Theatre

Lits’omong Youth Development Programme

Lits’omong Youth Development Programme
This June, history takes centre stage as a powerful educational tool for the next generation.

Market Theatre 50th Birthday Weekend

Market Theatre 50th Birthday
The Market Theatre Foundation announces The Market Theatre’s 50th birthday weekend celebrations, running from Friday, 19 June - Sunday, 21 June 2026.

RISE’76: The Story of June 16th

RISE’76: The Story of June 16th
RISE’76: The Story of June 16th honours the 50th anniversary of the Soweto Uprising, running 5–28 June 2026 at the Market Theatre, with Youth Day shows.

Soweto Theatre hosts historic concert

50 years since the Soweto Uprising
Soweto Theatre will host a historic Youth Day Commemoration to honour the courage, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of the generation of 1976.

Cape Town Theatre Awards

CATS
A new era for the much-loved and long-running Cape Town theatre awards has been announced, alongside the nominees for the 61st Awards.

Het van Verlangekraal verkoop uit

Het van Verlangekraal
Lefra Produksies bring Leon van Nierop se Het van Verlangekraal vir die eeste keer verhoog toe.

Gauteng’s best family show is back

The Lion King JR.
NCT brings back The Lion King JR., 03–19 July 2026, reimagined with fresh direction, choreography, and young talent.

2026 Barney Simon Residency

Thamsanqa Tshabalala
The Market Theatre Laboratory, a creative hub of The Market Theatre Foundation (MTF), is proud to announce multi‑award‑winning artist, choreographer and dancer Thamsanqa Tshabalala as the recipient of the 2026 Barney Simon Residency.

Ephemeral :: UJ Arts & Culture Programme 

Ephemeral :: UJ Arts & Culture Programme
Ephemeral :: UJ Arts & Culture Programme