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Masque Theatre Presents THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2018
A new Shakespearean production is heading to the Masque Theatre in October.
THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Comes to Masque Theatre October 2018
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2018
A shipwreck, twins, mistaken identities, a father doomed to die, a wife desperate to regain her husband's love and an inappropriate love affair. It's all in a day's work for these poor Shakespearean characters who have to contend with "nimble jugglers that deceive the eye".
BWW Review: Accusations and Exposés in the Power Play of OLEANNA at The Fugard
by Lindsay Kruger - September 22, 2018
Divided into three acts, OLEANNA centers on the daily meetings and subsequent conversations between a verbose university professor John (Alan Committie) and his frustrated, failing student Carol (Nicole Fortuin). As accusations fly and tensions heighten, this unpredictable drama explores issues of language, political correctness, sexual harassment, and more.
Six Teenagers Vie For Top Music Prize
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2018
One of SA's prime music competitions, the National Youth Music Competition, with cash prizes totalling more than R145 000, starts Tuesday 9 October 2018 at the Hugo Lambrechts Auditorium in Parow, Cape Town.
PETER AND THE WOLF Comes to The Studio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2018
This spring VR Theatrical conjures up the irreverent Boy, the grumpy Grandfather, the lovable Duck, the fat Cat, the chirpy Bird and the big 'bad' Wolf in a whirlwind stage adaptation of this timeless tale, which has introduced generations of children to classical music and the instruments of the orchestra.
PHUPHUMA LOVE MINUS In Concert Comes to POPArt Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2018
They have travelled the world with their incredible ensemble. now, for 4 shows only, catch Phuphuma Love Minus in concert with special guests during Heritage week at POPArt!
Cast Revealed For David Kramer's LANGARM At The Fugard Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2018
The Fugard Theatre announces its cast for LANGARM, the much-anticipated new musical by award-winning, South African legend David Kramer.The actors in the leading roles are Rushney Ferguson, Cameron Botha, Kim Louis, Oscar Petersen, Pierre Nelson and Julio Jantjies. LANGARM will be presented at The Fugard Theatre for the festive season from 20 November and early bird tickets are already flying!
GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES To Make Its SA Debut
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2018
Gruesome Playground Injuries, the dark comedy by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph, has its South African premiere at Alexander Bar from 5 to 17 November. Directed by multiple award-winner Tara Notcutt (The Taming of the Shrew, The Three Little Pigs, …miskien), the two hander stars Matt Newman as Doug, and introducing Candice Bernstein as Kayleen.
Godfrey Johnson Brings UNHINGED to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2018
Unhinged is a cabaret filled with musical madness inspired by Mozart, Bach, Bowie, Beethoven, Brahms and Madonna.
PYTHON AND THE QUNUBE TREE Comes to Masque Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2018
'Python and the Qunube Tree" an African folktale. When a terrible drought leaves all the animals on the brink of starvation, Python's Qunube tree is the only food that survives. Surprisingly, little tortoise saves the day with his special talent, breaking the cycle of the drought and freeing the Qunube berries for all the animals to eat. This story is told in English, Afrikaans and isiXhosa with a large python puppet, hilarious animal masks and beautiful singing. The children learn about sharing, perseverance, trust, and that we all have talents that need to be discovered.
DIE REUK VAN APPELS Celebrates 100th Show At The Fugard Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2018
Following a sensational national tour and international debut, the runaway success DIE REUK VAN APPELS celebrates its incredible 100th performance as part of its next Cape Town run. The multiple award-winning play will be presented from 23 October until 17 November at The Fugard Studio Theatre and is performed in Afrikaans with English surtitles.
VR Theatrical Presents PETER AND THE WOLF
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2018
This spring VR Theatrical conjures up the irreverent Boy, the grumpy Grandfather, the lovable Duck, the fat Cat, the chirpy Bird and the big 'bad' Wolf in a whirlwind stage adaptation of this timeless tale, which has introduced generations of children to classical music and the instruments of the orchestra.
Finalists For The Fleur Du Cap Award Winning SCrIBE Scriptwriting Competition Announced
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2018
Professional staged readings of their plays will take place on Tuesday 25 and Wednesday 26 September with the winners announced at an event on Thursday 27 September. The venue is the Theatre Arts Admin Collective, Methodist Church Hall, corner of Milton Road and Wesley Street, Observatory, Cape Town. Entrance is free.
Season 7 Of Monday Night Magic Pops Up At Artscape This Spring
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2018
The number seven is believed to be lucky in many cultures and it is indeed a special one for Monday Night Magic, which returns for its seventh season on October 1, 2018. This time around, the pop-up theatre will be in a new location - the Opera Bar at the newly-renovated Artscape Theatre Centre on Cape Town's Foreshore.
Gate69 Presents THE THREE LITTLE PIGS, An Adult Panto
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2018
Gate69 presents The Three Little Pigs as never seen before! The fairytale has been told at some point or other by a well-meaning parent or teacher hoping to impart upstanding values to millions of little grown-ups-in-waiting. According to Cathy Specific that's all good and well but, she says, 'you don't know the half of it - whomever wrote this menacing little folktale likely had his Victorian blinders on and skipped the juicy details, as usual."
Mike Van Graan's GREEN MAN FLASHING Comes to Hilton Arts Festival
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2018
One of the two Flagship Productions of the 26th annual Hilton Arts Festival which will be hosted on the campus of Hilton College from 14 - 16 September, 2018, is Mike van Graan's contemporary fast-paced South African political thriller, Green Man Flashing.
Paul and Carol Slabolepszy Will Both Present Projects at the Hilton Arts Festival
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2018
Super creative husband and wife team, Paul and Carol Slabolepszy, will both be at the Hilton Arts Festival this year - coming to Hilton from 14 - 16 September.
Booking Opens Today For Hilton Arts Festival
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2018
Booking for KZN's premier arts festival: the 26th annual Hilton Arts Festival which will be hosted on the campus of Hilton College from 14 - 16 September, 2018, opens nation-wide today.
Rising Young Stars Chase R145 000 Prizes In National Competition
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2018
The creme de la creme of South Africa's classical youth musicians between the ages of 14 and 19 are poised to battle it out for the coveted first prize at the 34th National Youth Music Competition from 9 to 13 October at the Hugo Lambrechts Auditorium in Parow, Cape Town.
The Western Cape's Premier Dance Festival, The BAXTER DANCE FESTIVAL Returns In October
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2018
The Baxter Dance Festival, the Western Cape's premier dance platform, returns to the Baxter for its 14th annual instalment with 32 works by 54 choreographers being performed over 10 days, from Thursday 4 October until Saturday 13 October 2018. Opening this year's festival is Rolex Mentor and Protege Laureate (2004) Junaid Jemal Sendi and Addisu Demissie Kifle from Destino Dance Company based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Cape Town City Ballet Presents CINDERELLA
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2018
Following the groundbreaking Mozart and Salieri, Cape Town City Ballet (CTCB) will next present Cinderella at the Artscape Opera House from 5 to 21 October 2018.
Brendon Peel In HOCUS POCUS Comes to The Drama Factory
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2018
Magicians have made the impossible seem possible for thousands of years. They make people question rational thought by creating moments of magic that suspend reality, even just for a fleeting moment. Brendon Peel has performed his unique brand of magic and mentalism across South Africa and internationally, most notably his hit show at the Edinburgh Festival. He has been dubbed by critics as one of the top performers in his field and is guaranteed to engage, entertain and blow the minds of everyone in the audience. Hocus Pocus is a show filled with hard-hitting mentalism and mind reading routines as well as more traditional magic tricks. Brendon Peel guides the audience through a variety of illusions and feats all blended together with a fun-loving and humorous approach. This show is a perfect evening out and is fun and engaging for the entire family. Young or old, everyone can connect with the magic that Brendon Peel creates on stage. Join Brendon on this journey through the mind and witness a true performer as he spreads the magic and unlocks the true magic, just remember the magic words - Hocus Pocus!
Nicole Fortuin On Being 'Flawed, Layered and Vocal' in OLEANNA
by Lindsay Kruger - September 11, 2018
Coming to The Fugard Theatre this month, OLEANNA is a two-character play by David Mamet. Stripped down to a discussion between a female student and her male professor, it addresses issues of inequality, language, gender, and more. In her role as student Carol, Nicole Fortuin delves deeper into her experience with this confrontational drama.
Cape Town's Magical Teens Win Gold, Trophies And Magic Club Sets
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2018
An atmosphere of euphoria and cries of jubilation were felt and heard by all as Khayelitsha's terrific township duo Anele Dyasi and Dion Wabanie were crowned the 2018 Western Cape Junior Close- Up and Stage Magician champions, respectively, at Bergvliet High School on Saturday 8 September 2018.
The Peninsula Ballet School Presents 'At the Movies'
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2018
The Peninsula Ballet School presents 'At the Movies' to audiences this year, in celebration of our students' progress and achievements in dance. From 5 years to 60 years, our ballet students promise to entertain audiences through a kaleidoscope of some of our most loved movies: from classics such as Annie and the Aristocats; to more recent blockbusters such as Tron, Avatar and The Greatest Showman.

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