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Vincent – His Quest to Love and Be Loved: A Tender Production Uncovering Van Gogh’s Personal Life

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Prima Facie at The Market Theatre: A Powerful Story of Violence, Power and the Flawed Legal System

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The Afrodiaspora Connection 2026: The Full Programme for this Cultural and Music Exchange Project

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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.

Nina Hastie’s TANGENTS

17 and 18 July | Nina Hastie’s brand-new stand-up comedy show.

My Children! My Africa!

20 to 24 Jul 2026 | A three-character play set near the last days of apartheid.

Comedy in the Park

18 July 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.

Peter Pan Jr.

9 June - 26 July 2026 | A magical performance for the young and young at heart.

The Rocky Horror Show

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

Midnight in Parys

12 Jun to 12 Jul 2026 | An award-winning team presents this new play about fateful connections and...

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd

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

The Frog Princess

17 June - 18 July 2026 | Magic, adventure, friendship, and a little bit of mischief.

Disney’s The Lion King JR

2 -19 July 2026 | South Africa's most beloved children's theatre production returns.

Barry Hilton

17 July 2026 | South Africa’s beloved comedian brings the funny to Hotel Sky.

Comedy Night with Jason Goliath

10 July 2026 | A hilarious night featuring the South African Comic's Choice Awards™ winner.

Skhumba’s Weekend Comedy Special

10-11 July 2026 | A weekend of sharp humour, relatable storytelling and big laughs.

Loyiso Gola

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

Woza Albert!

15 to 26 Jul 2026 | The award-winning, critically acclaimed protest play makes a highly anticipated...

Words & Nightmares

21 to 26 Jul 2026 | Play about a journalist confronting his demons while attempting to compile...

Upcoming Dance Shows

Klitsgras Fire Festival

25 July 2026 | A celebration of movement, rhythm, and community spirit around a fire.

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

9 to 12 Jul & 20 to 23 Aug 2026 | A winter series of contemporary and classical ballet.

The Bacchae: An African Choral Ballet

3 to 12 Jul 2026 | A bold reimagining of the Euripides classic.

Upcoming Music Gigs & Concerts

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...

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.

PJ Powers: I’m Coming Home

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

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.

HouseNaxiion

29 Aug 2026 | Four decades of house music in one 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.

R&B Fest

18 July 2026 | The ultimate old school R&B experience, leaving music lovers dancing all night long.

Andreas Tschopp x Shane Cooper

9 July 2026 | An intimate album release party with the Swiss trombonist and the Joburg-based...

Zonke In The Park

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

Arno Carstens Live

17 July 2026 | An intimate evening with a platinum-selling, multiple award-winning...

Mandelapalooza

18 July 2026 | A lifestyle event honouring the legacy of Nelson Mandela through live music and acts...

Liquideep Live

23 July 2026 | The two architects of South African soulful house perform new songs and familiar...

1 Night with Fifi Cooper Tour

25 July 2026 | An intimate evening celebrating 11 years of the South African hip-hop and Motswako...

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.

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