Sonwa Sakuba Institute for the Performing Arts Makes Cape Town Debut With Disney’s MOANA JR
by Stephi Wild - January 08, 2026
The magic of Disney met the vibrance of South African talent this December as the Sonwa Sakuba Institute for the Performing Arts launched its Cape Town expansion with a sold-out run of Moana JR. at Theatre Arts in Observatory, Cape Town.
by Stephi Wild - January 08, 2026
The magic of Disney met the vibrance of South African talent this December as the Sonwa Sakuba Institute for the Performing Arts launched its Cape Town expansion with a sold-out run of Moana JR. at Theatre Arts in Observatory, Cape Town.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards; JOSEPH Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: COLLEEN THE MUSICAL at Pam Golding Theatre At The Baxter
by Michelle B Lewis - December 27, 2025
Colleen the Musical arrives with a flourish of sass, sparkle and unmistakeable Cape Town flavour. It is a joyous return that few could have predicted yet many will celebrate.
by Michelle B Lewis - December 27, 2025
Colleen the Musical arrives with a flourish of sass, sparkle and unmistakeable Cape Town flavour. It is a joyous return that few could have predicted yet many will celebrate.
New Year's Eve in the City-Get Ready to Dine and Party
by Marina Kennedy - December 18, 2025
It's time to plan your celebrations to welcome 2026. With over 15 selections in our roundup, it's time to gather your group and make reservations. Dine, dance, drink and party the night away.
by Marina Kennedy - December 18, 2025
It's time to plan your celebrations to welcome 2026. With over 15 selections in our roundup, it's time to gather your group and make reservations. Dine, dance, drink and party the night away.
THE JOHNSON JUKEBOX Comes to the Drama Factory in January
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
The Johnson Jukebox will come to The Drama Factory next month. The performance is set for 18 January 2026 at 4pm. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
The Johnson Jukebox will come to The Drama Factory next month. The performance is set for 18 January 2026 at 4pm. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
Andrew Young Brings SAXMAN to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
Andrew Young will bring SAXMAN to the Drama Factory next month. The performance is set for 25 January 2026. Learn more about the upcoming performance here.
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
Andrew Young will bring SAXMAN to the Drama Factory next month. The performance is set for 25 January 2026. Learn more about the upcoming performance here.
Andrew Young Will Bring ROLL OVER BEETHOVEN to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
For the first time in South Africa, world-renowned saxophonist Andrew Young will bring his brand-new show Roll Over Beethoven, which debuted to rave reviews in Europe earlier in 2025.
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
For the first time in South Africa, world-renowned saxophonist Andrew Young will bring his brand-new show Roll Over Beethoven, which debuted to rave reviews in Europe earlier in 2025.
Cape Town City Ballet's Festive Fairy Parade Returns This Christmas Eve
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
On Wednesday 24 December 2025, Christmas Eve takes on an extra sparkle at Artscape as Cape Town City Ballet invites young theatre-goers to step into the spotlight. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
On Wednesday 24 December 2025, Christmas Eve takes on an extra sparkle at Artscape as Cape Town City Ballet invites young theatre-goers to step into the spotlight. Learn more here!
Review: MOANA JR at THEATRE ARTS
by Judith Herbig - December 17, 2025
MOANA JR. at Theatre Arts Observatory, directed by Sonwa Sakuba, is joyful, visually rich holiday theatre, captivating young audiences with a story of courage, self-belief and bravery.
by Judith Herbig - December 17, 2025
MOANA JR. at Theatre Arts Observatory, directed by Sonwa Sakuba, is joyful, visually rich holiday theatre, captivating young audiences with a story of courage, self-belief and bravery.
Cape Town City Ballet Adds ALICE IN WONDERLAND Performance
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
After opening to a sold house last week and with the entire season heavily booked in advance, Cape Town City Ballet (CTCB) has added a matinee performance of Alice in Wonderland on the last day of the season.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
After opening to a sold house last week and with the entire season heavily booked in advance, Cape Town City Ballet (CTCB) has added a matinee performance of Alice in Wonderland on the last day of the season.
Cape Ballet Africa's THE NUTCRACKER Comes to Artscape in February 2026
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
The Mother City will finally have the chance to experience the mother of all ballets when the magic of Cape Ballet Africa's The Nutcracker is performed at Artscape's Opera House in February.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
The Mother City will finally have the chance to experience the mother of all ballets when the magic of Cape Ballet Africa's The Nutcracker is performed at Artscape's Opera House in February.
Cape Town Opera Will Perform GERSHWIN IN THE PARK
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
On Sunday 15 February 2026, Cape Town Opera will present Gershwin in the Park, a one-night-only celebration of the golden age of American music at the Maynardville Open-Air Festival.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
On Sunday 15 February 2026, Cape Town Opera will present Gershwin in the Park, a one-night-only celebration of the golden age of American music at the Maynardville Open-Air Festival.
Tollie Parton Will Host Royal Countess Zingara’s New Year’s Eve Show at Century City
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2025
Sequinned goddess and drag comedy icon Tollie Parton will host a New Year’s Eve event at The Royal Countess Zingara at Century City. Learn more about the event here!
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2025
Sequinned goddess and drag comedy icon Tollie Parton will host a New Year’s Eve event at The Royal Countess Zingara at Century City. Learn more about the event here!
Cape Town Opera Reveals 2026 Season Lineup
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2025
Cape Town Opera has announced its 2026 season that spans grand opera, new musical collaborations, family-friendly storytelling and community engagement across the city.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2025
Cape Town Opera has announced its 2026 season that spans grand opera, new musical collaborations, family-friendly storytelling and community engagement across the city.
Review: ALICE IN WONDERLAND - A PANTOMIME is good fun for all
by Faeron Wheeler - December 03, 2025
I'm pretty sure that you will love ALICE IN WONDERLAND - A PANTO (and don't you tell me 'oh no, I won't' because I'll just say 'oh yes, you will'). It's a true pantomime with all the audience interaction hijinks and hilarity. It's a lot of fun!
by Faeron Wheeler - December 03, 2025
I'm pretty sure that you will love ALICE IN WONDERLAND - A PANTO (and don't you tell me 'oh no, I won't' because I'll just say 'oh yes, you will'). It's a true pantomime with all the audience interaction hijinks and hilarity. It's a lot of fun!
Johannesburg Awakening Minds Debuts Long-Form Improv at Theatre on the Square
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
The Assembly Improv South Africa will present a landmark performance featuring Johannesburg Awakening Minds (JAM) at Theatre on the Square, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
The Assembly Improv South Africa will present a landmark performance featuring Johannesburg Awakening Minds (JAM) at Theatre on the Square, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton.
FIRST LOVE is Coming to POPArt Theatre in December
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2025
First Love will be presented at POPArt Theatre, performed by William Harding, and directed by Qondiswa James. “...for the first time in my life... I had to contend with a feeling which gradually assumed, to my dismay, the dread name of love…”
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2025
First Love will be presented at POPArt Theatre, performed by William Harding, and directed by Qondiswa James. “...for the first time in my life... I had to contend with a feeling which gradually assumed, to my dismay, the dread name of love…”
SEASONS OF DANCE Showcase Will Be Performed By Joburg Ballet School
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
Joburg Ballet will present Seasons of Dance - a festive showcase of young talent, a vibrant year-end dance showcase by the Joburg Ballet School, in collaboration with Maison De La Dance.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
Joburg Ballet will present Seasons of Dance - a festive showcase of young talent, a vibrant year-end dance showcase by the Joburg Ballet School, in collaboration with Maison De La Dance.
THE MANTIS AND THE MOON and STUBBY THE CATERPILLAR Come to National Children’s Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
National Children’s Theatre will stage a visually poetic double-bill, reimagining Marguerite Poland’s beloved stories “The Mantis and The Moon” and “Stubby the Caterpillar” from 18 November until 14 December.
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
National Children’s Theatre will stage a visually poetic double-bill, reimagining Marguerite Poland’s beloved stories “The Mantis and The Moon” and “Stubby the Caterpillar” from 18 November until 14 December.
Review: GISELLE at the Baxter Theatre Centre Is an Entrancing and Ethereal Tryst of a Ballet
by Jaime Uranovsky - November 20, 2025
I have never been as entranced by a ballet as I was by this breathtaking production of GISELLE. Set in a rustic village surrounded by a dense wood, Michael Mitchell’s set is immensely atmospheric and one feels immediately drawn into its lush depths.
by Jaime Uranovsky - November 20, 2025
I have never been as entranced by a ballet as I was by this breathtaking production of GISELLE. Set in a rustic village surrounded by a dense wood, Michael Mitchell’s set is immensely atmospheric and one feels immediately drawn into its lush depths.
Review: MS. B-HAVED Schools Us on the Life of a Teacher in the 2020s
by Jaime Uranovsky - November 19, 2025
MS. B-HAVED, directed by Natasha Sutherland, tells the story of Sally Burkett, “Ms B”, (played by Sue Diepeveen, who is also the writer of the play), a beloved yet disgraced grade 3 teacher.
by Jaime Uranovsky - November 19, 2025
MS. B-HAVED, directed by Natasha Sutherland, tells the story of Sally Burkett, “Ms B”, (played by Sue Diepeveen, who is also the writer of the play), a beloved yet disgraced grade 3 teacher.
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards
by BWW Awards - November 18, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - November 18, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Interview: Louis Viljoen of THE VULGARIANS at Masamba Theatre, Baxter
by Michelle B Lewis - November 12, 2025
I had the pleasure of chatting with Louis Viljoen about his latest work, the joy of reunion and why laughter might just be the most revealing response of all.
by Michelle B Lewis - November 12, 2025
I had the pleasure of chatting with Louis Viljoen about his latest work, the joy of reunion and why laughter might just be the most revealing response of all.
MOANA JR. Comes to Cape Town This December
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2025
This December, Sonwa Sakuba Institute for the Performing Arts (SSIPA) will present its Cape Town debut production – Disney’s Moana Jr. Learn more about the show here!
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2025
This December, Sonwa Sakuba Institute for the Performing Arts (SSIPA) will present its Cape Town debut production – Disney’s Moana Jr. Learn more about the show here!
ALICE IN WONDERLAND Panto Comes to the Milnerton Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2025
It’s Panto season and Cape Town audiences are invited to journey through the looking glass this holiday season as Milnerton Players and Pinelands Players present Alice in Wonderland – A Pantomime at the Milnerton Playhouse.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2025
It’s Panto season and Cape Town audiences are invited to journey through the looking glass this holiday season as Milnerton Players and Pinelands Players present Alice in Wonderland – A Pantomime at the Milnerton Playhouse.
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