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THE REAL MRS. MUHAMMED Explores Explosive Inter-cultural Love by BWW News Desk
- August 24, 2018 Exploding onto the Arena stage at Artscape as one of the plays during the Applauz Arts Initiative 2nd SoloAfrika Festival of MonoDrama from 27 August to 1 September 2018 is The Real Mrs Muhammad featuring Artscape's very own Senior Marketing Manager, Simone Heradien in her debut appearance on-stage.
BWW Review: SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE's Enchanting Return To The Fugard Theatre by Lindsay Kruger
- August 23, 2018 Eric Abraham's award-winning production of Shakespeare in Love is back at the Fugard Theatre by popular demand. Its highly anticipated return comes after a sold-out run at the end of 2017 and this latest production boasts a handful of fresh cast members as well as a new lead actor. While one might sometimes associate Shakespeare with languid lines of prose and a faint understanding of Early Modern English, there is nothing idle about this captivating romantic comedy.
Award-winning SWERFGOED, Directed By Tinarie Van Wyk Loots, Comes To The Baxter by BWW News Desk
- August 23, 2018 Following its success at the Klein Karoo National Arts Festival (KKNK) earlier this year, Bauke Snyman's Swerfgoed, performed in Afrikaans and directed by Tinarie van Wyk Loots, returns to the Baxter Golden Arrow Studio stage, from 5 to 22 September at 7.30pm, with Saturday matinees at 3pm.
The Ultimate Battle Of The Teen Wands Returns To Cape Town by BWW News Desk
- August 21, 2018 The ultimate battle of the teenage wands, the 2018 Western Cape Junior Magicians, will transform Cape Town's Bergvliet High into an epic magical battleground on Saturday 8 September 2018!
ENGAME Extends Through 1 September At The Baxter by BWW News Desk
- August 21, 2018 Following the overwhelming success of Samuel Beckett's incandescent classic Endgame, currently on at the Baxter Golden Arrow Studio, the season has been extended by a week and will now end of 1 September at 7.30pm, Monday to Saturday.
Gate69 Presents THE THREE LITTLE PIGS, An Adult Panto by BWW News Desk
- August 21, 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
- August 20, 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.
Bookings Now Open For KINKY BOOTS At The Fugard Theatre by BWW News Desk
- August 20, 2018 Tickets for the Fugard Theatre's South African premiere production of the multiple Tony award-winning musical KINKY BOOTS go on sale from today - 20 August 2018.
Beatlemania Fever Set To Take Cape Town By Storm Later This Year With Renowned International Tribute Show by BWW News Desk
- August 19, 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.
WOMANSONG Comes to Alexander Upstairs by BWW News Desk
- August 18, 2018 Presented by Kristen Koning, WomanSong is a celebration of music by female artists. Kristen Koning, Sky Dladla and Thandeka Mfinyongo will take you on an unforgettable journey of joy, sorrow, defeat and victory through music.
Great Comedy Comes to Hilton Arts Festival by BWW News Desk
- August 17, 2018 There is a particularly strong line up of comedy this year at KZN's premier arts festival: the 26th annual Hilton Arts Festival which will once again be hosted on the campus of Hilton College from 14 - 16 September, 2018.
Second Leg Of Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa Kicks Off 22 August by BWW News Desk
- August 16, 2018 After a hugely successful start at the Artscape and Baxter Theatres in April and May 2018, the Shakespeare School Festival (SSF), now in its 8th year, continues to roll out nationally from 22 August, beginning in Grahamstown and ending in Bloemfontein in October.
THE MAGIC SHELL Comes to The Drama Factory by BWW News Desk
- August 16, 2018 The Magic Shell is based on an African folktale and set in ancient times on the Wild coast. The first people lived in a time before people had any stories to tell. A married couple go on a journey to find stories. The wife goes on an adventure leaving the husband to look after the home and the children. On her way she learns from various comical wild animals; she is challenged to be brave and determined and to find stories in surprizing places. The story comes to life in English and isiXhosa with original songs and innovative masks. "So simple and magical. Really clever how it makes one use your imagination." "Very creative and imaginative. Kids really enjoyed it!" "Lovely show, beautiful story and wonderful acting."
Bryan Miles: Live to Play Alexander Bar by BWW News Desk
- August 14, 2018 Meet Bryan Miles - a master of the wicked manipulation of the mind and a performer who is trained in the art of thought deception. Bryan has performed across the globe, from London to Los Angeles, for movie stars and celebrities. His ground-breaking primetime SABC TV series, 'One Day with Bryan Miles' has had South Africans across the country questioning what is possible and what is not.
'Revue 2018' To Be Presented At Carnival City by BWW News Desk
- August 14, 2018 Lefra Productions' very successful annual national revue competition will be presented at Carnival City from 14 -24 August 2018. The finals will be presented in the Big Top Arena on 12 September 2018. Well-known radio and TV personality, Sue Pyler, will be presenting REVUE 2018. The judges are also well-known celebrities in South Africa's entertainment industry - Lizz Meiring, Helene Bester and Duane Williams. The Director is Frans Swart. REVUE is presented with the kind support of Carnival City, RSG, Stuttaford van Lines, Hollywood Costumes and Sounds Good.
Shakespeare's MACBETH is Now On Stage At Monte by BWW News Desk
- August 14, 2018 After the sensational success of HAMLET in 2017, Pieter Toerien proudly presents Abrahamse & Meyer's dazzling take on MACBETH - William Shakespeare's shortest, darkest and most thrilling tragedy.
Voorkamerfest In Darling Announces Performer Lineup by BWW News Desk
- August 13, 2018 The much anticipated annual theatrical showcase-the Voorkamerfest- once again sees the participation of top South African artists, both well established and emerging.
Booking Opens Today For Hilton Arts Festival by BWW News Desk
- August 13, 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.
Rosanthorn Cello Trio Come to The Drama Factory by BWW News Desk
- August 10, 2018 These three cellists share an exciting vision for the Cello - to revisit and re-position an instrument that is often overlooked. The result is an act that leads the way in the electric string genre.
PEACE TRAIN TO A WILD WORLD Comes to The Drama Factory by BWW News Desk
- August 10, 2018 "Peace Train to a Wild World" is a nostalgic, memorable tribute to Nobel Peace prizewinner, megastar and multi-instrumentalist, Yusuf / Cat Stevens and not only highlights Yusuf's / Cat Stevens' haunting melodies and soulful lyrics, but also gives one a glimpse into the life of one of the world's greatest folk-rock artists, from birth to current status as converted Muslim and humanitarian. The tribute features Werner Carstens, on lead guitar, mandolin, and backing vocals. Craig Stott on acoustic guitar and lead vocals has received standing ovations for his renditions of Yusuf / Cat Stevens' hits, while, Charl Strutt and Gavin Young feature on bass and drums respectively. The group has enjoyed sold-out performances at various theatres and theatre supper venues in and around Cape Town and up country.
Bookings Now Open For Adventure Film STROOMOP - Watch the Trailer! by BWW News Desk
- August 07, 2018 This film is about more than just life and death, it tells the story of five women - Lana, Vivian, Adrie, Diona and Nixie - who are being tossed about by life's rough waters and drowning in their own lives. Coincidence takes them on an adventure on the Orange River. Here the unthinkable happens when their boat capsizes, the river guide goes missing and they find themselves in a battle for survival in the wilderness.
OLD TOWN BAND Comes to The Drama Factory by BWW News Desk
- August 07, 2018 Old Town is Grace Newton on lead vocals, Jonathan Tait (Hatchetman) on guitar and backing vocals, Wouter Reyneke (Radio Kalahari Orkes) on bass, Carly Nauta on violin, Christoph De Chavonnes Vrugt (Crimson House) on drums and Arno van Zyl (Crimson House) on banjo. Mainly drawing influence from old time traditional country western and bluegrass music, the band delivers their own fast paced and modern reading of the genre. Their first single, White & Black, was recorded early in 2018 which laid the groundwork for their forthcoming full-length album release.