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Thirty years after the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, this searing one-hander reflects on South Africa's ongoing struggle for justice, accountability and meaningful change. It centers on Bright Maluleke, a records clerk tasked with photocopying and archiving findings of...
An enchanting Afrikaans rom-com musical based on the popular South African film Semi-Soet, following Jaci and JP, two people who pretend to be the perfect couple only to discover love in unexpected places. The production stars Bobby van Jaarsveld and Anel Alexander, with Zöricke...
The Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa (SSFSA) returns for its 16th season, bringing youth-driven Shakespeare productions to The Courtyard Theatre at Durban University of Technology from 21 to 27 September. Learners, many performing on a professional stage for the first...
Hercule Poirot, ostensibly retired to the sleepy village of King's Abbot, must exercise his detective skills to uncover who murdered Roger Ackroyd, the master of Fernly Hall. This brand new stage adaptation of Agatha Christie's best-loved crime novel is packed with thrills...
Cape Town City Ballet collaborates with Norval Foundation to present Velvet Feathers, set against the art, architecture and landscapes of the museum and sculpture garden. The production features exquisite excerpts from Swan Lake alongside David Nixon's Winter Dances, creating an...
A new production featuring stories created by world-renowned author and storyteller Dr. Gcina Mhlophe, including classics like Golden Windows, How the Lion Got His Roar, and Horns Only, alongside popular music. Brought to life through imaginative props, vibrant costumes, and...
Written by Suzie Miller and directed by Neil Coppen, this Tony and Olivier Award winning play stars Danica De La Rey Jones as Tessa, a brilliant young barrister who rises from working class origins to the top of her legal career. After a brutal attack, Tessa finds herself on the...
Performed by Rocksteady, this show blends the folk, storytelling, and psychedelic rock of the 60s as it morphed into the classic rock of the 70s. It features songs from Janis Joplin, Grace Slick, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, Rare Earth, Golden Earring, The Rolling...
Joey Rasdien performs a live stand-up comedy show in Cape Town. Known for his warm stage presence and impeccable comedic timing, Rasdien draws on sharp observations about family, relationships, marriage, parenting, and everyday South African life. His honest, relatable humour...
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...
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Based on the novel by André Carl van der Merwe, this one-man show follows seventeen-year-old Nicholas van der Swart, conscripted into the South African Defence Force in 1979 apartheid South Africa. Facing brute masculinity, racism, and the dread of being labelled a 'moffie', the...
An afternoon of live music celebrating South African talent alongside the great classical traditions. The programme opens with a solo piano recital by Lucas Marques, a classical pianist studying at the University of Cape Town's South African College of Music. The second act...
The Royal Countess Zingara returns to Century City in Cape Town with a brand new production conceptualised by Richard Griffin, Craig Leo and Valentina Leo. Set within a Spiegeltent round, the show draws on old-world glamour and speakeasy style, featuring Mongolian...
South African mentalist Bryan Miles premieres a new stage show exploring the hidden mechanics of human perception. Using childhood objects like Lego, UNO cards, and a Rubik's Cube, he examines unconscious communication, intuition, and suggestion. The performance invites...
The Rocky Horror Show returns to Cape Town following two sell-out seasons in Cape Town and Johannesburg. Presented by Pieter Toerien Productions in association with LAMTA, Steven Stead's production stars Craig Urbani as Dr Frank 'n' Furter, alongside Léa Blerk, Robert Everson...
Opera UCT presents Mozart's Don Giovanni, a fully staged production directed by Talia Stern and conducted by Jeremy Silver and Peggy Wu, with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra. Don Giovanni seduces, deceives and discards women without conscience, and when one of his conquests...
The South African National Dance Trust presents a celebration of dance uniting leading professional companies, emerging artists and internationally acclaimed guest stars. Dutch National Ballet principal dancers Anna Ol and Jan Špunda will perform a neo-classical work by Ernst...
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...
A romantic musical comedy about a blind date that goes wonderfully, awkwardly and hilariously off the rails, following a cautious, relationship-minded guy who meets a fearless serial dater. Set in a bustling New York City restaurant, the show turns a simple dinner for Aaron and...
LAMTA presents Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's musical, directed by Sylvaine Strike. The story weaves together the Brothers Grimm tales of Cinderella, Little Red Hood, Rapunzel, and Jack and the Beanstalk through a childless Baker and his wife who venture into the forest to...
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Judith Sephuma returns to gospel music nine years after the release of My Worship with a live recording performance.
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...
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.…
MAMMA MIA! returns to South Africa with a splash. Directed by Janice Honeyman, this beloved ABBA musical is back and better than ever. It's sure to delight both casual theatregoers and die-hard fans alike.…
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.…
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…
TRANS/VAAL is a richly textured piece of physical theatre. Through dance, movement, and spoken word, Ignatius van Heerden tells the story of a young Afrikaans boy from childhood to adulthood as he comes to terms with his gender and sexual identity.…
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.…
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…
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…
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.…
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.…
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MAMMA MIA! The Musical! Artscape (9/03-10/11) |
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MAMMA MIA! The Musical! Teatro at Montecasino (10/16-11/22) |
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MAMMA MIA! Teatro at Montecasino (10/16-11/22) |
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MAMMA MIA! Artscape (9/03-10/11) |
