BRYAN MILES: LIVE Headed to Alexander Upstairs This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2017
BRYAN MILES: LIVE will play two performances at the Alexander Upstairs Theatre this June. Bryan Miles can seemingly influence and predict human behaviours. By using his skills sets of magic, suggestion and psychology, he is able to manipulate theatrically his audiences' perception of the world.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2017
BRYAN MILES: LIVE will play two performances at the Alexander Upstairs Theatre this June. Bryan Miles can seemingly influence and predict human behaviours. By using his skills sets of magic, suggestion and psychology, he is able to manipulate theatrically his audiences' perception of the world.
BWW Review: Viljoen Places Observers and the Media In Camera in Philosophical THE EULOGISTS at The Fugard
by David Fick - June 07, 2017
People often forget is that hubris walks hand-in-hand with nemesis, and Louis Viljoen shines a spotlight on this particularly damning walk of shame in his latest play, THE EULOGISTS, which features a top-notch performance by Emily Child.
by David Fick - June 07, 2017
People often forget is that hubris walks hand-in-hand with nemesis, and Louis Viljoen shines a spotlight on this particularly damning walk of shame in his latest play, THE EULOGISTS, which features a top-notch performance by Emily Child.
Full Cast Announced for the Fugard Theatre's KING KONG: THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2017
Over half a century since the original production, the Fugard Theatre's forthcoming, brand new production of the legendary South African musical KING KONG is fully cast, with rehearsals commencing on 12 June.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2017
Over half a century since the original production, the Fugard Theatre's forthcoming, brand new production of the legendary South African musical KING KONG is fully cast, with rehearsals commencing on 12 June.
SUDDENLY THE STORM Sweeps Three Naledi Theatre Awards Prior to Cape Town Opening
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2017
Paul Slabolepszy's latest play, SUDDENLY THE STORM, swept up three awards from its six nominations at the Naledi Theatre Awards in Johannesburg last night, scooping the coveted award for Best New South African Script for Slabolepszy, as well as the awards for Best Theatre Set Design (Greg King) and Best Lighting Design (Wesley France).
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2017
Paul Slabolepszy's latest play, SUDDENLY THE STORM, swept up three awards from its six nominations at the Naledi Theatre Awards in Johannesburg last night, scooping the coveted award for Best New South African Script for Slabolepszy, as well as the awards for Best Theatre Set Design (Greg King) and Best Lighting Design (Wesley France).
Five on Friday with Kiroshan Naidoo from THE EULOGISTS
by David Fick - June 02, 2017
Kiroshan Naidoo, who is currently appearing in THE EULOGISTS at The Fugard, took some time out to talk to BroadwayWorld South Africa about the show and the South African theatre scene in this week's Five on Friday.
by David Fick - June 02, 2017
Kiroshan Naidoo, who is currently appearing in THE EULOGISTS at The Fugard, took some time out to talk to BroadwayWorld South Africa about the show and the South African theatre scene in this week's Five on Friday.
New Wessel Pretorius Play, RENAISSANCE, to Play Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2017
RENAISSANCE, written and directed by Wessel Pretorius and performed by Len-Barry Simons, Jazzara Jaslyn and David Viviers, is coming to Alexander Theatre Upstairs this June.
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2017
RENAISSANCE, written and directed by Wessel Pretorius and performed by Len-Barry Simons, Jazzara Jaslyn and David Viviers, is coming to Alexander Theatre Upstairs this June.
Decoda, Affiliate Ensemble of Carnegie Hall, Set for South African Tour
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2017
An innovative set of partnerships between South African music organisations and the Affiliate Ensemble of Carnegie Hall will bring a series of exciting workshops, performances and residencies to South Africa in June.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2017
An innovative set of partnerships between South African music organisations and the Affiliate Ensemble of Carnegie Hall will bring a series of exciting workshops, performances and residencies to South Africa in June.
Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards Clarifies Scope, Eligibility and Processes for Theatre-Makers, Performers and Press
by David Fick - May 30, 2017
The chair of the Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards panel held three sessions in Cape Town yesterday outlining the scope, rules and processes of the awards programme that takes place on an annual basis in the Mother City and its surrounds. The aim was to make the awards process more accessible to theatre-makers, performer and the press.
by David Fick - May 30, 2017
The chair of the Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards panel held three sessions in Cape Town yesterday outlining the scope, rules and processes of the awards programme that takes place on an annual basis in the Mother City and its surrounds. The aim was to make the awards process more accessible to theatre-makers, performer and the press.
STREETKIDS To Perform At Artscape's Zip Zap Circus Lunch Hour Concert
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2017
Zip Zap Circus will be bringing a fun-filled performance to the Artscape Lunch Hour Concert on 6th July from 1pm - 2pm. Amongst the artists taking part in the concert through juggling, Cyr Wheel and hand to hand will be Phelani Ndakrokra. He was fortunate enough to have gained a second chance in life following his traumatic upbringing on the streets.
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2017
Zip Zap Circus will be bringing a fun-filled performance to the Artscape Lunch Hour Concert on 6th July from 1pm - 2pm. Amongst the artists taking part in the concert through juggling, Cyr Wheel and hand to hand will be Phelani Ndakrokra. He was fortunate enough to have gained a second chance in life following his traumatic upbringing on the streets.
Original Hal Prince Staging of EVITA Announced for South Africa this Summer
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2017
Pieter Toerien and David Ian will present a South African season of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's musical, EVITA, in directed by Broadway legend Harold Prince. The seven-time Tony Award-winning musical charts the rags-to-riches rise of the First Lady of Argentina, who won the love of her countrymen after marrying military leader-turned-president, Juan Peron.
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2017
Pieter Toerien and David Ian will present a South African season of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's musical, EVITA, in directed by Broadway legend Harold Prince. The seven-time Tony Award-winning musical charts the rags-to-riches rise of the First Lady of Argentina, who won the love of her countrymen after marrying military leader-turned-president, Juan Peron.
Five on Friday with Cradle of Creativity visitor Bianca Lakey
by David Fick - May 26, 2017
Grade 12 Dramatic Arts pupil, Bianca Lakey, is one of many young people who has visited ASSITEJ's Cradle of Creativity in Cape Town over the past week. See shares her thoughts about this festival, which focuses on theatre for young people, as well as considering South African theatre on a wider scale.
by David Fick - May 26, 2017
Grade 12 Dramatic Arts pupil, Bianca Lakey, is one of many young people who has visited ASSITEJ's Cradle of Creativity in Cape Town over the past week. See shares her thoughts about this festival, which focuses on theatre for young people, as well as considering South African theatre on a wider scale.
Chris Forrest Brings WHO'S YOUR DADDY to Cape Town
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2017
Calling all parents, all parents-to-be, all people who know parents, all people who want to be parents or just fans of comedy! Chris Forrest brings his side-splitting one-man show, Who's Your Daddy, to Cape Town for the first time from the 24th July to 6th August 2017 at the Kalk Bay Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2017
Calling all parents, all parents-to-be, all people who know parents, all people who want to be parents or just fans of comedy! Chris Forrest brings his side-splitting one-man show, Who's Your Daddy, to Cape Town for the first time from the 24th July to 6th August 2017 at the Kalk Bay Theatre.
SUDDENLY THE STORM to Make Cape Town Premiere at the Baxter Flipside
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
Nominated for six Naledi Theatre Awards, the Market Theatre's production of Paul Slabolepszy's SUDDENLY THE STORM will have its Cape Town premiere at the Baxter Theatre Centre during Youth Month. The Capetonian season of this riveting drama follows its unprecedented success at the Market Theatre and the Theatre on the Square.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
Nominated for six Naledi Theatre Awards, the Market Theatre's production of Paul Slabolepszy's SUDDENLY THE STORM will have its Cape Town premiere at the Baxter Theatre Centre during Youth Month. The Capetonian season of this riveting drama follows its unprecedented success at the Market Theatre and the Theatre on the Square.
Discover Magic in the Mother City Next Month
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
Believe in magic and you will find it ... and it's closer than you think.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
Believe in magic and you will find it ... and it's closer than you think.
BWW Review: CATHY AND THE TROLLEY DOLLIES a Blast for Both Frequent Flyers and First-Timers at Gate69
by David Fick - May 20, 2017
There is something indescribable about returning to Gate69, the glitzy dinner theatre venue that opened less than a year ago in central Cape Town. It is that ineffable feeling of coming home, of belonging. CATHY AND THE TROLLEY DOLLIES, one of the venue's current offerings, is a blast for everyone - frequent flyers or not.
by David Fick - May 20, 2017
There is something indescribable about returning to Gate69, the glitzy dinner theatre venue that opened less than a year ago in central Cape Town. It is that ineffable feeling of coming home, of belonging. CATHY AND THE TROLLEY DOLLIES, one of the venue's current offerings, is a blast for everyone - frequent flyers or not.
Martin Bester Set to Host ROCK IN MY TAAL Concert
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2017
Set to the be the Afrikaans rock event of the year, ROCK IN MY TAAL will take place at Carnival City on 20 May with a line-up that includes Francois van Coke, Die Heuwels Fantasties, SAARKIE, The Sweet Resistance and National Incident. Local broadcasting personality and singer Martin Bester will act as the MC for the evening.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2017
Set to the be the Afrikaans rock event of the year, ROCK IN MY TAAL will take place at Carnival City on 20 May with a line-up that includes Francois van Coke, Die Heuwels Fantasties, SAARKIE, The Sweet Resistance and National Incident. Local broadcasting personality and singer Martin Bester will act as the MC for the evening.
THE FALL Returns to the Baxter for Youth Month this June
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2017
Following its unprecedented sold-out success last year, THE FALL will return to the Baxter Golden Arrow Studio during youth month. THE FALL is a candid collaborative piece of workshop theatre based on the experiences of seven UCT graduates during the #RhodesMustFall and subsequent student movements.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2017
Following its unprecedented sold-out success last year, THE FALL will return to the Baxter Golden Arrow Studio during youth month. THE FALL is a candid collaborative piece of workshop theatre based on the experiences of seven UCT graduates during the #RhodesMustFall and subsequent student movements.
College of Magic Adds Third Show for IMAGINE
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2017
In a feat more magical than pulling a rabbit out of a top hat, the College of Magic's must-see winter extravaganza, the Imagine! Family Magic Spectacular's first two shows have sold out in record time. Now, due to overwhelming popular demand, a third amazing performance will be staged at the Artscape Theatre in Cape Town on Saturday 3 June, 2017 at 5pm!
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2017
In a feat more magical than pulling a rabbit out of a top hat, the College of Magic's must-see winter extravaganza, the Imagine! Family Magic Spectacular's first two shows have sold out in record time. Now, due to overwhelming popular demand, a third amazing performance will be staged at the Artscape Theatre in Cape Town on Saturday 3 June, 2017 at 5pm!
Long Form Improv Comedy Performed by The Long Shots at Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017
Improv Comedy will be back on the Alexander Upstairs stage when The Long Shots perform at Cape Town's favourite intimate theatre venue later this month. Andre Ballot, Pags Bantwana, Justine Buekes, Rob Coutts, Eva Gilliam, Tamith Hattingh, Steve Larter and Mark Penwill will create improvised scenes and stories inspired by audience suggestions.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017
Improv Comedy will be back on the Alexander Upstairs stage when The Long Shots perform at Cape Town's favourite intimate theatre venue later this month. Andre Ballot, Pags Bantwana, Justine Buekes, Rob Coutts, Eva Gilliam, Tamith Hattingh, Steve Larter and Mark Penwill will create improvised scenes and stories inspired by audience suggestions.
Celebrate Africa Day 2017 at the Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017
Four women with diverse cultural backgrounds will collaborate with their expertise in the art disciplines of poetry, music and dance to celebrate Africa Day at the Alexander Upstairs Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017
Four women with diverse cultural backgrounds will collaborate with their expertise in the art disciplines of poetry, music and dance to celebrate Africa Day at the Alexander Upstairs Theatre.
Song, Dance and Comedy to Collide in JULIA AND CARL AT CARNEGIE HALL at Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017
JULIA AND CARL AT CARNEGIE HALL is a pastiche of 1960s television variety specials, particularly those performed live in supersized concert halls by Julie Andrews and Carol Burnett.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017
JULIA AND CARL AT CARNEGIE HALL is a pastiche of 1960s television variety specials, particularly those performed live in supersized concert halls by Julie Andrews and Carol Burnett.
Harold Pinter's THE LOVER Comes to Alexander Upstairs
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017
Harold Pinter's drama, THE LOVER, will come to the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre in a production directed by Melodie Abad and performed by Sjaka S Septembir and Caroline Midgley.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017
Harold Pinter's drama, THE LOVER, will come to the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre in a production directed by Melodie Abad and performed by Sjaka S Septembir and Caroline Midgley.
Francois van Coke to Headline ROCK IN MY TAAL Concert at Carnival City's Big Top Arena
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2017
ROCK IN MY TAAL promises to be the Afrikaans rock event of the year when it plays Carnival City's Big Top Arena next Saturday. Francois van Coke and his band, Die Gevaar, will share the stage with Die Heuwels Fantasties, Saarkie, National Incident and The Sweet Resistance at the concert.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2017
ROCK IN MY TAAL promises to be the Afrikaans rock event of the year when it plays Carnival City's Big Top Arena next Saturday. Francois van Coke and his band, Die Gevaar, will share the stage with Die Heuwels Fantasties, Saarkie, National Incident and The Sweet Resistance at the concert.
Overwhelming Demand Sees Soul-stirring HEMELRUIM at The Fugard Theatre Extended
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2017
The run of the award-winning and critically acclaimed HEMELRUIM at The Fugard Theatre has been extended due to overwhelming demand. HEMELRUIM is the translation of Nick Payne's runaway Broadway and West End hit CONSTELLATIONS.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2017
The run of the award-winning and critically acclaimed HEMELRUIM at The Fugard Theatre has been extended due to overwhelming demand. HEMELRUIM is the translation of Nick Payne's runaway Broadway and West End hit CONSTELLATIONS.
Dance for All Brings UNKNOWN CHALLENGES to The Masque Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2017
The Dance for All InSPIRAtions Youth Company will perform UNKNOWN CHALLENGES at the Masque Theatre for one night only this May. The production aims to impact the youth and younger generation with which Dance for All works, inspiring them to follow their dreams and aspirations.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2017
The Dance for All InSPIRAtions Youth Company will perform UNKNOWN CHALLENGES at the Masque Theatre for one night only this May. The production aims to impact the youth and younger generation with which Dance for All works, inspiring them to follow their dreams and aspirations.
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