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Review: PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL is Toe-Tapping, Romcom Fun at The Artscape


by Faeron Wheeler - March 31, 2026

If you love a romcom, it doesn't get much better than PRETTY WOMAN. And if you love musicals and romcoms, it really doesn't get much better than PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL. It's toe-tapping fun and holds true to the joy of the movie....

Review: Cape Town City Ballet's DRACULA is Sublime at the Artscape


by Faeron Wheeler - March 17, 2026

David Nixon's unearthly choreography, the commitment and talent of the performers and the stunning soundtrack and lighting all come together to make this must-see theatre for anyone who loves dance....

Review: ZABALAZA THEATRE FESTIVAL AT THE BAXTER at The Baxter Theatre


by Judith Herbig - March 13, 2026

The preview of sixteen productions at the Baxter Zabalaza Theatre Festival revealed an impressive depth of talent, creativity and passion from emerging theatre-makers. Each extract reflected powerful community stories and real-life struggles, performed with honesty and commitment. The festival clear...

Review: KEY CHANGE at Theatre On The Bay


by Judith Herbig - March 11, 2026

Warm, relaxed and full of nostalgia, Key Change showcases Jonathan Roxmouth at his most engaging. With humour, stylish staging and timeless piano classics, the show creates a joyful atmosphere that has the whole audience smiling. A thoroughly enjoyable evening of music and memories....

Review: AN ILIAD at Baxter Flipside


by Judith Herbig - February 28, 2026

A powerful, intense solo performance by Alan Committie that drags The Iliad out of history and into the present. Raging emotion, stark visuals, a gripping soundscape and visceral physicality combine to expose the brutal, repetitive nature of war and humanity’s destructive ego....

Review: THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) at The Masque Theatre


by Judith Herbig - February 26, 2026

A lively, fast-paced and very funny romp through Shakespeare. Three equally talented performers, slick backstage work and simple staging keep the focus on the action. Affectionate, farcical and thoroughly entertaining....

Review: THE NUTCRACKER at Artscape


by Judith Herbig - February 25, 2026

Sumptuous design, assured dancing and clear storytelling combine to create a Nutcracker that is both elegant and utterly engrossing....

Review: AND THE GIRLS IN THEIR SUNDAY DRESSES is full of heart at the Baxter


by Faeron Wheeler - February 23, 2026

Watching AND THE GIRLS IN THEIR SUNDAY DRESSES at the Baxter, I was reminded in many ways of WAITING FOR GODOT. However, this production - written by the incredible Zakes Mda - is so much more, in my opinion....

Review: PUPPET POWER at Theatre On The Bay


by Judith Herbig - February 10, 2026

A sharp, silly and fearless comedy ride where smart political satire meets mischievous puppets and riotous audience interaction....

Review: THE NIGHT OF JANUARY 16TH at Milnerton Playhouse


by Judith Herbig - February 05, 2026

A gripping courtroom drama. Strong, well-rehearsed direction, a functional and clever set. Standout performances from Tumelo Mogashoa, Gillian Vosloo and Kendra Maduray....

Past Shows

CHAMBER MUSIC
Oct 22

The Footlight Club...

UCT SYMPHONY CONCERT
Oct 15

Hoole – Overture Brahms – Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45...

THE OLIVE LIEBERZ-THERON PRIZE FOR OUTSTANDING PIANISM
Oct 8

A competition in honour of the late Olive Lieberz-Theron. This competition is open to all piano performance students at the SACM who are intending to...

SCHOCK FOUNDATION PRIZE FOR CHAMBER MUSIC
Sep 17

The sixth edition of this annual competition for ensemble playing, sponsored by the Schock Foundation. This final round will feature ensembles selected from the chamber...

CHOREOGRAPHIC STUDIES
Aug 28

New works choreographed by third and fourth-year students of the UCT School of Dance offer a unique window onto the creative perspectives of emerging young...

PIANO EXCHANGE CONCERT
Aug 27

Following the last eleven years' successes, the piano sections of UCT and Stellenbosch University will present an evening of piano transcriptions....

UCT SYMPHONIC WIND ENSEMBLE
Aug 6

Programme includes Concerto for Flute and Wind Orchestra by Mike Mower....

WATTMORE IS THERE
Jul 16

New instrumental music composed by Martin Watt and Adrian More....

THE JIVE CAPE TOWN FUNNY FESTIVAL
Jun 10 – Jul 7, 2013

South Africa's top comedy festival returns, using South Africa's top comics together with speciality acts from the UK, Canada and Armenia....

FROM THE BARRE
May 22

The ballet tradition of extending classwork exercises into full blown concert works such as Antony Tudor's Etudes is echoed in this lecture demonstration. The interconnection...

Opera Kaleidoscope
May 3 – May 4, 2013

A programme of complete acts from four of Verdi's operatic works to commemorate his 200th birthday. Kamal Khan, Director of the UCT Opera School, will...

UCT STRING ENSEMBLE BAROQUE GEMS
Apr 16

J. S. Bach – Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 H. F. Biber – Battalia a 10 A. Corelli – Concerto grosso, Op. 6 No. 3...

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