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SCENE IT: Sinister, sharply witty MRS. MITCHELL COMES TO TOWN, an engrossing masterpiece
The dark content of the sharply witty MRS. MITCHELL COMES TO TOWN is arresting - a work of eloquence, black humour, and suspense.
Beverley Brommert
1 day ago2 min read
73 views
SCENE IT: ISIDLAMLILO/THE FIRE EATER is a human-interest story that beguiles with truth and resilience
Once the theatre darkens there is no ignoring Mpume Mthombeni. Her performance in ISIDLAMLILO/THE FIRE EATER is engaging and engrossing.
Theatre Scene Cape Town
Apr 144 min read
44 views
SCENE IT: BLACK COFFEE, a bit of a cold brew
There are elements to appreciate, but any enjoyment of BLACK COFFEE may require looking past the sartorial confusion and wandering accents.
Maria Kearns
Apr 113 min read
28 views
SCENE IT: DARWIN, A CURIOUS MIND engages the mind, warms the heart
DARWIN, A CURIOUS MIND allows one to sit back and be submerged gently by a refreshing stream of information and entertainment that engages.
Marina Griebenow
Apr 115 min read
436 views
SCENE IT: Masterful, striking KAFKA’S APE an invitation to heart-wrenching compassion
KAFKA’S APE is memorable, good theatre that entertains, disconcerts, touches the heart or stimulates the mind.
Beverley Brommert
Mar 283 min read
38 views
SCENE IT: THAT BOY HAS NO SHOES, installation art meets philanthropy
As an art experience, THAT BOY HAS NO SHOES, offers a moment of remembrance to the lost SA who fought for our freedom.
Barbara Loots
Mar 225 min read
65 views
SCENE IT: Zabalaza Theatre Festival opening showcases performances for a very interesting country
The 15th Zabalaza Theatre Festival opened on 14 March 2025 with an exuberant gathering at the Baxter Theatre.
Maria Kearns
Mar 172 min read
72 views
SCENE IT: Time-honoured classic GISELLE still charms
GISELLE is playing to sold out houses at the Artscape Theatre until 16 March 2025.
Beverley Brommert
Mar 122 min read
59 views
SCENE IT: Visually powerful FAUSTUS IN AFRICA! at the Baxter Theatre
FAUSTUS IN AFRICA! has been revived to the delight of many a theatre lover & is currently onstage at the Baxter Theatre until 22 March 2025.
Barbara Loots
Mar 103 min read
32 views
SCENE IT: SPIN CYCLES gives a humoristic (and humanistic) snapshot of exercise as trauma escapism
SPIN CYCLES is utterly human at its core, showing a daughter dealing with the trauma associated with loss through spinning (and humour).
Barbara Loots
Feb 243 min read
88 views
SCENE IT: SA staging of DEAR EVAN HANSEN a very palpable hit
The South African production of DEAR EVAN HANSEN is a hit, a very palpable hit at the Artscape.
Beverley Brommert
Feb 172 min read
532 views
SCENE IT: Self-affirming defiance in I CAN BUY MYSELF FLOWERS
Darker moments are leavened by humour, but it is not of the rib-tickling variety; it is wry, dry and intelligent.
Beverley Brommert
Feb 162 min read
42 views
SCENE IT: Cape Town Opera ode to Shakespeare at Maynardville
Cape Town Opera served up a delightful helping of music inspired by the Bard at this year’s Maynardville Open-Air Festival.
Maria Kearns
Feb 152 min read
37 views
SCENE IT: DESPICABLE HEHE, a Sesame Street style tonic for traumatized adults… a laugh riot!
Conrad Koch’s latest offering, DESPICABLE HEHE, is smart, funny, and relevant. Onstage at Theatre on the Bay until 15 February 2024.
Barbara Loots
Feb 123 min read
23 views
SCENE IT: THE TEMPEST casts an imperfect spell under the Maynardville stars
THE TEMPEST, starring Antionette Kellerman, is an enjoyable theatrical meander under the Maynardville stars.
Barbara Loots
Feb 105 min read
137 views
SCENE IT: Sitcom style amusement with AN UNROMANTIC COMEDY
AN UNROMANTIC COMEDY, a light-hearted romantic three-hander about 30-somethings navigating relationship expectations.
Barbara Loots
Feb 93 min read
67 views
SCENE IT: TO LIFE, WITH LOVE, a guide to living (and dying) well
Thomas Faulkner is a man with a plan and he’s not afraid to tell you all about it.
Maria Kearns
Feb 62 min read
37 views
SCENE IT: Delightful TOUR DE TCHAIKOVSKY at Maynardville
Maynardville Open-Air Theatre Festival opened on a delightful note with two very promising young musicians playing pieces by Tchaikovsky.
Maria Kearns
Jan 282 min read
50 views
SCENE IT: THE ADDAMS FAMILY THE MUSICAL, a hit and a miss at the Homecoming Centre
THE ADDAMS FAMILY THE MUSICAL promises to surprise & enchant with its gothic humour & macabre charms. It delivers on some of these promises.
Barbara Loots
Jan 97 min read
296 views
SCENE IT: Luscious and audience-seducing MY FAIR LADY onstage at Artscape
MY FAIR LADY is luscious & audience-seducing: an amalgam of spectacular sets, elaborate period costumes, nimble dancing & dramatic acting.
Beverley Brommert
Dec 19, 20243 min read
589 views
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