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Review: ORPHEUS IN THE UNDERWORLD at Artscape Opera House

Review: ORPHEUS IN THE UNDERWORLD at Artscape Opera House

by Kim R2 · June 14, 2026

A hilarious, gorgeous 1920s reimagining of the Greek myth. Veronica Paeper's classic choreography meets dazzling sets, varied costumes and standout performances from the principals and the ensemble. Showing until 21 June, tickets from R225.…

Review: ORPHEUS IN THE UNDERWORLD at Artscape

Review: ORPHEUS IN THE UNDERWORLD at Artscape

by Judith Herbig · June 13, 2026

A visually stunning production with exquisite costumes, inventive sets and a wonderfully humorous 1920s twist on the classic myth. The principal dancers' superb technique and thrilling virtuoso performances had the audience gasping, applauding and thoroughly entertained throughout.…

Review: KILLER QUEEN at Theatre On The Bay

Review: KILLER QUEEN at Theatre On The Bay

by Judith Herbig · June 9, 2026

Killer Queen is a vibrant, high-energy celebration of Queen's music, brought to life by LAMTA's exceptionally talented dancers and singers. With exciting choreography, stunning visuals, colourful costumes and infectious enthusiasm, the production is both nostalgic and thrilling.…

Review: CONSTELLATIONS at Baxter Theatre Studio

Review: CONSTELLATIONS at Baxter Theatre Studio

by Kim R2 · June 7, 2026

A riveting production of Nick Payne's Constellations at the Baxter Theatre Studio. Director Jay Pather and performers Mwenya Kabwe and Mark Elderkin deliver a technically precise, emotionally devastating exploration of love across infinite possibilities.…

Review: COMMISSION CONTINUA at Masambe At The Baxter

Review: COMMISSION CONTINUA at Masambe At The Baxter

by Judith Herbig · June 2, 2026

Commission Continua is a thought-provoking and emotionally powerful production that uses striking theatrical imagery to question whether South Africa's many commissions of inquiry have achieved meaningful justice or simply generated more paperwork. Anchored by an extraordinary central performance, i…

Review: THE KILLING OF A UNION LEADER at Artscape Arena

Review: THE KILLING OF A UNION LEADER at Artscape Arena

by Kim R2 · May 15, 2026

The play runs 80 minutes, a comfortable length of time in which to confront distinctly uncomfortable themes that are uncomfortable because they are universal. This show deserves to be seen and, perhaps more importantly, heard.…

Past Shows

Flutes Without Borders

Jun 12

Flutes Without Borders is a lunchtime concert featuring three South African flautists — Prof. Cobus du Toit, Renee Nieuhoff, and Khanyisile Mthetwa — performing at...

Saxophone Concert with Phil Holder

Jun 5

Theatre on the Square presents a saxophone concert featuring well-known saxophonist Phil Holder, accompanied by Jonathan Birin and other musicians. The concert is part of...

Perfect Blendship

May 22

Perfect Blendship is a lunchtime concert at Theatre on the Square featuring baritone Douwe Bijkersma and mezzo soprano Lanie Coetzer, fresh from their success at...

The Charm of Vienna

May 15

The Charm of Vienna is a classical music concert presented as part of Theatre on the Square's Friday lunchtime series, featuring renowned musicians from the...

Dr Thokazani Mhlambi in Concert

May 8

Dr Thokazani Mhlambi in Concert is a lunchtime performance at Theatre on the Square featuring cellist Dr Thokazani Mhlambi, who plays cello, sings, and performs...

Sunset Serenade Quintet

May 1

The Sunset Serenade Quintet performs at Theatre on the Square, presenting works by Handel, Dvorak, Ravel, Newman, Jenkins, and the Beatles. The quintet features Peta...

A Little Lunch Music

Apr 24

A Little Lunch Music is a Mozart concert presented at Theatre on the Square as part of Daphne Kuhn's 2026 Autumn classical music programme. Performing...

GREASE

GREASE

Aug 31 – Sep 3, 2022

SAFATA by arrangement with DALRO (Pty) Ltd. presents GREASEBook, Music, and Lyrics by JIM JACOBS and WARREN CASEYWith cheeky characters, pink jackets, leather pants, and...

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Audition Workshop in South Africa Audition Workshop
Pinelands Players (7/25-7/25)
HIGHLIGHTS in South Africa HIGHLIGHTS
Homecoming Centre (8/26-8/29)
The Curious Case of Katherine Sinclair in South Africa The Curious Case of Katherine Sinclair
Star Theatre, Homecoming Centre (7/01-7/05)
MAMMA MIA! The Musical! in South Africa MAMMA MIA! The Musical!
Teatro at Montecasino (10/16-11/22)
Swan Lake in South Africa Swan Lake
Teatro at Montecasino (8/07-8/21)
MAMMA MIA! in South Africa MAMMA MIA!
Artscape Theatre (9/03-10/11)
HIGHLIGHTS in South Africa HIGHLIGHTS
UJ Arts & Culture (8/20-8/23)
Stand up Comedy in broken English  Victor Patrascan in Cape Town in South Africa Stand up Comedy in broken English Victor Patrascan in Cape Town
Waves Theatre Cafe 44 Long Street Cape Town: Waves Pub @ 62 Hout Street Cape Town (7/17-7/17)
Enrico Brignano - Bello di Mamma 2026 in South Africa Enrico Brignano - Bello di Mamma 2026
Mapo Club (9/01-9/01)
NDLOVU YOUTH CHOIR in South Africa NDLOVU YOUTH CHOIR
Teatro at Montecasino (7/29-8/02)