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Bitter Winter
Bitter Winter
2/20 - 3/16/2025


Paul Slabolepszy’s Bitter Winter Premieres at Montecasino’s Pieter Toerien Studio Theatre – A poignant Tribute to South African Theatre Johannesburg, South Africa – Audiences are ...


The Masque Theatre Arts Benefit is a special evening at Artscape, celebrating the 65-year legacy of The Masque Theatre while raising funds for its future. ...


The Baxter Zabalaza Theatre Festival celebrates its 15th anniversary from March 14 to March 22, 2025, showcasing a diverse array of artistic talent under the ...

Blending In?
3/14 - 3/22/2025


Blending In? examines the lives of three young men in Khayelitsha township as they grapple with societal pressures that define worth by material possessions. Written ...

Confused Mhlaba
3/14 - 3/22/2025


Confused Mhlaba is a play that highlights the struggles of black identity in South Africa during the apartheid era. Written by Khayalethu Mqayisa and directed ...

Don't Believe A Word I Say
3/14 - 3/22/2025


Don't Believe A Word I Say is a comedic, autobiographical one-woman play written by Tankiso Mamabolo and directed by Faniswa Yisa. Set against the backdrop ...

Idinga
3/14 - 3/22/2025


Idinga is a compelling production written and directed by Loyiso Damoyi, exploring the search for purpose in a world dominated by despair. The narrative investigates ...


In the Shade of the King Protea is a compelling exploration of generational trauma in South Africa, written by Savannah Steyn and directed by Matthew ...

Luks
3/14 - 3/22/2025


Luks, written by Thando Baliso and directed by Samkelo Zihlangu, is a poignant piece aimed at children and young audiences. The story follows a boy ...

n Pandok se Liefde
3/14 - 3/22/2025


n Pandok se Liefde, written by Lauren Snyders and directed by Samuel Jumat, explores the harrowing experience of a couple, Hetty and Robert, living in ...

OH
3/14 - 3/22/2025


The Baxter Zabalaza Theatre Festival celebrates its 15th anniversary with the theme "Make Your Mark," showcasing the evolution of South African theatre. From March 14 ...

Pumpkin Finds Her Kindness
3/14 - 3/22/2025


Pumpkin Finds Her Kindness is a delightful mini musical about a young girl grappling with jealousy after losing a school singing competition. With the support ...

Purpose
3/14 - 3/22/2025


Purpose is part of the 15th annual Baxter Zabalaza Theatre Festival, which celebrates transformative artistic excellence from March 14 to March 22, 2025. Written by ...

Sand Gat
3/14 - 3/22/2025


Sand Gat is a poignant exploration of a young man's struggle to escape the confines of his circumstances. Written and directed by Sohail Booise, the ...

Sleeping with the Enemy
3/14 - 3/22/2025


Sleeping with the Enemy, written and directed by Lwanda Sindaphi, explores the tumultuous relationship between a married couple of black attorneys as they confront the ...

The Salt Lesson
3/14 - 3/22/2025


The Salt Lesson, written by Sibuyiselo Dywili and directed by Anthea Thompson, is a poignant exploration of identity and familial relationships. The narrative revolves around ...

These Are Not My Shoes
3/14 - 3/22/2025


These Are Not My Shoes, written by Mxolisi Masilela and directed by Mthobisi Mphandle, explores the profound impacts of fatherlessness on young men as they ...

Umgibe Womphefumlo
3/14 - 3/22/2025


Umgibe Womphefumlo, written by Mava Silumko, presents a gripping narrative about a man's secret life and the lengths to which his wife will go to ...

Dear Evan Hansen
Dear Evan Hansen
3/15 - 4/13/2025


Award-winning DEAR EVAN HANSEN is a powerful adult themed ‘drama musical’ that explores the human experience in life as we know it. The storyline delves ...

THRILL ME
3/21 - 4/13/2025


Pieter Toerien presents Stephen Dolginoff's acclaimed murder-musical, THRILL ME: The Leopold & Loeb Story, at Montecasino from March 21 to April 13. Starring Gianluca Gironi ...



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Latest South Africa Reviews


Review: FAUSTUS IN AFRICA! at Baxter Flipside Theatre


by Michelle B Lewis - March 10, 2025

​​​​​​​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 D...

Review: THRILL ME - THE LEOPOLD AND LOEB STORY at Theatre On The Bay


by Faeron Wheeler - March 04, 2025

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....

Review: MR & MRS NORMAL at The Masque Theatre, Muizenberg


by Michelle B Lewis - February 26, 2025

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 wi...

Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN brings the tears, the laughter and the goosebumps


by Faeron Wheeler - February 24, 2025

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!...

Review: I CAN BUY MYSELF FLOWERS from Mike van Graan is a real laugh


by Faeron Wheeler - February 10, 2025

As the name of the play suggests, I CAN BUY MYSELF FLOWERS is all about women learning to love themselves. Written by Mike van Graan, directed by Toni Morkel and starring Erika Breytenbach, this play is good fun and good soul food....

Review: TO LIFE, WITH LOVE starring John Maytham and Directed by Josh Lindberg


by Faeron Wheeler - February 10, 2025

This was a tough one to review because of the emotions that came up while watching... TO LIFE, WITH LOVE is a new work from Mike van Graan, starring John Maytham and directed by Josh Lindberg. At it's heart, this play is simple and honest....

Review: AN UNROMANTIC COMEDY at Baxter Studio - Baxter Theatre Centre


by Michelle B Lewis - February 10, 2025

​​​​​​​If you’re in the mood for a night of side-splitting laughter, sizzling chemistry and a refreshingly honest take on modern relationships, An Unromantic Comedy is exactly what you need. From the moment the first performer enters, this high-energy production grabs hold of the audience and never ...

Review: THE TEMPEST is a hit at Maynardville Open-Air Festival


by Faeron Wheeler - February 04, 2025

It shouldn't be a secret by now that I'm a big Shakespeare fan and I absolutely love the fact that the tradition of Shakespeare at Maynardville is not only still alive, but it's thriving thanks to the creative and wonderful minds of VR Theatrical. This year's offering is THE TEMPEST and I absolutely...

Review: THE UKUKHANYA ARTS PROJECT LAUNCH at Theatre Arts


by Michelle B Lewis - January 08, 2025

The Ukukhanya Arts Project is a meaningful initiative that deserves wide recognition. It’s a celebration of innovation, creativity and collaboration and it calls out for support from schools, families and sponsors. Together, we can continue to bridge the gap between art and science, fostering greate...

Review: MY FAIR LADY at the Artscape Opera House Is Musical Theatre Perfection from Start to Finish


by Jaime Uranovsky - December 31, 2024

One of the world’s most adored musicals has arrived in Cape Town – and it’s “lover-ly”. From start to finish, I was absolutely mesmerised by MY FAIR LADY. There is not a second of this show that isn’t pitch-perfect, aesthetically gorgeous, or choreographed in a unique and eye-catching way....



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