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Interview: Pieter-Dirk Uys of SELL-BY DATE at Theatre on the Bay Talks Politics, Thea

Interview: Pieter-Dirk Uys of SELL-BY DATE at Theatre on the Bay Talks Politics, Theatre and Humour

by Jaime Uranovsky — May 10, 2023
South African author, satirist, and social activist Pieter-Dirk Uys brings his latest show, SELL-BY DATE, to Pieter Toerien's Theatre on the Bay later this month.
LOVE ME, FEED ME, NEVER LEAVE ME Comes to The Drama Factory in June

LOVE ME, FEED ME, NEVER LEAVE ME Comes to The Drama Factory in June

by BWW News Desk — May 10, 2023
'Love me, Feed me, Never Leave me' is a comedic play about love, longing and navigating modern relationships.
World Premiere Of Damon Galgut's THE PROMISE Comes to the Stage

World Premiere Of Damon Galgut's THE PROMISE Comes to the Stage

by BWW News Desk — May 10, 2023
In what promises to be one of the most thrilling theatre highlights of the year, the stage production of Damon Galgut's Booker Prize-winning novel, THE PROMISE, will have its world premiere in Cape Town this September.
Premiere Of New Gripping Louis Viljoen Play THE VISIGOTHS Comes To The Baxter's Masam

Premiere Of New Gripping Louis Viljoen Play THE VISIGOTHS Comes To The Baxter's Masambe This June

by BWW News Desk — May 10, 2023
Award-winning playwright and director Louis Viljoen's new thrilling offering, THE VISIGOTHS, will keep you transfixed at every suspenseful twist and turn at the Baxter's Masambe Theatre from 6 to 24 June 2023.
Review: MY FELLOW SOUTH AFRICANS at Innovation Lounge at Artscape Presents Relevant a

Review: MY FELLOW SOUTH AFRICANS at Innovation Lounge at Artscape Presents Relevant and Satirical Social Commentary

by Jaime Uranovsky — May 9, 2023
If South Africans know how to do one thing, it is to laugh – especially at ourselves.
Review: FIREFLY is a Heartwarming Delight

Review: FIREFLY is a Heartwarming Delight

by Faeron Wheeler — May 8, 2023
FIREFLY was absolutely delightful, beautiful and charming.
Review: STRICTLY BRITISH at Milnerton Playhouse Is a Fun, High-Energy Ode to British

Review: STRICTLY BRITISH at Milnerton Playhouse Is a Fun, High-Energy Ode to British Music

by Jaime Uranovsky — May 8, 2023
It is near impossible to pinpoint what exactly the essence of ‘British music’ is.
13th Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa Opens Today In Cape Town

13th Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa Opens Today In Cape Town

by BWW News Desk — May 8, 2023
The 13th Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa (SSFSA) opens tonight (8 May 2023) at the Star Theatre at the District Six Homecoming Centre in Cape Town.
SONGSCAPES Comes to Christ Church Constantia This Weekend

SONGSCAPES Comes to Christ Church Constantia This Weekend

by BWW News Desk — May 5, 2023
The sensational soprano Lynelle Kenned, with tenor Luvo Maranti and the acclaimed Stefan Lombard on piano, will present Songscapes, on 7 May 2023, at 3pm at Christ Church Constantia, as part of the Christ Church Concerts.
FIREFLY Comes To The Pieter Toerien Theatre at Monte This Month

FIREFLY Comes To The Pieter Toerien Theatre at Monte This Month

by BWW News Desk — May 3, 2023
FIREFLY comes to Pieter Toerien's Montecasino Theatre from 19 May to 11 June, 2023.
The Family Band Presents A QUEEN Experience at The Drama Factory This Month

The Family Band Presents A QUEEN Experience at The Drama Factory This Month

by BWW News Desk — May 2, 2023
The Family Band, consisting of 8 members, have garnered a reputation for being one of the best tribute bands in South Africa, with a line-up of seasoned musicians and a dynamic, professional frontman.
TWELFTH NIGHT Comes to the Masque Theatre

TWELFTH NIGHT Comes to the Masque Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 2, 2023
Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night is at last going to hit the stage at the Masque Theatre this July.
Review: THE KING OF BROKEN THINGS from Theatre Smiths Will Stay in Your Heart

Review: THE KING OF BROKEN THINGS from Theatre Smiths Will Stay in Your Heart

by Faeron Wheeler — April 28, 2023
Have you ever seen a piece of theatre that crawls into your heart and you’re happy for it to just stay there? This is how I feel after seeing THE KING OF BROKEN THINGS.
Review: CRUISE at Homecoming Centre Is Poignant, Relevant and Powerful

Review: CRUISE at Homecoming Centre Is Poignant, Relevant and Powerful

by Jaime Uranovsky — April 28, 2023
What did our critic think of CRUISE at Homecoming Centre?CRUISE, originally written and performed by Jack Holden, was one of the first plays to open after the COVID-19 lockdown in London, after which it moved to the West End, garnering an Olivier Award nomination for Best New Play.
BASICALLY BROADWAY Fundraiser Will Raise Money For the Masque Theatre

BASICALLY BROADWAY Fundraiser Will Raise Money For the Masque Theatre

by BWW News Desk — April 24, 2023
The Masque Theatre has announced its upcoming fundraiser event - BASICALLY BROADWAY.
EMBODY YOU to Play The Drama Factory in May

EMBODY YOU to Play The Drama Factory in May

by BWW News Desk — April 23, 2023
The award-winning dancer-choreographic duo Grant van Ster and Shaun Oelf alongside their company Figure of 8 Dance Collective is coming to the Drama Factory Theatre sold-out dance work titled, EMBODY YOU.
THE GOOD NEWS CABARET Will Play The Drama Factory This Month

THE GOOD NEWS CABARET Will Play The Drama Factory This Month

by BWW News Desk — April 23, 2023
Godfrey Johnson and Roland Perold - sharing one stage and a single piano – for a once-off, not-to-be missed, performance at the Drama Factory.
Review: MR HARE MEETS MR MANDELA and WANDA THE MUSICAL at the Homecoming Centre

Review: MR HARE MEETS MR MANDELA and WANDA THE MUSICAL at the Homecoming Centre

by Klara van Rooyen — April 23, 2023
In the world of theatre, the attitude towards children's theatre is not always positive.
Review: SUEÑOS at Theatre on the Bay Is a Sensual Celebration of Spanish Music and D

Review: SUEÑOS at Theatre on the Bay Is a Sensual Celebration of Spanish Music and Dance

by Jaime Uranovsky — April 22, 2023
SUEÑOS, which translates to ‘dreams’ is an ode to Andalucía in Spain and is the third collaboration between internationally acclaimed and 2020 SAMA-winning guitarist James Grace, and leading choreographer and principal dancer of South Africa’s foremost Spanish dance company, Compañía Sophi
Interview: Levy Sekgapane talks about returning to SA and singing in THE PEARL FISHER

Interview: Levy Sekgapane talks about returning to SA and singing in THE PEARL FISHERS at Artscape

by Faeron Wheeler — April 20, 2023
Opera fans in Cape Town are in for a very exciting treat this May.
Review: JAKOB is beautiful magical realism at The Drama Factory

Review: JAKOB is beautiful magical realism at The Drama Factory

by Faeron Wheeler — April 20, 2023
At its heart, JAKOB is a simple story.
DUDE! WA'S MY PHONE? Comes to NATi Rep Theatre

DUDE! WA'S MY PHONE? Comes to NATi Rep Theatre

by BWW News Desk — April 20, 2023
Your favourite Dude! Dean September is back, and this time it's his newfound lifeline that's gone amiss in Dude! Wa's My Phone? The award-winning Jeremeo Le Cordeur writes and performs in this Vulture Productions production, which has been developed with the support of KKNK and Suidoosterfees in col
The Muffinz Come to Emperors Palace in June

The Muffinz Come to Emperors Palace in June

by BWW News Desk — April 19, 2023
Known for their soulful live performances, renowned South African group, The Muffinz, are set to deliver a captivating and unforgettable performance when they take to the Theatre of Marcellus stage at Emperors Palace on the 3rd of June.
Levy Sekgapane Returns Home For Cape Town Opera's THE PEARL FISHERS at Artscape Next

Levy Sekgapane Returns Home For Cape Town Opera's THE PEARL FISHERS at Artscape Next Month

by BWW News Desk — April 17, 2023
From May 10-14, 2023, Cape Town Opera presents George Bizet’s masterful French opera The Pearl Fishers at Artscape with an all-star cast and chorus led by 2017 Operalia winner Levy Sekgapane in his debut as Nadir.
Review: DIE MOEDER at The Baxter Explores the Nightmarish Conclusion of Motherhood

Review: DIE MOEDER at The Baxter Explores the Nightmarish Conclusion of Motherhood

by Klara van Rooyen — April 16, 2023
DIE MOEDER needs no introduction.

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