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Review: VASLAV at Milnerton Playhouse


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...

Review: SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at Wave Theatre


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....

Review: HATCHED ENSEMBLE at Baxter Theatre


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....

Review: YOU SHOULD GO IN at Masambe At The Baxter


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....

Review: SPANISH STEPS AND MEETING MURPHY at Masque Theatre


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....

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Theatre On The Bay


by Judith Herbig - April 14, 2026

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

Review: STUPID FUCKING BIRD at Baxter Studio


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....

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...

Past Shows

Kinky Boots
Kinky Boots
Jun 11 – Feb 2, 2020

Inspired by true events, Kinky Boots was first brought to life on the big screen in 2005 before being transformed into a hit musical, winning...

MOEDERTAAL
MOEDERTAAL
Nov 14 – Dec 2, 2017

Written and directed by Nico Scheepers, MOEDERTAAL is the next instalment in Sandra Prinsloo's trifecta of one-woman plays that began so beautifully with DIE NAAIMASJIEN...

SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE
SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE
Oct 7 – Nov 19, 2017

An all South African production of the West End smash hit comedy SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE comes to the Fugard Theatre in 2017 with the best...

DIE REUK VAN APPELS
DIE REUK VAN APPELS
Oct 17 – Nov 11, 2017

DIE REUK VAN APPELS, based on the acclaimed 1993 debut novel of South African author Mark Behr, is the coming-of-age story of Marnus Erasmus, the...

KING KONG
KING KONG
Jul 25 – Sep 2, 2017

Eric Abraham and The Fugard Theatre present KING KONG, which tells the story of heavyweight fifties boxing champion Ezekiel Dlamini whose self-appointed ring name was...

CLOWNS WITHOUT BORDERS SOUTH AFRICA COMEDY BENEFIT SHOWCASE
CLOWNS WITHOUT BORDERS SOUTH AFRICA COMEDY BENEFIT SHOWCASE
Aug 21

Clowns Without Borders South Africa is celebrating their tenth anniversary with a once-off Comedy Benefit Showcase at the iconic Fugard Studio Theatre. Featuring the comic...

THE MOTHER
THE MOTHER
Feb 7 – Mar 4, 2017

Anna-Mart van der Merwe will star in the South African premiere of Florian Zeller's companion piece THE MOTHER, directed by Janice Honeyman for the Fugard...

THE GOLDEN AGE
THE GOLDEN AGE
Feb 26

Screened as part of the 2017 Fugard Bioscope World Arts Cinema Season, from the Bolshoi Ballet. In a seaside town where business and mafia are...

KING LEAR
KING LEAR
Feb 12

Screened as part of the 2017 Fugard Bioscope World Arts Cinema Season, from the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC). King Lear has ruled for many years....

CYMBELINE
CYMBELINE
Feb 5

Screened as part of the 2017 Fugard Bioscope World Arts Cinema Season, from the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC). Cymbeline is a ruler of a divided...

BAD JEWS
BAD JEWS
Dec 13 – Jan 14, 2017

After the death of their grandfather, Poppy, a family heirloom propels cousins Daphna and Liam into a domestic battle of honour, faith and heritage. The...

A VOICE I CANNOT SILENCE
A VOICE I CANNOT SILENCE
Jun 7 – Jul 2, 2016

A VOICE I CANNOT SILENCE is written by Greg Homann and Ralph Lawson. It is a moving and empathetic personal examination of life as portrayed...

BENCH
BENCH
Aug 28 – Aug 31, 2013

BENCH, a hilarious comedy-drama, tells the story of two colorful and clumsy thieves, Hendry and Dwain played by Adrian Collins and Brent Palmer, who also...

50 SHADES OF BAMBI
50 SHADES OF BAMBI
Aug 6 – Aug 24, 2013

Bambi Kellermann is Evita Bezuidenhout’s younger sister. She is the chalk to Tannie’s cheese. Stripper, sex worker and grande horizontal who graduated from the University...

NIK RABINOWITZ
NIK RABINOWITZ
Jun 4 – Jun 8, 2013

Nik Rabinowitz is back with an all-new show that takes the Pistorius out of everything (from the donkey in your burger to the crocodiles of...

SANTA'S STORY
SANTA'S STORY
May 15 – May 26, 2013

SANTA'S STORY returns to the Fugard Studio following a successful run at the Old Mutual Theatre on the Square in Johannesburg. Santa's Story is a...

CHAMP
CHAMP
Apr 5 – May 4, 2013

Presented by Artscape and the Fugard Theatre, and directed by Greg Karvellas, Louis Viljoen's wicked new play CHAMP will be re-staged at the Fugard Studio...

MASTER HAROLD... AND THE BOYS
"MASTER HAROLD"... AND THE BOYS
Mar 4 – Mar 30, 2013

Produced by Eric Abraham and the Fugard Theatre, Athol Fugard’s masterpiece "MASTER HAROLD"... AND THE BOYS will open in the Fugard Studio Theatre on the...

KAT AND THE KINGS
KAT AND THE KINGS
Nov 24 – Mar 9, 2013

The Fugard Theatre's production of David Kramer and Taliep Petersen`s Award-Winning West End and Broadway Smash Hit Musical KAT AND THE KINGS is back for...

DIE LAASTE KARRETJIEGRAF
DIE LAASTE KARRETJIEGRAF
Jan 25 – Feb 23, 2013

DIE LAASTE KARRETJIEGRAF is a story about the Karretjie People and a tribute to the heritage of the direct descendants of South Africa’s first inhabitants....

Videos


Enrico Brignano - Bello di Mamma 2026 in South Africa Enrico Brignano - Bello di Mamma 2026
Mapo Club (9/01-9/01)
Max Angioni - ANCHE MENO – ROUND FINALE in South Africa Max Angioni - ANCHE MENO – ROUND FINALE
Piazza Europa (7/22-7/22)
MAMMA MIA! in South Africa MAMMA MIA!
Artscape Opera House (9/03-10/11)
MAMMA MIA! The Musical! in South Africa MAMMA MIA! The Musical!
Teatro at Montecasino (10/16-11/22)
MAMMA MIA! The Musical! in South Africa MAMMA MIA! The Musical!
Artscape Opera House (9/03-10/11)
Swan Lake in South Africa Swan Lake
Teatro at Montecasino (8/07-8/21)
VASLAV in South Africa VASLAV
Milnerton Playhouse Theatre (5/08-5/24)
PRETTY WOMAN: The Musical  in South Africa PRETTY WOMAN: The Musical
Teatro at Montecasino (4/24-5/31)
MAMMA MIA! in South Africa MAMMA MIA!
Teatro at Montecasino (10/16-11/22)
Enrico Brignano - Bello di Mamma 2026 in South Africa Enrico Brignano - Bello di Mamma 2026
Piazza del Duomo di Pistoia (7/06-7/06)