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Artscape

Cape Town 8001

Artscape is a theatre in Cape Town.

Upcoming Shows

Roméo et Juliette

Nov 18 – Nov 29, 2026

Cape Town Opera presents Charles Gounod's operatic adaptation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, directed by Marcus Desando and conducted by Kamal Khan with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra. The production stars Brittany Smith as Juliette and Lukhanyo Moyake as Roméo...

Oliver! the Musical

Dec 10 – Dec 31, 2026

Cameron Mackintosh's Oliver!, directed by Steven Stead, is based on Charles Dickens' novel Oliver Twist and features a score by Lionel Bart. The production follows Oliver, a young orphan who escapes a workhouse and becomes entangled with characters including Fagin, Nancy, and...

Articles

Review: THE LEGACY OF DANCE GALA at Artscape

Review: THE LEGACY OF DANCE GALA at Artscape

by Michelle B Lewis · October 31, 2026

A Celebration of Talent and Diversity presented by SANDT. It is wonderful to see this kind of collaboration and I would love to see more productions that bring together local and international talent in this way. …

Review: ISLAND ECHOES at Milnerton Playhouse

Review: ISLAND ECHOES at Milnerton Playhouse

by Judith Herbig · October 30, 2026

A vibrant, energetic evening of excellent live music, captivating visuals and skilful movement that created a wonderful island atmosphere. The audience clearly loved it, and I left with a smile, a spring in my step and the feeling of having enjoyed a real feel-good night out.…

Review: DON GIOVANNI at Baxter Theatre

Review: DON GIOVANNI at Baxter Theatre

by Judith Herbig · October 23, 2026

A visually striking production with outstanding singers, beautiful costumes and an audience clearly swept up in the music and drama. While Don Giovanni’s treatment of women is deeply detestable, the story remains disturbingly relevant — and his ultimate punishment satisfying.…

Review: GOD OF CARNAGE at The Masque Theatre

Review: GOD OF CARNAGE at The Masque Theatre

by Judith Herbig · October 16, 2026

Thought-provoking and thoroughly entertaining, with excellent ensemble acting and sharp satire. The gradual descent from polite discussion into spectacular chaos is handled brilliantly.…

Review: UNTIL I ARRIVE at Baxter Theatre Studio

Review: UNTIL I ARRIVE at Baxter Theatre Studio

by Kim R2 · October 2, 2026

Lindokuhle Melaphi's award-winning solo show is a story of waiting for a father's approval. The script needs development, but Melaphi is a commanding, wonderful performer, supported by simple, effective sound and lighting.…

Review: THE FIFTH STEP is hilarious, sharp and hits you in the gut

Review: THE FIFTH STEP is hilarious, sharp and hits you in the gut

by Faeron Wheeler · September 12, 2026

THE FIFTH STEP is one of those plays that makes you laugh before hitting you with real emotion. The writing and the characters created by David Ireland are superb. And the Baxter team that brought them to life have more than risen to the occasion.…

Past Shows

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Dracula

Oct 28

David Nixon CBE's riveting ballet noir Dracula returns for a limited six-performance season timed for Halloween. The production previously sold out at Artscape earlier this year. Qi Huan, former principal dancer with the Royal New Zealand Ballet, is coaching Cape Town City...

MAMMA MIA!

MAMMA MIA!

Sep 3 – Oct 11, 2026

Following a sensational sell-out season in 2024, MAMMA MIA! is back by overwhelming demand, bringing with it the iconic ABBA soundtrack, dazzling performances and the feel-good energy that has made MAMMA MIA! a worldwide phenomenon. Leading the new stellar cast is acclaimed...

13th South African International Ballet Competition

Aug 4 – Aug 6, 2026

One hundred and fifteen promising young ballet dancers from South Africa and abroad gather in Cape Town to compete across Scholar, Junior, and Senior divisions in Classical Ballet, Contemporary, Choreographic, and Ensemble categories. Participants include 2025 gold medalist...

Simphiwe Dana: The Symphonic Experience

Simphiwe Dana: The Symphonic Experience

Jul 29

One of South Africa’s most celebrated musical voices, Simphiwe Dana, joins the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra for a spectacular one-night-only concert at the Artscape Opera House on Wednesday, 29 July 2026. Simphiwe Dana: The Symphonic Experience will reimagine some of the...

Something Rotten!

Jul 10 – Jul 18, 2026

Waterfront Theatre School presents the South African premiere of the Tony Award-nominated musical comedy Something Rotten!, written by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O'Farrell with music and lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick. The show follows Nick Bottom's relentless...

Orpheus in the Underworld

Jun 12 – Jun 21, 2026

Cape Town City Ballet presents Orpheus in the Underworld, a comedic ballet choreographed by Veronica Paeper and set in the stylish 1920s, featuring sets and costumes by Peter Cazalet with audio visual effects by Kirsti Cumming. Inspired by Jacques Offenbach's comic operetta, the...

Centre Stage

Jun 16

Centre Stage was a fundraising event organised by Sannette van der Mescht in aid of Cape Town City Ballet, South Africa's premier ballet company founded in 1934. The event featured 365 dancers-in-training and full-time students aged 5 to 25 in 20 choreographed works spanning...

Carmen

May 19 – May 31, 2026

Cape Town Opera presents a new production of Georges Bizet's Carmen at the Artscape Opera House, running from 19 to 31 May 2026. Directed by Steven Stead and set in 1931/32 Seville, the production features CTO House Soloist Nonhlanhla Yende in the title role, with tenor Lukhanyo...

THE KILLING OF A UNION LEADER

May 12 – May 30, 2026

Louis Viljoen's latest political thriller at Artscape delves into the dark underbelly of ambition, intrigue, and murder against a backdrop of a city in turmoil. As a union strike escalates, a powerful industrial leader, Burke, played by John Maytham, joins forces with his...

PRETTY WOMAN: The Musical

PRETTY WOMAN: The Musical

Mar 18 – Apr 19, 2026

South Africa, get ready to fall in love! For the very first time, Pretty Woman: The Musical takes the stage in South Africa! Based on the beloved 1990 film starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere, this dazzling stage production is filled with warmth, humour, romance, and...

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