The timeless South African classic is a humorous, biting political commentary and tribute to human resilience - a reminder that behind every queue lies a story of survival, hope and hard-won dignity.

Steven Stead and the actors have truly managed to embrace the humour in Shakespeare’s TWELFTH NIGHT.

Michael Mitchell is pleased to note that "everything in this new THE NUTCRACKER is painted in accordance with long established techniques.

Cape Town Opera (CTO) has announced the appointment of eight singers to its prestigious Judith Neilson Young Artist Programme.

Mark your diary for some hot dates you’ll love this February with The Drama Factory’s sensational summer line-up.

This Maynardville staging of TWELFTH NIGHT, “not just a trope-based comedy”, is set to evoke the dolce vita of vita of 1960s Italy.

Internationally revered South African choreographer, Gregory Maqoma, returns to the Baxter Theatre for the world premiere of his latest production, GENESIS, a groundbreaking dance opera fusing dance, music and poetry.

Fiona Ramsay's coruscating portrayal of operatic legend Callas is as vivid as the scarlet drapery of her diva's costume. She gives a volcanic performance in THE OPERA SINGER at the Baxter Theatre.

The Abrahamse & Meyer Productions presented THE LADY AOI selected for Milan-based award. Limited run at Artscape before travelling abroad.

Sue Diepeveen presents another incisive solo act comedy, MS.B-HAVED, directed by Natasha Sutherland.

If you’ve ever thought going to the ballet under the summer night sky would be a magical experience, allow me to confirm your suspicions.

Following her sold-out orchestral debut in 2023, Pratibha Singh Baghel returns for one night only with ENCORE.

Cape Ballet Africa presents GISELLE, one of ballet’s most beloved romantic masterpieces, at Maynardville Open-Air Festival for two shows only on 20 & 21 January 2026. 

Fiona Ramsay returns to the Baxter Theatre from 20 January 2025 to embody the high-stakes world of the diva in THE OPERA SINGER.

The College of Magic announces the launch of expanded beginner courses accompanied by free Open Days designed to welcome newcomers.

An absolutely exquisite night under the stars at Maynardville Open-Air Festival with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra - a jazzy delight!

LISTENING TO WALLS WEAR OFF THEIR COLOUR - a collaboration by three internationally acclaimed artists and Rolex mentoring fellows at The Baxter Theatre.

TOUCHÉ is a seamless fusion of song, dance and aerial spectacle, interwoven with Vanessa Harris’ direct, conspiratorial dialogue.

For those who already love CATS, it's return to South African stages will be like catnip. This staging is sleek and the musical numbers as impressive as always. I’m betting that those humans who worship our feline friends both at home and on social media will absolutely delight in this offering: It’s a rather meowvellous musical way to kick off the festive season.    

Neil Fortes of Fortes Family Wines in Napier launched a special Legacy Edition dry white Sauvignon Blanc and dry red Shiraz at The Baxter, created in honour of his long-time friend, David Kramer.