Market Theatre
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Johannesburg, South Africa,
Shows at the Market Theatre
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PRIMA FACIE to Transfer to The Market Theatre After Cape Town Run
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
Suzie Miller's Tony and Olivier Award-winning legal drama PRIMA FACIE will move to The Market Theatre in Johannesburg following its acclaimed Cape Town staging by How Now Brown Cow.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
Suzie Miller's Tony and Olivier Award-winning legal drama PRIMA FACIE will move to The Market Theatre in Johannesburg following its acclaimed Cape Town staging by How Now Brown Cow.
Review: PRIMA FACIE at Baxter
by Faeron Wheeler - Aug 11, 2026
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.
by Faeron Wheeler - Aug 11, 2026
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.
PRIMA FACIE to Make South African Premiere at The Baxter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2026
How Now Brown Cow will present the South African premiere of Suzie Miller's Tony and Olivier Award-winning legal drama Prima Facie, directed by Neil Coppen, with Danica De La Rey Jones performing at The Baxter and the Market Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2026
How Now Brown Cow will present the South African premiere of Suzie Miller's Tony and Olivier Award-winning legal drama Prima Facie, directed by Neil Coppen, with Danica De La Rey Jones performing at The Baxter and the Market Theatre.
THE MOTH to Make London Premiere at Finborough Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2026
Paul Herzberg's award-winning play THE MOTH, a psychological thriller exploring race, trauma, and the legacy of Apartheid, will receive its London premiere at the Finborough Theatre following a sell-out Northern tour.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2026
Paul Herzberg's award-winning play THE MOTH, a psychological thriller exploring race, trauma, and the legacy of Apartheid, will receive its London premiere at the Finborough Theatre following a sell-out Northern tour.
NYO JAZZ to Make SFJAZZ Debut With Dee Dee Bridgewater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026
Carnegie Hall's NYO JAZZ, led by trumpeter Kris Johnson, will make its debut at Miner Auditorium at SFJAZZ, with Grammy and Tony Award-winning vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater as special guest, ahead of an Asia tour.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026
Carnegie Hall's NYO JAZZ, led by trumpeter Kris Johnson, will make its debut at Miner Auditorium at SFJAZZ, with Grammy and Tony Award-winning vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater as special guest, ahead of an Asia tour.
SARAFINA! Original Cast to Reunite for Market Theatre's 50th Birthday
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2026
Members of the original Sarafina! cast, including Baby Cele and Dumisani Dlamini, will reunite for a special 56-minute performance at the Market Theatre's 50th birthday celebration — their first time performing together since 1991.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2026
Members of the original Sarafina! cast, including Baby Cele and Dumisani Dlamini, will reunite for a special 56-minute performance at the Market Theatre's 50th birthday celebration — their first time performing together since 1991.
Creative Team Set for World Premiere of LANNY at Bristol Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026
Bristol Old Vic, in association with ETT, has announced the full creative team for the world premiere stage adaptation of Max Porter's novel LANNY, with direction by Nancy Medina and writing by Bea Roberts.
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026
Bristol Old Vic, in association with ETT, has announced the full creative team for the world premiere stage adaptation of Max Porter's novel LANNY, with direction by Nancy Medina and writing by Bea Roberts.
Review: RISE '76: THE STORY OF JUNE 16TH at Baxter Studio
by Judith Herbig - May 12, 2026
Rise ’76: The Story of June 16th is a brilliantly crafted and deeply moving production that combines powerful performances, expressive movement and haunting visual design to bring the pain and humanity of the 1976 uprising vividly to life. The production left me emotionally shaken and horrified by the brutality of Apartheid, while also admiring the extraordinary artistry behind the storytelling.
by Judith Herbig - May 12, 2026
Rise ’76: The Story of June 16th is a brilliantly crafted and deeply moving production that combines powerful performances, expressive movement and haunting visual design to bring the pain and humanity of the 1976 uprising vividly to life. The production left me emotionally shaken and horrified by the brutality of Apartheid, while also admiring the extraordinary artistry behind the storytelling.
THE UGLY NOO NOO Will Come to The Drama Factory in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026
The Drama Factory will present a season of THE UGLY NOO NOO, Andrew Buckland's acclaimed one-man show that won 17 awards and is credited with changing the face of South African theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026
The Drama Factory will present a season of THE UGLY NOO NOO, Andrew Buckland's acclaimed one-man show that won 17 awards and is credited with changing the face of South African theatre.
Table 61 Productions Will Premiere LIKE HOLDING WATER IN YOUR HAND
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
Table 61 Productions announced the full cast for the world premiere of LIKE HOLDING WATER IN YOUR HAND by Agnes Perry-Robinson. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
Table 61 Productions announced the full cast for the world premiere of LIKE HOLDING WATER IN YOUR HAND by Agnes Perry-Robinson. Learn more about the show here!
Qondiswa James' New Play AMAXELEGU to Debut in Cape Town This March
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2026
Qondiswa James' latest play, AMAXELEGU, explores complex bedroom dynamics, premiering in Cape Town at Magnet Theatre and Azande Theatre. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2026
Qondiswa James' latest play, AMAXELEGU, explores complex bedroom dynamics, premiering in Cape Town at Magnet Theatre and Azande Theatre. Learn more about the show here!
Hattiloo Theatre Partners with Renowned Market Theatre To Bring BLUES IN THE NIGHT To Johannesburg
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2026
Hattiloo Theatre will present its first African performance with the musical BLUES IN THE NIGHT at Johannesburg's Market Theatre from February 5-22, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2026
Hattiloo Theatre will present its first African performance with the musical BLUES IN THE NIGHT at Johannesburg's Market Theatre from February 5-22, 2026.
Johannesburg Awakening Minds Debuts Long-Form Improv at Theatre on the Square
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2025
The Assembly Improv South Africa will present a landmark performance featuring Johannesburg Awakening Minds (JAM) at Theatre on the Square, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2025
The Assembly Improv South Africa will present a landmark performance featuring Johannesburg Awakening Minds (JAM) at Theatre on the Square, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton.
Bess Wohl, Jen Silverman and More Named as Finalists for The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed this year's finalists for the prestigious international playwriting award- the largest and oldest award recognising women+ writers for plays of outstanding quality written for the English-speaking theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed this year's finalists for the prestigious international playwriting award- the largest and oldest award recognising women+ writers for plays of outstanding quality written for the English-speaking theatre.
Tony Winner Daniel Radcliffe Will Star in EVERY BRILLIANT THING on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 29, 2025
Daniel Radcliffe is heading back to Broadway in 2026. The Tony winner will star in the Broadway transfer of Duncan Macmillan's Every Brilliant Thing, directed by Jeremy Herrin and Macmillan. Performances will begin on February 21 at the Hudson Theatre, with an opening set for March 12.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 29, 2025
Daniel Radcliffe is heading back to Broadway in 2026. The Tony winner will star in the Broadway transfer of Duncan Macmillan's Every Brilliant Thing, directed by Jeremy Herrin and Macmillan. Performances will begin on February 21 at the Hudson Theatre, with an opening set for March 12.
Carnegie Hall Sets NYO Jazz’s Second Album 'Live in Johannesburg'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2025
Carnegie Hall has announced the June 20, 2025 release of NYO Jazz’s first live album and second full-length album, Live in Johannesburg The album features artistic director and bandleader/trumpeter Sean Jones vocalist Alicia Olatuja, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2025
Carnegie Hall has announced the June 20, 2025 release of NYO Jazz’s first live album and second full-length album, Live in Johannesburg The album features artistic director and bandleader/trumpeter Sean Jones vocalist Alicia Olatuja, and more.
Carnegie Hall to Release New Live Album By NYO Jazz This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2025
Carnegie Hall will present the release of NYO Jazz's first live album and second full-length album, Live in Johannesburg. Learn more about the upcoming album here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2025
Carnegie Hall will present the release of NYO Jazz's first live album and second full-length album, Live in Johannesburg. Learn more about the upcoming album here!
RED, WHITE, AND ACLU Announced By Unexpected Productions At The Market Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2025
Enjoy Red, White, and ACLU, an evening of laughter, inspiration, and creativity as some of Seattle's most talented performers come together to share their art and creativity for a cause that matters.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2025
Enjoy Red, White, and ACLU, an evening of laughter, inspiration, and creativity as some of Seattle's most talented performers come together to share their art and creativity for a cause that matters.
James Mack Stars In THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF A CAD World Premiere At Watermill Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
Joint CEOs Artistic Director Paul Hart and Executive Director Claire Murray, and the whole team at Newbury's Watermill Theatre has announced full casting for the first show in the 2025 season, The Autobiography of a Cad.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
Joint CEOs Artistic Director Paul Hart and Executive Director Claire Murray, and the whole team at Newbury's Watermill Theatre has announced full casting for the first show in the 2025 season, The Autobiography of a Cad.
Cast Set For Amy Jephta's A GOOD HOUSE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2024
Casting has been announced for Amy Jephta's A Good House directed by Bristol Old Vic Artistic Director, Nancy Medina. Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2024
Casting has been announced for Amy Jephta's A Good House directed by Bristol Old Vic Artistic Director, Nancy Medina. Learn more about the production here!
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