South Africa Theatre Newsroom

Following a successful tour in New Zealand, this world-class tribute show will bring the legendary music of the Bee Gees back to life at the Joburg Theatre, capturing the essence of one of the greatest musical groups of all time. 

​​​​​​​It was a night of glitz and glamour at the 60TH FLEUR DU CAP THEATRE AWARDS on Sunday 23 March 2025. I had the pleasure of attending, along with my colleague, Jaime Uranovsky.

Producers Pieter Toerien and the Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy (LAMTA) will present a new production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Learn more here!

The Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards, often referred to as the ‘Oscars' of Cape Town's theatre industry, celebrated their 60th year in spectacular fashion at a glamorous ceremony at DHL Cape Town Stadium. Check out the full list of winners here!

A new production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, the musical by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, will open at Theatre on the Bay in Cape Town in May.

The Children's Magic Festival is back at the College of Magic, and this year, it's wilder than ever with a jungle theme! From 3-5 April, children and families will be whisked away on a journey filled with mystical illusions, daring jungle explorers, and magical creatures.

Agatha Christie's BLACK COFFEE will be presented on the Main Stage at the Pieter Toerien Theatre at Montecasino in May. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Agatha Christie’s Black Coffee runs at Theatre On The Bay from 19 March until 26 April, before transferring to Pieter Toerien’s Montecasino Theatre from 30 April until 1 June, 2025.

 Dr Victor & the Rasta Rebels are returning to the stage at Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Palace (Johannesburg) next month. Learn more about the show here!

​​​​​​​Three decades after its original premiere, William Kentridge and the renowned Handspring Puppet Company reunite to bring Faustus in Africa! back to life at The Baxter Theatre. This powerful reworking of their 1995 award-winning production is directed by Kentridge with Lara Foot as Associate Director.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN has taken Cape Town by storm, with people raving about the performances of our incredibly talented South African cast. We sat down to chat with Lucy Tops, who plays Evan's mom Heidi in this hit musical.

Hope Muir, Joan and Jerry Lozinski Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada, shared that Principal Dancer Siphesihle November will appear as a guest artist with Cape Ballet Africa in Nacho Duato’s Remanso.

Award-winning comedian, presenter, writer, and actor, Dr Riaad Moosa, is back with his brand-new comedy show, 'What's the Point?'. Learn more about the show here!

THRILL ME - THE LEOPOLD AND LOEB STORY is the recounting of a true crime, but it's really about the why of it all. Add to that the layer of telling the story through song, and you have a piece of theatre that is both whimsical and chilling.

The 15th annual Baxter Zabalaza Theatre Festival, with the theme Make Your Mark, will showcase its remarkable success over the years and will take place at The Baxter this month.

A Doll’s Life: Confessions of a Quarter-Life Crisis will come to Theatre on the Square this month. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!

The Miriam Makeba Foundation is celebrating the 93rd Birthday of the late Dr. Miriam Makeba. South Africa views this day through a lens which venerates and celebrates the life of our late Beloved Songstress Zenzile Miriam Makeba.

After an absence of nine years Joburg Ballet will return to the Roodepoort Theatre in Gauteng with DreamScapes, a triple bill showcasing the company’s versatility and commitment to celebrating heritage, artistry, and innovation.

Pieter Toerien will present Stephen Dolginoff's internationally acclaimed murder-musical, THRILL ME: The Leopold & Loeb Story at Montecasino next month. Learn more here!

Looking for a night of non-stop laughter and high-energy entertainment? Then don’t miss Mr & Mrs Normal, the outrageously funny musical comedy starring the dynamic duo, Aaron McIlroy and Lisa Bobbert! This comedic whirlwind is lighting up The Masque Theatre in Muizenberg for a lightning-fast tour with just four unmissable performances.

This residency is part of a partnership with Joburg Theatre Youth Development, which aims to nurture the growth of fringe work and attract audiences to it. Learn more here!

Cape Town City Ballet has announced that former Scottish Ballet Principal Jerome Anthony Barnes will be joining the company for its upcoming Summer Season that opens next month at Artscape.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN is a beautiful piece of musical theatre that hits you right in the gut and gave me goosebumps again and again. It's proof that SA has an exceptional level of talent!

One of South Africa's most celebrated comedians, Stuart Taylor, is set to bring his brand-new stand-up show, Odd Man Out, to the Baxter Theatre early next month.

A gripping tale of love, loss, and justice beyond the grave comes to life in Molly Street, written and directed by Peter Churu. Performances run next month at Theatre on the Square.