South Africa Theatre Newsroom

The acclaimed Theatre on the Square will host a series of jazz performances this December, featuring the legendary Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse. Learn more here!

Capetonian pianist and composer Leo Gevisser, 22, will perform with the Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra (MNPO) in Cape Town next month. Learn more here!

Disney announced its largest festive campaign, Spark Joy This Holiday, featuring a lineup of family-friendly films and special events to celebrate the season.

It's been touted as the world's most loved musical and it's fair to say that MY FAIR LADY really does seem to have stood the test of time. To find out a little more about the this production, we chatted to Leah Mari, who will be taking on the lead role of Eliza Doolittle (sharing it with Brittany Smith).

Magnet Theatre has announced its summer season lineup, which runs from Saturday 30 November to Friday 13 December, featuring three performances a day. Learn more about the lineup here!

Spark in the Dark will present a new mini festival the Solo Fest, a two-day event which will be hosted at Theatre Arts on the corner of Milton Road, Wesley St, Observatory.

A Christmas Carol will return to enchant Johannesburg this holiday season. This heartwarming adaptation of Charles Dickens' timeless story is a celebration of humanity, family, and the spirit of generosity.

Performances at the Roodepoort Theatre from Wednesday, 20 November to Friday, 22 November at 7pm and 3pm Saturday, 23 November. The season ends at the Lesedi Theatre. Joburg Theatre with 7pm performances on Wednesday, 04 December; Thursday, 05 December and Friday, 06 December. Tickets are on sale at www.wgruvdance.com

The Masque has announced its ongoing Play Reading Programme, providing the chance for writers to have their new scripts brought to life, as well as the opportunity for the public to be part of the development process.

Experience a night of reggae classics as THE RIVERTONES perform hits from Bob Marley, UB40, and Eddy Grant at The Drama Factory on December 8, 2024. Don't miss this musical celebration.

Experience the festive spirit with THE JINGLE BELLES at The Drama Factory from December 12-15, 2024. Enjoy a musical theatre performance that captures the essence of Christmas.

CoComelon LIVE: Sing-A-Long is bringing JJ, Cody, Nina and all their friends from the globally beloved sensation to life in a never-before-seen show, which will tour internationally with a special stop in South Africa this December. 

This summer, the Ceasar and Oliver families will present a magical evening of live music, comedy, and festive cheer at 'It's Family! It's Festive!', an outdoor picnic experience at the Baxter Theatre Garden.

This year, the festive cheer gets even brighter with the much-anticipated musical revue, JOLTYD - Through the Ages of Music, which will take centre stage at the Pam Golding Theatre, Baxter.

This show blew me away. Days after having witnessed it, I am still ruminating over the lushness of it all. I’ve never seen anything like it. I’ve experienced a few pieces this year that deal with or draw from Greek mythology.

Cape Town Opera has announced Nonhlanhla Yende’s appointment as House Soloist, with immediate effect. Learn more about the new appointment to the team here!

LAMTA triple threats will take to the stage in a show featuring many of renowned composer Alan Menken's celebrated songs from iconic Disney films and Broadway productions. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!

Following the huge success of the Royal African Society's Film Africa 2024 festival, (25 October to 3 November 2024), the Society has announced two further top level events in November 2024.

The Masque continues its tradition of whacky fairytale fun for the summer holidays and presents RED RIDING HOOD - fun for all the family this festive season. The Masque’s annual holiday show always features a quirky take on a popular story.

Two former contestants and an internationally awarded oboist are among the adjudicators of the 2024 National Youth Music Competition (NYMC). Learn more about the event here!

MY BRILLIANT DIVORCE is a comical look at the ups, downs and mad choices that can happen when the apple cart is upset by one spouse leaving the other.

Milnerton Players will present its end-of-year show, Scrooge Macbeth. Directed by award-winning veteran Judith Herbig, this production is comedic chaos. 

Joburg Theatre has released photos of its latest production, the timeless and magical pantomime ‘Beauty and the Beast’. This enchanting show will run from 31 October to 22 December 2024 on the Mandela Stage at Joburg Theatre. 

On Sunday, 10 November premier Afro-fusion world music ensemble Abavuki will present their latest offering, The Right Key, at an album launch concert at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre in Cape Town. 

Following the sell-out success of The Sound Of Music, Pieter Toerien with Cape Town Opera will present a South African tour of Lerner & Loewe's musical masterpiece, My Fair Lady in Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban.