Performance Archives - What's on in Joburg

Q-club @The AGOG Gallery

A rooftop bar and at a gallery

The Commune

A radical bookstore, coffee shop, and library.

Chicago’s Piano Bar

An adult party playground with a 1920s Gatsby theme.

Mix Cocktail Bar

Mixology meets fine dining

The Playground

The new way weekends can be spent in Joburg.

The Marabi Club

Live jazz performances are accompanied by superb food and drink.

Hey Neighbour Festival

Moved to Dec from Aug 2025 | Pretoria's biggest international festival.

Railways Cafe

If you’re a person with an eye for eccentric oddities and bohemian rapture then Railways Cafe is...

Bailey’s Live

A live music performance venue with great seating

Radium Beer Hall

A historic bar offering live music performances

Rockets Bryanston (Afrocoustics)

Thursday nights of live performances

Rumours Lounge

A vibrant and popular entertainment venue

The Bassline

A venue that caters for live performances and events

Katzy’s Live Rosebank

A luxurious dining experience and live music

Kitcheners Carvery Bar

A historic vibrant music venue

Six Cocktail Bar

Live performances and cocktails

JPO Winter Season: Concert 2

12 Jun 2025 | A live performance led by conductor Koji Kawamoto and piano soloist Andrey Gugnin.

Theatre of Marcellus

Kempton Park | A beacon of creativity and entertainment

Klein Karoo Klassique

8 - 10 August 2025 | A weekend event celebrating classical music

Stellenbosch Chamber Music Festival

3 to 13 Jul 2025 | Ten evenings of coveted concerts from local and international talents.

Heat Festival

6 to 16 Aug 2025 | A winter arts festival featuring art, jazz, opera, theatre and dance.

Adam Small Theatre Complex

Stellenbosch | The cultural centre of the University of Stellenbosch

The Wave Theatre

CBD | Hidden theatre venue on bustling Long Street

Theatre Arts

Observatory | A thriving theatre centre that supports the local theatre community by providing...

Guga s’Thebe Theatre

Langa | A cultural beacon, located in the heart of the township.

Theatre on the Bay

Camps Bay | A beautiful theatre nestled in a stunning coastal setting.

The Baxter Theatre Centre

Rondebosch | State of the art entertainment centre

The Selective

Gardens | A live performance and events venue.

Fat Harry’s

Kenilworth | An upmarket gastropub situated in the heart of the suburb.

Koffi Terapi

A relaxing and welcoming environment with a cup of special roasted coffee for therapy.

Gold Restaurant

Green Point | An immersive African dining experience.

Stardust

Home of the singing waiter.

The Armchair

Live entertainment, karaoke, quiz, comedy, bar and restaurant.

Rocking the Daisies

2 - 5 October 2025 | South Africa’s biggest music and lifestyle festival.

House of Machines

Shortmarket St, City Centre | Coffee, beer, cocktails, and music, with a touch of ‘Moto Hero’.

CPO Spring Symphony Concert One

28 August 2025 | Pianist François du Toit performs Bernstein, Gershwin and John Williams

The Alma Cafe

Rosebank | Live music performances in a family-run setting.

The Homecoming Centre

East City | A multi-purpose space for arts, performance, learning & community.

The Barnyard Theatre

A staple in the South African cultural and entertainment scene.

The Drama Factory

Somerset West | Shows from comedy to drama, magicians to dancers.

Galloway Theatre

A safe space for creatives to excel

The Folk Café

Live entertainment, delicious meals, and great coffee

Youngblood Africa

Bree St, City Centre | A platform for performance and visual artists of all genres.

Olympia Café and Deli

Olympia Café and Deli is a bakery, restaurant and cafe with a stage

Masque Theatre

Highly regarded in Muizenberg, the Masque Theatre is Cape Town’s leading community theatre.

Maynardville Open-Air Theatre

Wynberg | An outdoor space for theatre, comedy, dance and orchestral performances during the summer...

Kalk Bay Theatre

Kalk Bay Theatre offers spirited productions of music, comedy and cabaret to its beloved community.

Starways Arts Centre

Starways Arts Centre is a pottery studio, art gallery, and community theatre space which also...

Rootspring House

The Rootspring House team curates intimate house concerts and field recordings. Based in a grand...

Alliance Française du Cap

Loop St, City Centre | A centre for all things French in Cape Town, hosting touring bands and local...

Grand Arena at GrandWest

The Grand Arena is a high-profile venue capable of presenting productions with sophisticated...

Cottage Club

The Cottage Club is spearheaded by Cape Town singer-songwriter and 'musical activist' Bill Knight....

Hillcrest Quarry

A huge space offering an amphitheatre experience for outdoor festivals, and a smaller...

Nik Rabinowitz: Pension Killer

27 - 31 May 2025 | The stand-up comic presents his latest comedy special.

James Bay on Tour

21 Mar 2026 | The internationally acclaimed English singer-songwriter performs in South Africa.

James Bay on Tour

19 Mar 2026 | The internationally acclaimed English singer-songwriter performs in South Africa.

The Goo Goo Dolls

25 & 26 Mar 2025 | The Goo Goo Dolls perform live at Kirstenbosch Gardens.

Michael Flatley’s Lord of The Dance

22 to 24 Aug 2025 | An unforgettable close-up experience of dazzling footwork and thrilling...

Michael Flatley’s Lord of The Dance

15 to 17 Aug 2025 | An unforgettable close-up experience of dazzling footwork and thrilling...

Chicago – The Musical

3 Oct to 9 Nov 2025 | The killer hit musical returns to razzle dazzle South African stages.

Chicago – The Musical

27 Aug to 28 Sept 2025 | The killer hit musical returns to razzle dazzle South African stages.

University of Michigan Orchestra

23 - 24 May 2025 | The university's iconic orchestra tours South Africa with star soloists.

Joseph & Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

9 May - 13 July 2025 | A fresh take on a musical classic

Travis Scott Circus Maximus Tour

11 Oct 2025 | The international rapper returns to South African shores.

Kenny G

2 October 2025 | An acclaimed saxophone player comes to Cape Town

Suidoosterfees

30 April - 4 May 2025 |

A Doll’s House, Part 2

14 May to 7 Jun 2025 | The Tony Award-winning play comes to the Theatre on the Square.

Songs & Stories with Majozi

2 August 2025 | A celebration of a decade of Majozi's work

WinterFest

26 July 2025 | A legendary celebration of South African metal culture

Cape Town Opera: The Barber of Seville

5 - 17 August 2025 | A fully staged version of Rossini’s classic opera.

Jack and the Beanstalk

3 - 27 July 2025 | A school holiday pantomime for the whole family

Riaad Moosa presents: What’s the Point?

26 Jul 2025 | Dr. Riaad Moosa returns with a brand-new comedy show.

Kaleidoscope Festival

22 - 24 August 2025 | A three-day musical and culinary experience

Moffie

2 - 27 September 2025 | A one-man production of an iconic South African story

Goliath & Goliath: The Happiness Economy

18 Jun to 6 Jul 2025 | The brother comedy duo are bringing the funny to Montecasino.

Calum Scott: The Avenoir Tour

14 January 2026 | The Cape Town leg of an internationally acclaimed tour

Cape Town & Joburg Ballet: Swan Lake CPT

25 to 27 July 2025 | A collaboration between two iconic ballet houses.

Cape Town & Joburg Ballet: Swan Lake JHB

4 to 13 July 2025 | A collaboration between two iconic ballet houses.

Blue Live

15 October 2025 | A Greatest Hits tour of a legendary boy band

Comedy on Kloof

Every Tuesday | Cape Town’s Original Queer-Friendly Comedy Show

Kismet

19 and 20 July 2025 | A Bollywood Dance adaptation of Romeo and Juliet

Lentedag

10 Sep 2025 | Pretoria’s biggest student festival bringing the best local music action.

Zip Zap Circus: Chasing Dreams

12 - 13 and 19 - 20 July 2025 | A circus performance featuring all ages.

Zoë Modiga’s Uyakhazimula Tour

25 Jul 2025 | The South African star celebrates her rich discography in her latest tour offering.

Step Brothers with Robby and Dillan

26 Jul 2025 | A two-man comedy show with Robby Collins and Dillan Oliphant.

Joseph and the Amazing Dreamcoat

19 Jul to 28 Sep 2025 | A fast-paced musical telling the story of Joseph and the Amazing...

Lumanyano Mzi – Album Launch CPT

10 July 2025 | The award-winning SA-born, NY-based drummer, composer, producer, and bandleader...

Lumanyano Mzi: Album Launch

12 July 2025 | The award-winning SA-born, NY-based drummer, composer, producer, and bandleader...

Mandisi Dyantyis “Symphonic Celebration”

19 Jul 2025 | Mandisi Dyantyis takes the stage accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra.

Bassline Live

18 Jul 2025 | A musical collaboration between global sensations, MÖRDA and the Soweto Gospel Choir.

Jazz for Young People

26 Jul 2025 | A celebration of youth talent, creativity, and entrepreneurship.

Jozi Opera presents: Songs of Love

20 Jul 2025 | A heartfelt celebration of romantic songs and the emotions that love inspires.

Night of the Queens

10 July 2025 | Cape Town's top drag queens perform.

The Moon Looks Delicious From Here

9 to 27 Jul 2025 | Aldo Brincat’s internationally acclaimed one-man show comes to Joburg.

Jazz Alley: Internet Athi & Bonga Kwana

11 July 2025 | A night of jazz by two acclaimed artists

CPO Spring Symphony Concert Three

11 September 2025 | Martin Pantaleev conducts De Falla, Rodrigo and Tchaikovsky

CPO Spring Symphony Concert Two

4 September 2025 | Daniel Raiskin conducts Beethoven, Wieniawski and Shostakovich

CPO Spring Symphony Concert Four

18 September 2025 | Martin Panteleev conducts Dukas, Berlioz and a new work by Grant McLachlan

A Kaleidoscope of Music

3 Aug 2025 | A concert by the Johannesburg Bach Choir.

Women’s Day w/Anthony Hamilton

9 Aug 2025 | Anthony Hamilton, Joe Thomas and more come together to celebrate the women of Mzansi.