11 upcoming theater events
Puss in Boots
Fri, 26 Jun 2026
Artscape Theatre Centre
KickstArt Theatre presents Puss in Boots, a lively family pantomime at Baxter Theatre Centre. Building on last year’s sold-out Jack and the Beanstalk run across Durban and Johannesburg, this playful production promises comic charm and magical adventures for kids and their grown-ups.
The “PIRATES of PENZANCE”
Sat, 4 Jul 2026 at 10:00
Artscape Theatre Centre
Cape Town G&S presents a bold new staging of Gilbert and Sullivan’s swashbuckling comic opera, The Pirates of Penzance, at Artscape Theatre Centre. Expect lively melodies, witty patter, and sparkling period costumes in a rich, theatrical production.
Ithuna
Mon, 6 Jul 2026
Artscape Theatre Centre
Ithuna is a gripping drama at Baxter Theatre Centre (UCT) that promises a haunting, atmospheric night of storytelling. Expect intense performances, dark themes, and a compact stage experience that tightens the tension from start to finish.
My Children! My Africa
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 at 10:00
Artscape Theatre Centre
My Children! My Africa is Athol Fugard's poignant drama set in 1984 rural Eastern Cape, where a passionate teacher seeks to ignite a love of learning amid apartheid. This production at Artscape Theatre Centre invites you into a classroom where courage, friendship, and contested ideals shape young minds. A powerful, thought-provoking South African theatre experience.
13th South African International Ballet Competition
Tue, 4 Aug 2026 at 10:00
Artscape Theatre Centre
Experience Africa's largest ballet competition at Artscape Theatre Centre as the 13th South African International Ballet Competition brings world-class dancers to Cape Town, August 4–6, 2026. Expect dazzling performances and international talent in a premier performing-arts setting.
Hamlet
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 at 10:00
Artscape Theatre Centre
Shakespeare's Hamlet returns to the Artscape Theatre Centre in a bold new production by Abrahamse & Meyer, following acclaimed seasons across Europe. Expect a visually striking, language-rich interpretation of the tragedy with contemporary staging and intense performances.
UCT Ibuyambo Orchestra presents Fragments of Sarah
Fri, 16 Oct 2026
Artscape Theatre Centre
An interdisciplinary theatre performance by the UCT Ibuyambo Orchestra at Baxter Theatre Centre, Fragments of Sarah combines sound, movement and storytelling to reflect on the life and legacy of Sarah Baartman. This poignant piece blends music and theatre to explore memory, identity and history.
Cape Town City Ballet: Velvet Feathers
Sat, 26 Sept 2026 at 21:00
The Galileo - Norval Foundation
Cape Town City Ballet presents Velvet Feathers at Norval Foundation, a poetic tribute to classical ballet. Expect refined choreography, lush partnering, and a visually rich program that showcases timeless beauty and precision on stage.
Cape Town City Ballet: Coppélia - A Celebration of Youth
Sat, 19 Sept 2026 at 21:00
Joseph Stone Auditorium
Cape Town City Ballet presents Coppélia, marking the culmination of a five-month youth development programme. Set in the intimate Joseph Stone Auditorium, the evening spotlights emerging young dancers alongside the company, blending classical ballet with youthful energy and ensemble chemistry.
Roméo et Juliette
Wed, 18 Nov 2026 at 10:00
Artscape Theatre Centre
Cape Town Opera presents Charles Gounod's Roméo et Juliette at Artscape Theatre Centre. A towering tragedy of forbidden love and feuding families, featuring lush duets, vibrant sets, and a full-scale orchestra. Subtitled performance in French with English translation.
THE NUTCRACKER (2026)
Fri, 11 Dec 2026 at 10:00
Artscape Theatre Centre
Experience a classic ballet as The Nutcracker returns to Artscape Theatre Centre in Cape Town. This traditional performance follows Clara's Christmas Eve adventures with magical dancers, the Nutcracker prince, and the Land of Sweets in a lavish, family-friendly production.