December 2nd Update - Current Standings for the BWW South Africa Awards!
by BWW - December 02, 2019
It's December! Voting is now underway for the 2019 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized. Check out the first set of stats below.
by BWW - December 02, 2019
It's December! Voting is now underway for the 2019 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized. Check out the first set of stats below.
BWW Review: Showcasing Sondheim with PUTTING IT TOGETHER at Milnerton Playhouse
by Lindsay Kruger - December 02, 2019
Milnerton Players opened its end-of-year musical revue this past weekend with Stephen Sondheim's PUTTING IT TOGETHER. A small but varied cast of performers against sleek staging presents a selection of numbers from 13 of the award-winning composer's musicals.
by Lindsay Kruger - December 02, 2019
Milnerton Players opened its end-of-year musical revue this past weekend with Stephen Sondheim's PUTTING IT TOGETHER. A small but varied cast of performers against sleek staging presents a selection of numbers from 13 of the award-winning composer's musicals.
BWW Review: Mid-life Crises and Laughs About Life in LATE BLOOMER with Nik Rabinowitz
by Faeron Wheeler - December 01, 2019
The themes of LATE BLOOMER are fairly typical for Rabinowitz' style of comedy. He talks about what he knows a?" things that are happening in his life now. At 43, he is now hitting topics like mid-life crises, receding hairlines and whether or not they should pack up their lives and move to Lithuania.
by Faeron Wheeler - December 01, 2019
The themes of LATE BLOOMER are fairly typical for Rabinowitz' style of comedy. He talks about what he knows a?" things that are happening in his life now. At 43, he is now hitting topics like mid-life crises, receding hairlines and whether or not they should pack up their lives and move to Lithuania.
THE VERY MERRY IMPROV SHOW Returns to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2019
The Very Merry Improv Show returns! ImproGuise, Cape Town's award winning and longest running improv troupe plans to end their year of brilliant 'off the Cuff' theatre, with a jolly show, to celebrate the silly season. So what better way to do this than to return to The Drama Factory, this Dec, with their wildly popular, festive and totally made up, seasonal improv show, The Very Merry Improv Show. With their unique brand of improv, ImproGuise will be asking the audience for more than just a few suggestions and these will be used to spark off some crazy scenes. Anything can happen, and probably will! Be prepared for an hour of the cleverest and funniest made up entertainment in C.T and beyond.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2019
The Very Merry Improv Show returns! ImproGuise, Cape Town's award winning and longest running improv troupe plans to end their year of brilliant 'off the Cuff' theatre, with a jolly show, to celebrate the silly season. So what better way to do this than to return to The Drama Factory, this Dec, with their wildly popular, festive and totally made up, seasonal improv show, The Very Merry Improv Show. With their unique brand of improv, ImproGuise will be asking the audience for more than just a few suggestions and these will be used to spark off some crazy scenes. Anything can happen, and probably will! Be prepared for an hour of the cleverest and funniest made up entertainment in C.T and beyond.
LIZE MYNHARDT and MISS HONEY Come to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2019
Three fantastic female songwriters are teaming up for a night of beautiful music and storytelling at the Drama Factory. Lize Mynhardt, Grace Newton and Sarah McArthur (Miss Honey) are playing together for one night only in Somerset West. Do not miss out!
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2019
Three fantastic female songwriters are teaming up for a night of beautiful music and storytelling at the Drama Factory. Lize Mynhardt, Grace Newton and Sarah McArthur (Miss Honey) are playing together for one night only in Somerset West. Do not miss out!
THE BEE GEES NIGHT FEVER Offers Joburg Audiences A Nostalgic Disco Concert Experience In Early 2020
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2019
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2019
Ge 50% Off KINKY BOOTS Tickets When You Purchase 11/29
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2019
Why make it Black Friday when you can make it RED! The Fugard Theatre is offering a RED SPECIAL available on Friday 29 November only, to buy tickets for KINKY BOOTS, the feel good production that's been capturing the hearts of all who've seen it
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2019
Why make it Black Friday when you can make it RED! The Fugard Theatre is offering a RED SPECIAL available on Friday 29 November only, to buy tickets for KINKY BOOTS, the feel good production that's been capturing the hearts of all who've seen it
Mel Brooks' THE PRODUCERS Comes to South Africa in 2020
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
Based on the hilarious 1968 film, Mel Brooks' The Producers is a laugh out-loud, outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical-comedy that has been a smash hit since its 2001 debut.
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
Based on the hilarious 1968 film, Mel Brooks' The Producers is a laugh out-loud, outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical-comedy that has been a smash hit since its 2001 debut.
BECKY, PLEASE TURN OFF THE LIGHTS Comes to POPArt Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
Set against the backdrop of a lavish restaurant/club complex and a #fun bachelorette, three bestest friends let loose, celebrating to true love, friendship and #beingblessed. As things get #lit, the evening slowly starts to unravel descending into a harrowing horror show as disaster eventually strikes. Using their bank cards and privilege, our three friends avoid the carnage death while taking cute selfies as things fall apart around them.
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
Set against the backdrop of a lavish restaurant/club complex and a #fun bachelorette, three bestest friends let loose, celebrating to true love, friendship and #beingblessed. As things get #lit, the evening slowly starts to unravel descending into a harrowing horror show as disaster eventually strikes. Using their bank cards and privilege, our three friends avoid the carnage death while taking cute selfies as things fall apart around them.
Nancy Rademeyer, Jeff Brooker & Sue Diepeveen on THE SYRINGA TREE at The Drama Factory
by Faeron Wheeler - November 26, 2019
THE SYRINGA TREE is a 2019 Standard Bank Ovation Award winner at the National Arts Festival. I was lucky enough to catch a performance at NAF and this production blew me away. It's a very good thing that this production is coming to Cape Town now and more people will get a chance to see this beautiful piece of theatre.
by Faeron Wheeler - November 26, 2019
THE SYRINGA TREE is a 2019 Standard Bank Ovation Award winner at the National Arts Festival. I was lucky enough to catch a performance at NAF and this production blew me away. It's a very good thing that this production is coming to Cape Town now and more people will get a chance to see this beautiful piece of theatre.
Alan Committie's THE LYING KING: THE CIRCLE OF LAUGH Comes to Theatre On the Bay
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
After a hiatus during last year's renovations, South african funnyman Alan Committie returns to Pieter Toerien's Theatre On The Bay for his annual festive season comedy show.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
After a hiatus during last year's renovations, South african funnyman Alan Committie returns to Pieter Toerien's Theatre On The Bay for his annual festive season comedy show.
First Standings - Voting Opens for the BWW South Africa Awards!
by BWW - November 25, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
by BWW - November 25, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
Returns To Johannesburg Next Month
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
Shamone! The festive season is set to become a thrilling musical experience as one of the world's most-loved tribute productions pays homage to the legendary pop icon, Michael Jackson, in HIStory: King of Pop, in Johannesburg next month.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
Shamone! The festive season is set to become a thrilling musical experience as one of the world's most-loved tribute productions pays homage to the legendary pop icon, Michael Jackson, in HIStory: King of Pop, in Johannesburg next month.
THE ABBA SHOW Will Dazzle Cape Town Audiences In Early 2020
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
Get ready for an epic singalong when the world`s premier live ABBA tribute, The ABBA Show, returns to Cape Town, 18 January 2020, for a much anticipated one-night-only performance at the Grand Arena at GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
Get ready for an epic singalong when the world`s premier live ABBA tribute, The ABBA Show, returns to Cape Town, 18 January 2020, for a much anticipated one-night-only performance at the Grand Arena at GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World.
Sifiso Nene Will Showcase His Latest Comedy Offering I HAVE NO CHOICE In Secunda This December
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
He is one of SA's most celebrated comedians, Sifiso Nene, and this festive season Nene is set to dazzle audiences in Secunda with the latest funny showcase, I HAVE NO CHOICE, which is guaranteed to deliver the comedy punches.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
He is one of SA's most celebrated comedians, Sifiso Nene, and this festive season Nene is set to dazzle audiences in Secunda with the latest funny showcase, I HAVE NO CHOICE, which is guaranteed to deliver the comedy punches.
BWW Review: Belinda Davids is Whitney in THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL: A TRIBUTE TO WHITNEY HUSTON
by Faeron Wheeler - November 25, 2019
What an absolute treat to see an amazing South African performer standing centre stage and showing us all of her incredible talent, all the while knowing how much she is also loved and respected as a performer around the world. South African born Belinda Davids has an extraordinary set of pipes on her and commands the stage as well as I imagine Whitney Huston would have done.
by Faeron Wheeler - November 25, 2019
What an absolute treat to see an amazing South African performer standing centre stage and showing us all of her incredible talent, all the while knowing how much she is also loved and respected as a performer around the world. South African born Belinda Davids has an extraordinary set of pipes on her and commands the stage as well as I imagine Whitney Huston would have done.
HOOT! Comes to POPArt Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
Geraldine Naidoo's multi-award winning play, HOOT, is the hysterical and colourful journey of a rich white man who loses everything and ends up becoming a minibus taxi driver. Performed by Matthew Ribnick, the play has enjoyed a long and successful life since its premiere in 2005.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
Geraldine Naidoo's multi-award winning play, HOOT, is the hysterical and colourful journey of a rich white man who loses everything and ends up becoming a minibus taxi driver. Performed by Matthew Ribnick, the play has enjoyed a long and successful life since its premiere in 2005.
Andre Schwartz and Coenie De Villiers Bring 'Grensloos' Concert To Montecasino In January
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
Two of South Africa's most loved entertainers join forces for the very first time to create a truly memorable musical show. The ever-popular Andre Schwartz and Coenie de Villiers have collaborated to bring us the heartfelt GRENSLOOS. Says Coenie: a?oeFor years we've been threatening to produce something together and whilst we're still able, we have done it at last!a??
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
Two of South Africa's most loved entertainers join forces for the very first time to create a truly memorable musical show. The ever-popular Andre Schwartz and Coenie de Villiers have collaborated to bring us the heartfelt GRENSLOOS. Says Coenie: a?oeFor years we've been threatening to produce something together and whilst we're still able, we have done it at last!a??
POWERS OF RECALL Comes to Alexander
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
Stuart Lightbody invites you to an evening of false memories, suggestion and delightful dejavu... and delightful dejavu! Armed with little more than a pack of cards, a pocket watch and some mystery envelopes, Stuart shares impossible illusions and demonstrates the most ambitious mental feat of his career. Stuart is no idiot savant, but he might just be half of one. So the question remains: which half? From the winner of the Spirit of the Fringe Award at the National Arts Festival, the Creative Award at the Prague Fringe Festival and the Theatre Award at the FringeWorld Festival in Australia.
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
Stuart Lightbody invites you to an evening of false memories, suggestion and delightful dejavu... and delightful dejavu! Armed with little more than a pack of cards, a pocket watch and some mystery envelopes, Stuart shares impossible illusions and demonstrates the most ambitious mental feat of his career. Stuart is no idiot savant, but he might just be half of one. So the question remains: which half? From the winner of the Spirit of the Fringe Award at the National Arts Festival, the Creative Award at the Prague Fringe Festival and the Theatre Award at the FringeWorld Festival in Australia.
ZOMBIE ATTACK Comes to Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
Little Gaëtan is about to recite his poem in front of the class. And he panics. And his panic morphs into an apocalyptic zombie nightmare.
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
Little Gaëtan is about to recite his poem in front of the class. And he panics. And his panic morphs into an apocalyptic zombie nightmare.
Cape Town City Ballet Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
Cape Town City Ballet presents a sumptuous production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL a?" THE STORY OF SCROOGE that's perfect holiday entertainment for the whole family! The production will be presented at Artscape Theatre from 14 to 24 December.
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
Cape Town City Ballet presents a sumptuous production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL a?" THE STORY OF SCROOGE that's perfect holiday entertainment for the whole family! The production will be presented at Artscape Theatre from 14 to 24 December.
AN EXTRAORDINARILY ORDINARY LIFE Comes to Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2019
From famous to homeless to fearless! Jervis is a former MD of EMI's South African Music label, (where he looked after careers as diverse as Brenda Fassie and Steve Hofmeyr), winner of SABC's 1983 National Television Talent Show Follow that Star with his group The Soft Shoes and his self-penned hit Elvis Astaire, writer of the musicals Scribble, which was nomination for 5 Naledi Theatre awards and A Town called Fokol-Lutho (amongst others) and more importantly, a talented dog whisperer! In between all this writing activity, Jervis also wrote off a few cars, resulting in a three week coma in one and a severe head injury in another. These conspired to derail him for almost two decades. Now safely back on track, this show tells his story (thus far). And in it Jervis delivers a truly original performance. Since it's sold out and extended run here in February the show has enjoyed successful outings at The Market Theatre in Johannesburg and The Hilton Arts Festival. He is a superb storyteller, a world class songwriter with a very unusual razor sharp wit. The reviews tell it like it is! So don't miss it
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2019
From famous to homeless to fearless! Jervis is a former MD of EMI's South African Music label, (where he looked after careers as diverse as Brenda Fassie and Steve Hofmeyr), winner of SABC's 1983 National Television Talent Show Follow that Star with his group The Soft Shoes and his self-penned hit Elvis Astaire, writer of the musicals Scribble, which was nomination for 5 Naledi Theatre awards and A Town called Fokol-Lutho (amongst others) and more importantly, a talented dog whisperer! In between all this writing activity, Jervis also wrote off a few cars, resulting in a three week coma in one and a severe head injury in another. These conspired to derail him for almost two decades. Now safely back on track, this show tells his story (thus far). And in it Jervis delivers a truly original performance. Since it's sold out and extended run here in February the show has enjoyed successful outings at The Market Theatre in Johannesburg and The Hilton Arts Festival. He is a superb storyteller, a world class songwriter with a very unusual razor sharp wit. The reviews tell it like it is! So don't miss it
THE SYRINGA TREE Comes to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
As relevant today as it was for its debut 20 years ago, this rendition of The Syringa Tree is touchingly heartbreaking and beautiful. At its debut at the National Arts Festival this year, it received a Standard Bank Ovation Award and was heralded in the Spotlight newspaper as 'fast paced and well polished.'
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
As relevant today as it was for its debut 20 years ago, this rendition of The Syringa Tree is touchingly heartbreaking and beautiful. At its debut at the National Arts Festival this year, it received a Standard Bank Ovation Award and was heralded in the Spotlight newspaper as 'fast paced and well polished.'
SA's Premier Integrated Arts Platform Will Celebrate People With Disabilities
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
Artscape has announced the fifth annual Unmute ArtsAbility Festival: a six-day event a?" from November 28 to December 3 a?" of live performances, theatre shows, exhibitions/installations, site-specific shows, workshops, and public art performances that take place in and around Cape Town in celebrating the International month for Persons with Disability.
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
Artscape has announced the fifth annual Unmute ArtsAbility Festival: a six-day event a?" from November 28 to December 3 a?" of live performances, theatre shows, exhibitions/installations, site-specific shows, workshops, and public art performances that take place in and around Cape Town in celebrating the International month for Persons with Disability.
Music Gold Medallist Heads For Whale Country
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
The 2019 gold medallist of the National Youth Music Competition (NYMC), Jordan Brooks, 16, visits Hermanus on Sunday 24 November 2019, giving a recital at the Civic Centre as the guest of Overstrand Arts Kunste (OAK). It starts at 15:30.
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
The 2019 gold medallist of the National Youth Music Competition (NYMC), Jordan Brooks, 16, visits Hermanus on Sunday 24 November 2019, giving a recital at the Civic Centre as the guest of Overstrand Arts Kunste (OAK). It starts at 15:30.
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