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LANGARM Leads Delve Into David Kramer's Unmissable New Musical by Lindsay Kruger
- November 15, 2018 With promises to take your breath away, David Kramer's LANGARM debuts at the Fugard Theatre later this month. Taking on the starring roles of a forbidden dance duo in 1960s Disctrict Six, Cameron Botha and Rushney Ferguson gush about this new musical, working with Kramer, and LANGARM's unique appeal.
Abba Tribute Experience Returns To Joburg by BWW News Desk
- November 14, 2018 Mamma Mia, here we go again! The world's premier live ABBA tribute show is set to return to mesmerize Johannesburg audiences in January and February 2019 - two years after a virtual sell-out performance run at Emperors Palace.
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS Is Coming To The Masque Theatre by BWW News Desk
- November 12, 2018 Move over Kardashians! Get out of the way, Real Housewives of wherever! Eddy and Patsy are in town to show us how to really live life. A spot of shopping at Harvey Nichol's and a delicious nibble at Quags for lunch - and let's not forget the Bolly, darling.
Voting Now Open For The 2018 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards! by BWW News Desk
- November 09, 2018 Voting is now open for the 2018 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
SUNSET SESSIONS WITH ZINZI NOGAVU Comes to Alexander Upstairs by BWW News Desk
- November 09, 2018 Previously performed at Artscape theatre as part of Heritage month celebrations, Sunset View comes to Alexander Upstairs this November for a more intimate setting. Zinzi Nogavu's soulful voice is accompanied by a fusion of both African and western instruments, contributing to a fresh and uplifting sound that she continues to hone in her career.
Jazzart Dance Theatre Comes to The Masque Theatre by BWW News Desk
- November 09, 2018 Jazzart Dance Theatre's innovative spirit has long captivated theatre-goers with productions that challenge and inspire. This November, Jazzart is doing what it does best in a once-off, first time performance at Cape Town's Premier Community Theatre - the Masque in Muizenberg. The programme of four short works promises audiences an experience of visual substance with evocative dance that captivates, breaks barriers, defies gravity while embracing the curves of our African bodies and telling our African stories.
Christmas Spectacular/ Kersfees Skouspel Comes To Sun Arena by BWW News Desk
- November 09, 2018 Lefra Productions presents this year's CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR/ KERSFEES SKOUSPEL to be held at the Sun Arena, Time Square, Pretoria. More than 15 top artists are to perform in this production and it will be a wonderful Christmas concert in the true Boney M style of Christmas concerts. Jaconell Mouton of Noot vir Noot fame is the Musical Director and Frans Swart, who is known as the Director of all the hilarious farces like MY VROU SE MAN SE MANNETJIE, is the Director with a full orchestra. The CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR is to take place on 16 December 2018 at the Sun Arena, Time Square @ Menlyn on Maine.
BWW Review: FORCE at Baxter Packs Political and Plot Line Punches by Lindsay Kruger
- November 08, 2018 Approaching politics in the arts is never an easy to feat, but one that is constantly necessary in a tumultuous political climate. Taking on the recent events of student uprisings, a change in president, and even Trump's election, FORCE combines political power with behind-closed-doors intrigue to present a production brewing with dramatic thrill.
COTTONWOOL KID Comes to POPArt Theatre by BWW News Desk
- November 08, 2018 It has a name… But CK spends her childhood convinced that she'll be committed if anyone finds out… so she counts… Counts to contain…
Fugard Theatre Appoints Greg Karvellas As First Artistic Director by BWW News Desk
- November 07, 2018 Karvellas is no stranger to South African theatre goers, having directed multiple-award winning productions at The Fugard Theatre in his former role as Resident Director there. These include Oleanna, The Road to Mecca, Shakespeare in Love, Significant Other, The Father, Clybourne Park, Bad Jews and CHAMP (which also enjoyed successful seasons at the Artscape Arena Theatre, the National Arts Festival and the Edinburgh Festival in 2013).
THE CHERRY ORCHARD Comes to The Masque Theatre by BWW News Desk
- November 07, 2018 Muizenberg Dramatic Society is bringing Anton Chekhov alive at the Masque Theatre. Opening night is on a Today.
ImproGuise Presents: Pop-Up Improv At Alexander Upstairs by BWW News Desk
- November 06, 2018 Following on from their last successful three nights of improvised 'Fake Place" at Alexander Bar in Sept, ImproGuise, Cape Town's oldest and most loved Improv troupe, take to their favourite stage in Cape Town to bring you their special brand of high risk and hilarious, long form improv, this time in the form of three most loved audience favourites. Choose one, or come to all three. Film Noir, Naked Improv and the hugely popular, Fake Place.
Pieter-Dirk Uys Returns To The Fugard Theatre With WHEN IN DOUBT SAY DARLING by BWW News Desk
- November 05, 2018 Pieter-Dirk Uys' newest show, When in doubt say darling, sold out as it opened at the Fugard Theatre in August this year, creating an unprecedented demand for tickets. The show returns to the same venue on 27 November by popular demand.
Friends Of The Fugard Earlybird Bookings Now Open For KUNENE AND THE KING by BWW News Desk
- November 05, 2018 Friends of the Fugard Members have the exclusive opportunity to book for the highly anticipated brand new play KUNENE AND THE KING from today, Monday 5 November from 09h30. Registered Members can take advantage of the incredible Membership discounts and priority booking by calling The Fugard Theatre box office on 021 461 4554.
Muizenberg Jazz Festival Comes to The Masque Theatre by BWW News Desk
- November 05, 2018 The Muizenberg Jazz Festival is taking place on 16th and 17th November 2018 at the Masque Theatre in Muizenberg, Cape Town.
The Drama Factory Presents 'Stand-Up Comedy At The Drama Factory' by BWW News Desk
- November 05, 2018 A night of Stand-up Comedy not to be missed! South Africa's foremost comedians join farces to bring you the most outrageous, uproarious, side-splitting night of comedy gold! Hold onto your seats as your MC, the award-winning Rob van Vuuren, is joined by Melt Sieberhagen's uniquely South African point of view, comedian KG who is the son of a Sangoma and a nurse and fresh from being nominated as best newcomer comedian in South Africa- Lindy Johnson.
BWW Review: A Nostalgic Twist 'n Shout with BEATLEMANIA ON TOUR at Artscape by Lindsay Kruger
- November 03, 2018 Brian May once said, 'I don't think anybody comes close to The Beatles' - but BEATLEMANIA ON TOUR certainly does an excellent job trying. With their mop-top haircuts, replica guitars and talented musical stylings, be prepared with BEATLEMANIA ON TOUR to clap your hands, rattle your jewelry, and get out of your seat for a memorable night with the fab four.
ELLA FITZGERALD - A CENTURY IN SONG Comes To Artscape Arena by BWW News Desk
- November 01, 2018 The Jazz world recently celebrated the magnificent Ella Fitzgerald's 100th birthday. The First Lady of Song is still widely remembered every day through her prolific discography that brings joy to millions of jazz fan all over the world. She is widely acclaimed as one of the best female singers in history with a timeless repertoire.
A Double Feature of JERRY, AN UNCONVENTIONAL HERO and DUDE, WA'S MY BAKKIE? Comes to Alexander Upstairs by BWW News Desk
- October 31, 2018 How does Jerry, a shy computer-nerd, wind up inside an interrogation room? In a convoluted tale of action and absurdity, Jerry faces shady, larger-than-life characters as he's thrust into dangerous situations. He has to be brave and he has to learn that anyone can be a hero, even a nerd. But it all starts with a mysterious pizza delivery...
Nadia David's Acclaimed Play AT HER FEET, Starring Quanita Adams, Comes To The Baxter by BWW News Desk
- October 31, 2018 Award-winning writer and director Nadia Davids' acclaimed play, At Her Feet, performed by celebrated theatre, film and television actress, Quanita Adams, returns to the Baxter Golden Arrow Studio, from 22 November to 8 December 2018, for the first time in 14 years.
Beatlemania Fever Set To Take Cape Town By Storm Later This Year With Renowned International Tribute Show by BWW News Desk
- October 31, 2018 Are you ready to be entertained with some of the biggest and most nostalgic rock 'n roll memories of the modern era? Bringing to life on stage the major musical hits that made The Beatles one of the most successful and influential rock groups of all time, international hit tribute and stage show Beatlemania On Tour is set to take over The Mother City later this year for a stint at the Artscape Theatre.
GQISHA! THE CHANT THAT CALLS Comes to POPArt Theatre by BWW News Desk
- October 29, 2018 Gqisha! The Chant that Calls was officially the So Solo commissioned play for 2016.Gqisha! The Chant that Calls was officially the So Solo commissioned play for 2016.
DIE REUK VAN APPELS Extended At Fugard Theatre Due To Popular Demand by BWW News Desk
- October 29, 2018 The multiple award-winning play DIE REUK VAN APPELS has been extended at The Fugard Studio Theatre due to popular demand. Bookings are now open until Saturday 10 November.