From challenging social norms to sparking conversations about important issues, theatre has the ability to provoke thought and inspire change.
On this World Theatre Day, we dive into some of Cape Town’s most well-regarded theatres. From seaside showstoppers to entertainment icons, these venues across the Mother City raise the bar with artistic excellence and world-class productions.
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Kalk Bay Theatre
Kalk Bay Theatre brings a unique theatre experience to those who love the arts. Surrounded by spectacular views of the ocean, this theatre is one-of-a-kind, bursting at the seams with class and pizzazz. World-class entertainment is only a stone’s throw away, and where else to enjoy a show with an epic backdrop than in the gorgeous suburb of Kalk Bay.
- Visit kalkbaytheatre.co.za to have a look at what’s hot and happening.
- Location: Brass Bell Main Road, Kalk Bay
Baxter Theatre
The Baxter Theatre is a vibrant gem nestled in Rondebosch – a multicultural entertainment hub located under the striking Devil’s Peak mountain. This slice of paradise boasts a world-class theatre, concert hall, studio stage, rehearsal rooms, offices, a restaurant and a bar, bringing you the best of everything!
- Visit baxter.co.za for more information.
- Location: Main Road, Rondebosch, Cape Town
Theatre on the Bay
Local stage legend Pieter Toerien established this intimate stage as a fantastic home to world-class entertainment for drama, comedy, dance, musicals and cabaret. This spectacular 264 seater venue is located in the stunning beach suburb of Cape Town and is a platform for absolute magic!
- Visit pietertoerien.co.za for a list of performances.
- Location: 1 Link Street, Camps Bay, Cape Town
The Masque Theatre
This quaint theatre boasts a unique historic space and is home to many theatre societies in Cape Town. As a favourite spot amongst locals, The Masque Theatre is a Muizenberg gem showcasing productions that’ll have you falling into love with theatre performances all over again.
- Visit themasque.co.za for more information.
- Location: 37 Main Road, Muizenberg, Cape Town
Artscape Theatre
The Artscape Theatre brings you an exceptional level of artistic excellence in an array of performing arts areas. Its mission is to advance, promote and preserve multi-cultural performing arts in the nation. As an iconic cultural beacon, this theatre brings world-class productions and high-tech sets to the hungry eyes of enthusiasts waiting to be entertained.
- Visit artscape.co.za for a full list of performances.
- Location: D.F. Malan St, Foreshore, Cape Town
The Labia Theatre
The Labia Movie Theatre on Orange Street is Cape Town’s original independent art movie house and consists of four screens: a 176-seater, a 100-seater, a 65-seater, and an intimate 50-seater. While the facility does not run live theatre performances, as the oldest independent art-repertory cinema in South Africa, this iconic gem shows the best of circuit, independent movies, foreign films, documentaries, classics and other alternative and art-circuit films at affordable prices.
- Take a peek at what’s showing at thelabia.co.za.
- Location: 68 Orange Street, Cape Town
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