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D.F. Malan St, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001
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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...

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...

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...

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.…

Review: ART at Baxter Flipside

Review: ART at Baxter Flipside

by Kim R2 · September 3, 2026

Marthinus Basson's ART turns a blank canvas into a friendship-ending grenade. Van der Walt, Pretorius and Binge are superb. Hilarious, precise, and unexpectedly cutting.…

Review: WGRUV HIGHLIGHTS at Homecoming Centre

Review: WGRUV HIGHLIGHTS at Homecoming Centre

by Judith Herbig · August 29, 2026

The production spoke to me through its beautiful choreography, simplicity and emotional clarity, proving that you don’t need to understand dance technique to connect with its meaning. The standout pieces, playful humour, lyrical movement and powerful percussion made for an exciting and deeply movi…

Review: SCOTT at Masambe At The Baxter

Review: SCOTT at Masambe At The Baxter

by Judith Herbig · August 22, 2026

SCOTT is powerful, moving theatre with an exceptional script by Morapeleng Molekoa and a mesmerising solo performance by Sbuja Dywili, who brings an entire world to life. A deeply emotional story with a strong message about the humanity of those society too often overlooks.…

Review: APPLE AND EVE at Pinelands Players Clubhouse

Review: APPLE AND EVE at Pinelands Players Clubhouse

by Judith Herbig · August 22, 2026

A fast-paced, clever and thoroughly entertaining show, Apple & Eve impressed me with its talented four-person cast, sharp comic timing, excellent singing and remarkable character work. The seamless costume changes and strong pace reflected the quality of the rehearsal, while the playful treatment of…

Review: ONE-ACT PLAY FESTIVAL OF 2026 at The Masque Theatre

Review: ONE-ACT PLAY FESTIVAL OF 2026 at The Masque Theatre

by Judith Herbig · August 21, 2026

An enjoyable evening of contrasting theatre: The Black Bird was atmospheric, unsettling and thought-provoking, while Bottle Service delivered believable characters, warm humour and some genuinely funny moments. Strong performances overall, with a little more projection, pace and cue timing needed. T…

Review: PRIMA FACIE at Baxter

Review: PRIMA FACIE at Baxter

by Faeron Wheeler · August 11, 2026

PRIMA FACIE has been making huge waves on the West End and Broadway, and now it has been brought to life right here. It's a stunningly powerful piece, and I am so glad I got to see it in a South African context and showcasing local talent.…

Review: BRASSE, TOT LAAT TOE at Masambe At The Baxter

Review: BRASSE, TOT LAAT TOE at Masambe At The Baxter

by Judith Herbig · August 8, 2026

A sensitive, beautifully crafted story about friendship, betrayal and confronting the past, brought to life with effective direction and staging. Brasse, Tot Laat Toe is nostalgic, relatable and thought-provoking, with a strong emotional core.…

Past Shows

160 total · showing 141–150

en el Tablao Flamenco

Feb 14 – Feb 23, 2013

This production features the cream of La Rosa Spanish Dance Theatre’s musicians and dancers, who perform new choreographies created especially for this production by prominent Madrid-based Flamenco artist Eliezer Truco Pinillos ‘La Truco’. Tablao, meaning ‘wooden stage’ in...

Starwors – The Final Parody

Feb 20 – Feb 23, 2013

They're back! For one FINAL run in Cape Town – so don't miss it! Fans and newcomers alike, catch the hilarious parody that retells the entire Star Wars saga in under 60 minutes! It's Spaceballs on steroids where the actors play your favourite characters from all six movies –...

February 14th

Feb 5 – Feb 16, 2013

A romantic comedy, depicting a series of vignettes of several romances throughout Valentine’s Day; a fresh and unique perspective on what some may think is the world’s biggest greeting card gimmick.

Destination...Lerato

Feb 8 – Feb 10, 2013

Jazzart Dance Theatre trainees reflect the struggle and joys of growing up through dance.

Dirty Dancing

Jan 18 – Feb 10, 2013

Relive the music, rhythm and romance as the 17 year old `Baby` slips into womanhood during an eye-opening vacation at `Kellermans` lodge in the Catskills on a family vacation during the summer of 1963, as she falls in love with `Johnny Castle`, the suave, charismatic working...

Family Symphonic Fun

Jan 13

Come and join the fun of light classical and popular music with the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra.

Coppelia

Jan 4 – Jan 12, 2013

Based on the well- known story by ETA Hoffmann, this is balletic entertainment at its very best. It incorporates romance, intrigue and deception, transporting the viewer to a world of folklore and witchcraft, with a happy ending.

Kingdom of Earth

Dec 15 – Dec 30, 2012

Tennessee Williams’ rarely seen masterpiece makes its South African première at the Artscape Arena after a highly successful debut in the USA at this year’s Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theatre Festival. The production played to standing ovation and was lauded as one of the...

KINGDOM OF EARTH

KINGDOM OF EARTH

Dec 13 – Dec 30, 2012

Williams’ rarely-seen masterpiece makes its South African première at Artscape this December after a highly successful debut in the USA at this years’ Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theatre Festival. The production played to standing ovations and was lauded by Williams’...

The Nutcracker

Dec 13 – Dec 23, 2012

This perennial favourite fairy tale ballet for the festive season brings to life the story of Clara, Fritz and their eccentric uncle Drosselmeyer. The world-wide sensational dance partners Daria Klimentova and Vadim Muntagirov are to perform at two performances. The Cape...

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