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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In CAPE JAZZ IS LEKKE!, Jonathan Rubain pays homage to the city's rich jazz history in what is undoubtedly Rubain's biggest production yet, perfect for music lovers this summer. He is joined on stage by local legends Hilton Schilder, Allou April, Kyle Shepard and Dave Ledbetter...
FROM KOE'SIESTES TO KNEIDLACH is a sort-of boy-meets-girl love story with a twist, a heart-warming and funny tale that reveals first-hand what it is like to be a goy, a Yiddish word used by some Jews to describe a non-Jew - and a coloured one at that - in the new South Africa...
DE-APART-HATE is a layered piece that reflects complexities of current issues in our world. Nyamza's work is not overtly about apartheid, and neither is about race. It is about oppressive, prejudiced and intolerant forces that exist in the society. It is about unsteadiness...
Amee Lekas’s DIE DANS VAN DIE WATERMEID tells a heartbreaking story set against the backdrop of the picturesque Willowmore in the arid Klein Karoo of Lekas's childhood. It offers a unique look at the people from the region in a powerful script that audiences recognised for its...
Disability doesn’t have to be mental, physical or emotional. It surely can be socio-economical. ROCK TO THE CORE aims to shock, shake and shove all there is to the status quo of arts in South Africa. Just like rock music changed the culture of the world, and indeed shocked the...
The annual Baxter Dance Festival is back for the thirteenth time, ready to wow audiences with over 64 new pieces by 73 choreographers over a period of eight days. Headlining this year's festival is the commissioned work by choreographer, dancer and teacher Themba Mbuli. This...
THE FALL is a vital and frank collaborative piece of workshop theatre devised by the original cast. When the statue of Cecil John Rhodes was dismantled at the University of Cape Town, seven Drama postgraduates wrote this searing, insightful play about race, class, gender...
Frans Swart directs Suzanne van Wijk's stage adaptation of Dalene Matthee's classic South African novel. God forgives many things, but God never forgives us the wrong we do to a child. FIELA SE KIND is the story of a white foundling, Benjamin, who is raised by a woman of colour...
From the creative team that brought you PAY BACK THE CURRY, comes another satirical, multi-sketch sequel about life in contemporary South Africa, STATE FRACTURE. Written by Mike van Graan, whose work on PAY BACK THE CURRY earned him a Naledi Theatre Awards nomination for Best...
Virtuoso guitarist, producer and director Jonathan Rubain is back for the third time with his sold-out hit show, I'M IN LOVE WITH A GUITARIST, at the Baxter Concert Hall for three performances only. Rubain, who is a gospel artist with a rich knowledge of jazz, will perform some...
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MAMMA MIA! The Musical! Teatro at Montecasino (10/16-11/22) |
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MAMMA MIA! The Musical! Artscape (9/03-10/11) |
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MAMMA MIA! Teatro at Montecasino (10/16-11/22) |
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MAMMA MIA! Artscape (9/03-10/11) |
