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Both Yusuf Cat Stevens Cape Town Concerts Sell Out
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2017
The popularity and support of the legendary singer/songwriter Yusuf /Cat Stevens amongst local fans and the enormous demand for tickets has led to both dates of the Cape Town leg of the Yusuf / Cat Stevens three-city SA concert tour at Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden's selling out in quick succession.
Jazzart Dance Theatre Presents THROUGH THE EYES OF THE MASSES for Heritage Month
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2017
This Heritage month, Jazzart Dance Theatre presents their latest professional production, THROUGH THE EYES OF THE MASSES. The piece speaks out about and unpacks a burning issue that thousands of people live with in silence, the issue of forced removals and land restitution.
Chris Forrest and Pete Goffe-Wood Cook Up Something Naughty for Mzansi
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2017
For the first time in Johannesburg, comic genius, Chris Forrest, and celebrity chef, Pete Goffe-Wood, scrumptiously blend comedy and cooking together into the 'Top Gear' of cooking shows. 
The Fugard Theatre Brings Acclaimed Production of Iconic Musical KING KONG Home to Joburg
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2017
Over half a century since the world premiere of the original production of KING KONG, Eric Abraham and the Fugard Theatre bring this legendary and iconic musical home to Johannesburg. The run will come hot off the Cape Town season, which is currently playing to rave reviews, rapturous responses and sold-out houses at the Fugard Theatre.
Vadhini Indian Arts Academy Presents SUNDARI: THE BEAUTY OF DANCE
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2017
On the 30 August 2017, Cape Town's prestigious Artscape theatre will host the Vadhini Indian Arts Academy for their newest dance production titled Sundari - The Beauty of Dance. 
Extra Yusuf / Cat Stevens Johannesburg Concert Announced
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2017
Owing to public demand and the almost sold out first concert of the SA Tour at the Ticketpro Dome, TEG DAINTY in association with Showtime Management and Moonshadow Aus Pty, today announced an extra Johannesburg concert at the Ticketpro Dome commencing at 8pm on Thursday, 09 November 2017. 
Photo Feature: Upcoming Tour of FIELA SE KIND to the Baxter Theatre in Cape Town and the Atterbury Theatre in Pretoria
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2017
Dalene Matthee's well-known FIELA SE KIND will stop at the Baxter Theatre in Cape Town and the Atterbury Theatre in Pretoria as part of its national tour this August and September. Take a look at the production in a set of photographs, courtesy of the Lefra Productions, below.
Photo Coverage: UK Premiere of TOBACCO at the Edinburgh Assembly Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2017
The United Kingdom premiere of Sylvaine Strike's TOBACCO forms part of the Baxter Theatre Centre's impressive showcase of six award-winning and cutting-edge productions at the 2017 Edinburgh Assembly Fringe Festival in Scotland this August.
Photo Coverage: Smash South African Hit MIES JULIE Returns to the Edinburgh Assembly Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2017
The Baxter Theatre Centre's smash hit production of MIES JULIE, which took Edinburgh by storm in 2012, returns to the Edinburgh Assembly Fringe Festival this month following its unprecedented international success. Written and directed by Yael Farber, the production joins an impressive line-up of six award-winning and cutting-edge productions from the  Baxter.
Photo Coverage: Scotsman Fringe First Winner THE FALL at the Edinburgh Assembly Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2017
THE FALL, one of the Baxter Theatre Centre's impressive showcase of six award-winning and cutting-edge productions at the 2017 Edinburgh Assembly Fringe Festival in Scotland this August, was awarded the Fringe First at this year's Scotsman Awards.
Five on Friday with Jayne Batzofin, the Artistic Director for Clowns Without Borders South Africa
by David Fick - August 11, 2017
Clowns Without Borders South Africa is celebrating their tenth anniversary with a once-off Comedy Benefit Showcase at the iconic Fugard Studio Theatre this August. BroadwayWorld South Africa chatted with Jayne Batzofin, the artistic director for Clowns Without Borders South Africa, about the importance of clowning in crisis as well as the upcoming benefit.
Photo Coverage: The Baxter Theatre's KAROO MOOSE - NO FATHERS at the Edinburgh Assembly Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2017
One of three plays by writer-director Lara Foot, KAROO MOOSE - NO FATHERS, forms part of the Baxter Theatre Centre's impressive showcase of six award-winning and cutting-edge productions at the 2017 Edinburgh Assembly Fringe Festival in Scotland this August.
Countdown Continues to BRYAN MILES: LIVE at the Alexander Upstairs this August
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2017
There are only two weeks left to go before Bryan Miles, the star of the groundbreaking SABC3 series ONE DAY WITH BRYAN MILES, returns to the Alexander Bar this August for one night only in a new self-titled show.
Alexander Upstairs to Present New Richard Kaplan Play SELWYN AND GABRIEL
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2017
SELWYN AND GABRIEL is a new comedy-drama by Richard Kaplan, writer of THE FINKELSTEINS ARE COMING TO DINNER. Directed by Matthew Kalil, SELWYN AND GABRIEL features KaiLuke Brummer as Selwyn and Mbulelo Grootboom as Gabriel, both award-winning actors who bring freshness and passion to their roles.
Extra Yusuf/Cat Stevens Cape Town Concert Announced
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2017
Concert tickets for the Cape Town leg of the Yusuf / Cat Stevens three-city SA concert tour to be held at Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden on 11 November 2017 sold out within hours of going on general sale earlier this week. 
Photo Coverage: International Premiere of THE INCONVENIENCE OF WINGS at the Edinburgh Assembly Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2017
The international premiere of Lara Foot's THE INCONVENIENCE OF WINGS, which has played three successful seasons in its country of origin, South Africa, takes place as part of the Baxter Theatre Centre's impressive showcase of six award-winning and cutting-edge productions at the 2017 Edinburgh Assembly Fringe Festival in Scotland this August.
Sensational International Ballet Galas for Cape Town and Johannesburg in September
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2017
Outstanding ballet will once again grace South African stages when the much anticipated SAIBC INTERNATIONAL BALLET GALA takes place this September in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
Photo Coverage: Lara Foot's TSHEPANG - THE THIRD TESTAMENT at the Edinburgh Assembly Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2017
Writer-director Lara Foot's TSHEPANG: THE THIRD TESTAMENT, a play that rocked South African and shocked the world, forms part of the South African showcase at the 2017 Edinburgh Assembly Fringe Festival in Scotland. The impressive total of six award-winning and cutting-edge productions is presented by the Baxter Theatre Centre.
Artscape to Host First Capetonian Performances of Contemporary South African Classic AT HER FEET in Thirteen Years
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2017
The Artscape Theatre Centre will host the first Capetonian performances of the contemporary South African classic, AT HER FEET as a part of the Artscape's Women's Festival this week. Writer-director Nadia Davids and actor Quanita Adams are delighted to bring this beloved work to a new generation of South Africans for a limited run in celebration of Women's Day.  
Comedy of Bad Manners ABIGAIL'S PARTY Returns to the Masque Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2017
Mike Leigh's classic comedy of bad manners, ABIGAIL'S PARTY, is back at the Masque Theatre by popular demand for a limited season. For the duration of the run, the theatre will offer a two-for-one winter ticket special on all bookings.
HASHTAG LOTTERING to Play Final Season at Pieter Toerien's Montecasino Theatre in Johannesburg
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2017
Marc Lottering will return to Pieter Toerien's Montecasino Theatre for a final season of his hit-show HASHTAG LOTTERING. The show enjoyed sell-out seasons around the country last year. One of South Africa's top comedians, Lottering is sure to keep audiences in stitches once again with his hysterical views of life in South Africa.
BWW Review: Remarkable Richards Lands Skilful Comedy in STATE FRACTURE at the Baxter - But Is It Satire?
by David Fick - August 06, 2017
South Africa, says the note in the programme of STATE FRACTURE, is 'a country that keeps on giving as far as satirical material is concerned.' What a pity, then, that the humour in STATE FRACTURE never transcends the comic to become satire.
Badilisha Poetry X-Change on the Road Again in Search of Poets
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2017
This year, Badilisha is pleased to announce a new edition of their poetic journey. The collective is going on the road again, this time with the specific intention of meeting with emerging and seasons poets working in indigenous languages.
Legendary South African Musical KING KONG Now Open at The Fugard Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2017
Over half a century since the original production, a brand new production of KING KONG, the legendary South African musical, is now on in Cape Town. Eric Abraham produces and presents this Fugard Theatre production, which will transfer to Johannesburg following its run in the Mother City.
Five on Friday with Themba Stewart, Writer-Director of RED ALOES
by David Fick - August 04, 2017
When Themba Stewart's new play, RED ALOES, opens tonight, it will be the culmination of a long journey that began, for him, in the wake of political violence in the early 1990s. BroadwayWorld South Africa's David Fick interviewed him about this play, which is drawn from his experiences as a child, for this week's Five on Friday.

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