BWW Review: EGOLI THE MUSICAL is full of heart at Masque Theatre
by Faeron Wheeler - February 09, 2020
There's nothing quite like the sound of voices harmonising perfectly through both joy and sadness. EGOLI THE MUSICAL promised a story a?oefilled with fully harmonic singing that is cultural, rhythmic, African, and heart-rendinga?? and they delivered on many fronts.
by Faeron Wheeler - February 09, 2020
There's nothing quite like the sound of voices harmonising perfectly through both joy and sadness. EGOLI THE MUSICAL promised a story a?oefilled with fully harmonic singing that is cultural, rhythmic, African, and heart-rendinga?? and they delivered on many fronts.
Kseniya Filinova-Bruton of THE SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL SOUTH AFRICA at The Fugard Theatre
by Faeron Wheeler - February 05, 2020
This year is the 10th anniversary of the SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL SOUTH AFRICA (SSF SA) and the first round is happening at The Fugard Theatre 3-14 March. We chatted to the found of the festival, Kseniya Filinova-Bruton, about all that she and her team have managed to achieve in the last 10 years.
by Faeron Wheeler - February 05, 2020
This year is the 10th anniversary of the SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL SOUTH AFRICA (SSF SA) and the first round is happening at The Fugard Theatre 3-14 March. We chatted to the found of the festival, Kseniya Filinova-Bruton, about all that she and her team have managed to achieve in the last 10 years.
BWW Review: A toe-tapping trip down memory lane with FOR KINKS AND COUNTRY
by Faeron Wheeler - February 05, 2020
The 1960s really is a magical era a?" the fashion, the music, the revolution in the air. FOR KINKS AND COUNTRY aims to take you right back there through the incredible music of The Beatle, The Rolling Stones, The Animals, Dusty Springfield, Petula Clark and, of course, The Kinks.
by Faeron Wheeler - February 05, 2020
The 1960s really is a magical era a?" the fashion, the music, the revolution in the air. FOR KINKS AND COUNTRY aims to take you right back there through the incredible music of The Beatle, The Rolling Stones, The Animals, Dusty Springfield, Petula Clark and, of course, The Kinks.
Photo Flash: First Look at Mel Brooks' THE PRODUCERS At Theatre On The Bay
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2020
Enjoy a first look at Pieter Toerien's new production of Mel Brooks' hilarious musical comedy THE PRODUCERS, starring Alan Committie, Earl Gregory and Terence Bridgett with Raquel Munn, Richard White, Schoeman Smit, Devin Butterworth, Nathan Muller, Philip Schnetler, Joshua van Niekerk, Nicolette Fernandes, Michele La Trobe, Chloe Perling, Nadine Suliaman and Claire Glover.
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2020
Enjoy a first look at Pieter Toerien's new production of Mel Brooks' hilarious musical comedy THE PRODUCERS, starring Alan Committie, Earl Gregory and Terence Bridgett with Raquel Munn, Richard White, Schoeman Smit, Devin Butterworth, Nathan Muller, Philip Schnetler, Joshua van Niekerk, Nicolette Fernandes, Michele La Trobe, Chloe Perling, Nadine Suliaman and Claire Glover.
THE EVA CASSIDY STORY Comes to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2020
Back by popular demand - Tanja Storm pays tribute to Eva Cassidy.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2020
Back by popular demand - Tanja Storm pays tribute to Eva Cassidy.
Sue Diepeveen chats about the RE-OPENING of The Drama Factory
by Faeron Wheeler - January 29, 2020
The Drama Factory in Somerset West has become something of an institution for patrons in the area. The theatre has been around for three years already, and has had some incredible talent treading the boards. In December 2019, owner Sue Diepeveen undertook a big move and has relocated her theatre to a bigger building just around the corner.
by Faeron Wheeler - January 29, 2020
The Drama Factory in Somerset West has become something of an institution for patrons in the area. The theatre has been around for three years already, and has had some incredible talent treading the boards. In December 2019, owner Sue Diepeveen undertook a big move and has relocated her theatre to a bigger building just around the corner.
BWW Review: AUNTY MERLE - IT'S A GIRL! A Laugh A Minute With Heart For Days
by Lindsay Kruger - January 28, 2020
In between the song, dance and slapstick, AUNTY MERLE IT'S A GIRL! is undoubtedly another smash hit for Cape Town audiences not to miss out on.
by Lindsay Kruger - January 28, 2020
In between the song, dance and slapstick, AUNTY MERLE IT'S A GIRL! is undoubtedly another smash hit for Cape Town audiences not to miss out on.
Cape Town Comedy Festival Returns to Artscape Theatre Centre
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2020
The Cape Town International Comedy Festival is the largest Comedy Festival in South Africa. It's re-launching in 2020 for one week, starting 1 March 2020 at the Artscape Theatre Centrea??.
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2020
The Cape Town International Comedy Festival is the largest Comedy Festival in South Africa. It's re-launching in 2020 for one week, starting 1 March 2020 at the Artscape Theatre Centrea??.
7th South African International Ballet Competition for Artscape Opera House in July
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2020
The 7th South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC), funded by the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), will once again take place at the Artscape Opera House, the Mother City's premier venue for the Performing Arts, from 13 to 19 July 2020.
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2020
The 7th South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC), funded by the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), will once again take place at the Artscape Opera House, the Mother City's premier venue for the Performing Arts, from 13 to 19 July 2020.
Encore Screenings Of NT Live's THE LEHMAN TRILOGY And FLEABAG Are Set For Fugard Bioscope
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2020
Following previously sold-out screenings, additional presentations of NT Live's FLEABAG and THE LEHMAN TRILOGY have been added to the Fugard Bioscope programme.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2020
Following previously sold-out screenings, additional presentations of NT Live's FLEABAG and THE LEHMAN TRILOGY have been added to the Fugard Bioscope programme.
BWW Review: Go on an emotional rollercoaster with THE HUCKSTERS at the Baxter
by Faeron Wheeler - January 26, 2020
Louis Viljoen's script is intense and in your face a?" and I like it. The characters are real, complex and decidedly messed up, and in some ways, pretty relatable. We all have dark thoughts and the desire to tell people exactly what is on our minds. This play just pushes things to the extreme.
by Faeron Wheeler - January 26, 2020
Louis Viljoen's script is intense and in your face a?" and I like it. The characters are real, complex and decidedly messed up, and in some ways, pretty relatable. We all have dark thoughts and the desire to tell people exactly what is on our minds. This play just pushes things to the extreme.
Greg Karvellas of 'MASTER HAROLD'... AND THE BOYS at The Fugard Theatre
by Lindsay Kruger - January 24, 2020
Greg Karvellas is back in the director's seat for The Fugard Theatre's production of the poignant 'MASTER HAROLD'... AND THE BOYS. Having recently directed the critically-acclaimed STATEMENTS AFTER AN ARREST UNDER THE IMMORALITY ACT, Karvellas reveals to BroadwayWorld what he learnt about Fugard, where he is taking MASTER HAROLD, and why this historical play still resonates today.
by Lindsay Kruger - January 24, 2020
Greg Karvellas is back in the director's seat for The Fugard Theatre's production of the poignant 'MASTER HAROLD'... AND THE BOYS. Having recently directed the critically-acclaimed STATEMENTS AFTER AN ARREST UNDER THE IMMORALITY ACT, Karvellas reveals to BroadwayWorld what he learnt about Fugard, where he is taking MASTER HAROLD, and why this historical play still resonates today.
FAMILY THERAPY Comes to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2020
Family. The place where individuals are nurtured, grown, treasured and driven crazy! Its never been harder have a functional family. Yes, everyone knows that only members of our family can get to and push the buttons that send us round the bend!
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2020
Family. The place where individuals are nurtured, grown, treasured and driven crazy! Its never been harder have a functional family. Yes, everyone knows that only members of our family can get to and push the buttons that send us round the bend!
WOOLWORTHS Comes to Courtyard Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2020
WOOLWORTHS comes to Courtyard Playhouse 12-15 Feb at 7pm, 19 - 22 Feb at 7pm & 9pm, and 26 - 29 Feb at 7pm & 9pm.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2020
WOOLWORTHS comes to Courtyard Playhouse 12-15 Feb at 7pm, 19 - 22 Feb at 7pm & 9pm, and 26 - 29 Feb at 7pm & 9pm.
BWW Feature: Treat you and your Valentine to a show in Cape Town
by Faeron Wheeler - January 23, 2020
This February there are some amazing things to see that will make you fall in love with the stage on Valentine's Day. Take your significant other, go with a group of friends or round up the family, and get whisked away by some of South Africa's finest talent.
by Faeron Wheeler - January 23, 2020
This February there are some amazing things to see that will make you fall in love with the stage on Valentine's Day. Take your significant other, go with a group of friends or round up the family, and get whisked away by some of South Africa's finest talent.
DIVING Plays Site-Specific Performance at the St Andrews School Diving Pool
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2020
A site-specific, experimental theatre work, Diving takes place at a pool, the diving board looming - a narrow plank where you can hesitate for a few seconds, or for a lifetime. Five performers navigate the decision to jump, the plunge, immersion into and under the water, and finally, coming up for air.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2020
A site-specific, experimental theatre work, Diving takes place at a pool, the diving board looming - a narrow plank where you can hesitate for a few seconds, or for a lifetime. Five performers navigate the decision to jump, the plunge, immersion into and under the water, and finally, coming up for air.
The 10th Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa Celebrates 10 Years And A New Association With The Fugard Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2020
2020 marks the Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa's 10th anniversary, a remarkable milestone. From March 3 to 14, the first round of the annual festival in the Western Cape will be taking place at the Fugard Theatre, one of the Mother City's most iconic theatre venues that will also be celebrating its first decade this year, and this prestigious association is an invaluable one for the SSFSA. For the first time since the festivals inception in 2010, the initial performance showcase will be longest yet, taking place over eleven days straight with 34 schools participating from Cape Town and surrounds, including suburbs like Khayelitsha, Mitchells Plain, Westlake, Delft, Bishop Lavis, Pinelands, Athlone, Claremont, Zonnebloom, Wynberg, Swartland, Hermanus, Strand, Hout Bay, Stellenbosch and Worcester. Other cities the festival will tour to up until September 2020 include Johannesburg, Durban, George and Makhanda.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2020
2020 marks the Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa's 10th anniversary, a remarkable milestone. From March 3 to 14, the first round of the annual festival in the Western Cape will be taking place at the Fugard Theatre, one of the Mother City's most iconic theatre venues that will also be celebrating its first decade this year, and this prestigious association is an invaluable one for the SSFSA. For the first time since the festivals inception in 2010, the initial performance showcase will be longest yet, taking place over eleven days straight with 34 schools participating from Cape Town and surrounds, including suburbs like Khayelitsha, Mitchells Plain, Westlake, Delft, Bishop Lavis, Pinelands, Athlone, Claremont, Zonnebloom, Wynberg, Swartland, Hermanus, Strand, Hout Bay, Stellenbosch and Worcester. Other cities the festival will tour to up until September 2020 include Johannesburg, Durban, George and Makhanda.
BWW Review: Imperial Ice Stars Inspire Childlike Wonder in PETER PAN ON ICE
by Lindsay Kruger - January 21, 2020
Producer, artistic director and choreographer Tony Mercer describes PETER PAN ON ICE as being purely for the fun - and that's exactly what it is. From the beloved storyline to delightful staging, the Imperial Ice Stars have made a memorable fairytale even more magical in their 2 hour iced extravaganza on stage at the Artscape Opera House.
by Lindsay Kruger - January 21, 2020
Producer, artistic director and choreographer Tony Mercer describes PETER PAN ON ICE as being purely for the fun - and that's exactly what it is. From the beloved storyline to delightful staging, the Imperial Ice Stars have made a memorable fairytale even more magical in their 2 hour iced extravaganza on stage at the Artscape Opera House.
IMPROGUISE - THE STYLE HIGH CLUB Comes to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2020
On Friday 7 February, lovers of fast, competitive, hilarious and totally out the box improv will get a chance to witness SuperScene a?" where improv directors will present scenes from their made up on the spot movies and the audience will vote out their least favourite after every round, until there is the final director and movie standing. They will get to perform the SuperScene. Come with your suggestions for styles, titles and even characters to include in the craziness.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2020
On Friday 7 February, lovers of fast, competitive, hilarious and totally out the box improv will get a chance to witness SuperScene a?" where improv directors will present scenes from their made up on the spot movies and the audience will vote out their least favourite after every round, until there is the final director and movie standing. They will get to perform the SuperScene. Come with your suggestions for styles, titles and even characters to include in the craziness.
Winners Announced For 2019 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2020
Following a record number of nominations and votes, winners have been announced for the 2019 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards, brought to you by TodayTix!! The nominees were set, audiences voted, and now we get to recognize local theatres and performers for their outstanding achievement!
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2020
Following a record number of nominations and votes, winners have been announced for the 2019 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards, brought to you by TodayTix!! The nominees were set, audiences voted, and now we get to recognize local theatres and performers for their outstanding achievement!
Naked Girls Reading: SMASH THE PATRIARCHY Comes to POPArt Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2020
There is something altogether more intimate about a woman reading in the nude. Let the thrilling and eccentric ladies mesmerise you with their tales from a range of novels, short stories and modern fiction and allow you to witness the delight and splendour of women who like to reada?? naked.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2020
There is something altogether more intimate about a woman reading in the nude. Let the thrilling and eccentric ladies mesmerise you with their tales from a range of novels, short stories and modern fiction and allow you to witness the delight and splendour of women who like to reada?? naked.
HERE'S TO YOU The Simon & Garfunkel Songbook Returns
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2020
Everyone knows the songs of Simon & Garfunkel and between 31 Jan and 8 March, you will be able to hear them all live at Pieter Toerien's Montecasino Theatre a?" AGAIN! Expect to hear all the hits, including BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATER, CECILIA, THE SOUND OF SILENCE, SCARBOROUGH FAIR, YOU CAN CALL ME AL, MRS. ROBINSON and GRACELAND.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2020
Everyone knows the songs of Simon & Garfunkel and between 31 Jan and 8 March, you will be able to hear them all live at Pieter Toerien's Montecasino Theatre a?" AGAIN! Expect to hear all the hits, including BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATER, CECILIA, THE SOUND OF SILENCE, SCARBOROUGH FAIR, YOU CAN CALL ME AL, MRS. ROBINSON and GRACELAND.
Backsberg Announces Line Up For Annual Picnic Concert Series
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2020
Backsberg Estate Cellars' picnic concert series returns once again by popular demand, running weekly on Sundays from February 16 to March 15, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2020
Backsberg Estate Cellars' picnic concert series returns once again by popular demand, running weekly on Sundays from February 16 to March 15, 2020.
Crystal Pite And Khoudia Touré To Present At Arts Weekend In Cape Town
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2020
More than 200 artists and arts leaders from South Africa and around the world will come together for the Rolex Arts Weekend. The Arts Weekend is a series of public events that will feature the world premiere of a dance choreographed by Khoudia Touré, as well as talks, performances, and readings that will highlight the work of the 2018a?'2019 protégés of the Rolex Mentor and Protégé Arts Initiative.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2020
More than 200 artists and arts leaders from South Africa and around the world will come together for the Rolex Arts Weekend. The Arts Weekend is a series of public events that will feature the world premiere of a dance choreographed by Khoudia Touré, as well as talks, performances, and readings that will highlight the work of the 2018a?'2019 protégés of the Rolex Mentor and Protégé Arts Initiative.
Emma Van Heyn Comes to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2020
Emma van Heyn is a South African actor, musician and songwriter. This 24 year old has released a vast kaleidoscope of musical creations. From a 16 track self-produced album, to recent singles and theatre sound design. She has just completed a successful live tour to London and New York City with her new upcoming releases.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2020
Emma van Heyn is a South African actor, musician and songwriter. This 24 year old has released a vast kaleidoscope of musical creations. From a 16 track self-produced album, to recent singles and theatre sound design. She has just completed a successful live tour to London and New York City with her new upcoming releases.
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