PEOPLES THEATRE

by Judith Herbig - May 12, 2026

Rise ’76: The Story of June 16th is a brilliantly crafted and deeply moving production that combines powerful performances, expressive movement and haunting visual design to bring the pain and humanity of the 1976 uprising vividly to life. The production left me emotionally shaken and horrified by...

by Judith Herbig - May 08, 2026

Vaslav is a haunting and brilliantly crafted production that captures both the genius and torment of Vaslav Nijinsky with extraordinary emotional power. Godfrey Johnson delivers a spellbinding performance, combining remarkable physical transformation and piano virtuosity into a truly unforgettable p...

by Kim R2 - May 03, 2026

The choreography around the simple set and the physical theatre elements worked well to support the solid vocal performances. Do not miss this wave: catch Songs For a New World at the Wave, on until 10 May....

by Judith Herbig - April 29, 2026

A powerful visual journey from constraint to liberation, as tightly controlled movement in stark white builds into frenetic intensity. The shift into red and African rhythms brings a joyful release that the audience fully shares....

by Judith Herbig - April 15, 2026

At the Masambe Theatre at the Baxter Theatre Centre, YOU SHOULD GO IN delivers a moving and deeply human story about the lasting impact of abandonment and the complicated nature of forgiveness....

by Kim R2 - April 15, 2026

As a double bill, these two stories are entertaining and thought-provoking theatre. The writing is strong and the characters competently and sympathetically acted, all held together by seamless production elements....

by Judith Herbig - April 14, 2026

A bold, fresh and fabulously fun revival—well worth stepping out of your comfort zone for....

by Judith Herbig - April 11, 2026

A deeply moving and relatable production that blends raw emotion with sharp humour. Strong performances, especially from Nirel Sithole and Tamzin Daniels, combined with Maria Weisby’s dynamic direction, make this contemporary Anton Chekhov adaptation both immediate and unforgettable....

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....

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....