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Review: I CAN BUY MYSELF FLOWERS from Mike van Graan is a real laugh by Faeron Wheeler
- February 10, 2025 As the name of the play suggests, I CAN BUY MYSELF FLOWERS is all about women learning to love themselves. Written by Mike van Graan, directed by Toni Morkel and starring Erika Breytenbach, this play is good fun and good soul food.
Review: AN UNROMANTIC COMEDY at Baxter Studio - Baxter Theatre Centre by Michelle B Lewis
- February 10, 2025 If you’re in the mood for a night of side-splitting laughter, sizzling chemistry and a refreshingly honest take on modern relationships, An Unromantic Comedy is exactly what you need. From the moment the first performer enters, this high-energy production grabs hold of the audience and never lets go, delivering one hilarious (and all-too-relatable) moment after another.
Review: TO LIFE, WITH LOVE starring John Maytham and Directed by Josh Lindberg by Faeron Wheeler
- February 10, 2025 This was a tough one to review because of the emotions that came up while watching... TO LIFE, WITH LOVE is a new work from Mike van Graan, starring John Maytham and directed by Josh Lindberg. At it's heart, this play is simple and honest.
BABAH-GO-ROUND Comes To The Drama Factory In March by BWW News Desk
- February 04, 2025 Babah-Go-Round has been announced at The Drama Factory. Developed and performed by Schoemé Steenkamp with musical direction by Hilletje Möller Bashew.
Review: THE TEMPEST is a hit at Maynardville Open-Air Festival by Faeron Wheeler
- February 04, 2025 It shouldn't be a secret by now that I'm a big Shakespeare fan and I absolutely love the fact that the tradition of Shakespeare at Maynardville is not only still alive, but it's thriving thanks to the creative and wonderful minds of VR Theatrical. This year's offering is THE TEMPEST and I absolutely loved it.
TAYLOR: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift is Coming to South Africa by BWW News Desk
- February 04, 2025 Swifties, get ready! The ultimate Taylor Swift tribute experience, TAYLOR: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift, is set to make its highly anticipated debut at Joburg Theatre in Johannesburg, South Africa.
FROM BROADWAY, WITH LOVE - A VALENTINE'S SOIREE Comes to The Masque by BWW News Desk
- January 28, 2025 This Valentine's Day, The Masque will host an evening of love songs from the biggest Broadway hits! From Broadway, With Love - a Valentine's Soiree will be performed in February featuring all your favourite hits from the musicals.
SIN & SALVATION - THE STORY OF JOHNNY CASH Announced At The Drama Factory by BWW News Desk
- January 22, 2025 Sin & Salvation - The story of Johnny Cash will be presented at THE DRAMA FACTORY. Featuring Jamie Jupiter. Written by Jonny Blundell and Nigel Vermaas. Musical Direction by Jonny Blundell who appears with Sarah McArthur and Daniel Franks. Directed by Nigel Vermaas. Stage design by Louise van der Westhuizen.
EIGHTIES TRIBUTE SHOW to be Presented at The Drama Factory by BWW News Desk
- January 22, 2025 And they are back! “Eighties Tribute Show” is a mini-theatrical experience, featuring the dynamic vocal and visual performances of James Marais and Monique Cassells. See the performance at The Drama Factory. Learn more!
PLAY THINGS: A SHOWCASE OF NEW WORK to be Presented at The Drama Factory by BWW News Desk
- January 22, 2025 Play Things is where South Africa’s hottest talent takes creative risks and lights up the stage! Performances are coming to The Drama Factory in February. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Creative Careers South Africa Open Entries For Playwrights in Progress Incubator by BWW News Desk
- January 17, 2025 Creative Careers South Africa has officially opened applications for the 2025 Playwrights in Progress Playwriting Incubation Programme. This initiative is a response to the shortage of new voices in South African theatre.
Mark Banks Brings One-Man Show to Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Palace by BWW News Desk
- January 17, 2025 Prepare to cash in on a night of unfiltered hilarity as South Africa’s favourite comedian, Mark Banks, takes centre stage in his latest one-man-offering, Laughing All The Way To The Banks.
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards by BWW Awards
- January 16, 2025 Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Helene Bester Pays Tribute To Nana Mouskouri by BWW News Desk
- January 10, 2025 In her production – Helenè Bester sings Nana Mouskouri – Helenè Bester pays tribute to the iconic Greek singer. The production will be on stage at the Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Palace in February.
The Assembly Improv Comes to Theatre on the Square in Sandton. by BWW News Desk
- January 09, 2025 The Assembly Improv will take the stage for a long-form improv comedy showcase next weekend at the iconic Theatre on the Square in Sandton. Learn more here!
Review: THE UKUKHANYA ARTS PROJECT LAUNCH at Theatre Arts by Michelle B Lewis
- January 08, 2025 The Ukukhanya Arts Project is a meaningful initiative that deserves wide recognition. It’s a celebration of innovation, creativity and collaboration and it calls out for support from schools, families and sponsors. Together, we can continue to bridge the gap between art and science, fostering greater understanding and appreciation for both. What did our critic think of THE UKUKHANYA ARTS PROJECT LAUNCH at Theatre Arts?
DANCING QUEEN: A TRIBUTE TO ABBA Comes to Joburg Theatre by BWW News Desk
- January 08, 2025 Dancing Queen: A Tribute To ABBA will take to the stage at Joburg Theatre for a 9-show season beginning this month. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!