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#METAMORPHOSIS Lends Thematic Unity to Drive Decolonisation and Transformation at UJ Arts & Culture by BWW News Desk
- March 11, 2018 #METAMORPHOSIS is UJ Arts & Culture's 2018 programme of change. Drawing inspiration from the theme of #METAMORPHOSIS has seen UJ Arts & Culture plan to change more than its content. The 2018 programme features two brand new festivals as well as new partnerships that will increase opportunities for the university community, creative industries and the public to experience and participate in the arts.
SASOLBURG COMMON 'BIRDS' OF SOUTH AFRICA Comes to Alexander Upstairs by BWW News Desk
- March 08, 2018 Canned Rice Productions will present Candice van Litsenborgh new dark comedy, SASOLBURG COMMON 'BIRDS' OF SOUTH AFRICA, at the Alexander Bar this March. Directed by Richard Wright-Firth, the play will be performed by Van Litsenborgh herself and popular local actor Daneel van der Walt.
Five on Friday with Sarafina Magazine's Candice Bernstein by David Fick
- March 02, 2018 Since establishing Sarafina Magazine in 2016, South African blogger and actress Candice Bernstein has featured over 150 womxn, drawing readers from over 90 countries. She took some time out from preparing for her upcoming Sarafina Magazine: Live event to take part in this week's edition of 'Five on Friday' for BroadwayWorld South Africa.
THE ISLAND Comes to The Drama Factory by BWW News Desk
- February 27, 2018 The Island, starring Luntu Masiza & Siya Mayola, under careful direction by Chris Weare, is a beautiful portrayal of this classic piece.
BEATLEMANIA Brings Tour to Sibaya Casino This Easter Break! by BWW News Desk
- February 27, 2018 The Easter bunny won't be the only one hopping into Johannesburg this Easter as Beatlemania On Tour will be bouncing around stage when they kick off their week-long tour run in Sibaya Casino over the Easter break from 29 March to 8 April 2018.
March and April Bring Dance, Drama And Opera to Fugard Bioscope by BWW News Desk
- February 27, 2018 There's a captivating line up for March and April at the Fugard Bioscope, including dance, drama and opera. The Bioscope presents screenings of the world's best recorded live theatre, opera and ballet productions to be enjoyed from the comfort of a Fugard Theatre seat and on the Fugard's full size high definition cinema screen with a 7.1 dolby digital surround sound system.
THIRST Comes to The Drama Factory by BWW News Desk
- February 25, 2018 Sugar-daddy Theatre co. presents, Thirst, by Eugene O'Neill, in celebration of the anniversary of this Nobel Prize Winner & great grandfather of all American playwrights. It's somewhat ironic that this one act play (adaptation by Sugar-daddy) is set one hundred years ago, which coincides with the last time Cape Town experienced such a serious drought.
Mel Botes Brings Poets, Wine and Song to The Drama Factory by BWW News Desk
- February 25, 2018 A celebration of the poets, their songs and of course paired with wine! Featuring master guitarist and songwriter, Mel Botes. Take a trip down memory lane as Mel performs a variety of old classic songs by some of his favourite poets. Be swept away by a selection of Mel's original music from his albums 'David's Confession", "Flight of Bird", plus the new "River Symphony" - A symphony in progress.
IN BOCCA AL LUPO Comes to Alexander Upstairs by BWW News Desk
- February 22, 2018 What could follow The Epicene Butcher and We Didn't Come to Hell for the Croissants? In bocca al lupo, Jemma Kahn's third kamishibai show: a graphic and candid and whimsical journey across three continents, using four story boxes, one giant cicada, a naked Catholic (or two) and one golden surprise.
THE PHIL SPECTRUM Comes to Alexander Upstairs by BWW News Desk
- February 22, 2018 The Phil Spectrum is the debut show written and produced by comedian and radio broadcaster Phil de Lange. It cleverly integrates stand-up, music, and radio sketches. The show's content can be described as a blend of irreverent political commentary, ukulele songs, satire and disarming self-deprecation.
Vumani Choral Project Presents One Night Only of Gospel Classics by BWW News Desk
- February 20, 2018 Cape Town, 15 February 2018-Vumani Choral Project presents 'a one evening only' Gospel Classics concert at the Maynardville Open Air Theatre as part of the Maynardville Open Air Festival 2018. The Festival takes the annual Cape Town theatre tradition, Shakespeare under the Stars, into a new era with an expanded classical experience.
JAM EVERY OTHER DAY Comes to The Drama Factory by BWW News Desk
- February 19, 2018 Looking for a piece of theatre that will warm the heart and make you feel good inside? Then Jam Every Other Day is the show for you. F Creations is proud to present the second run of this brand new one-woman show. It has been adapted for stage from the memoir of Emmaleen Kriel, and is performed by Erika Marais and directed by Celia Musikanth. The story follows Kriel's family life from their home in 1960s rural Constantia to their daring move to the forests of Knysna.
Cat Simoni and Friends Come to Alexander Upstairs by BWW News Desk
- February 12, 2018 After ten years playing and singing for the international creme de la creme at the Steinways of London's 5-star venues and exclusive clubs, Cat Simoni is back home and delighted to be entertaining Cape Town audiences on Sunday nights in the intimate setting of the Alexander Bar. She'll be joined by different friends each gig, this week starting with the multi-talented songwriter and voice artist Alan Glass.
BWW Review: Wit, Sequins and Feathers Fly in THE FABULOUS CERI DUPREE SHOW at Gate69 by David Fick
- February 11, 2018 There is something thoroughly fabulous about watching a performer who knows exactly who they are doing what they were born to do. THE FABULOUS CERI DUPREE SHOW offers Capetonian audiences an opportunity to see just such an artist at Gate69, with Ceri Dupree having returned to South Africa for this limited season at the Mother City's Purple Palace on Bree.
Photo Flash: World-Renowned College Of Magic Welcomes Record Number Of New Students by BWW News Desk
- February 09, 2018 The world-renowned College of Magic, Cape Town's only magical arts organisation, welcomed a record number of 64 new students to its introductory Course One and Course Magic and Showmanship classes at its incredible Victorian manor base on Saturday 3 February 2018!
Alexander Upstairs Presents THE ROUGE REVUE'S HONKY TONK WOMEN by BWW News Desk
- February 07, 2018 Grab a glass of your favourite tipple as you join The Rougettes at the Honky Tonk. Share in their shenanigans as they bring you all the burlesque flavours of the night, served as you like it: neat, on the rocks, or with a mixer of your choosing.
IF I REALLY DID HAVE POWERS...(IT WOULD LOOK SOMETHING LIKE THIS) Comes to Alexander Upstairs by BWW News Desk
- February 07, 2018 Andrew is an experienced mentalist and magician who has performed his craft throughout Africa. Using psychology, illusion and some devious trickery, his new show takes the audience on a journey into a magical world were having powers of the mind appear to be possible. Prepare to experience and be part of quirky jaw dropping demonstrations that will make you laugh and gasp at the same time. You will be mystified and amazed as you slowly start wondering whether the title's 'if' should actually be there.
THE ILLUSIONISTS Cut Water Act Due to Cape Town Water Crisis by BWW News Desk
- February 01, 2018 The international sell out show, The Illusionists Direct from Broadway featuring eight of the world's finest Illusionists opens at GrandWest on 7 February and runs until 11 February 2018. Owing to the critical water crisis in Cape Town the water tank torture cell performance by Escapologist, Krendl has been cut at all GrandWest performances. However, the show will still run for the same duration, giving audiences of an action packed magical experience. Producers and The Illusionists are extremely sensitive to this situation and thank patrons for their understanding.
Fugard Theatre Productions Receive 26 Fleur Du Cap Nominations by BWW News Desk
- January 30, 2018 Productions presented and hosted by the Fugard Theatre have garnered an incredible 26 Fleur du Cap nominations. The historic production of South African musical King Kong swept twelve nominations while the local premiere of the hit West End comedy Shakespeare in Love is nominated in four categories.
Nominees Announced For The 53rd Annual Fleur Du Cap Theatre Awards by BWW News Desk
- January 30, 2018 The 2017 nominees for the Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards have been announced. These annual awards are regarded amongst the most valued and prestigious in the South African performing arts industry. This year's ceremony will take place on 18 March at 17:30 at the Baxter Theatre Centre in Cape Town and promises to be an 'Elegantly Extravagant' evening.