rosebank Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2016
The inimitable Oom Schalk Lourens, played by actor David Muller, returns to the Rosebank Theatre for a two-week season of OOM SCHALK: FROM THE HEART 2.
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2016
The inimitable Oom Schalk Lourens, played by actor David Muller, returns to the Rosebank Theatre for a two-week season of OOM SCHALK: FROM THE HEART 2.
Magical Puppetry Brings THE TALE OF THE WILLOW PATTERN PLATE to Life at Rosebank Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2016
Magical puppetry will bring to life THE TALE OF THE WILLOW PATTERN PLATE at the Rosebank Theatre when Jill Joubert performs her adaptation of the story in the intimate suburban theatre.
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2016
Magical puppetry will bring to life THE TALE OF THE WILLOW PATTERN PLATE at the Rosebank Theatre when Jill Joubert performs her adaptation of the story in the intimate suburban theatre.
BWW Reviews: Lots of Laughs, but DOCTOR GODENSTEIN'S MAN Needs More Tinkering in the Lab
by David Fick - February 15, 2016
The latest entry in the tradition of FRANKENSTEIN parody and satrire is local theatre-maker Callum Tilbury's DOCTOR GODENSTEIN'S MAN, starring Wessel Pretorius and Ameera Conrad in a production directed by Byron Bure at the Galloway Theatre.
by David Fick - February 15, 2016
The latest entry in the tradition of FRANKENSTEIN parody and satrire is local theatre-maker Callum Tilbury's DOCTOR GODENSTEIN'S MAN, starring Wessel Pretorius and Ameera Conrad in a production directed by Byron Bure at the Galloway Theatre.
BEAUTIFUL WRECKAGE Hopes to Have Audiences Rubbernecking at Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2016
BEAUTIFUL WRECKAGE, a musical created and performed by Grant Jacobs and Liam Mcdermott, will play an eight-performance season at the Alexander Bar this February.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2016
BEAUTIFUL WRECKAGE, a musical created and performed by Grant Jacobs and Liam Mcdermott, will play an eight-performance season at the Alexander Bar this February.
THE PITCH - a New Play with Music about a Pitch for a Musical Play - to Premiere at the Alexander Upstairs in March
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2016
THE PITCH, a new musical play by Callum Tilbury and Roland Perold, will premiere at the Alexander Bar and Cafe's Upstairs Theatre this March. Tilbury has written the book for the show, also supplying additional lyrics for Perold's original score. Musical arrangements for THE PITCH are by David Lubbe.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2016
THE PITCH, a new musical play by Callum Tilbury and Roland Perold, will premiere at the Alexander Bar and Cafe's Upstairs Theatre this March. Tilbury has written the book for the show, also supplying additional lyrics for Perold's original score. Musical arrangements for THE PITCH are by David Lubbe.
Cape Town's 2016 INFECTING THE CITY Festival Cancelled
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2016
The Africa Centre has announced that, due to funding constraints, Cape Town's INFECTING THE CITY Festival for 2016 has regrettably been cancelled.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2016
The Africa Centre has announced that, due to funding constraints, Cape Town's INFECTING THE CITY Festival for 2016 has regrettably been cancelled.
AS DROME VLERKE KRY Takes Flight at Atterbury Theatre and Roodepoort Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2016
AS DROME VLERKE KRY teams up well-known actor and stage personality Hennie Smit with popular singer and actress Arina de Witt in a new production presented with the proud support of Christo Strydom Nutrition, Stuttaford Van Lines, RSG, Sounds Good and McCarthy Volkswagen Arcadia.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2016
AS DROME VLERKE KRY teams up well-known actor and stage personality Hennie Smit with popular singer and actress Arina de Witt in a new production presented with the proud support of Christo Strydom Nutrition, Stuttaford Van Lines, RSG, Sounds Good and McCarthy Volkswagen Arcadia.
Second Season of XX at Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre Sealed with a Kiss
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2016
Sassy dance show XX is back for its second season at the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre. This naughty little rendezvous about the most intimate of acts, the kiss, played its first season at the popular Capetonian venue last year.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2016
Sassy dance show XX is back for its second season at the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre. This naughty little rendezvous about the most intimate of acts, the kiss, played its first season at the popular Capetonian venue last year.
College of Magic to Bring IMAGINE! to Artscape Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2016
Cape Town families are in for the most captivating experience of their lives when the College of Magic presents the spellbinding family magic spectacular, IMAGINE! at the Artscape Theatre this May.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2016
Cape Town families are in for the most captivating experience of their lives when the College of Magic presents the spellbinding family magic spectacular, IMAGINE! at the Artscape Theatre this May.
June Carter Cash Story, FROM THE HEART, to Play the Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2016
A new stage production about the life of June Carter Cash, adapted for the stage by Candice van Litsenborgh from Carter Cash's autobiography, will premiere at the Alexander Bar this February. The 55-minute long FROM THE HEART is presented by Shannyn Fourie and Canned Rice Productions.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2016
A new stage production about the life of June Carter Cash, adapted for the stage by Candice van Litsenborgh from Carter Cash's autobiography, will premiere at the Alexander Bar this February. The 55-minute long FROM THE HEART is presented by Shannyn Fourie and Canned Rice Productions.
2015 Nominees for the 51st Annual Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards Announced
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2016
The 51st annual Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards has announced its 2015 nominees, reflecting a rich realm of theatre talent seen on stages throughout the Western Cape. The glamorous awards ceremony will take place on Sunday, 20 March, at 18:00 at the Baxter Theatre in Cape Town and will personify a fusion of cultures, food and Fleur du Cap win
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2016
The 51st annual Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards has announced its 2015 nominees, reflecting a rich realm of theatre talent seen on stages throughout the Western Cape. The glamorous awards ceremony will take place on Sunday, 20 March, at 18:00 at the Baxter Theatre in Cape Town and will personify a fusion of cultures, food and Fleur du Cap win
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