Cape Town Celebrates Women's Day With BELLES OF THE BALLET, 8/9
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2013
BELLES OF THE BALLET, a special ballet performance in celebration of Women's Day will be presented at Artscape on 9 August. From the flirtatious Carmen, heartbroken Camille and the daring Delilah, Cape Town City Ballet pays tribute to women in love, with an exquisite selection of beautiful scenes from a host of your favourite ballets.
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2013
BELLES OF THE BALLET, a special ballet performance in celebration of Women's Day will be presented at Artscape on 9 August. From the flirtatious Carmen, heartbroken Camille and the daring Delilah, Cape Town City Ballet pays tribute to women in love, with an exquisite selection of beautiful scenes from a host of your favourite ballets.
Photo Flash: Conrad Koch's THE CHESTER MISSING ROADSHOW Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
With THE CHESTER MISSING ROADSHOW on its way back to Cape Town after a sold out run in Johannesburg, it is time to meet Conrad Koch and his friends. This cutting edge social satire is returning to the Baxter Theatre by popular demand, for a limited season from today, 23 July to 3 August 2013. Meet the cast below!
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
With THE CHESTER MISSING ROADSHOW on its way back to Cape Town after a sold out run in Johannesburg, it is time to meet Conrad Koch and his friends. This cutting edge social satire is returning to the Baxter Theatre by popular demand, for a limited season from today, 23 July to 3 August 2013. Meet the cast below!
Pianist Petronel Malan Set for Hugo Concert Series, 4 August
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2013
On Sunday 4 August, the Hugo Concert Series will present the award-winning Grammy nominated pianist Petronel Malan in a highly anticipated recital that will include works by Haydn, Schumann, Rachmaninoff, Tchaikovsky and Liszt.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2013
On Sunday 4 August, the Hugo Concert Series will present the award-winning Grammy nominated pianist Petronel Malan in a highly anticipated recital that will include works by Haydn, Schumann, Rachmaninoff, Tchaikovsky and Liszt.
BWW Reviews: Nothing Much to See in A TOWN CALLED FOKOL LUTHO
by David Fick - July 21, 2013
On paper, A TOWN CALLED FOKOL LUTHO looks as though it should work, but some appealing songs and a few chuckles aside, the show falls short of what it aspires to be: an engaging and memorable musical comedy that holds its own in the local musical theatre scene.
by David Fick - July 21, 2013
On paper, A TOWN CALLED FOKOL LUTHO looks as though it should work, but some appealing songs and a few chuckles aside, the show falls short of what it aspires to be: an engaging and memorable musical comedy that holds its own in the local musical theatre scene.
Laurika Rauch Appears on Frans Swart's RENDEZVOUS Today
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2013
Laurika Rauch is Frans Swart se gas op sy program, Rendezvous, hierdie Sondag 21 Julie vanaf 10:00 tot 13:00 op Oos-Rand Stereo 93.9FM. In die profielgedeelte van Rendezvous, nooi Frans bekendes om hulle eie musiekkeuse te kom voorspeel. 'Die program is baie gewild, want ons leer regtig die bekendes deur hulle musiek en ook wat sekere snitte in hulle lewens beteken het. Die proses is so lekker vir radio, want mense gesels baie maklik oor musiek,' se Swart.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2013
Laurika Rauch is Frans Swart se gas op sy program, Rendezvous, hierdie Sondag 21 Julie vanaf 10:00 tot 13:00 op Oos-Rand Stereo 93.9FM. In die profielgedeelte van Rendezvous, nooi Frans bekendes om hulle eie musiekkeuse te kom voorspeel. 'Die program is baie gewild, want ons leer regtig die bekendes deur hulle musiek en ook wat sekere snitte in hulle lewens beteken het. Die proses is so lekker vir radio, want mense gesels baie maklik oor musiek,' se Swart.
BWW Reviews: Delicate and Moving THE YEAR OF THE BICYCLE
by David Fick - July 20, 2013
Together with a pair of compelling performers, Joanna Evans has created a moving reflection of the things that draw us together as human beings, as well as of those that tear us apart in THE YEAR OF THE BICYCLE.
by David Fick - July 20, 2013
Together with a pair of compelling performers, Joanna Evans has created a moving reflection of the things that draw us together as human beings, as well as of those that tear us apart in THE YEAR OF THE BICYCLE.
Mark Banks Set for Cape Town Comeback with BANKSRUPT!, July 31-Aug 10
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2013
After several years of working on the biggest comedy line-up shows in South Africa, Mark Banks stages his triumphant return to the one-man stand up show circuit with the hit production, BANKSRUPT!
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2013
After several years of working on the biggest comedy line-up shows in South Africa, Mark Banks stages his triumphant return to the one-man stand up show circuit with the hit production, BANKSRUPT!
Laurika Rauch to Appear on Frans Swart's RENDEZVOUS, July 21
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2013
Laurika Rauch is Frans Swart se gas op sy program, Rendezvous, hierdie Sondag 21 Julie vanaf 10:00 tot 13:00 op Oos-Rand Stereo 93.9FM. In die profielgedeelte van Rendezvous, nooi Frans bekendes om hulle eie musiekkeuse te kom voorspeel. 'Die program is baie gewild, want ons leer regtig die bekendes deur hulle musiek en ook wat sekere snitte in hulle lewens beteken het. Die proses is so lekker vir radio, want mense gesels baie maklik oor musiek,' se Swart.
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2013
Laurika Rauch is Frans Swart se gas op sy program, Rendezvous, hierdie Sondag 21 Julie vanaf 10:00 tot 13:00 op Oos-Rand Stereo 93.9FM. In die profielgedeelte van Rendezvous, nooi Frans bekendes om hulle eie musiekkeuse te kom voorspeel. 'Die program is baie gewild, want ons leer regtig die bekendes deur hulle musiek en ook wat sekere snitte in hulle lewens beteken het. Die proses is so lekker vir radio, want mense gesels baie maklik oor musiek,' se Swart.
Lefra Produksie Presents Verna Vels's LIEWE HEKSIE, Now thru 7/19
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2013
Lefra Produksie se treffer verhoogaanbieding van Verna Vels se Liewe Heksie word 17-19 Julie by KunsteKaap aangebied. Besprekings kan gedoen word by Computicket (011) 340 8000 of www.computicket.com Daar word twee vertonings per dag aangebied om 09:30 en om 12:00 Heksie is ideale vermaak vir kleuterskole, creches, speelgroepies en laerskole. Selfs hoerskole gebruik Heksie vir kuns en kultuutprojekte. Indien skole of groepe wil bespreek, kan Charl geskakel word by (011) 815 3000 of stuur 'n epos aan admin@lefra.com Vir meer inligting, besoek www.lieweheksie.co.za.
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2013
Lefra Produksie se treffer verhoogaanbieding van Verna Vels se Liewe Heksie word 17-19 Julie by KunsteKaap aangebied. Besprekings kan gedoen word by Computicket (011) 340 8000 of www.computicket.com Daar word twee vertonings per dag aangebied om 09:30 en om 12:00 Heksie is ideale vermaak vir kleuterskole, creches, speelgroepies en laerskole. Selfs hoerskole gebruik Heksie vir kuns en kultuutprojekte. Indien skole of groepe wil bespreek, kan Charl geskakel word by (011) 815 3000 of stuur 'n epos aan admin@lefra.com Vir meer inligting, besoek www.lieweheksie.co.za.
Laurika Rauch and Chris Chameleon Set for African Music Festival 12, July 27
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2013
Dit is alweer Afrikaanse Musiekfees tyd by Carnival City. Vanjaar word hierdie jaarlikse Afrikaanse Musiekfees op 27 Julie aangebied - reeds in sy twaalfde uitverkoopte jaar. Afrikaanse Musiekfees 12 spog werklik vanjaar met die grootste lys van kunstenaars ooit - meer as 19 kunstenaars op een verhoog! 'Dit maak van Afrikaanse Musiekfees 12 een van die grootste musiekfeeste in die land,' se Frans Swart, regisseur en vervaardiger van die produksie.
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2013
Dit is alweer Afrikaanse Musiekfees tyd by Carnival City. Vanjaar word hierdie jaarlikse Afrikaanse Musiekfees op 27 Julie aangebied - reeds in sy twaalfde uitverkoopte jaar. Afrikaanse Musiekfees 12 spog werklik vanjaar met die grootste lys van kunstenaars ooit - meer as 19 kunstenaars op een verhoog! 'Dit maak van Afrikaanse Musiekfees 12 een van die grootste musiekfeeste in die land,' se Frans Swart, regisseur en vervaardiger van die produksie.
UCT Drama Hosts FRESH FROM FEST 2013 in Cape Town, Now thru July 27
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2013
Hot off the heels of the National Arts Festival, the productions featured this year promise to entertain, enthrall and even educate. This inter-varsity festival, FRESH FROM FEST 2013 at the Arena Theatre, creates a much needed platform for up and coming student theatre-makers to showcase their work directly after the hype of performing at Festival in Grahamstown.
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2013
Hot off the heels of the National Arts Festival, the productions featured this year promise to entertain, enthrall and even educate. This inter-varsity festival, FRESH FROM FEST 2013 at the Arena Theatre, creates a much needed platform for up and coming student theatre-makers to showcase their work directly after the hype of performing at Festival in Grahamstown.
Photo Flash: Conrad Koch Introduces the Cast of THE CHESTER MISSING ROADSHOW
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2013
With THE CHESTER MISSING ROADSHOW on its way back to Cape Town after a sold out run in Johannesburg, it is time to meet Conrad Koch and his friends. This cutting edge social satire is returning to the Baxter Theatre by popular demand, for a limited season from 23 July to 3 August 2013. Meet the cast below!
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2013
With THE CHESTER MISSING ROADSHOW on its way back to Cape Town after a sold out run in Johannesburg, it is time to meet Conrad Koch and his friends. This cutting edge social satire is returning to the Baxter Theatre by popular demand, for a limited season from 23 July to 3 August 2013. Meet the cast below!
GROET DIE GROTMAN Opens at Boksburg Barnyard Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2013
Let the Caveman inside you free! Come eat pizza, drink red wine or even something stronger! And enjoy the antics of Hannes Muller's Caveman in GROET DIE GROTMAN when he comes to visit the Boksburg Barnyard Theatre at the East Rand Mall for four Today evenings in July and August.
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2013
Let the Caveman inside you free! Come eat pizza, drink red wine or even something stronger! And enjoy the antics of Hannes Muller's Caveman in GROET DIE GROTMAN when he comes to visit the Boksburg Barnyard Theatre at the East Rand Mall for four Today evenings in July and August.
A TOWN CALLED FOKOL LUTHO Comes to Kalk Bay Theatre, Now thru Aug 10
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2013
A new a cappella musical comedy comes to Kalk Bay Theatre from today, 12 July to 10 August, hot off its premiere at the National Arts Festival.
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2013
A new a cappella musical comedy comes to Kalk Bay Theatre from today, 12 July to 10 August, hot off its premiere at the National Arts Festival.
Baxter Flipside Presents MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE, Now thru 7/27
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2013
Hearts and Eyes Theatre Collective has forged its reputation with the brave staging of human stories: the real and the personal in pursuit of truth and understanding. MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE is such a work, and will continue to build the company's reputation for the award-winning staging of true stories.
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2013
Hearts and Eyes Theatre Collective has forged its reputation with the brave staging of human stories: the real and the personal in pursuit of truth and understanding. MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE is such a work, and will continue to build the company's reputation for the award-winning staging of true stories.
Lefra Produksie to Present Verna Vels's LIEWE HEKSIE, July 17-19
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2013
Lefra Produksie se treffer verhoogaanbieding van Verna Vels se Liewe Heksie word 17-19 Julie by KunsteKaap aangebied. Besprekings kan gedoen word by Computicket (011) 340 8000 of www.computicket.com Daar word twee vertonings per dag aangebied om 09:30 en om 12:00 Heksie is ideale vermaak vir kleuterskole, creches, speelgroepies en laerskole. Selfs hoerskole gebruik Heksie vir kuns en kultuutprojekte. Indien skole of groepe wil bespreek, kan Charl geskakel word by (011) 815 3000 of stuur 'n epos aan admin@lefra.com Vir meer inligting, besoek www.lieweheksie.co.za.
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2013
Lefra Produksie se treffer verhoogaanbieding van Verna Vels se Liewe Heksie word 17-19 Julie by KunsteKaap aangebied. Besprekings kan gedoen word by Computicket (011) 340 8000 of www.computicket.com Daar word twee vertonings per dag aangebied om 09:30 en om 12:00 Heksie is ideale vermaak vir kleuterskole, creches, speelgroepies en laerskole. Selfs hoerskole gebruik Heksie vir kuns en kultuutprojekte. Indien skole of groepe wil bespreek, kan Charl geskakel word by (011) 815 3000 of stuur 'n epos aan admin@lefra.com Vir meer inligting, besoek www.lieweheksie.co.za.
LIEWE HEKSIE to Play Artscape, 17-19 July
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2013
Lefra Production's hit stage production of Verna Vels's LIEWE HEKSIE will be presented from 17-19 July at Artscape. There are two performances daily at 09:30 and 12:00 and the show is perfect entertainment for pre-schools, creches playgroups and primary schools.
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2013
Lefra Production's hit stage production of Verna Vels's LIEWE HEKSIE will be presented from 17-19 July at Artscape. There are two performances daily at 09:30 and 12:00 and the show is perfect entertainment for pre-schools, creches playgroups and primary schools.
Come and GROET DIE GROTMAN In Roodepoort, Now thru July 13
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2013
Set the caveman in you free! GROET DIE GROTMAN with Hannes Muller will be performed at the Pro Musica Theatre in Roodepoort from today, 10-13 July 2013. Come and enjoy the antics of Hannes Muller's Caveman in GROET DIE GROTMAN, Koos Kombuis's Afrikaans translation of Rob Becker's landslide comedy, DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN. Directed by Sandra Prinsloo, GROET DIE GROTMAN has set a record in Afrikaans theatre with more than 900 sold out shows!
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2013
Set the caveman in you free! GROET DIE GROTMAN with Hannes Muller will be performed at the Pro Musica Theatre in Roodepoort from today, 10-13 July 2013. Come and enjoy the antics of Hannes Muller's Caveman in GROET DIE GROTMAN, Koos Kombuis's Afrikaans translation of Rob Becker's landslide comedy, DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN. Directed by Sandra Prinsloo, GROET DIE GROTMAN has set a record in Afrikaans theatre with more than 900 sold out shows!
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Opens at Fugard Theatre in Cape Town Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2013
The Fugard Theatre in District Six's 2013 winter musical will be Richard O'Brien's iconic rock musical THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW.
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2013
The Fugard Theatre in District Six's 2013 winter musical will be Richard O'Brien's iconic rock musical THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW.
MY VROU SE MAN THE LYK SE TAS Comes to the Cape, Now thru July 20
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2013
Lefra Productions's hit farce, MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS is coming to the Cape and will play the Artscape Theatre in Cape Town from today, 10 - 20 July 2013. MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS is currently touring the country - take a look at the show's website to see the full details for the tour dates.
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2013
Lefra Productions's hit farce, MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS is coming to the Cape and will play the Artscape Theatre in Cape Town from today, 10 - 20 July 2013. MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS is currently touring the country - take a look at the show's website to see the full details for the tour dates.
RAIDERS to Open at New Rosebank Theatre in Cape Town Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2013
Presented by Theatre for Africa, RAIDERS: THE WHISKY TRADER is directed by Luke Ellenbogen. The Rosebank Theatre is situated at 16 Alma Street in Rosebank, Cape Town. For further details, visit and like the Rosebank Theatre's Facebook page. The show runs from 10 - 28 July on Wednesdays to Saturdays at 8pm. Tickets, priced at R100, can be booked through Webtickets.
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2013
Presented by Theatre for Africa, RAIDERS: THE WHISKY TRADER is directed by Luke Ellenbogen. The Rosebank Theatre is situated at 16 Alma Street in Rosebank, Cape Town. For further details, visit and like the Rosebank Theatre's Facebook page. The show runs from 10 - 28 July on Wednesdays to Saturdays at 8pm. Tickets, priced at R100, can be booked through Webtickets.
BWW Reviews: Disappointing Adaptation of THE SNOW GOOSE Needs a Rethink
by David Fick - July 06, 2013
The KBT production of THE SNOW GOOSE arrives with a yoke of great expectations around its neck. Based on Paul Gallico's classic novella, this reworking does not live up to the expectations placed upon it, missing out on much of what made Gallico's story so effective in the first place.
by David Fick - July 06, 2013
The KBT production of THE SNOW GOOSE arrives with a yoke of great expectations around its neck. Based on Paul Gallico's classic novella, this reworking does not live up to the expectations placed upon it, missing out on much of what made Gallico's story so effective in the first place.
COUNTRY LEGENDS AND FRIENDS Returns to Carnival City Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2013
The long-awaited return of Lefra Productions' Country Legends and Friends to Carnival City's Big Top Arena has been confirmed for tonight, July 6, 2013 @ 20:00 and brings together an unrivalled gathering of the legends of South African country music and a new generation of country singers in one of the largest country shows ever! Building on the success of the previous Country Legends and Friends, legends such as Lance James, Barbara Ray, Clive Bruce, Matt Hurter, Sally Vaughn and Tommy Dell will be joined by their friends, The Campbells, Alan Ladd, Jason Bradley, Manie Jackson and Rinel Day in an extravaganza that will establish these artists once again as legends and legends-to-be in the country music world. Bookings can be made at Computicket on 0861 915 8000 or at www.computicket.com. Groups of more than 10 will receive substantial discounts; please phone Lefra Productions on 011 815 3000, or send an e-mail to marketing@lefra.com. You're also welcome to discuss fundraising activities with to. For more information, visitwww.lefra.com or send an e-mail to info@lefra.co.za.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2013
The long-awaited return of Lefra Productions' Country Legends and Friends to Carnival City's Big Top Arena has been confirmed for tonight, July 6, 2013 @ 20:00 and brings together an unrivalled gathering of the legends of South African country music and a new generation of country singers in one of the largest country shows ever! Building on the success of the previous Country Legends and Friends, legends such as Lance James, Barbara Ray, Clive Bruce, Matt Hurter, Sally Vaughn and Tommy Dell will be joined by their friends, The Campbells, Alan Ladd, Jason Bradley, Manie Jackson and Rinel Day in an extravaganza that will establish these artists once again as legends and legends-to-be in the country music world. Bookings can be made at Computicket on 0861 915 8000 or at www.computicket.com. Groups of more than 10 will receive substantial discounts; please phone Lefra Productions on 011 815 3000, or send an e-mail to marketing@lefra.com. You're also welcome to discuss fundraising activities with to. For more information, visitwww.lefra.com or send an e-mail to info@lefra.co.za.
BWW Reviews: Promising CELLARDOOR Less Than the Sum of Its Parts
by David Fick - July 05, 2013
CELLARDOOR has all the makings of a superb piece of physical theatre: a great concept; a seductive soundscape; and the conceptualisation of the piece as a meeting point for dance, the spoken word, music and visual design elements.
by David Fick - July 05, 2013
CELLARDOOR has all the makings of a superb piece of physical theatre: a great concept; a seductive soundscape; and the conceptualisation of the piece as a meeting point for dance, the spoken word, music and visual design elements.
THE CHESTER MISSING ROADSHOW to Return to Cape Town's Baxter Theatre, 7/23-8/3
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2013
Chester Missing is the world's first political analyst puppet, on a mission to get South Africans laughing at people with power. After a sold out run in Johannesburg he's bringing his cutting edge social satire, THE CHESTER MISSING ROADSHOW back to Cape Town's Baxter Theatre by popular demand, for a limited season from 23 July to 3 August 2013.
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2013
Chester Missing is the world's first political analyst puppet, on a mission to get South Africans laughing at people with power. After a sold out run in Johannesburg he's bringing his cutting edge social satire, THE CHESTER MISSING ROADSHOW back to Cape Town's Baxter Theatre by popular demand, for a limited season from 23 July to 3 August 2013.
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