Sylvaine Strike Directs 60th Anniversary Production Of Edward Albee's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Starring Alan Committie at Montecasino
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2022
Gloucester Productions has announced a 2022 production of a theatrical classic at Theatre on the Bay in Cape Town and Pieter Toerien's Montecasino theatre in Johannesburg.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2022
Gloucester Productions has announced a 2022 production of a theatrical classic at Theatre on the Bay in Cape Town and Pieter Toerien's Montecasino theatre in Johannesburg.
Janice Honeyman's ADVENTURES IN PANTOLAND Arrives in November
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2022
In 1992, the then Johannesburg Civic Theatre presented writer/director Janice Honeyman's pantomime 'Sinbad's African Adventures' as its end-of-year festive season attraction. Now, thirty years later - and as the 27th annual Janice Honeyman pantomime on the Nelson Mandela Theatre stage of Joburg Theatre - the Panto of All Pantos, 'Adventures in Pantoland', marks the finale of Joburg Theatre's 60th Anniversary celebrations.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2022
In 1992, the then Johannesburg Civic Theatre presented writer/director Janice Honeyman's pantomime 'Sinbad's African Adventures' as its end-of-year festive season attraction. Now, thirty years later - and as the 27th annual Janice Honeyman pantomime on the Nelson Mandela Theatre stage of Joburg Theatre - the Panto of All Pantos, 'Adventures in Pantoland', marks the finale of Joburg Theatre's 60th Anniversary celebrations.
Interview: New writer and director Molupi Lepeli talks about BACK TO ASHES and the Zabalaza Festival
by Faeron Wheeler - September 05, 2022
Magnet Theatre graduate, Molupi Lepeli, is no stranger to the Baxter's Zabalaza Festival. In 2019, he won the award for Best Supporting Actor in the festival. This year, however, he took part as a writer and director, creating BACK TO ASHES. The production was nominated as one of the Finest of the Fest and will be on at the Golden Arrow Studio this month.
by Faeron Wheeler - September 05, 2022
Magnet Theatre graduate, Molupi Lepeli, is no stranger to the Baxter's Zabalaza Festival. In 2019, he won the award for Best Supporting Actor in the festival. This year, however, he took part as a writer and director, creating BACK TO ASHES. The production was nominated as one of the Finest of the Fest and will be on at the Golden Arrow Studio this month.
'Jabulani-A Homegrown Tribute' Comes to The Drama Factory This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2022
At last, a show that pays tribute to all your favourite South African Artists. Jabulani a Homegrown Tribute is performed by some of Cape Town's top musicians guaranteed to get any audience on their feet. This show is truly an aural and visual treat!
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2022
At last, a show that pays tribute to all your favourite South African Artists. Jabulani a Homegrown Tribute is performed by some of Cape Town's top musicians guaranteed to get any audience on their feet. This show is truly an aural and visual treat!
Interview: Sohail Booise talks about HOSTEL LIGHTS and being Finest of the Fest from Zabalaza
by Faeron Wheeler - August 31, 2022
Finest of the Fest from Baxter's Zabalaza Festival kicks off this week with Sohail Booise's HOSTEL LIGHTS. This young director also wrote and choreographed the piece. He sat down to tell us more about his experiences at the festival and this play.
by Faeron Wheeler - August 31, 2022
Finest of the Fest from Baxter's Zabalaza Festival kicks off this week with Sohail Booise's HOSTEL LIGHTS. This young director also wrote and choreographed the piece. He sat down to tell us more about his experiences at the festival and this play.
WE WILL ROCK YOU Announces All-South African Cast
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2022
After unavoidable postponements owing to COVID-19 regulations, the brand-new production and major world tour of Queen and Ben Elton's multi award-winning rock musical We Will Rock You featuring an all-South African cast, crew and band begins in Manila, The Philippines in October 2022.
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2022
After unavoidable postponements owing to COVID-19 regulations, the brand-new production and major world tour of Queen and Ben Elton's multi award-winning rock musical We Will Rock You featuring an all-South African cast, crew and band begins in Manila, The Philippines in October 2022.
'From Memphis To Las Vegas: Elvis Tribute' Comes to The Drama Factory This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2022
James Marais and Monique Cassells' “From Memphis To Las Vegas: Elvis Tribute” is a tribute to the King of Rock 'n Roll, Elvis Presley. The show covers many of Elvis' greatest hits from all three decades of his career, namely the 1950s, when Elvis became an international rock 'n roll star, the movie years of the 1960s, and the glitzy 1970s, when Elvis reigned supreme in Las Vegas.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2022
James Marais and Monique Cassells' “From Memphis To Las Vegas: Elvis Tribute” is a tribute to the King of Rock 'n Roll, Elvis Presley. The show covers many of Elvis' greatest hits from all three decades of his career, namely the 1950s, when Elvis became an international rock 'n roll star, the movie years of the 1960s, and the glitzy 1970s, when Elvis reigned supreme in Las Vegas.
A Hairaising Schools Exhibition Announced At Artscape
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2022
As part of Artscape's Schools Arts Festival a splendid hairdressing and fashion exhibition officially opens on 1 September at 11:00.
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2022
As part of Artscape's Schools Arts Festival a splendid hairdressing and fashion exhibition officially opens on 1 September at 11:00.
Cape Town Opera's Youth Development And Education FOUNDATION STUDIO Celebrates First Birthday
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2022
Glamour is undeniably a salient feature of opera: soaring voices, gleaming costumes, arresting stage sets. This form of the performing arts is a handsome amalgam of theatre, song, and music.
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2022
Glamour is undeniably a salient feature of opera: soaring voices, gleaming costumes, arresting stage sets. This form of the performing arts is a handsome amalgam of theatre, song, and music.
12th Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa Comes to the Joburg Theatre in September
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2022
After successful seasons at the Precinct Homecoming Centre in District Six and the Baxter Theatre in Cape Town, the organisers of the 12th Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa (SSFSA) are gearing up for the next leg of the 2022 festival, happening at the Joburg Theatre from 6 to 11 September 2022.
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2022
After successful seasons at the Precinct Homecoming Centre in District Six and the Baxter Theatre in Cape Town, the organisers of the 12th Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa (SSFSA) are gearing up for the next leg of the 2022 festival, happening at the Joburg Theatre from 6 to 11 September 2022.
France, Artscape And Zambia Meet For Artistic And Musical Exhange X3
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2022
Artscape forms part of an international European project called the Dream Up! Drum Up! Project with our partners Samba Résille from Toulouse France, and Barefeet Theatre from Zambia. This project is funded by the European Union Erasmus +.
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2022
Artscape forms part of an international European project called the Dream Up! Drum Up! Project with our partners Samba Résille from Toulouse France, and Barefeet Theatre from Zambia. This project is funded by the European Union Erasmus +.
GOLIATH And GOLIATH 10 Year Comedy Tour Is Coming To Cape Town This August
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2022
GOLIATH and GOLIATH's tour now has its eyes set on Cape Town with performances on the 25th August Premium Sports Bar, Mitchells Plain, 26 August Walala Wasala, Claremont and 27th August Canal Walk Auditorium, Century City.
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2022
GOLIATH and GOLIATH's tour now has its eyes set on Cape Town with performances on the 25th August Premium Sports Bar, Mitchells Plain, 26 August Walala Wasala, Claremont and 27th August Canal Walk Auditorium, Century City.
Review: THE SHELL SINGER Is an Artistic Exploration of A Raw Nerve
by Faeron Wheeler - August 18, 2022
Actress Imke du Toit throws herself into the piece body and soul. Everything about her physicality and her voice says that this character is completely immersed in the turmoil of this nightmare landscape conjured up by the character’s mind.
by Faeron Wheeler - August 18, 2022
Actress Imke du Toit throws herself into the piece body and soul. Everything about her physicality and her voice says that this character is completely immersed in the turmoil of this nightmare landscape conjured up by the character’s mind.
Buhlebendalo's Homage To Sisterhood Wraps Women's Month
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2022
To close off women's month, award-winning and platinum selling singer Buhlebendalo Mda will pay homage to the sisterhood she created during her musical journey with the upcoming all-female production Jam Session With Buhlebendalo- Celebrating Women In Music that is set to take place at the South African State Theatre (SAST) on 28 August 2022.
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2022
To close off women's month, award-winning and platinum selling singer Buhlebendalo Mda will pay homage to the sisterhood she created during her musical journey with the upcoming all-female production Jam Session With Buhlebendalo- Celebrating Women In Music that is set to take place at the South African State Theatre (SAST) on 28 August 2022.
Artscape and Suidoosterfees Announce 2022 High School Drama Festival Finalists
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2022
Artscape again joined hands with the Suidoosterfees to produce an even more prestigious High School Drama Festival in 2022.
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2022
Artscape again joined hands with the Suidoosterfees to produce an even more prestigious High School Drama Festival in 2022.
Joburg Ballet Welcomes Spring With CINDERELLA Next Month
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2022
Something wonderful is sure to happen when the ultimate fairytale – Joburg Ballet's scintillating production of Cinderella – returns to the Joburg Theatre for just eight performances from Friday 30 September to Sunday 9 October.
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2022
Something wonderful is sure to happen when the ultimate fairytale – Joburg Ballet's scintillating production of Cinderella – returns to the Joburg Theatre for just eight performances from Friday 30 September to Sunday 9 October.
Review: Sophie Joans is hilarious and captivating in ÎLE
by Faeron Wheeler - August 17, 2022
I’d heard a lot about ÎLE after its highly successful run at the National Arts Festival earlier this year. It won a Gold Standard Bank Ovation Award and audiences had raved about it. So, it’s safe to say that my expectations were high, and the show did not disappoint.
by Faeron Wheeler - August 17, 2022
I’d heard a lot about ÎLE after its highly successful run at the National Arts Festival earlier this year. It won a Gold Standard Bank Ovation Award and audiences had raved about it. So, it’s safe to say that my expectations were high, and the show did not disappoint.
'Winter Sassy Classics - Women's Month Festival' Comes to The Drama Factory This Month
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2022
In this Sassy Classics concert, we celebrate women's power and unique strength. Each artist's performance is an expression of their individuality. We aim to inspire, entertain and enchant you with beautiful music.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2022
In this Sassy Classics concert, we celebrate women's power and unique strength. Each artist's performance is an expression of their individuality. We aim to inspire, entertain and enchant you with beautiful music.
Dalin Oliver Comes to Theatre On The Square Next Month With STAY AT HOME COMEDIAN
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2022
Multi-talented Comedian Dalin Oliver, is ready to entertain Johannesburg audiences with his 2022 Standard Bank Ovation Award-Winning comedy special, Stay At Home Comedian.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2022
Multi-talented Comedian Dalin Oliver, is ready to entertain Johannesburg audiences with his 2022 Standard Bank Ovation Award-Winning comedy special, Stay At Home Comedian.
World Premiere of SO...THAT HAPPENED Comes to Milnerton Playhouse Next Month
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2022
Milnerton Players will present the world première of So …That Happened, written and directed by Werner Asher Steffen, from 2 to 17 September at Milnerton Playhouse .
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2022
Milnerton Players will present the world première of So …That Happened, written and directed by Werner Asher Steffen, from 2 to 17 September at Milnerton Playhouse .
African Energy Chamber Will Host Just Energy Transition Concert With Amapiano and Afrobeats Superstars at The Cabo Beach Club
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2022
This year, the African Energy Chamber (AEC) has announced the launch of the Just Energy Transition Concert, a large-scale music concert that will take place on October 17 at the Cabo Beach Club in Cape Town.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2022
This year, the African Energy Chamber (AEC) has announced the launch of the Just Energy Transition Concert, a large-scale music concert that will take place on October 17 at the Cabo Beach Club in Cape Town.
Review: Cape Town City Ballet brings the romance of ROMEO AND JULIET to the Artscape
by Faeron Wheeler - August 07, 2022
Cape Town City Ballet's rendition of ROMEO AND JULIET is a rich tapestry of music, dance, colour and emotion. The score is exquisite, and it was an absolute treat to have it played live by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra under internationally renowned guest conductor Jonathan Lo. A live orchestra paired with ballet always makes my heart sing.
by Faeron Wheeler - August 07, 2022
Cape Town City Ballet's rendition of ROMEO AND JULIET is a rich tapestry of music, dance, colour and emotion. The score is exquisite, and it was an absolute treat to have it played live by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra under internationally renowned guest conductor Jonathan Lo. A live orchestra paired with ballet always makes my heart sing.
Renowned Musician And Saxophonist Don Vino to Present SAXY VIBES 4.0 in Cape Town This Month
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2022
Celebrated Cape Town-based saxophonist Don Vino along with other award-winning South African artists, Jimmy Nevis, Loyiso Bala and Ernie Smith will be setting the stage on fire for Women's Month with Saxy Vibes 4.0 in Cape Town.
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2022
Celebrated Cape Town-based saxophonist Don Vino along with other award-winning South African artists, Jimmy Nevis, Loyiso Bala and Ernie Smith will be setting the stage on fire for Women's Month with Saxy Vibes 4.0 in Cape Town.
Cuba and South Africa Sweep The Medal Board at the 9th SA International Ballet Competition
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2022
The 9th South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC) came to a spectacular close at the Artscape Opera House on Saturday 30 July 2022.
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2022
The 9th South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC) came to a spectacular close at the Artscape Opera House on Saturday 30 July 2022.
Review: A DOUBLE BILL from LAMTA is Clever and Hilarious at Theatre On The Bay
by Faeron Wheeler - July 30, 2022
For their 2022 acting showcase, LAMTA offered audiences a very clever DOUBLE BILL. In the first half of the evening, we saw Anton Chekov’s classic THE SEAGULL. After interval, we were treated to STUPID F@CKING BIRD – a parody of the former written by Aaron Posner. I honestly had such a laugh throughout both one-act plays.
by Faeron Wheeler - July 30, 2022
For their 2022 acting showcase, LAMTA offered audiences a very clever DOUBLE BILL. In the first half of the evening, we saw Anton Chekov’s classic THE SEAGULL. After interval, we were treated to STUPID F@CKING BIRD – a parody of the former written by Aaron Posner. I honestly had such a laugh throughout both one-act plays.
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