Review: BECOMING BENNO is a Fun Look at The Truth Behind Emigrating from South Africa
by Faeron Wheeler - August 04, 2025
Ben Voss has come home with his show about moving away - BECOMING BENNO. This one-man show, directed by Michael Richard and dramaturgy by John van de Ruit, is full of heart and humour - and definitely worth catching as Voss tours around SA with it.
by Faeron Wheeler - August 04, 2025
Ben Voss has come home with his show about moving away - BECOMING BENNO. This one-man show, directed by Michael Richard and dramaturgy by John van de Ruit, is full of heart and humour - and definitely worth catching as Voss tours around SA with it.
Review: EARTHSIDE Is a Candid, Raw and Hilarious Ode to Love and Grief
by Jaime Uranovsky - August 04, 2025
EARTHSIDE, written and performed by Candice Bernstein and directed by Jennifer Steyn, is a deeply personal exploration of the duality of love and loss. In this brave autobiographical production, Bernstein shares the grief of losing various figures in her life, including her indomitable grandfather, while simultaneously celebrating her pregnancy and the birth of her first child.
by Jaime Uranovsky - August 04, 2025
EARTHSIDE, written and performed by Candice Bernstein and directed by Jennifer Steyn, is a deeply personal exploration of the duality of love and loss. In this brave autobiographical production, Bernstein shares the grief of losing various figures in her life, including her indomitable grandfather, while simultaneously celebrating her pregnancy and the birth of her first child.
ON A SERIOUS NOTE: PRESS PLAY Premieres at POPArt Theatre Beginning July 31
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
Kwasha Theatre Company returns to the stage with the world premiere of On a Serious Note: Press Play, a provocative new theatrical work running at Johannesburg’s POPArt Theatre from July 31 to August 3.
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
Kwasha Theatre Company returns to the stage with the world premiere of On a Serious Note: Press Play, a provocative new theatrical work running at Johannesburg’s POPArt Theatre from July 31 to August 3.
Mike van Graan’s TO LIFE, WITH LOVE Featuring John Maytham is Coming to Societas Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2025
Mike van Graan’s To Life, With Love featuring John Maytham, the highly regarded Cape Talk host and trained actor, is returning due to popular demand at the delightful pop-up theatre Societas Theatre in Kloof Street, Cape Town.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2025
Mike van Graan’s To Life, With Love featuring John Maytham, the highly regarded Cape Talk host and trained actor, is returning due to popular demand at the delightful pop-up theatre Societas Theatre in Kloof Street, Cape Town.
Review: UNRULY at the Baxter Studio Is Theatre in its Purest Form
by Jaime Uranovsky - July 24, 2025
Cape Town is blessed with a rich array of theatre, much of which provokes thought, evokes deep feelings and holds a mirror up to society. Very rarely, however, a piece of theatre transcends even that – it is a spiritual experience of sorts. You feel changed by it. This is how I feel about UNRULY – it is more than a piece of theatre to me. It is an experience that I will forever hold dear and one which, to me, is theatre in its purest form.
by Jaime Uranovsky - July 24, 2025
Cape Town is blessed with a rich array of theatre, much of which provokes thought, evokes deep feelings and holds a mirror up to society. Very rarely, however, a piece of theatre transcends even that – it is a spiritual experience of sorts. You feel changed by it. This is how I feel about UNRULY – it is more than a piece of theatre to me. It is an experience that I will forever hold dear and one which, to me, is theatre in its purest form.
Review: BEYOND at Theatre on the Bay Is Beyond Words
by Jaime Uranovsky - July 24, 2025
LAMTA has done it again with BEYOND: A FANTASY CIRQUE EXPERIENCE. This gorgeous, cirque variety show is packed with awe-inspiring numbers by a range of choreographers: Anna Olivier, Ashley Searle, Gain Collective, Duane Alexander, Jared Schaedler, Jasmine Minter, Michelle Reid, Naoline Quinzin, the Outlore and Robin van Wyk.
by Jaime Uranovsky - July 24, 2025
LAMTA has done it again with BEYOND: A FANTASY CIRQUE EXPERIENCE. This gorgeous, cirque variety show is packed with awe-inspiring numbers by a range of choreographers: Anna Olivier, Ashley Searle, Gain Collective, Duane Alexander, Jared Schaedler, Jasmine Minter, Michelle Reid, Naoline Quinzin, the Outlore and Robin van Wyk.
Babyface Joins All White Soul Sessions Concert
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2025
Remoakantse Holdings has announced the return of its iconic year-end celebration, the All White Soul Sessions Concert, taking place over two nights on the 12th and 13th of December 2025 at the SunBet Arena, Time Square in Pretoria.
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2025
Remoakantse Holdings has announced the return of its iconic year-end celebration, the All White Soul Sessions Concert, taking place over two nights on the 12th and 13th of December 2025 at the SunBet Arena, Time Square in Pretoria.
BORN TO BE WILD - A 60s & 70s Revolution to be Presented At The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2025
Dust off your bell-bottoms and dig out your tie-dye shirts, and crank the volume to eleven – “Born To Be Wild” is coming to town. See the performance at The Drama Factory and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2025
Dust off your bell-bottoms and dig out your tie-dye shirts, and crank the volume to eleven – “Born To Be Wild” is coming to town. See the performance at The Drama Factory and learn how to purchase tickets.
THE FAB FOUR - A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES Comes to The Drama Factory in August
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2025
The Drama Factory will host The Fab Four – A Tribute to The Beatles on Sunday, August 10 at 4:00 p.m., featuring Duck Chowles and The Retro Rewind Band.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2025
The Drama Factory will host The Fab Four – A Tribute to The Beatles on Sunday, August 10 at 4:00 p.m., featuring Duck Chowles and The Retro Rewind Band.
BRYAN MILES: ELEMENTAL Comes to The Drama Factory in August
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2025
Internationally acclaimed mentalist Bryan Miles will bring his brand-new live show ELEMENTAL to The Drama Factory on Saturday, August 16 at 8:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2025
Internationally acclaimed mentalist Bryan Miles will bring his brand-new live show ELEMENTAL to The Drama Factory on Saturday, August 16 at 8:00 p.m.
Kurt Schoonraad To Bring One-Man Show FUNNY SIDE UP To Montecasino Studio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2025
South African comedy icon Kurt Schoonraad will bring his latest one-man show, Funny Side Up, to Montecasino’s Studio Theatre from August 6 to 17, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2025
South African comedy icon Kurt Schoonraad will bring his latest one-man show, Funny Side Up, to Montecasino’s Studio Theatre from August 6 to 17, 2025.
THE WIZARD OF OZ Comes to Irene Village Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2025
Pretoria Youth Theatre’s production of the Wizard of Oz will return home after a highly successful run in Johannesburg. Learn more about this upcoming performance here.
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2025
Pretoria Youth Theatre’s production of the Wizard of Oz will return home after a highly successful run in Johannesburg. Learn more about this upcoming performance here.
RUTH THE MUSICAL Comes to Afriforum Teater in September
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2025
Rehearsals have begun for Ruth the Musical, an original new kingdom-stage production that runs this September at Afriforum Teater. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2025
Rehearsals have begun for Ruth the Musical, an original new kingdom-stage production that runs this September at Afriforum Teater. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
THE DUMB WAITER Comes to Theatre on the Square, Sandton
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2025
A masterclass in tension, dark humour, and theatrical precision—Harold Pinter’s The Dumb Waiter makes its Sandton debut this August following a critically acclaimed, award-winning run in Cape Town.
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2025
A masterclass in tension, dark humour, and theatrical precision—Harold Pinter’s The Dumb Waiter makes its Sandton debut this August following a critically acclaimed, award-winning run in Cape Town.
Photos: THE GLASS MENAGERIE / SPEELGOED VAN GLAS To Play In English And Afrikaans At The Baxter This August
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2025
The Glass Menagerie / Speelgoed van glas, Nico Scheepers’ award-winning reimagining of Tennessee Williams’ classic memory play, will run in English and Afrikaans this August at the Baxter Flipside. Check out photos from the production.
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2025
The Glass Menagerie / Speelgoed van glas, Nico Scheepers’ award-winning reimagining of Tennessee Williams’ classic memory play, will run in English and Afrikaans this August at the Baxter Flipside. Check out photos from the production.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Comes To The Masque
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2025
The Masque, by arrangement with DALRO (Pty) Limited, will present Little Shop of Horrors! This hit Broadway musical will be performed beginning next month. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2025
The Masque, by arrangement with DALRO (Pty) Limited, will present Little Shop of Horrors! This hit Broadway musical will be performed beginning next month. Learn more here!
Review: JACK AND THE BEANSTALK at KickstArt Theatre Productions
by Faeron Wheeler - July 13, 2025
Durban's KickstArt Theatre Productions has finally brought one of their hilarious creations down to Cape Town and it is a lot of fun. Children and adults were crying with laughter and singing along throughout the show.
by Faeron Wheeler - July 13, 2025
Durban's KickstArt Theatre Productions has finally brought one of their hilarious creations down to Cape Town and it is a lot of fun. Children and adults were crying with laughter and singing along throughout the show.
Congolese Actor Anzor Alem Joins Cast of RUMBA ROYALE
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2025
Congolese actor and musician Anzor Alem is among the performers of the film Rumba Royale, expected in African theaters on December 12, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2025
Congolese actor and musician Anzor Alem is among the performers of the film Rumba Royale, expected in African theaters on December 12, 2025.
Review: BLOOD AND SILVER at the Baxter Theatre Centre Is a Compelling Tale of Identity, Heritage and Grit
by Jaime Uranovsky - July 10, 2025
Directed and designed by Fred Abrahamse, BLOOD AND SILVER brings the fascinating memoir of Jan Glazewski to life. Glazewski, beautifully portrayed by David Muller, is born to Polish refugees who fled their home-country on the cusp of WWII, eventually settling in Paarl. Before Glazewski’s parents escaped Poland, however, they buried the family silver in the lush forests of their homeland. “The family silver” becomes both legend and birthright, the story of which is passed down to the Glazewski siblings, together with a hand-drawn map.
by Jaime Uranovsky - July 10, 2025
Directed and designed by Fred Abrahamse, BLOOD AND SILVER brings the fascinating memoir of Jan Glazewski to life. Glazewski, beautifully portrayed by David Muller, is born to Polish refugees who fled their home-country on the cusp of WWII, eventually settling in Paarl. Before Glazewski’s parents escaped Poland, however, they buried the family silver in the lush forests of their homeland. “The family silver” becomes both legend and birthright, the story of which is passed down to the Glazewski siblings, together with a hand-drawn map.
Review: DOUBLE BILL OF GERALDINE ARON at The Milnerton Playhouse
by Faeron Wheeler - July 07, 2025
Milnerton Players is delving into the world of playwright Geraldine Aron this winter, with a double bill of one-act plays. Under the direction of Godfrey Johnson, the society is presenting MICKEY KANNIS CAUGHT MY EYE and BAR AND GER.
by Faeron Wheeler - July 07, 2025
Milnerton Players is delving into the world of playwright Geraldine Aron this winter, with a double bill of one-act plays. Under the direction of Godfrey Johnson, the society is presenting MICKEY KANNIS CAUGHT MY EYE and BAR AND GER.
Review: LA RONDE at the Baxter Studio Explores the Power Dynamics Inherent in Sex
by Jaime Uranovsky - July 07, 2025
LA RONDE, originally written by Arthur Schnitzler at the tail end of the 1800s and first performed in the early 1900s, exhibits ten interlinking scenes, each depicting a different sexual encounter. The tones of the scenes vary from sweet and endearing, to passionate, to violent. Some, in fact, depict sexual assault as opposed to sex.
by Jaime Uranovsky - July 07, 2025
LA RONDE, originally written by Arthur Schnitzler at the tail end of the 1800s and first performed in the early 1900s, exhibits ten interlinking scenes, each depicting a different sexual encounter. The tones of the scenes vary from sweet and endearing, to passionate, to violent. Some, in fact, depict sexual assault as opposed to sex.
LAMTA Will Bring BEYOND Cirque Experience to Theatre On The Bay
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Step into a realm of wonder with BEYOND, a bold new dance production from the Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy (LAMTA) directed by co-founders Anton Luitingh and Duane Alexander.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Step into a realm of wonder with BEYOND, a bold new dance production from the Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy (LAMTA) directed by co-founders Anton Luitingh and Duane Alexander.
Comedy Duo Conrad Koch And Chester Missing to Kick Off New Tour In Johannesburg This July
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Comedy duo Conrad Koch and Chester Missing kick off their national tour of Puppet Power in Johannesburg with a four-night run at the Pieter Toerien Theatre at Montecasino. Learn more and see how to purcahs tickets.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Comedy duo Conrad Koch and Chester Missing kick off their national tour of Puppet Power in Johannesburg with a four-night run at the Pieter Toerien Theatre at Montecasino. Learn more and see how to purcahs tickets.
Cape Town Opera’s Brings FOREST FRIENDS to Neighborhood Libraries
by Emmy Rice - June 22, 2025
Cape Town Opera’s Opera Blocks, a series of irresistible short performances aimed at very young audiences, is back by popular demand and coming to a library near you this July 20
by Emmy Rice - June 22, 2025
Cape Town Opera’s Opera Blocks, a series of irresistible short performances aimed at very young audiences, is back by popular demand and coming to a library near you this July 20
Review: MAJIKA: AFRICA’S GREATEST ILLUSIONISTS Is a Spellbinding and Breathtaking Show of Wonder
by Jaime Uranovsky - June 16, 2025
I didn’t know what to expect when I went to watch Majika, having not observed much magic since birthday parties circa the early 2000s. However, from start to finish I was mesmerised, with my mouth often hanging open, in awe of the impossibilities of what I had just witnessed.
by Jaime Uranovsky - June 16, 2025
I didn’t know what to expect when I went to watch Majika, having not observed much magic since birthday parties circa the early 2000s. However, from start to finish I was mesmerised, with my mouth often hanging open, in awe of the impossibilities of what I had just witnessed.
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