EDUCATING RITA Comes to The Masque Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2019
This iconic Willy Russell play, set in Liverpool, England in 1980, follows the relationship between hairdresser Rita, and Frank, a middle-aged university lecturer, over the course of a year.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2019
This iconic Willy Russell play, set in Liverpool, England in 1980, follows the relationship between hairdresser Rita, and Frank, a middle-aged university lecturer, over the course of a year.
INTO THE WOODS Comes To Montecasino
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
Into the Woods is a sleek and sexy beast of a musical. It is in turn moody and magical, witty and wise. It provides the kind of intellectual and emotional satisfaction, and the kind of exhilarating theatrical experience that you would expect from Stephen Sondheim, the creator of musical masterpieces such as Sweeney Todd and West Side Story.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
Into the Woods is a sleek and sexy beast of a musical. It is in turn moody and magical, witty and wise. It provides the kind of intellectual and emotional satisfaction, and the kind of exhilarating theatrical experience that you would expect from Stephen Sondheim, the creator of musical masterpieces such as Sweeney Todd and West Side Story.
ELLA FITZGERALD - A CENTURY IN SONG Comes To Oude Libertas Amphitheater
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
The Jazz world recently celebrated the magnificent Ella Fitzgerald's 100th birthday. Join SAMA winner Anna Davel and the delightful Sima Mashazi (recently starring in Miriam Makeba: the musical) in this swinging tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, presenting the timeless songs that she made her own, including: I Got Rhythm, Ain't Got That Swing, Can't Take That Away From Me, Cheek to Cheek, and Summertime.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
The Jazz world recently celebrated the magnificent Ella Fitzgerald's 100th birthday. Join SAMA winner Anna Davel and the delightful Sima Mashazi (recently starring in Miriam Makeba: the musical) in this swinging tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, presenting the timeless songs that she made her own, including: I Got Rhythm, Ain't Got That Swing, Can't Take That Away From Me, Cheek to Cheek, and Summertime.
Rehearsals Start, Countdown Is On For RICHARD III At Maynardville
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
Rehearsals have started and the countdown is on to the much-anticipated production of Shakespeare's historic dark comic tragedy, RICHARD III. It will be presented at the Maynardville Open-Air Theatre from 7 February to 9 March 2019, directed by Geoffrey Hyland and starring award-winning actor Alan Committie in the title role.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
Rehearsals have started and the countdown is on to the much-anticipated production of Shakespeare's historic dark comic tragedy, RICHARD III. It will be presented at the Maynardville Open-Air Theatre from 7 February to 9 March 2019, directed by Geoffrey Hyland and starring award-winning actor Alan Committie in the title role.
Artscape Presents KROTOA, EVA VAN DE KAAP
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
Krotoa, Eva van de Kaap is a music theatre production presented by Artscape in association with the Dutch theatre collective, the Volksoperahuis, in this, the . The production was first performed to acclaim in The Netherlands in October 2018. February marks Black History Month in many countries and 2019 is the UN's International Year of Indigenous Languages which makes this production all the more significant and hugely relevant in South Africa today.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
Krotoa, Eva van de Kaap is a music theatre production presented by Artscape in association with the Dutch theatre collective, the Volksoperahuis, in this, the . The production was first performed to acclaim in The Netherlands in October 2018. February marks Black History Month in many countries and 2019 is the UN's International Year of Indigenous Languages which makes this production all the more significant and hugely relevant in South Africa today.
Bee Gees Tribute Show Announced At The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2019
The incredibly talented Gericke brothers, called 1925 Band, have received rave reviews for their sell-out Bee Gees Tribute. They will be performing the hits of one of the most successful brother acts in the history of showbiz, namely, the Gibb brothers.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2019
The incredibly talented Gericke brothers, called 1925 Band, have received rave reviews for their sell-out Bee Gees Tribute. They will be performing the hits of one of the most successful brother acts in the history of showbiz, namely, the Gibb brothers.
State Theatre Brings Fela Kuti's Story To SA
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2019
The State Theatre has announced that the critically acclaimed Nigerian musical play, Fela and The Kalakuta Queens, will grace its stage in March and April this year.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2019
The State Theatre has announced that the critically acclaimed Nigerian musical play, Fela and The Kalakuta Queens, will grace its stage in March and April this year.
Ceri Dupree Heads Back To Gate69 In Cape Town With New Show, 'Immaculate Deception'
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2019
As one of the UK's top female impersonators, Ceri Dupree has been delighting audiences in Britain and around the world for almost 30 years. Aside from writing and producing his own shows, his extensive musical theatre credits include Hello Dolly, The Wizard of Oz and The Rocky Horror Show. He famously appeared at Madame Jo Jo's in London's West End for two years followed closely by a three-year residency at Minsky's Music Hall in Cardiff. Over the years he has impersonated almost every female star in the business in shows such as The Ceri Dupree Spectacular, Duprees a Crowd, Totally Frocked Up and Missleading Ladies, to name but a few.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2019
As one of the UK's top female impersonators, Ceri Dupree has been delighting audiences in Britain and around the world for almost 30 years. Aside from writing and producing his own shows, his extensive musical theatre credits include Hello Dolly, The Wizard of Oz and The Rocky Horror Show. He famously appeared at Madame Jo Jo's in London's West End for two years followed closely by a three-year residency at Minsky's Music Hall in Cardiff. Over the years he has impersonated almost every female star in the business in shows such as The Ceri Dupree Spectacular, Duprees a Crowd, Totally Frocked Up and Missleading Ladies, to name but a few.
Nominees Announced For The 54th Annual Fleur Du Cap Theatre Awards
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2019
The Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards announced its nominees for 2018 today. These annual awards are regarded amongst the most valued and prestigious in the South African performing arts industry. This year's ceremony will take place on Sunday, 10 March at 17:30 at the Artscape Opera House in Cape Town and promises to be an evening celebrating Vintage theatre and wines.
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2019
The Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards announced its nominees for 2018 today. These annual awards are regarded amongst the most valued and prestigious in the South African performing arts industry. This year's ceremony will take place on Sunday, 10 March at 17:30 at the Artscape Opera House in Cape Town and promises to be an evening celebrating Vintage theatre and wines.
Nominees for the 54th Annual Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards Announced
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
The Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards announced its nominees for 2018 today. These annual awards are regarded amongst the most valued and prestigious in the South African performing arts industry. This year's ceremony will take place on Sunday, 10 March at 17:30 at the Artscape Opera House in Cape Town and promises to be an evening celebrating Vintage theatre and wines.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
The Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards announced its nominees for 2018 today. These annual awards are regarded amongst the most valued and prestigious in the South African performing arts industry. This year's ceremony will take place on Sunday, 10 March at 17:30 at the Artscape Opera House in Cape Town and promises to be an evening celebrating Vintage theatre and wines.
Second Liners Play Every Second Sunday
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
The Second Liners are the newest improvised comedy troupe to claim Cape Town as their home. Founded in 2017, they are excited to be part of the growing local improv scene.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
The Second Liners are the newest improvised comedy troupe to claim Cape Town as their home. Founded in 2017, they are excited to be part of the growing local improv scene.
David Kramer's Runaway Hit Musical LANGARM Must End 3 March
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
David Kramer's runaway hit musical LANGARM enters into its final four weeks at The Fugard Theatre. The production was extended due to sold out shows and an overwhelming demand to an incredible fifteen week run and must now end on 3 March with no further extensions.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
David Kramer's runaway hit musical LANGARM enters into its final four weeks at The Fugard Theatre. The production was extended due to sold out shows and an overwhelming demand to an incredible fifteen week run and must now end on 3 March with no further extensions.
3 FUNNY GUYS AND A PACK OF CARDS Comes to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2019
Three of South Africa's most loved comedy magicians perform together for their debut show, '3 Funny Guys & A Pack Of Cards', a show filled with visual illusions, jaw-dropping sleight-of-hand magic and packed with belly laughter.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2019
Three of South Africa's most loved comedy magicians perform together for their debut show, '3 Funny Guys & A Pack Of Cards', a show filled with visual illusions, jaw-dropping sleight-of-hand magic and packed with belly laughter.
EDUCATING RITA Comes to The Masque Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2019
This iconic Willy Russell play, set in Liverpool, England in 1980, follows the relationship between hairdresser Rita, and Frank, a middle-aged university lecturer, over the course of a year.
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2019
This iconic Willy Russell play, set in Liverpool, England in 1980, follows the relationship between hairdresser Rita, and Frank, a middle-aged university lecturer, over the course of a year.
AN EXTRAORDINARILY ORDINARY LIFE Announced At Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Introducing singer Janine Cupido singing ten new songs from composer Jervis Pennington (The Soft Shoes, Scribble, A Town called Fokol-Lutho) woven into and drawn from his often hilarious, somewhat shambolic, tragicomic youth and truth. Undersized and underfed at school, the most sea-sick Midshipman in SA Naval history and reluctant 80's pop teen-idol, the author takes us on a ride from famous to homeless in a heart-stopping beat.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Introducing singer Janine Cupido singing ten new songs from composer Jervis Pennington (The Soft Shoes, Scribble, A Town called Fokol-Lutho) woven into and drawn from his often hilarious, somewhat shambolic, tragicomic youth and truth. Undersized and underfed at school, the most sea-sick Midshipman in SA Naval history and reluctant 80's pop teen-idol, the author takes us on a ride from famous to homeless in a heart-stopping beat.
WHAT YOU DON'T SEE - A Journey Of Mind Reading, Mystery, & Magic Comes to Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Andrew is an experienced mentalist and magician from Cape Town who has performed his craft throughout Africa. Using psychology, illusion, and some devious trickery, Andrew is able to create an experience you do not want to miss! His new show will explore the spaces where reality and the impossible meet and produce wonder. You will experience life through the lens of the impossible and what you don't see may change how you see the world. Prepare for an entertaining journey filled with mind reading, mystery, and magic.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Andrew is an experienced mentalist and magician from Cape Town who has performed his craft throughout Africa. Using psychology, illusion, and some devious trickery, Andrew is able to create an experience you do not want to miss! His new show will explore the spaces where reality and the impossible meet and produce wonder. You will experience life through the lens of the impossible and what you don't see may change how you see the world. Prepare for an entertaining journey filled with mind reading, mystery, and magic.
SARAFINA LIVE! Returns for Round 6 At Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
After two successful years of bringing womxn's stories to the forefront, Sarafina Magazine invites you to join the conversation. Inspired by The Hollywood Reporter's Roundtables, Sarafina Magazine: Live, a talkback series that launched in January 2018, features discussions with South Africa's leading womxn artists and arts industry professionals. Sarafina Magazine founder, Candice Bernstein, will moderate the sixth installment of the bi-monthly talkback series. Audience members are encouraged to engage in the discussion through a Q&A session at the end of the talkback.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
After two successful years of bringing womxn's stories to the forefront, Sarafina Magazine invites you to join the conversation. Inspired by The Hollywood Reporter's Roundtables, Sarafina Magazine: Live, a talkback series that launched in January 2018, features discussions with South Africa's leading womxn artists and arts industry professionals. Sarafina Magazine founder, Candice Bernstein, will moderate the sixth installment of the bi-monthly talkback series. Audience members are encouraged to engage in the discussion through a Q&A session at the end of the talkback.
MARRIAGE FOR DUMMIES Comes to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Popular comedic actors Lisa Bobbert and Aaron McIlroy will engage fans this January when their smash hit comedy plays at The Drama Factory for three performances only (25th, 26th and 27th January).
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Popular comedic actors Lisa Bobbert and Aaron McIlroy will engage fans this January when their smash hit comedy plays at The Drama Factory for three performances only (25th, 26th and 27th January).
ImproGuise Presents: THE EASY INN, An Improvised Soap Opera At Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019
ImproGuise, Cape Town's award winning and longest running improv troupe who also brought you Soapathon, an epic ongoing soapie lasting 15 hours, start 2019 off with a dramatic, hilarious and entirely improvised Soap opera, called The Easy Inn. This inventive, funny and unscripted soapie will take place at one of their favourite theatres, The Alexander bar and theatre on 5, 6 January at 7pm.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019
ImproGuise, Cape Town's award winning and longest running improv troupe who also brought you Soapathon, an epic ongoing soapie lasting 15 hours, start 2019 off with a dramatic, hilarious and entirely improvised Soap opera, called The Easy Inn. This inventive, funny and unscripted soapie will take place at one of their favourite theatres, The Alexander bar and theatre on 5, 6 January at 7pm.
J. BOBS LIVE: OFF THE RECORD Comes to Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019
Celebrated Writer, Director and Performer J.Bobs Tshabalala is back in Cape Town with his live game show Off The Record.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019
Celebrated Writer, Director and Performer J.Bobs Tshabalala is back in Cape Town with his live game show Off The Record.
AN EXTRAORDINARILY ORDINARY LIFE Comes to Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2019
From famous to homeless to fearless! The musical memoir of Jervis Pennington is a truly original performance from a superb storyteller and world class songwriter with razor-sharp wit.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2019
From famous to homeless to fearless! The musical memoir of Jervis Pennington is a truly original performance from a superb storyteller and world class songwriter with razor-sharp wit.
Godfrey Johnson Comes to the Galloway Theatre In The Blue Devil - A Cabaret
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2019
Godfrey Johnson will be performing his new show The Blue Devil at the lovely Galloway Theatre, Cape Town Waterfront. In this show Johnson celebrates some of his greatest inspirations: Bowie, Brel, Dietrich, Weill, Dorothy Parker, Leonard Cohen and many more. Johnson will include some of his latest originals in The Blue Devil.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2019
Godfrey Johnson will be performing his new show The Blue Devil at the lovely Galloway Theatre, Cape Town Waterfront. In this show Johnson celebrates some of his greatest inspirations: Bowie, Brel, Dietrich, Weill, Dorothy Parker, Leonard Cohen and many more. Johnson will include some of his latest originals in The Blue Devil.
Head Of ASSITEJ SA Wins Prestigious International Award For Contribution To Theatre For Young People
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
The national director of ASSITEJ SA, Yvette Hardie, has been awarded a prestigious international award in recognition of her global contribution to the development of theatre for young people.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
The national director of ASSITEJ SA, Yvette Hardie, has been awarded a prestigious international award in recognition of her global contribution to the development of theatre for young people.
The Masque Theatre Presents LOVELY TO LOOK AT
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2019
PLAYBILL Productions at The Masque Theatre presents "LOVELY TO LOOK AT", A Sensational Fashion Show Musical.
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2019
PLAYBILL Productions at The Masque Theatre presents "LOVELY TO LOOK AT", A Sensational Fashion Show Musical.
Mbongeni Ngema and Percy Mtwa Reprise Roles in WOZA ALBERT! at the Baxter Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
Acclaimed South African theatre luminaries, Mbongeni Ngema and Percy Mtwa, reprise their original roles - created some 40 years ago - in one of this country's most brilliant and popular classics, Woza Albert!, at the Baxter Flipside from 5 February to 2 March 2019 at 7.30pm and Saturday matinees at 2pm.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
Acclaimed South African theatre luminaries, Mbongeni Ngema and Percy Mtwa, reprise their original roles - created some 40 years ago - in one of this country's most brilliant and popular classics, Woza Albert!, at the Baxter Flipside from 5 February to 2 March 2019 at 7.30pm and Saturday matinees at 2pm.
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