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Review: TROUBLE IN MIND at the Flipside Provides Hilarious and Tragic Social Commentary
by Jaime Uranovsky - May 28, 2024
I’ve always loved seeing plays at the Flipside at the Baxter. Something about observing a production performed in the actual backstage area of the theatre makes me feel like I’m on hallowed ground – I’m somewhere that is sacred, special and usually off limits to the public. These feelings became even more heightened during TROUBLE IN MIND.
The Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy Will Perform HOLLYWOOD at Theatre on the Bay in Camps Bay
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
The Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy will present their dance production - Hollywood - set to light up the stage from 19th to 29th June 2024 at Theatre on the Bay in Camps Bay.
Review: I GOT RHYTHM from choreographer David Nixon CBE
by Faeron Wheeler - May 21, 2024
I GOT RHYTHM kicks off the season that marks 90 years of Cape Town City Ballet. And that is something that we should be truly proud of here in the cape. I was curious to see that CTCB went with something non-traditional for the start of this big season. I GOT RHYTHM celebrates the music of George Gershwin.
Cape Town Opera Will Perform LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR At Artscape In June
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2024
Cape Town Opera, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, will present Gaetano Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor at Artscape from 14 to 23 June 2024. The  opera transfers to the Joburg Theatre on 25 July 2024 for a limited season. 
THE DUMB WAITER Comes to the Baxter Masambe Theatre in June
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2024
THE DUMB WAITER will be onstage at the Baxter Masambe Theatre from 18 - 28 June 2024. Learn more about the production here!
THE MAGIC BOX Will Premiere in South Africa in October
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2024
Disney's The Magic Box, a theatrical experience developed in association with Disney Theatrical Group, presented by Fever, together with Proactiv Entertainment and RGB, and produced by leading local promoter Showtime Management, announced the world premiere of its English-language production.
MY NAME IS LUCY BARTON Makes South African Premiere This August
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2024
How Now Brown Cow will present the multiple award-winning My Name Is Lucy Barton this August. Learn more about where to catch the production here!
Review: THE KING OF BROKEN THINGS at Baxter Studio - Baxter Theatre Centre
by Michelle B Lewis - May 13, 2024
This bittersweet adventurous and magical excursion into the rehabilitation of broken and discarded objects will have you immediately enthralled from the opening sounds of children teasing and taunting right through to the end.
Video: Ross Learmonth Premieres Music Video For Latest Single 'Because of You'
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2024
Ross Learmonth, acclaimed singer-songwriter, releases his latest single 'Because of You'. The acoustic ballad showcases Learmonth's powerful vocals and lyrical depth, resonating with fans of Lewis Capaldi, Ed Sheeran, and James Bay.
Producer Skopy Lonky Changes Stage Name To 'Kourage Beatz NSI'
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2024
Nigerian record producer, Tochi Bright Clement, formerly known as Skopy Lonky, has announced his new stage name, Kourage Beatz NSI. The change comes after being mistaken for another artist, enhancing his unique identity in the afro-fusion music industry.
David Ward Will Join Cape Town City Ballet in New Gershwin Programme, I GOT RHYTHM
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2024
David Ward is joining Cape Town City Ballet (CTCB) for their much anticipated production of David Nixon’s jazzy ballet called I Got Rhythm that opens next week at Artscape in Cape Town.
THE GOLDEN GIRLS Comes to the Masque This Month
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2024
In a celebration of the iconic TV show, The Masque will present THE GOLDEN GIRLS this May! 
WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION Comes to Pieter Toerien's Montecasino Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2024
WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION comes to Pieter Toerien’s Montecasino Theatre this month. Performances run 29 May to 30 June.
THE UNTOLD STORY - EDITH PIAF Announced At The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2024
The Untold Story - Edith Piaf will be presented at The Drama Factory from Sun, 9 June 2024 to Sunday, 9 June 2024, featuring music and storytelling by Franky Jones, accompanied by pianist Thinus Ries.ITH PIAF
THE SIN DRINKERS Comes to The Baxter's Masambe Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2024
Louis Viljoen's new play THE SIN DRINKERS premiered at the Baxter Theatre's Masambe on 23 April 2024, and has kept audiences on the edge of their seats as they meet two characters in search of redemption.
14th Annual Shakespeare Schools Festival SA Opens This May
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2024
The 14th Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa (SSFSA) takes place from 8 to 27 May 2024 at the Star Theatre at the District Six Homecoming Centre in Cape Town. 
Cape Town City Ballet Celebrates Cross-Genre Collaboration For I GOT RHYTHM
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2024
Celebrate the 90th year of Cape Town City Ballet with their first production, I GOT RHYTHM. This cross-genre collaboration features a unique blend of dance styles, marking a milestone in the company's history.
Review: AMADEUS at Theatre On The Bay
by Faeron Wheeler - April 28, 2024
AMADEUS by Peter Shaffer is widely regarded as an absolute classic play from the 20th century. The words flow off the page with a rise and fall that can mimic great music - exactly what is needed to tell the story of the rivalry between Mozart and Salieri. What I loved most about this offering from Theatre on the Bay is the styling and how that pushed the musicality of the piece even more.
Interview: Jonathan Walker-Kane of TELL ME ON A SUNDAY at Avalon Auditorium (formerly The Fugard Theatre)
by Michelle B Lewis - April 26, 2024
We spoke to the founder of The Endellion Theatre Company, JONATHAN WALKER-KANE who has directed prolifically over the past 3 decades, touring with a wealth of productions in the UK. The Andrew Lloyd Webber hit TELL ME ON A SUNDAY is his first production in South Africa.
Review: TELL ME ON A SUNDAY at the Avalon Auditorium Is a Musical Journey of Self-Discovery
by Jaime Uranovsky - April 25, 2024
Most of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musicals comprise a large cast and elaborate sets. TELL ME ON A SUNDAY is different: this understated, one-woman musical tells the story of Emma, a Brit who journeys to America to find a man and who ends up finding herself along the way.
Review: ROUND OF APPLAUSE – SOUTH AFRICA STILL STANDING at the Baxter Theatre Centre Should Be Required Viewing for All South Africans
by Jaime Uranovsky - April 25, 2024
Just because you saw ROUND OF APPLAUSE in 2023 does not mean that you’re exempted from seeing Round 2.0. On the contrary, the follow-up to Marianne Thamm’s performative journalism is an absolute must – especially for those who attended last year’s show. It’s one of those rare occasions when the sequel is somehow even better than the original.
The College Of Magic Presents UNBELIEVABLE For Four Shows Only At Artscape!
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
The College of Magic's new show, UNBELIEVABLE, comes to Artscape for four shows only on 8 and 9 June. 
Joburg Ballet Will Honour Moms With Special Mother's Day Ballet Lunch
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
Joburg Ballet will partner with the Friends of the Ballet and The South African Ballet Theatre Trust to present a Mother's Day Ballet Lunch on Sunday 12 May at 12h30 for 13h00 at Beechwood Gardens, Hyde Park, Johannesburg.
MY LEFT BREAST Comes to Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
Internationally acclaimed one woman play, My Left Breast, makes its South African debut at The Theatre On The Square with award winning actor Shannon Esra reprising a role she has played before.
African Business Founders to Take Center Stage at African Hidden Champions Soirée in Johannesburg
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2024
African Hidden Champions will host an exclusive Soirée on April 24, 2024, in Johannesburg to convene and celebrate entrepreneurial spirit with top African founders taking on the global stage. Learn how to purchase tickets.

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