Fugard Studio Theatre Presents SAME TIME NEXT YEAR, 6/17-28
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2014
The KBT Productions presentation of Bernard Slade's Tony-award-winning play, SAME TIME NEXT YEAR, directed by Fleur du Cap Lifetime Achievement Award winner Christopher Weare, will be performed at the Fugard Studio Theatre from 17 to 28 June 2014. Featuring Paul Du Toit and Julie Hartley, the production received rave reviews when it opened last year at the Kalk Bay Theatre and won a Standard Bank Ovation Award at last year's National Arts Festival in Grahamstown.
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2014
The KBT Productions presentation of Bernard Slade's Tony-award-winning play, SAME TIME NEXT YEAR, directed by Fleur du Cap Lifetime Achievement Award winner Christopher Weare, will be performed at the Fugard Studio Theatre from 17 to 28 June 2014. Featuring Paul Du Toit and Julie Hartley, the production received rave reviews when it opened last year at the Kalk Bay Theatre and won a Standard Bank Ovation Award at last year's National Arts Festival in Grahamstown.
Irit Noble to Bring Cabaret Show to Water Front Theatre School, 11-21 June
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2014
After a long absence from the SA public stage, Ms Irit Noble returns with a show simply titled IRIT NOBLE IN CABARET. She will be presenting a collection of songs performed over her 25 years in the SA entertainment spotlight and relating sexy, sassy stories in her inimitably casual, conversational style.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2014
After a long absence from the SA public stage, Ms Irit Noble returns with a show simply titled IRIT NOBLE IN CABARET. She will be presenting a collection of songs performed over her 25 years in the SA entertainment spotlight and relating sexy, sassy stories in her inimitably casual, conversational style.
Canned Rice's UNDERSTUDY BLUES Comes to Cape Town Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2014
UNDERSTUDY BLUES, the debut production from Canned Rice Productions, will open at the Galloway Theatre in Cape Town for a nine-performance run this month.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2014
UNDERSTUDY BLUES, the debut production from Canned Rice Productions, will open at the Galloway Theatre in Cape Town for a nine-performance run this month.
Verlowing op MY BOETIE SE SUSSIE SE OU
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2014
Groot was die verrassing Saterdag vir Liza-Mari Beukes van Kempton Park toe haar vriend, Adriaan Janse van Rensburg, ook van Kempton Park haar gevra het om verloof te raak op die stel van MY BOETIE SE SUSSIE SE OU wat tans by Emperors Palace se Theatre of Marcellus speel.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2014
Groot was die verrassing Saterdag vir Liza-Mari Beukes van Kempton Park toe haar vriend, Adriaan Janse van Rensburg, ook van Kempton Park haar gevra het om verloof te raak op die stel van MY BOETIE SE SUSSIE SE OU wat tans by Emperors Palace se Theatre of Marcellus speel.
THE SHADOW OF THE HUMMINGBIRD to Run 10-26 July at Fugard Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2014
Eric Abraham and the Fugard Theatre present the South African premiere of THE SHADOW OF THE HUMMINGBIRD, written by Athol Fugard, with an introductory scene by Paula Fourie. Fugard will co-direct the production with Fourie, and will also star in the production, returning to the stage after an absence of 15 years.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2014
Eric Abraham and the Fugard Theatre present the South African premiere of THE SHADOW OF THE HUMMINGBIRD, written by Athol Fugard, with an introductory scene by Paula Fourie. Fugard will co-direct the production with Fourie, and will also star in the production, returning to the stage after an absence of 15 years.
Junkets Publishers Heading to National Arts Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2014
Junkets Publishers is heading off to the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown this year, where the company will see a further launch of its groundbreaking NOW I AM ALONE compliations as part of the Think Fest and exhibiting books from its The Playscript Series, The Collected Series, The New Voices Series, BaxterJunkets and GayJunkets imprints at the Word Fest. Three Junkets plays are also being staged at the Festival and Junkets will also have a presence at the Schools Festival.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2014
Junkets Publishers is heading off to the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown this year, where the company will see a further launch of its groundbreaking NOW I AM ALONE compliations as part of the Think Fest and exhibiting books from its The Playscript Series, The Collected Series, The New Voices Series, BaxterJunkets and GayJunkets imprints at the Word Fest. Three Junkets plays are also being staged at the Festival and Junkets will also have a presence at the Schools Festival.
BWW Reviews: LION ON THE PATH a Jolly Night for All at the Rosebank Theatre
by David Fick - May 17, 2014
Nine students from the University of Cape Town's Drama Department take on the time-honoured task of storytelling, providing an hour or so of rib-tickling entertainment as they make their way through ten tales from Southern Africa
by David Fick - May 17, 2014
Nine students from the University of Cape Town's Drama Department take on the time-honoured task of storytelling, providing an hour or so of rib-tickling entertainment as they make their way through ten tales from Southern Africa
BWW Reviews: Top Notch Performance Holds PAPERBOY Together at the Galloway
by David Fick - May 15, 2014
PAPERBOY is a coming of age story in which writer Grant Jacobs delivers a captivating and endearing performance.
by David Fick - May 15, 2014
PAPERBOY is a coming of age story in which writer Grant Jacobs delivers a captivating and endearing performance.
Photo Flash: MY BOETIE SE SUSSIE SE OU, Emperor's Palace, New Theatre of Marcellus, 13 Mei - 1 Junie
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2014
As jy dink jou lewe is ingewikkeld, plaas jouself vir 'n oomblik in John Smith se skoene, daardie taxi-bestuurder van My Vrou se Man se Vroumet twee vrouens, en nou ook twee gesinne! Dis reg, in My Boetie se Sussie se Ou is dit agtien jaar later en hou John steeds twee families in verskillende dele van Londen aan, beide dolgelukkig en salig onbewus van mekaar. Maar wanneer sy twee tieners, 'n dogter van die een gesin en 'n seun van die ander, mekaar op 'n internetkletskamer raak gesels en angstig besluit om mekaar in die persoon te ontmoet, versnel John se reeds gejaagde lewe tot in die hoogste rat, en moet hy spook om hulle uitmekaar te hou.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2014
As jy dink jou lewe is ingewikkeld, plaas jouself vir 'n oomblik in John Smith se skoene, daardie taxi-bestuurder van My Vrou se Man se Vroumet twee vrouens, en nou ook twee gesinne! Dis reg, in My Boetie se Sussie se Ou is dit agtien jaar later en hou John steeds twee families in verskillende dele van Londen aan, beide dolgelukkig en salig onbewus van mekaar. Maar wanneer sy twee tieners, 'n dogter van die een gesin en 'n seun van die ander, mekaar op 'n internetkletskamer raak gesels en angstig besluit om mekaar in die persoon te ontmoet, versnel John se reeds gejaagde lewe tot in die hoogste rat, en moet hy spook om hulle uitmekaar te hou.
Top South African Musicians Set For NEDERBURG CONCERT SERIES, June-Dec 2014
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2014
From June until December this year, the popular Nederburg Concert Series will once again impress with concerts by top international and acclaimed South African musicians. A firm favourite with lovers of excellent music, food and wine, the series has for the last three decades hosted many top names in the world of classical and cross-over music. Presented in the beautiful surroundings of the historical Nederburg Manor House in Paarl, this year's season promises to be no exception.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2014
From June until December this year, the popular Nederburg Concert Series will once again impress with concerts by top international and acclaimed South African musicians. A firm favourite with lovers of excellent music, food and wine, the series has for the last three decades hosted many top names in the world of classical and cross-over music. Presented in the beautiful surroundings of the historical Nederburg Manor House in Paarl, this year's season promises to be no exception.
Rustenburg's HAIR RAISING Cast Members Receive Designer Costumes
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2014
The cast members of Rustenburg's production of HAIR RAISING were excited to receive their designer stage costumes for the show. The dresses took several months to complete and were the brainchild of talented Claremont couturier, Mr Victor Kok.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2014
The cast members of Rustenburg's production of HAIR RAISING were excited to receive their designer stage costumes for the show. The dresses took several months to complete and were the brainchild of talented Claremont couturier, Mr Victor Kok.
BWW Reviews: Kick Back and Relax as Maxwell and Perold SHOW AND TELL at the Kalk Bay Theatre
by David Fick - May 11, 2014
SHOW AND TELL pairs the glamorous Michele Maxwell with the urbane Roland Perold in this intimate musical revue.
by David Fick - May 11, 2014
SHOW AND TELL pairs the glamorous Michele Maxwell with the urbane Roland Perold in this intimate musical revue.
Photo Flash: MY BOETIE SE SUSSIE SE OU, Emperor's Palace, New Theatre of Marcellus, 13 Mei - 1 Junie
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
As jy dink jou lewe is ingewikkeld, plaas jouself vir 'n oomblik in John Smith se skoene, daardie taxi-bestuurder van My Vrou se Man se Vroumet twee vrouens, en nou ook twee gesinne! Dis reg, in My Boetie se Sussie se Ou is dit agtien jaar later en hou John steeds twee families in verskillende dele van Londen aan, beide dolgelukkig en salig onbewus van mekaar. Maar wanneer sy twee tieners, 'n dogter van die een gesin en 'n seun van die ander, mekaar op 'n internetkletskamer raak gesels en angstig besluit om mekaar in die persoon te ontmoet, versnel John se reeds gejaagde lewe tot in die hoogste rat, en moet hy spook om hulle uitmekaar te hou.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
As jy dink jou lewe is ingewikkeld, plaas jouself vir 'n oomblik in John Smith se skoene, daardie taxi-bestuurder van My Vrou se Man se Vroumet twee vrouens, en nou ook twee gesinne! Dis reg, in My Boetie se Sussie se Ou is dit agtien jaar later en hou John steeds twee families in verskillende dele van Londen aan, beide dolgelukkig en salig onbewus van mekaar. Maar wanneer sy twee tieners, 'n dogter van die een gesin en 'n seun van die ander, mekaar op 'n internetkletskamer raak gesels en angstig besluit om mekaar in die persoon te ontmoet, versnel John se reeds gejaagde lewe tot in die hoogste rat, en moet hy spook om hulle uitmekaar te hou.
BWW Reviews: Double the Laughs in UCT Drama's DIE BUFFEL / THE OPEN COUPLE Double Bill
by David Fick - May 07, 2014
Watching DIE BUFFEL and THE OPEN COUPLE is an audience friendly experience of watching a television sit-com on stage, followed by a deconstructed sit-com.
by David Fick - May 07, 2014
Watching DIE BUFFEL and THE OPEN COUPLE is an audience friendly experience of watching a television sit-com on stage, followed by a deconstructed sit-com.
DISNEY ON ICE Announces Additional South African Tour Dates
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
The popularity of Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and Disney's The Lion King and Pinocchio, and Disney/Pixar's Finding Nemo and Toy Story is unprecedented worldwide and South Africa is no exception. Since the SA tour dates for Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic were announced the public response has been phenomenal. To accommodate the demand for tickets, Showtime Management, the local promoter of this fanfare production has added early evening shows, commencing at 6pm, to the show schedule.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
The popularity of Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and Disney's The Lion King and Pinocchio, and Disney/Pixar's Finding Nemo and Toy Story is unprecedented worldwide and South Africa is no exception. Since the SA tour dates for Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic were announced the public response has been phenomenal. To accommodate the demand for tickets, Showtime Management, the local promoter of this fanfare production has added early evening shows, commencing at 6pm, to the show schedule.
Less Than Two Weeks Left for Public Comments on Draft Arts, Culture and Creative Industries Policy
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2014
The City of Cape Town is in the process of finalising its Draft Arts, Culture and Creative Industries Policy. The public and interested parties or groups are given the opportunity to submit recommendations and input to the City until 15 May. The full draft policy will be available for viewing at www.capetown.gov.za/haveyoursay, at sub-council offices and libraries.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2014
The City of Cape Town is in the process of finalising its Draft Arts, Culture and Creative Industries Policy. The public and interested parties or groups are given the opportunity to submit recommendations and input to the City until 15 May. The full draft policy will be available for viewing at www.capetown.gov.za/haveyoursay, at sub-council offices and libraries.
Ensemble Set for ROLSKA's YOU BET YOUR LIFE!
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2014
With rehearsals for the premiere of YOU BET YOUR LIFE! set to start soon, ROLKSA Productions has announced that a fresh young ensemble has been put together to stage and perform the musical at the National Arts Festival later this year. With the clock ticking until the world premiere, pre-production for this witty and rib-tickling new show has commenced with all players excited to be on board.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2014
With rehearsals for the premiere of YOU BET YOUR LIFE! set to start soon, ROLKSA Productions has announced that a fresh young ensemble has been put together to stage and perform the musical at the National Arts Festival later this year. With the clock ticking until the world premiere, pre-production for this witty and rib-tickling new show has commenced with all players excited to be on board.
Fugard Theatre Celebrates 150th Performance of BLOOD BROTHERS
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2014
Willy Russell's iconic musical BLOOD BROTHERS, which has been adapted and directed by David Kramer and has wowed South Africa since it first opened in Cape Town last year, will celebrate its 150th performance on Thursday 1 May 2014. To celebrate this momentous milestone in the show's journey, the Fugard Theatre, where the production is running until Sunday 25 May 2014, is offering the first 30 people who call in to book with the reference "Blood Brothers 150", tickets for R100 each (limited to 4 per person) as well as a glass of bubbly on arrival.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2014
Willy Russell's iconic musical BLOOD BROTHERS, which has been adapted and directed by David Kramer and has wowed South Africa since it first opened in Cape Town last year, will celebrate its 150th performance on Thursday 1 May 2014. To celebrate this momentous milestone in the show's journey, the Fugard Theatre, where the production is running until Sunday 25 May 2014, is offering the first 30 people who call in to book with the reference "Blood Brothers 150", tickets for R100 each (limited to 4 per person) as well as a glass of bubbly on arrival.
PAPERBOY Set for Galloway Theatre, 7-17 May
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2014
Grant Jacobs presents his Standard Bank Ovation Award winner, PaperBoy at the Galloway Theatre from 7 to 17 May at 8pm.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2014
Grant Jacobs presents his Standard Bank Ovation Award winner, PaperBoy at the Galloway Theatre from 7 to 17 May at 8pm.
MACBETH Opera Opens Tonight at Artscape
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2014
In this radical take on Verdi's MACBETH, conceptualised, designed and directed by Brett Bailey, Shakespeare's story of ambition, treachery and witchcraft is set in the Great Lakes region of Central Africa, amongst the wars and ruthless exploitation that tear this invisible corner of the world apart. Within a milieu of multinational double-dealings, ethnic conflict, brutal militia, 'blood minerals' and glittering Chinese imports, a Congolese warlord and his ambitious wife murder their leader and unleash atrocities on the crumbling African province that they seize.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2014
In this radical take on Verdi's MACBETH, conceptualised, designed and directed by Brett Bailey, Shakespeare's story of ambition, treachery and witchcraft is set in the Great Lakes region of Central Africa, amongst the wars and ruthless exploitation that tear this invisible corner of the world apart. Within a milieu of multinational double-dealings, ethnic conflict, brutal militia, 'blood minerals' and glittering Chinese imports, a Congolese warlord and his ambitious wife murder their leader and unleash atrocities on the crumbling African province that they seize.
Michele Maxwell & Roland Perold to Perform at Kalk Bay Theatre, 7-31 May
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2014
Two of South Africa's most popular cabaret performers, the legendary Michele Maxwell and debonair Roland Perold, join together to bring music lovers a delightful new show at Kalk Bay Theatre from 7 to 31 May.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2014
Two of South Africa's most popular cabaret performers, the legendary Michele Maxwell and debonair Roland Perold, join together to bring music lovers a delightful new show at Kalk Bay Theatre from 7 to 31 May.
UCT Drama Opens Autumn Season at Rosebank Theatre on 30 April
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2014
The University of Cape Town Drama Department is staging their Autumn Season at the Rosebank Theatre. Three productions, all directed by the prolific Christopher Weare, will be performed between 30 April and 17 May 2014.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2014
The University of Cape Town Drama Department is staging their Autumn Season at the Rosebank Theatre. Three productions, all directed by the prolific Christopher Weare, will be performed between 30 April and 17 May 2014.
BWW Interviews: "BETWEEN Boy" Oskar Brown is Back in Town!
by David Fick - April 18, 2014
It's been about almost two years since we last caught up with Oskar Brown and we thought it might be time to see what he has been up to!
by David Fick - April 18, 2014
It's been about almost two years since we last caught up with Oskar Brown and we thought it might be time to see what he has been up to!
Canned Rice's UNDERSTUDY BLUES Comes to Cape Town from May 21
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2014
UNDERSTUDY BLUES, the debut production from Canned Rice Productions, will open at the Galloway Theatre in Cape Town for a nine-performance run in May 2014.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2014
UNDERSTUDY BLUES, the debut production from Canned Rice Productions, will open at the Galloway Theatre in Cape Town for a nine-performance run in May 2014.
WAR HORSE Makes South African Premiere, October 22
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2014
The global theatre phenomenon, WAR HORSE will be making its South African premiere later this year, beginning with a season at The Teatro at Montecasino in Johannesburg in October before transferring to the Artscape Opera House in Cape Town in December.
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2014
The global theatre phenomenon, WAR HORSE will be making its South African premiere later this year, beginning with a season at The Teatro at Montecasino in Johannesburg in October before transferring to the Artscape Opera House in Cape Town in December.
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