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The Miriam Makeba Foundation to Celebrate 93rd Birthday of the Late Dr Miriam Makeba
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2025
The Miriam Makeba Foundation is celebrating the 93rd Birthday of the late Dr. Miriam Makeba. South Africa views this day through a lens which venerates and celebrates the life of our late Beloved Songstress Zenzile Miriam Makeba.
THRILL ME Comes To The Pieter Toerien Theatre at Monte in March
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2025
Pieter Toerien will present Stephen Dolginoff's internationally acclaimed murder-musical, THRILL ME: The Leopold & Loeb Story at Montecasino next month. Learn more here!
Joburg Ballet Will Perform DREAMSCAPES
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2025
After an absence of nine years Joburg Ballet will return to the Roodepoort Theatre in Gauteng with DreamScapes, a triple bill showcasing the company’s versatility and commitment to celebrating heritage, artistry, and innovation.
Review: MR & MRS NORMAL at The Masque Theatre, Muizenberg
by Michelle B Lewis - February 26, 2025
Looking for a night of non-stop laughter and high-energy entertainment? Then don’t miss Mr & Mrs Normal, the outrageously funny musical comedy starring the dynamic duo, Aaron McIlroy and Lisa Bobbert! This comedic whirlwind is lighting up The Masque Theatre in Muizenberg for a lightning-fast tour with just four unmissable performances.
Former Scottish Ballet Principal joins Cape Town City Ballet For Summer Season at Artscape
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2025
Cape Town City Ballet has announced that former Scottish Ballet Principal Jerome Anthony Barnes will be joining the company for its upcoming Summer Season that opens next month at Artscape.
POPArt and Joburg Theatre Youth Development Host the NEXT DRAFT Programme
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2025
This residency is part of a partnership with Joburg Theatre Youth Development, which aims to nurture the growth of fringe work and attract audiences to it. Learn more here!
Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN brings the tears, the laughter and the goosebumps
by Faeron Wheeler - February 24, 2025
DEAR EVAN HANSEN is a beautiful piece of musical theatre that hits you right in the gut and gave me goosebumps again and again. It's proof that SA has an exceptional level of talent!
Maestro Stuart Taylor Debuts New Show ODD MAN OUT at the Baxter Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2025
One of South Africa's most celebrated comedians, Stuart Taylor, is set to bring his brand-new stand-up show, Odd Man Out, to the Baxter Theatre early next month.
MOLLY STREET Opens at Theatre on the Square in March
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2025
A gripping tale of love, loss, and justice beyond the grave comes to life in Molly Street, written and directed by Peter Churu. Performances run next month at Theatre on the Square.
Cape Town Opera Will Host SHORTS: A Festival Of Short Operas
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2025
After a sold-out season of My Fair Lady at Artscape, Cape Town Opera (CTO), Africa's leading opera company, will host Shorts: A Festival of SHORT Operas!  at The Wave theatre.
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.
Louis Viljoen's Play MRS. MITCHELL COMES TO TOWN Announced At The Baxter's Masambe This April
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2025
New Louis Viljoen play, “Mrs. Mitchell Comes To Town”, will weave a mysterious tale of obsession, sex, and murder at The Baxter Theatre's Masambe this April.
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.
A Dazzling Evening Of Fun And Entertainment At Artscape To Invest In The Future Of The Masque
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2025
A night of fun, laughter and entertainment awaits at a historic benefit evening to be held at Artscape, celebrating the legacy of The Masque Theatre while raising funds to invest in its future.
DEAR KAFFY: Diary Of A Single Woman Comes to the South African State Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2025
The South African State Theatre has announced the staging of Dear Kaffy: Diary of a Single Woman, a production written by Shola Dada and Bolanle Austen-Peters.
Scenario Productions and Die Centurion Teater Unveil 2025 Theatre Season
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2025
Scenario Productions and Die Centurion Teater have announced their highly anticipated 2025 Theatre Season, a groundbreaking celebration of the performing arts.
Cape Town City Ballet Will Perform GISELLE as Part of its Summer Season at Artscape
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
Following the success of their sold-out season of The Nutcracker over the Christmas holidays, Cape Town City Ballet will present Giselle at the Artscape Theatre this March 2025.
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.
Cape Ballet Africa Celebrates First Birthday and Debut at Artscape Opera House With Triple Bill
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
Cape Ballet Africa will celebrate its first birthday in March with a new triple bill, as well as marking its debut at the Artscape Opera House.
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.
VERKLEURVROUTJIE Comes To The Drama Factory In February
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2025
The comedy Verkleurvroutjie will be presented at THE DRAMA FACTORY, running from Thu 20 Feb 2025 To Thu 20 Feb 2025.

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