Lindokuhle Melaphi's award-winning solo show is a story of waiting for a father's approval. The script needs development, but Melaphi is a commanding, wonderful performer, supported by simple, effective sound and lighting.…
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.…
22 total · showing 11–20
ShrinkRay Puppets and the Masque Theatre will kick off the new year with BUNNY AND THE MAGIC HAT, a puppet show for kids of all ages. In a backstage dressing room after a successful show, the magician lays down his black top-hat, hangs up his lustrous cloak and exits his...
A feast of Celtic song will hit South African stages when Christine Weir and The Masque Theatre present CHRISTINE AND THE KILTS, bringing 2017 to a close at the popular community theatre venue in Muizenberg. Featuring everything from Irish jigs, Scottish reels, and traditional...
Based on the 1980s film, FAME - THE MUSICAL is a vibrant, exciting, dynamic and soul-searching show that has entertained millions of people worldwide. Guaranteed to leave audiences with nothing but happy memories, the show is a must-see for both Capetonians and visitors to the...
The Masque Theatre will host Jungle Theatre's THE MAGIC SHELL, a folktale about how stories began at its popular Muizenberg community theatre venue this December. Based on an African folktale and set in ancient times on the Wild Coast, THE MAGIC SHELL starts at a time before...
International recording artist, saxophonist Andrew Young, performs some of the best known classic songs of all time from his new album, DIAMONDS. His soulful rendition of "Cavatina" promises to elicit a wave of emotion from even the most stoic of listeners, and one simply has to...
THE BIRDCAGE, the movie that brought a political scandal into a Miami drag club to create a raucously hilarious comedy about an unorthodox family, is being brought to life at the Masque Theatre in Muizenberg. Armand and Albert have built the perfect life for themselves tending...
THE UNEXPECTED GUEST is a classic Agatha Christie murder mystery. Late one night, stumbling through the fog, Michael Starkwedder happens across a house and enters through a window leading into the study. Here he finds the dead body of a man and the corpse’s stunned wife...
Billed as "a magnificent magic show for all ages," ANDRE THE HILARIOUS HYPNOTIST is back at the Masque Theatre by popular demand. Andre's career blossomed after stepping onstage at the age of 26 for a two-week show run, which was so popular that it became a six-week sold-out...
CINEMATIC MOTION - Join us for a night at the movies! The Waterfront Theatre College annual dance show will feature inspiration pulled from Hollywood Motion Pictures that will definitely leave you wanting more. Come and join us on an exciting journey through some of your...
Brimming with wit, Tom Stoppard’s absurdist tragicomedy ROSENKRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD is an unforgettable theatrical experience. The action follows the musings and misadventures of two minor characters in Hamlet, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern (played by Matthew Roy and...
