WHAT'S ON
AGATHA CHRISTIE'S WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION
Agatha Christie’s ingenious courtroom drama for the first time in South Africa! This classic Christie will delight audiences and keep everyone on the edge of their seats right up till the thrilling climax that will leave you stunned!
AMADEUS
Suspense, comedy, rousing music and great characters.In the court of the Austrian Emperor Joseph II, Antonio Salieri is the established composer. Enter the greatest musical symphonist of all time: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. PG12
ANOTHER DAY
Witty, visually rapturous, & passionately romantic, this bonsai musical uses the power of song to tell a refreshingly honest story of an out of step relationship. The story is anchored by dazzling dance performances.
BOOGIE NIGHTS
A musical/comedy romp down memory lane to the Motown Era, the disco floors and the power ballads that typified the 70’s & 80’s. A local live band, dynamic local singers and dancers, with a touch of local comedy.
CROWD PLEASER
"Schalk Bezuidenhout is back and funnier than ever" is what it would say if this was this just any old stand-up show! Because THIS show is not old... in fact it's brand new! And it certainly isn't regular... come watch.
DANCE INTERSECT 2024
Anderson Carvalho Dance & Choreography (ACDC) presents Dance Intersect as a platform and intersection of innovative dance theatre featuring creatives from diverse artistic approaches.
DOG ROSE
A new play about autism spectrum disorder, neurodivergence and family relationships. It explores the theme of care for loved ones through the lens of a mother-daughter relationship. Written by Sophie Joans.
DON'T BELIEVE A WORD I SAY
A quirky, heartwarming, comedic, biographical one woman play, set between the present day and a 7th grade dance. The play is delivered in a series of comedic stories that weaves through childhood memories.
DROOMWERK
Petrus droom oor sy voorouers in ‘n hospital vir geestesiekes. Sy stammoeder, Diana, soek haar verlore dogter. Sy oupa Piet, ‘n apartheidsenator, herleef sy toesprake op sy doodsbed. Kan Petrus versoening na sy familie bring? PG16
Venue: Artscape Theatre (Suidoosterfees)
Dates: 26 - 30 Apr
Price: R130
Bookings: www.webtickets.co.za
FINDING THE LIGHT
An evening with Musical Theatre Super Stars from London and South Africa with the Full Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra that will leave you breathless while supporting a constellation of charities tackling challenges in SA communities.
I’VE GOT RHYTHM
David Nixon’s full length, jazzy ballet set to George Gershwin’s magnificent music. Accompanied on stage by The Cape Philharmonic Orchestra with singers from Cape Town Opera. Ballet meets jazz!
KING OF BROKEN THINGS
An adventurous and magical excursion into the rehabilitation of broken and discarded objects, hearts included. The show takes you on a bittersweet journey, a journey viewed through the unfiltered mind of a child, wise beyond his years.
OPERA SHORTS - A FESTIVAL OF POCKET OPERAS
Three diverse bite-sized operas, the Asman’s new Trial by Media, Poulenc’s deeply moving La voix humaine, and in delightful contrast, Mozart’s light comic opera, The Impresario, adapted from the original Der Schauspieldirektor.
OTHELLO
A new perspective on Shakespeare's play. Director, Lara Foot, focuses on Othello's inner life, wanting to add an African perspective, staging the play in several languages and relocates it to the time of German colonialism.
PIECES OF ME
A profoundly moving personal story of the unspoken histories that many people carry within them. An exploration of family secrets, with resonances that still echo today. Written and performed by Bo Petersen.
PLAIN JANE
An uproarious comedy about a remarkable journey through the ordinary! Arlene, the navigates life's absurdities and the colourful streets of Lavender Hill, defying expectations & fearlessly tackling challenges with humour.
ROCKING THE BAR
Welcome to our local, the most spirited pub in the world. The history of the pub has become somewhat of an untouchable tale that the locals hold dear to their hearts, and they tell it with passion and music. No U16s.
ROUND OF APPLAUSE
Join veteran investigative journalist Marianne Thamm, currently Associate Editor of the Daily Maverick, for an evening of conversation celebrating the strengths of SA’s democracy. Get ready for the Elections when things can only get better.
SPEED POLITICS FOR BEWILDERED SOUTH AFRICANS
Tired of load-shedding, potholes and foul-mouthed politicians? More than 200 candidates are making wild promises in the run-up to the elections. You got the power! Come laugh about it all with Daily Maverick journalist Marianne Thamm.
Venue: Artscape Theatre (Suidoosterfees)
Dates: 27 - 30 Apr
Price: R21
Bookings: www.webtickets.co.za
TELL ME ON A SUNDAY
This reworked, one-woman, one-act production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic musical will take you on a lively, emotional, and cathartic journey of self-discovery with Emma. Don Black’s lyrics pull no punches.
THE GOLDEN GIRLS
For the first time in Cape Town, four episodes of this beloved 80s sitcom have been adapted for the stage. It celebrates four mature women living together in Miami and experiencing the joys and angst of their golden years. No u13s.
THE SIN DRINKERS
Frank, a practiced booze-hound, tracks down his daughter’s best friend, Theresa, an aimless young woman masking her regrets with debauchery & a sharp tongue, in the hopes of solving a mystery that has caused a rot in his soul. No U18s.
TINA'S TURN
A tribute to the legendary Tina Turner by Ramaine Barreiro-Lloyd. Ramaine boasts
powerhouse vocals and a vibrant on-stage presence. Backed by her full band, she is Irrepressible and unforgettable!. This not to be missed! No U13s.
TROUBLE IN MIND
Set in New York in the 1950s, it follows the challenges and tensions faced by a group of actors , Alice Childress’s thought-provoking and ground-breaking play puts a spotlight on sexism and racism.
VROU ENS
Die stuk is ‘n kombinasie van storievertelling en uitspattige karaktervertolking. Mandri sê ’n ding soos dit is en sy sê dit in Afrikaans. Sy belig en gooi liefde, humor en vet op die Afrikaner-vrou se besware en waarhede. No U16s.