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The South African State Theatre to Stream MARIANKA- THE MUSICAL Online
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2020
The South African State Theatre (SAST) will move online to stream the critically acclaimed Marikana-The Musical from 12 August to 06 September 2020. The theatre has yet again succumbed to the insatiable public demand for this theatrical powerhouse.
#LightSAred Shines Bright And Gains Government Attention
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2020
On 05 August, South Africa and her government acknowledged the technical production and live events industry following a massive mobilisation under the banner of #LightSAred.
POPArt Theatre Presents WOMEN'S DAY EVENT: An Improvised What's App Show
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2020
From the group that brought you ZoomProv, an all new experiment in improvised storytelling: 'Women's Day Event' : A what's app improv show.
The South African State Theatre to Stream MARIANKA- THE MUSICAL Online
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2020
The South African State Theatre (SAST) will move online to stream the critically acclaimed Marikana-The Musical from 12 August to 06 September 2020. The theatre has yet again succumbed to the insatiable public demand for this theatrical powerhouse.
UNMASKING EVITA Starring Pieter-Dirk Uys Will Be Livestreamed August 9
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2020
To be masked or not to be masked? That is the question. A famous story from the past is 'The Man in the Iron Mask'. A familiar reality today is a world in a cloth mask. And on 9 August the most famous white woman in South Africa will expose herself with and without masks!
SAST Presents Zonke and Sibongile Khumalo for Women's Month Celebration
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2020
In commemoration of the upcoming Women's Month, the South African State Theatre(SAST) will present virtual music concerts by the musical doyen Mama Sibongile Khumalo and the critically acclaimed songstress Zonke Dikana.
South African Theatre On Demand Launches
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2020
South African Theatre On Demand (SATOD) is the proudly South African digital platform which aims to empower artists and producers from across the country, and to deliver a diverse virtual theatrical experience.
INTERACTIVE IMPOSSIBILITIES Comes to The Drama Factory via Zoom
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2020
Interactive Impossibilities is a 55-minute online interactive magic show featuring three incredible performers; Illusionist Leon Etienne (USA), mentalist Bryan Miles, and magician Jimmy Ichihana (USA). After a string of successful sold-out online shows, this dynamic trio are bringing the show to South African audiences!
South Africa International Ballet Competition Announces Awards & Special Prizes For 2020 Virtual Event
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2020
On Mandela Day 18 July 2020, the 7th South African Ballet International Ballet Competition (SAIBC) came to a close with a spectacular Gala featuring dancers from across the globe and presented virtually through an app in a ground breaking move hailed as a world first. The finale event paid tribute to the dancer, creative and LGBTQI+ activist Kirvan Fortuin who was tragically murdered in Cape Town last month.
VIDEO: Cape Town City Ballet Invests In Young Dancers With 67 Pirouettes For Mandela Day
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2020
Dancers from Cape Town City Ballet are pirouetting their way into Mandela Day to help young dancers get access to data and learning opportunities.
MIELA'S BOX Debuts as Part of 2020 New Voices Programme
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2020
As part of Artscape's intend to showcase the 2020 New Voices programme to individual households across the country on radio, Miela's Box (the first of the four dramas) recently made its debut on Radio 786 and is now set to broadcast with MFM and UCT Radio from July to August.
Ann Juries-May Radio Drama CLOSE CALL Unpacks Women Abuse
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2020
Ann Juries-May, the award winning actress popularly known for her current role as Claudia Cupido on KykNet en KIE's telenovela, Arendsvlei is adding her voice to the fight against women abuse with her latest drama, Close Call that Artscape is set to showcase from July to Agust.
Arikaans Comedy Drama DIE AASVOEL To Hit the Airwaves in South Africa
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2020
Artscape Theatre with support from the City of Cape Town is set to showcase its highly anticipated Afrikaans comedy drama, Die Aasvoël featuring an all star cast as part of its intend to showcase the 2020 New Voices programme to individual households across the country on radio from July to August.
Isixhosa Radio Drama EKUGQIBELENI Depicts Daily Struggles
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2020
Aspiring actors are set to enlighten the airwaves with Ekugqibeleni, an exciting drama (in IsiXhosa) dealing with social issues and humanity that Artscape is set to showcase on radio from July to August.
BWW Review: Sue Diepeveen is Realistic and Raw in SO YOU WANT TO BE A TROPHY WIFE?
by Lindsay Kruger - July 08, 2020
Making its debut at the National Arts Festival digitally, SO YOU WANT TO BE A TROPHY WIFE? presented by F Creations and The Edge is a one-woman production that strikes an interesting balance between being heartfelt and harsh while exploring a relatable lead character's reality.
BWW Previews: LIFE BEGINS at Netflix
by Danny Wimpey - July 08, 2020
Award-winning comedian, actor, writer, and presenter, Riaad Moosa, the 'Comedy Doctor' is one of South Africa's most renowned funny men. He knows the remedy to the nation's ills and there is a cure for this hollow feeling in our chests - Riaad's latest comedy special, Life Begins, available for viewing on Netflix, Friday, 3rd July.
LONELY TOGETHER a project from Voice Of The Speechless
by Danny Wimpey - July 08, 2020
The lyrics of the song, LONELY TOGETHER, by South African, Ziya, take on new meaning when you realize that families and individuals with special needs face a constant lockdown: a?oeTo you, it is the new normal, to me, it's just another day,a?? says Ziya, co-founder of Voice of the Speechless a Project of Brain Child Fund, which gives them a voice.
South African State Theatre Announces Online Programming
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2020
With uncertainty of when theatre doors will re-open, the South African State Theatre (SAST) continues to keep its audiences engaged through its growing online theatre platform (#SASTOnlineTheatre).
Arts Theatre Will Present a Show About ABBA; First Performance Since Shutting Down in March
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2020
Kerry Hiles and Daniel Anderson will present an ABBA-inspired show at Arts Theatre in East London, the first live performance at the venue since theatres shut down in March due to the health crisis.
South African Choreographer Marc Goldberg Awarded Bursary To Study At Prestigious Trinity Laban Conservatoire In London
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2020
South African dancer and choreographer Marc Goldberg, 39, has been awarded a partial scholarship to study at the prestigious Trinity Laban Conservatoire in Music and Dance in London, after successfully applying to do his Masters in Fine Art. 
SA International Ballet Competition Attracts Record Entries From 28 Countries
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2020
The biennial South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC), presented virtually in light of challenges faced by COVID19, has attracted its largest competitor enrolment since inception in 2008, with 155 dancers representing 28 countries.
Osman Osman: THE COMEBACK IS STRONGER THAN THE SETBACK. Blu Blood, a South African and Middle East Entertainment Company
by Danny Wimpey - June 30, 2020
Osman Osman is a successful promoter and the CEO of Blu Blood, an entertainment company in South Africa and the Middle East. He believes that hard work, flexibility, and an openness to new opportunities will see a resurgence in the entertainment industry there.
Gregg Pettigrew Stars In SHADES OF BROADWAY Online Concert This Sunday
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2020
Shades of Broadway is a dramatic tribute to the Broadway greats and provides the audience with an insightful view of life on the musical theatre stage from the artist's perspective. 
'So You Want To Be A Trophy Wife?' Comes to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2020
In a world awash with a?oeinfluencersa?? and a?oeblessersa??, poor old Marie is swamped! Feeling invisible and desperate, her only hope, it seems, is to find herself a rich husband. But that is easier said than done. She'll also need to make few changes in order to attract said rich man. Can mutton really be dressed up as lamb? Does it want to be dressed up as lamb?
Artscape Will Showcase New Voices On Radio
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2020
Artscape has partnered with community, regional and national radio stations across the country to bring the 2020 New Voices Programme to individual South African households as radio dramas over a two-month period from June to August.  The project seeks to give an opportunity to young writers as well as restoring dignity and confidence to those who have been disregarded and under-represented in the past.

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