The Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa (SSFSA) returns for its 16th season, bringing youth-driven productions of Shakespeare to Joburg Theatre from 8 to 13 September 2026. Students, many performing on a professional stage for the first time, transform full-length...
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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.…
Andrew Buckland delivers a mesmerising solo performance, using only his body, voice and a chair to create an entire world of unforgettable characters. Funny, surreal and deeply thought-provoking, it is a masterclass in the enduring power of pure theatre.…
South African comedian Dalin Oliver found himself in an unexpectedly extraordinary situation during a routine layover in Dubai as missiles began to fall. With explosions going off overhead, Oliver's reaction was truly South African: first, he panicked – then he found a way to laugh about it. Now h…
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A dazzling celebration of classical ballet and contemporary dance featuring highlights from the repertoire.
Musical theatre star CARLY GRAEME has been cast as PEARL. Carly achieved personal triumph with her starring role in Joburg Theatre’s World Cup 2010 production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Ben Elton’s musical The Boys In The Photograph and is currently featured in the Joburg...
Tony Cox’s International Guitar Night presents two of the world’s greatest contemporary acoustic guitarists, Jon Gomm from the UK and Preston Reed from the USA. Both are simply astounding guitarists and will leave you breathless at their staggering fretboard wizardry. Local...
Showtime Australia is proud to present THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL – the ultimate tribute to the amazing Whitney Houston. Showtime has been auditioning around the world and after 12 countries and 15,000 + auditions; the lead role for the show is now South African born Belinda...
"Professional Black" promises to be award winning comedian Loyiso Gola`s bravest show yet. Dubbed the "King of Satire" due to his thought provoking and groundbreaking tv show Late Nite News, Gola will be holding back no punches or punchlines in this offering that is sure to have...
Set against the backdrop of Ireland, England and America in the 19th century and inspired by true events, Essence of Ireland tells a story of love, joy, happiness and heartache endured by Cora McGowan and Sean Dempsey as they are separated by emigration from each other and their...
This Easter Catalina UnLtd, funded by the National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund will bring the nation the brand new gospel opera/musical – THE AFRICAN PASSION. This world premiere brings the ‘Passion of Christ’ to life in a South African Gospel style. The tour begins in...
With a massive arsenal of observational humour, cutting intellect and a guitar, Tats brings a flavour to stand up comedy that is unrivalled. Winner of the Breakthrough Act of the Year at the 2012 South African Comics Choice Awards, Tats Nkonzo has managed to harness and...
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