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BWW Review: SATORI at Artscape Opera House a Captivating Trilogy of Ballet Prowess
by Lindsay Kruger - Oct 28, 2019

SATORI opened Cape Town City Ballet's Spring Season this past weekend at Artscape Opera House. The limited run presents a trilogy of works presented by the CTCB that includes two that are newly staged as well as an original commissioned work from an international choreographer. True to its meaning of 'enlightenment', SATORI is a refreshing offering from the local company following SLEEPING BEAUTY.

BWW Review: CTCB's Sublime Staging of SLEEPING BEAUTY at Artscape Opera House
by Lindsay Kruger - Aug 20, 2019

One could easily have mistaken the Artscape stage for the 19th century grandeur of the Bolshoi Theatre - as Cape Town City Ballet's production of SLEEPING BEAUTY was nothing short of captivating on its opening night this past weekend.

Photo Coverage: Let's Hear it For the Rainbow Tour! International Tour of Hal Prince's EVITA Ready for Cape Town!
by David Fick - Nov 18, 2017

With the first stop in Johannesburg drawing to a close next week, the international tour of EVITA is ready to transfer to Cape Town, where it will play the Artscape Opera House throughout December and into 2018 until 7 January.

Full Cast Announced for Hal Prince Directed EVITA in South Africa
by David Fick - Aug 21, 2017

The full cast for the Harold Prince-directed production of EVITA in South Africa has been announced. Presented by Pieter Toerien and David Ian, this revival of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical will see the original West End and Broadway production presented on stage at The Teatro at Montecasino and the Artscape Opera House later this year.

Rising Ballet Stars to Shine in Beloved COPPELIA at Artscape
by David Fick - May 16, 2016

Rising young stars of the Cape Town City Ballet are set to take centre stage in the classic and comic ballet, COPPELIA, at Artscape in Cape Town. Based on the well-known tale by E.T.A. Hoffmann, this sparkling production of the beloved ballet has a short run at the end of May.

BWW Review: Soloists Shine, but Ambitious SHADES OF LOVE is Undercut by Whitewashing and Poor Design
by David Fick - May 13, 2016

Cape Town City Ballet is nothing if not ambitious. SHADES OF LOVE sees the company's featured artists dancing superbly, but the production never coheres into a fully-realised evening of ballet.

THE NUTCRACKER Comes to Cape Town Starting Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2015

The world's favourite Christmas ballet, THE NUTCRACKER, is coming to Cape Town this festive season. Presented by the Cape Town City Ballet (CTCB), the beloved fairytale ballet will open at the Artscape Theatre tonight 15 December and run until 24 December, culminating in the company's hugely popular annual 'Fairy Parade'.

Cape Town City Ballet to Welcome 2016 with Cole Porter Ballet, NIGHT & DAY
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 14, 2015

Cape Town City Ballet's smash hit production, NIGHT & DAY, returns to the Artscape Theatre this festive season from 31 December 2015 to 10 January 2016. With a special opening night performance scheduled for New Year's eve, the sparkling ballet celebrates the extraordinary life and music of Cole Porter, one of the 20th century's most prolific and successful song writers.

THE NUTCRACKER Coming to Cape Town for Two Week Season, Starting 15 December
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 24, 2015

The world's favourite Christmas ballet, THE NUTCRACKER, is coming to Cape Town this festive season. Presented by the Cape Town City Ballet (CTCB), the beloved fairytale ballet will open at the Artscape Theatre on 15 December and run until 24 December, culminating in the company's hugely popular annual 'Fairy Parade'.

GISELLE Ballet Opens at Artscape in Cape Town Next Month
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 21, 2015

The enchanting romantic ballet, GISELLE, opens at Artscape in Cape Town on Friday 25 September, featuring star dancers from the Royal Ballet in London and Cape Town City Ballet.

Brand New Cape Town City Ballet Presentation Based on Noël Coward's THE VORTEX for Theatre On The Bay
by David Fick - Jul 16, 2015

Cape Town City Ballet will present Marc Goldberg's adaptation of Noel Coward's first great commercial success, THE VORTEX, at Theatre on the Bay at the end of July 2015.

THUMBELINA Ballet Returns for Easter Weekend Fun
by David Fick - Mar 30, 2015

After an enormously successful opening season last year, THUMBELINA, the ballet, returns to Artscape over the Easter weekend. Due to huge public demand, three exclusive performances have been scheduled in the Artscape Opera House, two on Sat 4 April and one on Sunday 5 April.

Bookings for Cape Town City Ballet's Spectacular CARMEN Now Open
by - Feb 16, 2015

Bookings for the spectacular ballet, CARMEN, are now open at Computicket. Choreographed by South Africa's foremost ballet choreographer, Veronica Paeper, CARMEN will be performed by star dancers of the Cape Town City Ballet at Artscape in Cape Town from 25 to 31 March.

Cape Town City Ballet's LA SYLPHIDE Opens 1 February
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 7, 2015

Opening on Sunday 1 February, the Cape Town City Ballet's much anticipated annual season at Maynardville Park will feature four performances of the enchanting ballet, LA SYLPHIDE. Running until 22 February, lovers of dance can once again look forward to experiencing the beautiful art of ballet in the breathtaking open-air setting of the park.

Cape Town City Ballet to Present CINDERELLA, from 19 Dec
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 2, 2014

This festive season, Cape Town City Ballet ends its 80th anniversary celebrations on a high note, with a magical production of the ballet, Cinderella. Filled with lots of fun and laughter for the whole family, Cinderella will be presented at Artscape in Cape Town from 19 December to 10 January. The matinee performance on 24 December will include the very popular annual Fairy Parade.

Cape Town City Ballet Adds Additional THUMBELINA Matinee
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 27, 2014

Seats have been snapped up for Cape Town City Ballet's matinee performances of Thumbelina. As a result of the high ticket demand, an extra matinee has been added which will take place on Sunday 2 November at 15h00.

New Children's Ballet THUMBELINA Opens at Artscape on 24 October
by Anna Bencivengo - Oct 6, 2014

A brand new children's ballet, THUMBELINA, based on the enchanting fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, opens on Friday 24 October at Artscape in Cape Town.

Cape Town City Ballet Launches 80th Anniversary with THE FIREBIRD and LES SYLPHIDES, 1/19-2/16
by BWW News Desk - Jan 9, 2014

Following a bumper festive season of magical ballet performances, Cape Town City Ballet proudly launches its 80th anniversary celebrations in 2014 with two splendid ballets performed in the idyllic open-air setting of Maynardville Park in Cape Town. The Firebird and Les Sylphides will be performed every Sunday, from 19 January until 16 February.

Bring the Family to Cape Town City Ballet's Fantasy-Filled TIN SOLDIER, Beg. Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 11, 2013

Don't miss the chance to bring your family to the ballet - Cape Town City Ballet's fantasy-filled new ballet The Tin Soldier opens at Artscape today 11 December.

Bring the Family to Cape Town City Ballet's Fantasy-Filled TIN SOLDIER, Beg. Dec 11
by BWW News Desk - Dec 9, 2013

Don't miss the chance to bring your family to the ballet - Cape Town City Ballet's fantasy-filled new ballet The Tin Soldier opens at Artscape on Wednesday 11 December.