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CT Ballet: Orpheus in the Underworld

Step into the dazzling world of Orpheus in the Underworld, a ballet bursting with wit, glamour, and irresistible charm! Loosely inspired by Jacques Offenbach’s comic operetta, this 1920s set production features flapper girls, Mafia henchmen, Can-Can dancers, and even a penthouse swimming pool for the Gods. The show features music specially arranged by Michael Tuffin.

With choreography by Veronica Paeper, and original designs by Peter Cazalet, this ballet is a riotous romp through love, mischief, and divine chaos.

When Eurydice runs off with Pluto, Orpheus is thrilled, but meddling gods and a nightclub underworld ensure hilarity and spectacle. A timeless crowd-pleaser, this production promises pure entertainment and unforgettable fun!


Date: 12 - 21 June 2026

Time: 7pm | Sat matinee at 2pm | Sun at 2pm

Price: R250 - R650


Venue address: Artscape Theatre Centre, D.F. Malan St, Foreshore, Cape Town

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes


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