'MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS' kom Johannesburg toe, Nov 12-24
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2013
Suid-Afrikaners het reeds baie lekker gelag vir Ray Cooney se splinternuwe klug, My Vrou se Man se Lyk se Tas, meesterlik in Afrikaans vertaal deur Peet van Rensburg uit die oorspronklike Funny Money en onder die regie van Frans Swart. Hierdie produksie het reeds voor uitverkoopte gehore regoor Suid-Afrika gespeel en kom nou Johannesburg toe vir 'n twee weke speelvak by die Universiteit van Johannesburg se teater vanaf 12 tot 24 November. Hierdie is natuurlik een van Cooney se baie suksesvolle klugte op Londen se West End en word vir die heel eerste keer in Suid-Afrika aangebied.
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2013
Suid-Afrikaners het reeds baie lekker gelag vir Ray Cooney se splinternuwe klug, My Vrou se Man se Lyk se Tas, meesterlik in Afrikaans vertaal deur Peet van Rensburg uit die oorspronklike Funny Money en onder die regie van Frans Swart. Hierdie produksie het reeds voor uitverkoopte gehore regoor Suid-Afrika gespeel en kom nou Johannesburg toe vir 'n twee weke speelvak by die Universiteit van Johannesburg se teater vanaf 12 tot 24 November. Hierdie is natuurlik een van Cooney se baie suksesvolle klugte op Londen se West End en word vir die heel eerste keer in Suid-Afrika aangebied.
Top Korean Violinist Yura Lee to Perform at Hugo Concert Series
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2013
Three years after winning the First Prize at the prestigious 5th Unisa International String Competition in 2010, the sensational Korean violinist, Yura Lee, will perform a highly anticipated recital at the magnificent Hugo Lambrechts Auditorium, Parow on Sunday 10 November. Her whirlwind tour of South Africa celebrates her victory in 2010 and includes performances in all major cities - Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Bloemfontein and Port Elizabeth, as well as Grahamstown and Hermanus.
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2013
Three years after winning the First Prize at the prestigious 5th Unisa International String Competition in 2010, the sensational Korean violinist, Yura Lee, will perform a highly anticipated recital at the magnificent Hugo Lambrechts Auditorium, Parow on Sunday 10 November. Her whirlwind tour of South Africa celebrates her victory in 2010 and includes performances in all major cities - Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Bloemfontein and Port Elizabeth, as well as Grahamstown and Hermanus.
YES, REALLY ANGEL Comes to Johannesburg, Nov 7-9
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2013
Stand up comedienne, Angel Campey's first one woman show, YES, REALLY ANGEL, directed by comedy legend, Nik Rabinowitz, is headed to Johannesburg for three nights only, from 7 to 9 November 2013. From a sold out preview night in Cape Town, the show received rave reviews at its debut run at the recent National Arts Festival in Grahamstown.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2013
Stand up comedienne, Angel Campey's first one woman show, YES, REALLY ANGEL, directed by comedy legend, Nik Rabinowitz, is headed to Johannesburg for three nights only, from 7 to 9 November 2013. From a sold out preview night in Cape Town, the show received rave reviews at its debut run at the recent National Arts Festival in Grahamstown.
Arterial Network Elects New Leadership
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2013
From 6th to 9th October, delegates from fifty different countries congregated at Cape Town's City Hall for an invigorating four days of analysis, performances, networking and debate at the 2013 edition of the African Creative Economy Conference.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2013
From 6th to 9th October, delegates from fifty different countries congregated at Cape Town's City Hall for an invigorating four days of analysis, performances, networking and debate at the 2013 edition of the African Creative Economy Conference.
ONS VIR JOU, CASPER GOES KAKIE and More Set for Artscape, Now thru Nov 7
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2013
The ninth Artscape Spring Drama Season lifts off this week with an award winning play and top actors. The programme for the next two weeks includes two musicals, an art exhibition and home grown comedy.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2013
The ninth Artscape Spring Drama Season lifts off this week with an award winning play and top actors. The programme for the next two weeks includes two musicals, an art exhibition and home grown comedy.
Cape Town Opera's THE BARBER OF SEVILLE to Support 'Movember'
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2013
The nimblest barber in Seville, Figaro, is the go-to man for a close shave. And there will be close shaves a-plenty this Movember when Figaro helps the love-struck Count Almaviva rescue his sweetheart Rosina from the captivity imposed by her nasty guardian Dr Bartolo in Rossini's The Barber of Seville, presented by the international award-winning Cape Town Opera in collaboration with the UCT Opera School.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2013
The nimblest barber in Seville, Figaro, is the go-to man for a close shave. And there will be close shaves a-plenty this Movember when Figaro helps the love-struck Count Almaviva rescue his sweetheart Rosina from the captivity imposed by her nasty guardian Dr Bartolo in Rossini's The Barber of Seville, presented by the international award-winning Cape Town Opera in collaboration with the UCT Opera School.
Photo Flash: Openingsaand van MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS by Emperors Palace se Theatre Marcellus - Sosiale Foto's
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2013
Openingsaand van MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS by Emperors Palace se Theatre Marcellus - Sosiale Foto's Lefra Produksies se trefferklug, MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS het onlangs by Emperors Palace se Theatre Marcellus geopen.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2013
Openingsaand van MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS by Emperors Palace se Theatre Marcellus - Sosiale Foto's Lefra Produksies se trefferklug, MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS het onlangs by Emperors Palace se Theatre Marcellus geopen.
THE FRONTIERSMEN Extends & THE EPICENE BUTCHER Set for Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2013
Looking for things to do in Cape Town? Alexander Upstairs is a well-equipped intimate performance space completely separate from the bar area with a festival-style programming model featuring drama, comedy, cabaret, jazz, acoustic sessions, readings and more. Here are some of the highlights coming up at Alexander Upstairs over the next six weeks.
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2013
Looking for things to do in Cape Town? Alexander Upstairs is a well-equipped intimate performance space completely separate from the bar area with a festival-style programming model featuring drama, comedy, cabaret, jazz, acoustic sessions, readings and more. Here are some of the highlights coming up at Alexander Upstairs over the next six weeks.
Matt Bianco Headed to Cape Town or Single Performance at GrandWest Arena, 2 Dec
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2013
Matt Bianco, the sensational UK jazz-funk band is headed to Cape Town for one concert only on 2 December 2013 at the GrandWest Arena. With music that spans over a period of more than 20 years, Matt Bianco has managed to mould their distinct vibe out of Jazz, Funk, Latin, Fusion, pop, and perhaps even a tinge of rock to create an uplifting sound that is both contemporary and everlasting.
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2013
Matt Bianco, the sensational UK jazz-funk band is headed to Cape Town for one concert only on 2 December 2013 at the GrandWest Arena. With music that spans over a period of more than 20 years, Matt Bianco has managed to mould their distinct vibe out of Jazz, Funk, Latin, Fusion, pop, and perhaps even a tinge of rock to create an uplifting sound that is both contemporary and everlasting.
Junkets to Publish BULLETS OVER BISHOP LAVIS as Part of New Voices Series
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2013
Junkets Publishers has announced the publication of BULLETS OVER BISHOP LAVIS by Christo Davids and Jody Abrahams. This is the second in the four-volume New Voices Series of recent South African plays. New Voices brings together play scripts of interesting theatre pieces that are performed in alternative and smaller theatre venues like studio theatres, church halls and old warehouse buildings.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2013
Junkets Publishers has announced the publication of BULLETS OVER BISHOP LAVIS by Christo Davids and Jody Abrahams. This is the second in the four-volume New Voices Series of recent South African plays. New Voices brings together play scripts of interesting theatre pieces that are performed in alternative and smaller theatre venues like studio theatres, church halls and old warehouse buildings.
BWW Reviews: Resplendent Steyn the Highlight of Abrahamse & Meyer's THE MILK TRAIN DOESN'T STOP HERE ANYMORE
by David Fick - October 13, 2013
Being able to see a production of this rarely produced Tennessee Williams drama is reason enough to make the trip to the theatre, all the more so with the resplendent Jennifer Steyn taking centre stage.
by David Fick - October 13, 2013
Being able to see a production of this rarely produced Tennessee Williams drama is reason enough to make the trip to the theatre, all the more so with the resplendent Jennifer Steyn taking centre stage.
Hit Farce MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS to Play Emperor's Palace for a Two Week Run
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2013
South Africans have already been laughing around the country as Lefra Productions's hit farce, MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS has made its way around on its nationwide tour. Now it's time for the show to hit Johannesburg for a two week run at the Theatre of Marcellus at Emperor's Palace from 15 - 27 October 2013.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2013
South Africans have already been laughing around the country as Lefra Productions's hit farce, MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS has made its way around on its nationwide tour. Now it's time for the show to hit Johannesburg for a two week run at the Theatre of Marcellus at Emperor's Palace from 15 - 27 October 2013.
BARBER OF SEVILLE on the Opera Stage in Cape Town
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2013
The nimblest barber in Seville, Figaro, is the go-to man for a close shave. And there will be close shaves a-plenty when Figaro helps the love-struck Count Almaviva rescue his sweetheart Rosina from the captivity imposed by her nasty guardian Dr Bartolo.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2013
The nimblest barber in Seville, Figaro, is the go-to man for a close shave. And there will be close shaves a-plenty when Figaro helps the love-struck Count Almaviva rescue his sweetheart Rosina from the captivity imposed by her nasty guardian Dr Bartolo.
Photo Flash: Meet Liewe Heksie and Friends on their Way to Emperor's Palace
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2013
Lefra Productions is bringing a brand new stage production of LIEWE HEKSIE to Emperor's Palace! The creator of LIEWE HEKSIE, Verna Vels, celebrated her 80th birthday this year and is also celebrating the golden anniversary of Liewe Heksie's first appearance. Lefra Productions has toured South Africa for the past three years with many LIEWE HEKSIE productions and to celebrate this double anniversary, director Frans Swart convinced Vels to write a brand new LIEWE HEKSIE story. Swart has adapted and directed the story for the stage.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2013
Lefra Productions is bringing a brand new stage production of LIEWE HEKSIE to Emperor's Palace! The creator of LIEWE HEKSIE, Verna Vels, celebrated her 80th birthday this year and is also celebrating the golden anniversary of Liewe Heksie's first appearance. Lefra Productions has toured South Africa for the past three years with many LIEWE HEKSIE productions and to celebrate this double anniversary, director Frans Swart convinced Vels to write a brand new LIEWE HEKSIE story. Swart has adapted and directed the story for the stage.
Photo Flash: First Look at Artscape's THE MILK TRAIN DOESN'T STOP HERE ANYMORE in Cape Town
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2013
The classic Tennessee Williams drama THE MILK TRAIN DOESN'T STOP HERE ANYMORE has opened at the Artscape Arena in a production directed by multiple award-winning director-designer, Fred Abrahamse.
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2013
The classic Tennessee Williams drama THE MILK TRAIN DOESN'T STOP HERE ANYMORE has opened at the Artscape Arena in a production directed by multiple award-winning director-designer, Fred Abrahamse.
Photo Flash: SUNSET BOULEVARD to Play Limited Season at Theatre on the Bay in Cape Town
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2013
Pieter Toerien presents Andrew Lloyd Webber's magnificent musical SUNSET BOULEVARD at Theatre on the Bay as part of the theatre's 25th anniversary celebrations this year. Toerien, a legendary local producer, established this intimate stage as a home to world class entertainment for drama, comedy, dance, musicals and cabarets. The 264 seater venue serves as a platform for magic, captivating an audience of all ages time and again.
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2013
Pieter Toerien presents Andrew Lloyd Webber's magnificent musical SUNSET BOULEVARD at Theatre on the Bay as part of the theatre's 25th anniversary celebrations this year. Toerien, a legendary local producer, established this intimate stage as a home to world class entertainment for drama, comedy, dance, musicals and cabarets. The 264 seater venue serves as a platform for magic, captivating an audience of all ages time and again.
Cape Town City Ballet to Present Three Ballets for the Festive Season, Dec 11-Jan 11
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2013
Cape Town City Ballet will be presenting a bumper programme during the festive season, with no less than three exciting ballets running at Artscape from 11 December 2013 to 11 January 2014.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2013
Cape Town City Ballet will be presenting a bumper programme during the festive season, with no less than three exciting ballets running at Artscape from 11 December 2013 to 11 January 2014.
BWW Reviews: Half-baked BLOOD BROTHERS Adaptation Needs More Time in the Womb
by David Fick - October 06, 2013
The reality of what has been achieved in this adaptation belies the potential that this version of BLOOD BROTHERS held in its conception. While there are some moments that work beautifully, there are many where the shaky ideological foundation upon which this production is built calls the entire exercise into question.
by David Fick - October 06, 2013
The reality of what has been achieved in this adaptation belies the potential that this version of BLOOD BROTHERS held in its conception. While there are some moments that work beautifully, there are many where the shaky ideological foundation upon which this production is built calls the entire exercise into question.
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek - African Creativity Under the Spotlight at ACEC 2013
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2013
Take a look at the work of some of Africa's most creative visual and performing artists who will inspire some of the many seminars at the African Creative Economy Conference. With the must-attend conference in Cape Town, South Africa from today, 6-9 October, the line-up of speakers and panellists has grown into an inspirational and diverse collective that ranges from fashion entrepreneurs to political analysts, and musicians to government ministers. Scroll down for a sneak peek!
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2013
Take a look at the work of some of Africa's most creative visual and performing artists who will inspire some of the many seminars at the African Creative Economy Conference. With the must-attend conference in Cape Town, South Africa from today, 6-9 October, the line-up of speakers and panellists has grown into an inspirational and diverse collective that ranges from fashion entrepreneurs to political analysts, and musicians to government ministers. Scroll down for a sneak peek!
Fully Improvised 15 hour Medieval Fantasy Soap-a-thon to Aid Rape Crisis in Cape Town
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2013
Last year, ImproGuise, South Africa's longest running, award-winning and hilarious improvisation company amazed and delighted audiences with South Africa's first-ever non-stop 12-hour Soap-a-thon. Nobody believed it was possible, and for the few die-hards who managed to sit through all of the hour and ten minute episodes, it was a theatrical rite of passage. No sooner had ImproGuise finished the task, fans started asking the company when the next one would be….
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2013
Last year, ImproGuise, South Africa's longest running, award-winning and hilarious improvisation company amazed and delighted audiences with South Africa's first-ever non-stop 12-hour Soap-a-thon. Nobody believed it was possible, and for the few die-hards who managed to sit through all of the hour and ten minute episodes, it was a theatrical rite of passage. No sooner had ImproGuise finished the task, fans started asking the company when the next one would be….
ASSITEJ to Host Family Festival in November
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2013
ASSITEJ South Africa is based in the very poor township community of Vrygrond close to Muizenberg, Cape Town. The organisation is holding a Family Festival of performances for children and their families in the community this November. ASSITEJ South Africa is holding on a number of community-based engagements prior to the festival, which are driven by our Vrygrond-based volunteers, and aim to get as much community support and buy-in for the festival as possible.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2013
ASSITEJ South Africa is based in the very poor township community of Vrygrond close to Muizenberg, Cape Town. The organisation is holding a Family Festival of performances for children and their families in the community this November. ASSITEJ South Africa is holding on a number of community-based engagements prior to the festival, which are driven by our Vrygrond-based volunteers, and aim to get as much community support and buy-in for the festival as possible.
AFAI's African Creative Market Set for 6-13 Oct
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2013
A week-long African Creative Market (ACM), an initiative of the African Arts Institute (AFAI), launches in Cape Town from 6 to 13 October. The event series, featuring esteemed filmmakers, artists, writers and playwrights from across the continent, will extend from the city's trendy Innovation district to its oldest township, Langa.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2013
A week-long African Creative Market (ACM), an initiative of the African Arts Institute (AFAI), launches in Cape Town from 6 to 13 October. The event series, featuring esteemed filmmakers, artists, writers and playwrights from across the continent, will extend from the city's trendy Innovation district to its oldest township, Langa.
African Arts Institute Hosts African Creative Market Alongside ACEC, Now thru Oct 13
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2013
With the African Creative Economy Conference launching in less than two weeks, details of a parallel creative events programme Institute will present the African Creative Market (today, 4-13 October) to showcase creative goods and services in greater Cape Town. Cultural events are scheduled for Cape Town's oldest township, Langa, as well as the up-and-coming, central city design and innovation district known colloquially as The Fringe in District Six.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2013
With the African Creative Economy Conference launching in less than two weeks, details of a parallel creative events programme Institute will present the African Creative Market (today, 4-13 October) to showcase creative goods and services in greater Cape Town. Cultural events are scheduled for Cape Town's oldest township, Langa, as well as the up-and-coming, central city design and innovation district known colloquially as The Fringe in District Six.
My Shirt Productions Presents THE FRONTIERSMEN at Alexander Upstairs, Now thru 12 Oct
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2013
THE FRONTIERSMEN, a new play written by Fleur du Cap Theatre Award winning playwright Louis Viljoen, stars Nicholas Pauling and Mark Elderkin and is directed by Greg Karvellas. The season, presented by My Shirt Productions, runs at The Alexander Upstairs at the Alexander Bar, from today, 3-12 October 2013.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2013
THE FRONTIERSMEN, a new play written by Fleur du Cap Theatre Award winning playwright Louis Viljoen, stars Nicholas Pauling and Mark Elderkin and is directed by Greg Karvellas. The season, presented by My Shirt Productions, runs at The Alexander Upstairs at the Alexander Bar, from today, 3-12 October 2013.
Andrew Buckland to Bring LAUGH THE BUFFALO to Baxter Theatre, 16 Oct - 30 Nov
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2013
South African theatre legend Andrew Buckland and the Baxter Theatre Centre present the world premiere of Laugh The Buffalo, a new solo production from this internationally acclaimed theatre icon. It will be performed from 16 October until 30 November at 8.15 pm in the Golden Arrow Studio.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2013
South African theatre legend Andrew Buckland and the Baxter Theatre Centre present the world premiere of Laugh The Buffalo, a new solo production from this internationally acclaimed theatre icon. It will be performed from 16 October until 30 November at 8.15 pm in the Golden Arrow Studio.
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