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Marc Lottering Returns To Monte In August
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2022
Comedian Marc Lottering will return to the Monte Theatre from 10 August 2022, with his hit show UNCLE MARC.  The show features Marc's brand-new stand-up material as well as material from his hit show LOOT which enjoyed a sell-out season at the Baxter Theatre in Cape Town.
Siphe November Returns To South Africa To Perform With Cape Town City Ballet For One Night Only
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2022
Western Cape born, Siphe November, South African ballet dancer, who at 23 already has a soaring international career, returns to South Africa to perform in Cape Town City Ballet's Romeo and Juliet for one performance only.
ATKV-Crescendo Will Host Concert Celebration With Some Of SA's Top Female Artists at Artscape Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2022
SAMA-nominated singer and songwriter, Jodi Jantjies, is gearing up to celebrate feminine energy when she kicks-off Women's Month with her star-studded show, Femme Fantasties, at Artscape Theatre in Cape Town - which will be produced by AKTV-Crescendo.
Oudtshoorn Artist To Exhibit Works In Gauteng, 27 July
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
The contempary Oudsthoorn Artist, Annemarie van Rensburg, (also known as Annie’s Art) will be exhibiting her work in Springs on 27 July 2022. 
Sifiso Nene Brings BABY MAMA DRAMA 2 to Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Palace
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2022
As if Covid wasn't bad enough, one of South Africa's most celebrated comedians, Sifiso Nene, has found himself in yet another pandemic in the form of 'baby mama drama'.
Ballet Conductor Jonathan Lo for Cape Town City Ballet Winter Season as Full Cast List is Announced
by Grace Cutler - July 17, 2022
The full cast schedule has also been announced for the season, so patrons can be sure to book to enjoy the international guests, as well as a selection of the most gifted South African dancers.
Review: Fiona Coyne's award-winning CAREFUL is on at Milnerton Playhouse
by Faeron Wheeler - July 16, 2022
The characters in CAREFUL are really well-rounded and the story develops in a very clever way. I enjoyed this offering from Milnerton Players and it was great to be back at this lovely theatre after two years.
THE UNLIKELY SECRET AGENT to be Presented at Artscape Women Humanity Arts Festival in August
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2022
The  Fleur du Cap Theatre Award-winning and multiple-nominated production THE UNLIKELY SECRET AGENT will be performed from 4 to 9 August at the Artscape Women Humanity Arts Festival.
Shirley Valentine To Return To Theatre On The Bay in August
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2022
After a successful run - Shirley Valentine returns to Theatre On the Bay Wed, 3 Aug 2022 - Sat, 13 Aug 2022.
Review: ONCE ON THIS ISLAND is an explosion of joy on the Baxter Flipside stage
by Faeron Wheeler - July 13, 2022
ONCE ON THIS ISLAND is a joyous expression of music and dance from start to finish. It’s feel-good musical theatre at its best and this production from Wêla Kapela is just wonderful. I had a blast in the audience from the moment I walked into the auditorium.
South African International Ballet Competition Partners With @blacksinballet To Sponsor Entry For One Black Dancer
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2022
The 9th South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC) has partnered with the digital platform @blacksinballet to sponsor one black ballet dancer from anywhere in the world to enter this year's SAIBC, with travel expenses included in the sponsorship.
James Grace and Carli Olivier Bring ROMANZA to Montecasino This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2022
Internationally acclaimed and award-winning South African based guitarist JAMES GRACE once again joins forces with COMPAÑíA SOPHIA, directed by Spanish Dance choreographer and principle dancer CARLI OLIVIER to present their brand-new production, ROMANZA.
Array Of Stars With International Guest Artists Announced For Cape Town City Ballet's Winter Season
by Grace Cutler - July 08, 2022
The International Guest Artists have been announced for Cape Town City Ballet’s Winter Season.
9th SA International Ballet Competition Welcomes International Judges and Competitors to Artscape in July
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2022
The forthcoming South African Ballet International Ballet Competition (SAIBC) will  once again welcome capacity audiences and international judges and competitors in person to the beautiful Artscape Opera House from 26 to 30 July 2022. 
Cape Town Opera Soloist Brittany Smith Comes to New York on Two Week Cultural Exchange
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2022
Right after Cape Town Opera's season of Le Nozze di Figaro ends its Johannesburg season at the Roodepoort Theatre on 15 July, Cape Town Opera soloist Brittany Smith will be jetting off to spend two weeks at the Bel Canto Boot Camp (BCBC) in New York City.
ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, The Musical, Will Play At The Baxter Flipside For A Short Season This Month
by Grace Cutler - July 05, 2022
The Tony-award-winning musical, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, based on a Caribbean interpretation of Hans Christian Anderson’s, The Little Mermaid, will come to the Baxter Flipside for a short season from 8 to 16 July 2022 at 7pm with matinees at 2pm.
Review: THE GREAT GATSBY Heralds a Triumphant Opening for The Star Theatre At HCC
by Faeron Wheeler - July 01, 2022
THE GREAT GATSBY is one of my absolute favourite books – the characters, the landscape, the era are all so beautifully described by F. Scott Fitzgerald. This stage adaptation by Stephan Fourie and directed by Neil Leachman did not disappoint. It is a joyous spectacle up on stage that stayed beautifully true to the characters and the story.
BLOKE AND HIS AMERICAN BANTU Comes To State Theatre, 7 to 24 July 2022
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2022
From 7 to 24 July 2022, the South African State Theatre (SAST) in association with the Sello Maake kaNcube Foundation will be showcasing the phenomenal stage play Bloke and His American Bantu, which is written by prominent author Dr Siphiwo Mahala and directed by internationally acclaimed television and theatre actor and director Sello Maake kaNcube.
Review: DIE GOEIE PA at The Drama Factory Is an Exceptional Piece of Gritty Storytelling
by Faeron Wheeler - June 29, 2022
DIE GOEIE PA is a gritty tale based on true events, and this Afrikaans version pulls no punches. It’s must-see theatre.
Milnerton Players Presents CAREFUL by Fiona Coyne Next Month
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2022
Milnerton Players will present the internationally acclaimed play, 'Careful' by the late Fiona Coyne. Running from 15 to 30 July at the Milnerton Playhouse this two-hander is one of the best examples of Coyne's sharp wit and incisive understanding of human nature.
Siyasanga Papu Assumes Lead Role In Award-winning XOVA
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2022
Renowned small screen and theatre Actor Siyansanga Papu is starring in the multiple award-winning play XOVA which will be returning to the South African State Theatre (SAST) for a brief exhibition from 29 June to 03 July 2022, following a successful tour that featured the Market Theatre and Playhouse Company.
Review: LAMTA'S COME TOGETHER Will Make You Want to Get up And Dance
by Faeron Wheeler - June 23, 2022
What did our critic think? The latest dance production from LAMTA is a celebration of so many things – dancing, theatre, music and performance excellence. Sitting at The Theatre on the Bay, watching these talented young performers up on stage, you can easily forget that these are actually students dancing and singing for you.
Review: IMBILINI... MY FRIEND! at the Baxter Golden Arrow Studio
by Faeron Wheeler - June 22, 2022
IMBILINI… MY FRIEND! is a moving piece of physical theatre that has been carefully crafted for the stage. The chemistry between the two real-life friends, who also wrote and perform this original piece, is natural and completely tangible as you sit watching them move on stage.
Milnerton Players Present CAREFUL Next Month
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2022
Milnerton Players will present the internationally acclaimed play, ‘Careful’ by the late Fiona Coyne. Running from 15 to 30 July at the Milnerton Playhouse this two-hander is one of the best examples of Coyne’s sharp wit and incisive understanding of human nature.
Bookings Open For Cape Town City Ballet's Winter Season at Artscape
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2022
Bookings are open for Cape Town City Ballet's exhilarating winter season, which runs from 4 to 28 August at Artscape in the Opera House.

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