Dancing the Death Drill is more than theatre — it is a resurrection, a requiem and a haunting reminder of forgotten African history
Joburg Theatre proudly announces its latest theatrical triumph, a stirring adaptation of Fred Khumalo’s acclaimed novel, brought to life by a stellar South African creative team. This moving production will run from 9 to 28 September 2025 on the Mandela Stage. Set in Paris, 1958, the story begins with a brutal incident in a prestigious […]
Dlamini brings new life to a role born from resistance and South Africa’s historic youth uprising
An old actor, a young upstart, and a kettle on the fritz — Bitter Winter turns the ordinary into something unforgettable
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Joburg Theatre is excited to announce its forthcoming production of August Wilson’s critically acclaimed play, The Piano Lesson
Don’t miss out on the Joburg Zoo Festival of Lights this festive season. Get your tickets today and join us for an unforgettable evening of festive carols, dazzling performances and family fun at the Festival of Lights at Joburg Zoo!
Janice Honeyman’s production brings magic to Joburg audiences
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South Africans have a knack for using humour to tackle the most serious of issues and this can be seen in Oleanna
The gited singer speaks about the emotional and physical demands of the role
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The South African singing sensation returns to the Joburg Theatre with The Greatest Love of All
Vusi Kunene, Khutjo Green and Brian Temba head up a powerhouse cast in this feminist take on the writer’s seminal Sophiatown-era short story
As a cornerstone of arts and entertainment, the theatre takes great pride in seeing South African artists shine on the global stage
The event will be an extraordinary celebration of female talent in the music industry
Much has changed in South Africa since the play debuted, but unfortunately, much has remained the same
Heading the stellar cast in both cities will be soprano Nobulumko Mngxekeza as the fiery Floria Tosca
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After a seven-year absence the company is staging the highly acclaimed ballet with principal dancer Shannon Glover as lead
The much anticipated The Head & The Load performance will be running at the Joburg Theatre from 23 April to 6 May 2023
Award-winning musician Simphiwe Dana brings ‘Moya’ to the Joburg Theatre, reflecting on the power of music to heal
Theatre-maker Janice Honeyman’s reimagining of the tale is set to open in November
Mozart’s opera about an 18th century playboy bears a strange resemblance to the Tinder Swindler
Top international cast members to perform Mozart’s Don Giovanni with music by the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra
The Joburg Theatre celebrates its 60th anniversary with a star-studded line-up of performances and celebrations of important figures in the industry
Art, theatre and literature events to feed your soul this long weekend
The Joburg Theatre is defying the conventions of classical ballet by not giving the lead roles to white men in Don Quixote
No longer the über-soapie vixen, Pamela Nomvete now champions young artists at a new festival.
British singer, songwriter and guitarist Joan Armatrading and a line-up of celebrated South African musicians will appear at Anthems of Democracy.