Performance - What's on in Joburg

Upcoming Theatre & Comedy Shows

Tshwane Youth Arts Festival

19 - 29 Aug 2026 | A two-week long youth centered art festival.

MAMMA MIA!

13 Oct to 22 Nov 2026 | The feel-good performance celebrating the magic of ABBA returns.

The Jungle Book

14 to 27 Sept 2026 | VR Theatrical restages their adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s the 'Jungle...

Afropocalypse

19 Nov to 7 Dec 2025 | A new South African production directed by Daniel Buckland.

Comedy in the Park

15 Aug 2026 | A mid-month comedy show with your favourite comedians.

Royal Countess Zingara

Starts 20 Jun 2026 | Dazzling dinner and show spectacular.

Marc Lottering: Ankle Marc

7 Aug 2026 | South Africa's top comic shares his new stand-up comedy show.

The Rocky Horror Show

12 Jun to 16 Aug 2026 | The legendary cult musical lands in Joburg.

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd

21 Aug to 27 Sept 2026 | Agatha Christie's murder mystery takes the Montecasino stage.

Barry Hilton

18 Sept 2026 | South Africa’s beloved comedian brings the funny.

Loyiso Gola

28 Aug 2026 | The Emmy-nominated comedian offers a masterclass in satire and observational humor.

A Good House

6 to 30 Aug 2026 | This thrilling and comedic hit play comes to The Market Theatre.

An Idiot’s Guide to Wine

Select days from 14 Aug to 21 Nov 2026 | Stand-up comedy with a curated tasting of six different...

Samuel Beckett’s First Love

6 to 9 Aug 2026 | A South African stage adaptation of Samuel Beckett’s short story.

The Jury Experience

1 Aug & 31 Oct 2026 | Step into the world of justice, where you become the jury in a live,...

Bafunny Bafunny

4 -5 Sept 2026 | South Africa's biggest comics form the National Team of Comedy in a nationwide...

Upcoming Dance Shows

Private Presley – The Ballet

24 Oct to 30 Nov 2025 | A ballet production about the life and legend of Elvis Presley.

Cape Ballet Africa presents Swan Lake

7 to 21 Aug 2026 | World’s most loved and enduring ballet comes to Johannesburg.

WGRUV Dance Company: Highlights

20 to 23 Aug 2026 | A winter series of contemporary and classical ballet.

Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty

2 Aug and 1 Nov 2026 | A beloved tale is brought to life with classical dance and beautiful...

Upcoming Music Gigs & Concerts

Back to the City Festival

10 Oct 2026 | Celebrating twenty years of the biggest hip-hop festival in Africa.

Spring Fiesta

3 Oct 2026 | An annual showcase of top tier South African talent.

Galaxy 947 Joburg Day

5 Sept 2026 | An epic annual music festival featuring fan-favourite artists.

Galpalooza II: Klitsgras Drumming

9 August 2026 | A unique festival celebrating and honouring incredible women in the SA music and...

The St David’s SpringFest

19 Sept 2026 | A live music, market and drinks experience featuring some of the best local acts.

In The City

4 Oct 2026 | A single-day concert with critically acclaimed TDE emcee and multi-dimensional artist...

James Bay on Tour [CANCELLED]

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

Rosefest

9 August 2026 | Shekhinah’s all-female music festival returns.

Galpalooza

9 August 2026 | A unique festival celebrating and honouring women in the South African music and...

Zee Nation Fest

9 Aug 2026 | A day to night music festival hosted by DJ Zinhle.

Ndlovu Youth Choir Heritage Tour

30 July - 2 Aug 2026 | South Africa’s much-loved choristers bring new life to this year’s local...

PJ Powers: I’m Coming Home

31 Oct & 1 Nov 2025 | Breathtaking production by the Mzansi Youth Choir featuring the...

Twilight Open Air Festival

27 to 29 Nov 2026 | Journey into the heart of sound.

Msaki In The Park

6 Sept 2026 | A serenade under the sun by a major local talent.

J. Cole’s ‘The Fall Off World Tour’

12 Dec 2026 | The international rapper stops in Joburg on his The Fall Off World Tour.

Jill Scott: To Whom This May Concern

7 November 2026 | The neo-soul icon comes to Mzansi

DAVE: The Boy Who Played the Harp Tour

3 Oct 2026 | The global rap superstar is coming to South Africa for the first time ever.

Tamia Live

10 Aug 2026 | Canadian singer-songwriter and global R&B superstar makes a special return to South...

Maxwell Live

8 Aug 2026 | American R&B and neo-soul icon brings his sultry, smooth vocals to Pretoria.

Bongane Sax Presents: Sweet Love

1 Aug 2026 | Live concert celebrating the music of Tamia and Brandy.

Scatterlings

1 Aug 2026 | A music festival featuring South Africa's biggest stars and celebrating unity.

House Naxiion

29 Aug 2026 | Four decades of house music celebrated from day to night.

Limp Bizkit Live

13 Dec 2026 | The iconic nu metal band hit South African stages.

NE-YO Live in South Africa

18 Oct 2026 | The three-time Grammy award-winning hitmaker returns to South African stages.

Kehlani ft. Destin Conrad

15 Dec 2026 | Two-time Grammy Award-winning R&B vocalist Kehlani returns with special guest Destin...

Fatboy Slim

12 Dec 2026 | Electronic music legend Fatboy Slim returns to South Africa.

Zonke In The Park

9 Aug 2026 | The South African singer, songwriter, and record producer celebrates Women's Day at...

Oskido’s Big Day Out

28 Nov 2026 | A lifestyle festival blending music, food, fashion and culture into a unique...

Lady Zamar at The Greenhouse

9 Aug 2026 | The celebrated vocalist delivers a powerful performance on Women's Day.

Goldfish Submerged

8 Aug 2026 | The electronic, award-winning duo leads a high-energy event blending electronic dance...

Amapiano Fest

29 Aug 2026 | An evening celebrating the best of amapiano.

Scorpion Kings Live

19 Sept 2026 | A family affair celebrating the unity and global rise of Amapiano.

Sjava x Lebo Sekgobela x Lwah Ndlunkulu

1 Aug 2026 | An evening of world-class entertainment with some of South Africa's most celebrated...

Tribute to Women

29 Aug 2026 | An outdoor music festival celebrating the great women of South Africa.

Somizi’s Shades of Pink

29 Aug 2026 | A celebration of women, fashion, entertainment, and vibrant energy.

Outside Already

8 Aug 2026 | A cultural event from one of South Africa’s fastest-rising cultural platforms.

Confesstival

8 Aug 2026 | A musical experience bringing the Confessions online community to life.

Brandy Live

17 - 18 Dec 2026 | The multi-platinum-selling singer-songwriter headlines the 2026 All White Soul...

Padstal Beer Fest

11 Sept 2026 | Gauteng's premier outdoor festival features two days of live music, great food and...

Grxxvy Escape ft. Oscar Mbo

12 Sept 2026 | A premier spring music event led by the SAMA-nominated DJ, music producer, and...

Mzansi Unbound

7 and 8 Aug 2026 | The internationally acclaimed Mzansi Youth Choir returns to the Soweto Theatre...

The Soul & RnB Xperience

26 Sept 2026 | A refined live music and lifestyle experience featuring some of South Africa’s...

French Montana + Guests

5 Dec 2026 | Global hip-hop superstar headlines landmark event in Johannesburg.

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