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	NB: as of 23 September 2008, all new artSMart articles are being published on the site news.artsmart.co.za. THE DINING ROOM DUT presents delicious witty, poignant and dramatic peep into family life around the dinner table. (article published 2008-08-26) - Read more SANTA’S FOOTPRINTS Production at Kwasuka Theatre to benefit Feed The Babies Fund. (article published 2008-08-23) - Read more NEW SUBURBIA Ashwin Singh, Hamish Kyd and Dhaveshan Govender – with the help of Shika Budhoo – present amusing sketch-styled show at Catalina. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-08-22) - Read more OUT THE BOX FAMILY FESTIVAL Think Theatre and Adi Paxton productions for Cape Town Festival. (article published 2008-08-19) - Read more NEW SUBURBIA Hilarious sketch-based topical comedy moves to Catalina Theatre: (article published 2008-08-18) - Read more FALLIBLE FABLES New short story collection adds to impressive collection of writing for young people. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-08-17) - Read more FINALISTS OF 10TH ANNUAL ACT AWARDS Award structure recognises those who play an integral role in arts development and promotion. (article published 2008-08-16) - Read more TAXI JAM Kwasa production still has the same vibey energy 18 years down the line! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-08-16) - Read more RESEARCH IN DRAMA EDUCATION - CALL FOR PAPERS Scholarly papers, provocations, interviews or scripted conversations are invited for RiDE. (article published 2008-08-15) - Read more SITUATION VACANT! Production Manager / Co-ordinator needed for Cape Town musical drama. (article published 2008-08-15) - Read more REALITY BYTES Amusing and cleverly-devised send-up of reality shows has much humour. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-08-13) - Read more PLAYHOUSE COMPANY SCHOOLS SEASON Double bill of matric setworks especially adapted for the stage. (article published 2008-08-12) - Read more PROPOSALS FOR 2009 NAF The National Arts Festival, Grahamstown invites proposals for presentations at 2009 Festival. (article published 2008-08-11) - Read more DURBAN SHOWS AT HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL Top-rate Durban stage shows dominate festival programme. (Report by Billy Suter, courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2008-08-11) - Read more STORYTELLING DAY AT ASHBURTON Gcina Mhlope to ply her magic for young people. (article published 2008-08-11) - Read more THOSE INDIAN GUYS! Comedy with an East Infection for Suncoast Supernova. (article published 2008-08-10) - Read more REALITY BYTES Winner of this year’s Fringe Audience Favourite Award to appear at Square Space Theatre, UKZN. (article published 2008-08-10) - Read more WHOLEBANGSHOOT IN FACEBOOK Online casting and talent management solution launches Facebook application. (article published 2008-08-10) - Read more MAN’S WORLD Continuing collaboration between Eager Artists and Netherlands-based Het Waterhuis produces powerful drama sensitively handled. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-08-7) - Read more CLASSROOMS IN THE SHADE Shanthee Manjoo’s latest book adds a unique perspective to South Africa's history. (article published 2008-08-7) - Read more CHOPS, CHOONS & SPAN OF DOPS Two performances of laugh-a-minute comedy at Suncoast. (article published 2008-08-7) - Read more FAUST AND FURIOUS Durban High School presents humorous reworking of the Faust story. (article published 2008-08-4) - Read more LOCAL ‘N LEKKER COMEDY Cadbury celebrates launch of 2008 chocolate range with countrywide comedy tour. (article published 2008-08-4) - Read more REAL HEAVYWEIGHT COMEDY JAM The Heavyweight Comedy Jam returns fitter and funnier than ever before. (article published 2008-08-4) - Read more NIGHT, MOTHER Excellently performed, Marsha Norman’s beautiful script deals frankly and realistically with the subject of suicide. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-08-2) - Read more THE LOVER Josette Eales and Liam Magner present Pinter’s simmering tale of marital folly. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-08-2) - Read more NEW SUBURBIA New sketch-based topical new comedy show for Sibaya and Catalina. (article published 2008-08-2) - Read more THE GAME Duma Ndlovu’s script and direction plus ensemble cast of strong actresses make for compelling theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-08-1) - Read more PLAYHOUSE’S SAWAF 2008 UPDATE Updated programme of Playhouse Company’s 12th South African Women’s Arts Festival (article published 2008-07-30) - Read more ST ANNE’S THEATRE FESTIVAL 2008 Strong line-up for festival taking place from August 6 to 13. (article published 2008-07-30) - Read more SOPHIATOWN FOR SCHOOLS Special school performances for Catalina Theatre production. (article published 2008-07-30) - Read more DEATH OF BLAISE KOCH Actor and dialogue coach dies on July 21. (article published 2008-07-30) - Read more SOPHIATOWN Young cast does justice to the legend of Sophiatown in Catalina production. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-07-27) - Read more LIGHT SEEKERS ENTERTAINERS Local production of comedians from KwaMashu and various townships. (article published 2008-07-24) - Read more HIGHLIGHTS AND FOOTLIGHTS Photographer Bob Martin’s tribute to South African stage and screen. (article published 2008-07-23) - Read more THE GAME Duma Ndlovu's acclaimed stage drama forms centrepiece of SA Women's Arts Festival. (article published 2008-07-23) - Read more SA WOMEN’S ARTS FESTIVAL 2008 Playhouse Company’s 12th South African Women’s Arts Festival to run from July 29 to August 16. (article published 2008-07-20) - Read more CHOPS, CHOONS & SPAN OF DOPS Two performances only of laugh-a-minute comedy on August 16 at Suncoast. (article published 2008-07-20) - Read more GAIL SAMUELS FOR LOTUS SABC appoints new manager for Lotus fm (article published 2008-07-19) - Read more THE WIZARD OF OZ Delightful family fantasy musical from KickstArt due to be presented in August. (article published 2008-07-19) - Read more LAUNCH OF COMEDY THEATRE LABORATORY A cuppa chai, chillie bites and comedy at the BAT Centre. (article published 2008-07-17) - Read more CASSANDRA @ No.77 Dark comedy written and produced by Pranesh Maharaj to be shown at Comedy Theatre Laboratory launch. (article published 2008-07-17) - Read more CATCH Jacobus van Heerden does excellent job of communicating the story. (Review by Shika Budhoo) (article published 2008-07-17) - Read more THE COMEDY REVOLUTION Use of perpetual four-letter word mars otherwise enjoyable evening. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2008-07-15) - Read more NIGHT, MOTHER & THE LOVER Square Space Theatre to host double bill of the best of British and American theatre. (article published 2008-07-15) - Read more CINDY NGIDI FUNERAL Funeral for Durban actress/singer to take place on July 13 with Memorial Service at the BAT Centre on July 18. (article published 2008-07-10) - Read more JULY WOW COMEDY JAMZ Eubulus Tracy and Glen Bo share the stage with John Vlismas and Marc Lottering. (article published 2008-07-10) - Read more TRIBUTES TO CINDY NGIDI Hamish Kyd and Siyakhanya Event Co-Ordinators pay tribute to the young Durban actress who died on Monday. (article published 2008-07-9) - Read more THE COMEDY REVOLUTION TOUR Africa’s longest, most cutting edge stand-up tour for Durban. (article published 2008-07-8) - Read more LOLLIPOP LANE New comedy for Lotus FM by Clinton Marius. (article published 2008-07-8) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR DARK OUTSIDER Hexagon Theatre in Pietermaritzburg looking for actors for Anthony Akerman play. (article published 2008-07-8) - Read more DEATH OF CINDY NGIDI Talented actress and singer passed away this morning after heart complications. (article published 2008-07-7) - Read more BIKO: WHERE THE SOUL RESIDES Exciting and dramatic play honouring his achievements but allowing us to know the man. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-07-6) - Read more # UNTITLED Disturbing but excellently presented journey dealing with fear from Young Artist Award Winner. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-07-6) - Read more JAKOB Endearing story uses wonder gizmos to produce magical lighting effects. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-07-6) - Read more TEN BUSH Dramatic and intensely visual tale of witchcraft and intrigue. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-07-6) - Read more THRASH Twelve talented youngsters in story dealing with the challenges that beset young people these days. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-07-6) - Read more I, CLAUDIA One of the most beautiful pieces of theatre on the festival. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-07-6) - Read more BAR FLIES Brilliant piece of physical theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-07-5) - Read more AUSTRALIA VS SOUTH AFRICA Ellis Pearson and Bheki Mkhwane link up with Australian duo for highly amusing and innovative production. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-07-5) - Read more FOR YOUR EARS ONLY Brilliant “master-class” on radio theatre from Paul Slab. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-07-5) - Read more STONE ANGEL Compelling drama reaching across the span of over a century from Kobus Moolman. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-07-5) - Read more SATURDAY NIGHT AT THE PALACE NAF: Effective DHS production (Review by Shika Budhoo) (article published 2008-07-4) - Read more CONQUERING THE FRINGE Seminar given by Geraldine Naidoo and Matthew Ribnick at The National Arts Festival. (Report by Shika Budhoo) (article published 2008-07-4) - Read more GODS, FATE AND A LIBRARIAN NAF: Directed by Michael Pearce with Haidee Crowe and Erica Glyn-Jones at Vicky’s. (Review by Shika Budhoo) (article published 2008-07-2) - Read more ALLIANCE FRANCAISE WORKSHOP A Day at the Theatre is offered on July 12. (article published 2008-07-2) - Read more MICHELLE CONSTANT NEW BASA CEO Business & Arts South Africa appoints new CEO. (article published 2008-07-2) - Read more BARRY HILTON - TUNING YOU SINCE ‘82 South Africa’s favourite cousin back at Sibaya Casino & Entertainment Kingdom. (article published 2008-07-2) - Read more ALLIANCE FRANCAISE WORKSHOP A Day at the Theatre is offered on July 12. (article published 2008-07-2) - Read more STORY SEEKER A delightful piece of innovative theatre. (Review by Janet Whelan) (article published 2008-07-1) - Read more BARRY HILTON - TUNING YOU SINCE ‘82 South Africa’s favourite cousin back at Sibaya Casino & Entertainment Kingdom. (article published 2008-07-1) - Read more KZNPO CONCERT: JUNE 26 2008 US conductor Leslie Dunner seems to be able to extract the best from our orchestra, and their playing was uniformly good. (Review by Michael Green) (article published 2008-06-29) - Read more LOTUSFM WINTER DRIVE CAMPAIGN Enjoy LotusFM’s radio drama? Then help the station make a difference. (article published 2008-06-29) - Read more THIS FRAGILE VEHICLE Relevant, intelligent, sexy new comedy/drama by Ian Hadfield for Kwasuka. (article published 2008-06-29) - Read more THE BAT CAFÉ SUPPER CLUB RETURNS! Vivian Moodley of BAT Café to present follow-up to highly successful inaugural event. (article published 2008-06-27) - Read more SPRINGBOK RADIO ONLINE Springbok Radio programmes to be available on internet. (article published 2008-06-25) - Read more MANY HAPPY RETURNS Quirky comedy about two misfits who meet in an airport holding area. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-06-24) - Read more NEW ACTS STAND-UP COMPETITION Thunder Rock Diner to host first Durban competition of stand-up. (article published 2008-06-23) - Read more THEATRE EXPOSED! Explore the myriad and magic of live theatre at the Durban Art Gallery. (article published 2008-06-23) - Read more CONNEXXIONS OF COMEDY Four of SA’s top comic acts for iZulu Theatre at Sibaya. (article published 2008-06-23) - Read more NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH Superb performances in John Kani’s play makes for riveting entertainment. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-06-20) - Read more SATURDAY NIGHT AT THE PALACE Mature, focused and well-controlled professional performances from DHS matric pupils in Slabolepszy classic. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-06-19) - Read more SATURDAY NIGHT AT THE PALACE Mature, focused and well-controlled professional performances from DHS matric pupils in Slabolepszy classic. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-06-18) - Read more NOT THE GRAHAMSTOWN FESTIVAL Catalina Theatre to host a selection of local productions headed for the National Arts Festival. (article published 2008-06-17) - Read more THE SUITCASE MAKER Preview of student production going to Grahamstown. (article published 2008-06-15) - Read more ANTIQUE AND DECORATIVE ARTS AUCTION Next event at Old Church Auction Gallery on June 18. (article published 2008-06-14) - Read more NEA FINAL CALL FOR ENTRIES National Eisteddfod Academy 2008: final call for entries. (article published 2008-06-14) - Read more NAF FRINGE PHYSICAL THEATRE Productions probe topical issues in Grahamstown. (article published 2008-06-14) - Read more WHATS IN THE BOX? Four day performing arts workshop for ages 8 to 15. (article published 2008-06-14) - Read more BOO TO THE MOON Hilton College and St Anne’s College combine to present Paul Slabolepszy play. (article published 2008-06-14) - Read more AUDITION FOR TOTO KickstArt to hold dog auditions for forthcoming production of The Wizard Of Oz. (article published 2008-06-14) - Read more DECADENCE Fundraiser performance for new artists management company. (article published 2008-06-11) - Read more STYLEBUDD Props and Wardrobe Hire company opens in Durban. (article published 2008-06-11) - Read more NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH Red-letter event for theatre-goers in KwaZulu-Natal. (article published 2008-06-7) - Read more STORY SEEKER A magical, musical shadow play for ages 7 to 107 from Kwasuka. (article published 2008-06-7) - Read more FUNERAL OF ALFRED NOKWE Funeral of theatre luminary to take place in Kwa Mashu tomorrow (June 7). (article published 2008-06-6) - Read more TRIBUTE TO ALFRED NOKWE The passing of a valued friend and a Durban theatre legend. (Tribute by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-06-4) - Read more MARC SALEM World-renowned mentalist set to wow Durban again! (article published 2008-06-4) - Read more DEATH OF ALFRED NOKWE Death of entertainment industry legend. (article published 2008-06-3) - Read more HEXAGON AUDITIONS FOR CABARET Hexagon Theatre in Pietermaritzburg to audition for the musical “Cabaret”. (article published 2008-06-2) - Read more HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL The search is on for stars for new reality series. (article published 2008-06-2) - Read more ALL-NEW THEATRE AT NAF Nine premieres are on the cards for main National Arts Festival programme. (article published 2008-06-2) - Read more EZASEMANDULO – CELEBRATING AFRICA BAT Centre event aims to connect people of different cultures and embrace the kaleidoscope of SA people and their cultures. (article published 2008-05-30) - Read more RAJESH GOPIE AT HILTON COLLEGE THEATRE “Out of Bounds” - award winning play written and performed by Rajesh Gopie for Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2008-05-30) - Read more HILARIOUS HYPNOTIST FOR SIBAYA Andre the Hilarious Hypnotist to perform his humorous band of hypnosis at Sibaya. (article published 2008-05-30) - Read more CHAROUES ARE THE MANJAROES Catalina Theatre surges forth with new vigour and entertaining double bill. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-05-29) - Read more SUPPER CLUB AT BAT Good buffet, live music and comedy at BAT Cafe on June 1. (article published 2008-05-27) - Read more THE CRUCIBLE I was stirred by the sheer ‘passion for performance’ of those on stage in successful rendition of Arthur Miller’s play. (Review by Shika Budhoo) (article published 2008-05-27) - Read more OUT OF BOUNDS On performance of Rajesh Gopie’s award-winning play for The Theatre - St Anne’s College. (article published 2008-05-26) - Read more SHIRLEY VALENTINE Lisa Bobbert does full justice to Willy Russell’s famous Liverpool housewife character in a splendid performance. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-05-25) - Read more AZIBUYE ESEZADLULA Well-directed vibrant musical production looks at traditions versus contemporary Western values. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-05-23) - Read more SHOSHOLOZA Premiere of brand new, full-scale theatrical musical at Winston Churchill Theatre in Pietermaritzburg. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2008-05-19) - Read more DURBAN PRESENCE ON ARTCHA New arts programme on Wednesday nights on SABC2 at 20h00. (article published 2008-05-19) - Read more WOW COMEDY JAMZ Traditional names in comedy as well as fresh and very funny new blood. (article published 2008-05-19) - Read more ANDRE THE HILARIOUS HYPNOTIST IN PMB High voltage humour at the Hexagon Theatre from popular performer. (article published 2008-05-19) - Read more SHIRLEY VALENTINE The inimitable Lisa Bobbert appears in much-loved drama. (article published 2008-05-19) - Read more PLAYHOUSE AUDITIONS FOR QUEEN III One of the most remarkable productions the legendary musicals director Geoffrey Sutherland produced was Queen at the Opera. This spectacularly-dramatic tribute to the music of the British rock group Queen was presented in the Playhouse Opera (for which it was designed) and since that time there have been similar re-runs of the work. (article published 2008-05-18) - Read more HOPE FOR SOUTH AFRICAN THEATRE Letter from Shantal Singh, Theatre Producer/Clinical Psychologist. (article published 2008-05-17) - Read more STORY SEEKER Magical musical shadow play for all ages to run at Kwasuka Cutting Edge Theatre in June. (article published 2008-05-17) - Read more CHAROUES ARE THE MANJAROES Two fun one-hander productions to provide comic relief at the recently-revived Catalina Theatre. (article published 2008-05-17) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR ALADDIN Actor’s Co-Operative to hold auditions for next show on May 18. (article published 2008-05-17) - Read more WESTVILLE THEATRE CLUB AUDITIONS Vibrant amateur theatre group hold auditions for annual Civic show. (article published 2008-05-17) - Read more MADRAS MASALA 2 - MOVIE MUJJA Joke-shedding takes to the iZulu Theatre at Sibaya in pukka hot show. (article published 2008-05-17) - Read more THE CRUCIBLE DUT to stage iconic Arthur Miller play written in the early 1950s. (article published 2008-05-12) - Read more FAMILY Adaptation of the Greek tragedy “The Oresteia” for UKZN Drama Dept and environs. (article published 2008-05-12) - Read more REACH FOR A DREAM Jabulani the Dreamer to visit hospital wards dispensing large doses of laughter. (article published 2008-05-12) - Read more COMEDY REVOLUTION TOUR Nine comedians head for Durban in SA’s longest, most rural and cutting edge stand-up tour. (article published 2008-05-12) - Read more SCREENING FOR GEMMA Respected theatre technician finds innovative way to support daughter’s project. (article published 2008-05-10) - Read more THE OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT WENT TO SEE Robin Singh directs delightful musical version of Edward Lear’s poem. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-05-10) - Read more PASSION ON LIGHTHOUSE ROAD Evening of Chekhov on the Bluff endowed with a spirit of discovery. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-05-8) - Read more KING OF OLD TRAFFORD Dhaveshan Govender’s entertaining one-man show for Witbank. (article published 2008-05-4) - Read more PROPOSALS FOR PLAYHOUSE Playhouse Company invites proposals for productions in 2009/10. (article published 2008-05-4) - Read more LIFELINE FOR CATALINA THEATRE! Rainbow Chicken agrees to resolve the theatre’s financial predicament. (article published 2008-05-3) - Read more RECORDINGS.CO.ZA Exciting new project aims to centralise entertainment industry co-ordination. (article published 2008-05-2) - Read more CALL FOR PROPOSALS Biennial Dramatic Learning Spaces conference invited proposals for academic papers, workshops and posters. (article published 2008-05-2) - Read more WARNING THIS IS DURBAN! Charity Comedy show at BAT Centre on May 2. (article published 2008-04-29) - Read more LIFE CHECK Youth Development Initiative at BAT Centre on May 3. (article published 2008-04-29) - Read more BRUTAL TUNES REVISITED Devised, directed and performed by a brilliant quartet of talents, the show could hold its own on stages round the world. (Review by Lynne Goodman) (article published 2008-04-26) - Read more SOMEWHERE IN TIME DHS takes original rock musical to its own theatre. Review by Caroline Smart (article published 2008-04-26) - Read more 11TH BUSINESS DAY-BASA AWARDS NOMINEES Celebrating the art of business sponsorship, nominees vie for prestigious awards. (article published 2008-04-24) - Read more SHAKESPEARE IN SOUTH AFRICA Interview by The Bloomington Alternative with Murray McGibbon on his production of “the Tempest” in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2008-04-24) - Read more THUNDER ROAD COMEDY Stand-up comedy show for Florida Road music venue on April 24. (article published 2008-04-24) - Read more PANSA IN TURKEY Themi Venturas attends at the European Festivals Association Conference in Turkey. (article published 2008-04-24) - Read more 99% ZULU COMEDY SHOW The most trusted brand of Zulu stand-up comedy in KZN for Playhouse Drama. (article published 2008-04-24) - Read more CATALINA THEATRE CLOSES DOORS Wilson’s Wharf venue to close at end of April. (article published 2008-04-21) - Read more CALLING VODAFONE EXTRAS Navigator Films aiming to rectify unfortunate situation where extras were not paid for appearances. (article published 2008-04-20) - Read more NALEDI THEATRE AWARDS ON SABC3 Top viewing for Freedom Day will be a 90-minute special of the recent controversial awards ceremony. (article published 2008-04-20) - Read more INNOCENT TIMES Groundbreaking green screen magic in new six-part drama on M-Net. (article published 2008-04-19) - Read more NEW DIRECTORS Season of half-hour plays directed by UKZN PMB Honours students in Drama and Performance Studies for Hexagon. (article published 2008-04-19) - Read more WOW COMEDY JAMZ Traditional names in comedy circuit as well as fresh and very funny blood! (article published 2008-04-19) - Read more PASSION ON LIGHTHOUSE ROAD Newly formed Bluff theatre group presents Chekhov on the Bluff. (article published 2008-04-19) - Read more FREEDOM EXTRAVAGANZA Enjoyable family outing at Riverdene Secondary School. (article published 2008-04-19) - Read more BEAUTY AND THE B.E.E! A triumph for Ben Voss in this laugh-a-minute one-man/woman show! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-04-18) - Read more BRIDESMAID Amusing and entertaining look at bridesmaids will appeal to males and females alike! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-04-17) - Read more BRIDESMAID AND MY CV Short season of top one-woman plays for the Catalina: (article published 2008-04-14) - Read more KING OF OLD TRAFFORD Amusing yet poignant play from Dhaveshan Govender offers an entertaining theatre experience. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-04-11) - Read more KING OF OLD TRAFFORD Dhaveshan Govender launches his one-man play. (article published 2008-04-10) - Read more BEAUTY AND THE B.E.E! Beauty Ramapelepele presents a “fly on the wall” view of South Africa’s new black elite superbly. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2008-04-7) - Read more LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD Enjoyable retelling of classic story with new twists and turns to keep children and adults entertained. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2008-04-7) - Read more THE JAMAL SYNDROME Revival of Essop Khan and Mohammed Alli’s comedy production to play Truro Hall on April 11. (article published 2008-04-7) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS 2008 Sixth annual Fools Award took place at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre on April 1. (article published 2008-04-7) - Read more JOHN SIMPSON MEMORIAL CELEBRATION Memorial celebration of veteran broadcaster and radio actor to take place on April 8 at the Durban Country Club. (article published 2008-04-6) - Read more DEATH OF JOHN SIMPSON Veteran broadcaster and radio actor dies in Durban at the age of 84 after suffering a stroke. (article published 2008-04-2) - Read more NATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL: THEATRE Treasure trove of talent expected for the NAF in Grahamstown, taking place from June 26 to July 5. (article published 2008-04-2) - Read more WIZARD OF OZ AUDITIONS KickstArt to hold auditions for forthcoming production on April 12. (article published 2008-03-31) - Read more BOBBIN AND THE MYSTIC PATHWAY Fun play for children directed by Peter Mitchell at Hexagon theatre in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2008-03-31) - Read more JUST SO STORIES Botanic Gardens Amphitheatre hosts another charming Actors’ Co-Operative production for youngsters. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-03-28) - Read more SPEECH & DRAMA ASS CHAIRMAN’S REPORT Prof Mervyn McMurtry highlighted serious challenges facing the Association at the AGM. (article published 2008-03-24) - Read more ELECTIONS AND ERECTIONS IN THE US Pieter-Dirk Uys to spend two months in the United States. (article published 2008-03-24) - Read more WOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD Amy Kleinhans-Curd encourages nominations for prestigious award. (article published 2008-03-21) - Read more 99% ZULU COMEDY SHOW Comedy show to take place at the Playhouse on March 27. (article published 2008-03-21) - Read more WOW COMEDY JAMZ Durban’s funny man Afzal Khan to appear in new comedy show. (article published 2008-03-21) - Read more DEATH OF MRS ANDRE Familiar personality linked to NAPAC and the Playhouse dies at the age of 97. (article published 2008-03-17) - Read more BEAUTY AND THE B.E.E! Ben Voss’s new show is hailed as “Black by Popular Demand!” (article published 2008-03-16) - Read more GOINGPLACES Arts and tourism promotion company now has a presence at the Dept of Arts and Culture’s new offices. (article published 2008-03-15) - Read more RISING STAR EASTER WORKSHOP Booking for the Rising Star Academy Easter Holiday Workshop is open! (article published 2008-03-15) - Read more INSPIRED! Uplifting weekend of creative connection this weekend (March 15 and 16) at Umdloti Beach. (article published 2008-03-12) - Read more BUCKLAND & PEARSON AT THE HEX Andrew Buckland and Ellis Pearson at the Hexagon Theatre in Pietermaritzburg this weekend! (article published 2008-03-12) - Read more OLEANNA No academic diatribe but a riveting and extremely well-presented dramatic slice of life. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-03-12) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR ROCKY HORROR Barnyard Theatres invite local performers to try out for a role in famous rock ‘n roll musical. (article published 2008-03-9) - Read more CLASSICFEEL GOES NATIONWIDE Demand necessitates extended distribution for upmarket magazine. (article published 2008-03-8) - Read more SCHOOL OF ROCK SA AUDITIONS High School learners who can sing, dance and act invited to audition for Unilever Young Performers Project. (article published 2008-03-8) - Read more LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD Dingalings Productions to entertain little ones with charming re-telling of children’s story. (article published 2008-03-8) - Read more EXTRA HAMLET Extra public performance of schools’ production on March 6 at Playhouse. (article published 2008-03-6) - Read more HERO Craig Morris to appear in latest production in Pietermaritzburg on February 29 and March 1. (article published 2008-02-28) - Read more THE TAMING OF THE SHREW William Shakespeare’s comedy for Hexagon Studio Theatre. (article published 2008-02-28) - Read more MY NIRVANA: KILL THE LIGHTS South African stand up Glen Bo to perform at Dockyard. (article published 2008-02-22) - Read more BEYOND THE BOX Corrie “the Postmaster” Campbell to present show at Treverton as well as interview with John van de Ruit. (article published 2008-02-22) - Read more WARNING! THIS IS DURBAN Variety talent performance showcasing KZN talent at BAT Centre. (article published 2008-02-22) - Read more OUT THE BOX AUDITIONS Organiser looking for fresh singers, dancers and actors for corporate events. (article published 2008-02-22) - Read more LITTLE TRAVELLER Exhibition at Durban Art Gallery features work from Woza Moya project. (article published 2008-02-20) - Read more PRO HELVETIA Call for Grant Applications to support professional art projects involving exchange within the SADC countries. (article published 2008-02-20) - Read more DEADLINE EXTENDED! Deadline for the 11th Annual Business Day-BASA Awards 2007 has been extended to March 14. (article published 2008-02-20) - Read more OLEANNA Fascinating theatrical study fuelled with sexual tension by David Mamet. (article published 2008-02-20) - Read more RADIO LIVE! Radio personalities present fund-raiser to support colleague. (article published 2008-02-20) - Read more JAMAL SYNDROME Essop Khan and Mohamed Ali return with updated version of smash hit comedy. (article published 2008-02-20) - Read more CALL FOR PROPOSALS Biennial Dramatic Learning Spaces conference scheduled to take place in Pietermaritzburg in September. (article published 2008-02-20) - Read more HAMLET Iain Robinson puts in excellent performance as an alert, roguish and pragmatic Prince of Denmark. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-02-17) - Read more PIETER-DIRK AND EVITA TO BERLIN Pieter-Dirk Uys and Evita Bezuidenhout to attend the 58th Berlin Film Festival. (article published 2008-02-15) - Read more RETURN OF DE COMPLEAT HSTRY OF DBN Amusing historical comedy returns to Catalina Theatre for a short run. (article published 2008-02-15) - Read more AMAGAMA AMATHATHU While dealing with HIV/AIDS this is an entertaining piece of theatre for young people. (Review by Janet Whelan) (article published 2008-02-15) - Read more BRETT GOLDIN BURSARY Applications invited for auditions for the 2008 Brett Goldin Bursary. (article published 2008-02-10) - Read more NAF FRINGE DEADLINE Registration deadline looms for National Arts Festival Fringe. (article published 2008-02-2) - Read more SHAKESPEARE: THE BARD'S BEST Dynamic new schools production suitable for grades 8 to 12 presented by SparepArts Productions. (article published 2008-02-2) - Read more AT THE PLAYHOUSE IN 2008 Wide variety of shows to be presented catering for a broad spectrum of communities. (article published 2008-01-27) - Read more MICHAEL NAICKER RETURNS TO SIBAYA Super-cool, rebel-without-a-clue South African Indian comedy character returns to KZN. (article published 2008-01-27) - Read more BUSINESS DAY-BASA AWARDS 2007 Business sponsors of the arts are invited to enter the 2007 Business Day-BASA Awards. (article published 2008-01-25) - Read more ART MATTERS January 2008 column by Illa Thompson. (Courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2008-01-23) - Read more MUSHO FESTIVAL CLOSING CABARET Superb gesture by organisers of the festival sees Musho close in fitting style. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2008-01-23) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS Nominations invited for 6th awards online voting system. (article published 2008-01-23) - Read more MOTOWN FOR EVER! Enjoyable theatre and I'll be back for a second helping. (Review by Brian Roodt) (article published 2008-01-21) - Read more MUSHO CLOSING PARTY Musho! Cabaret Closing Party & PANSA Fund Raiser to take place on January 13 at 19h30. (article published 2008-01-13) - Read more JAKOB Excellent and energetic performance from Bryan Hiles in Musho Festival production. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2008-01-13) - Read more THE TRICKY PART Riveting performance from Peter Hayes in Musho Festival production. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2008-01-13) - Read more BOMBSTYLE Entertaining production on Musho Festival tends to be repetitive. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2008-01-11) - Read more FELIX AND FRED High energy performance by Kobus van Heerden of an entertaining, very humorous, well written story of the friendship of two young boys. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2008-01-9) - Read more THE LION KING (THE BOOK) Beautifully-presented and fascinating record of Julie Taymor’s creative journey in production the musical of “The Lion King”. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2008-01-8) - Read more LAUNCH OF CHARLIE Hamish Kyd to launch his debut novel on January 17. (article published 2008-01-7) - Read more ARAB'S DREAM Poignant examination of Israeli society via the identities of the Israeli Jew and the Israeli Arab. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2008-01-7) - Read more OPENING OF MUSHO Response to opening of Musho Festival and first production. (Review by Dawn Haynes) (article published 2008-01-7) - Read more THE LIFE AND WORK OF PETROVIK PETAR Jason Potgieter holds audience enthralled in one-man show on Musho Festival. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2008-01-5) - Read more GUMBO Endearing and highly amusing production for St Anne’s College reflects triumph over disability. (article published 2008-01-3) - Read more MUSHO INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Programme of One and Two Hander Theatre at Catalina and Kwasuka Theatres. (article published 2008-01-3) - Read more HAPPY NEW 2008! All the best for the new year! (article published 2008-01-1) - Read more PRODIGAL Much-acclaimed production featuring Tim Redpath for St Anne’s College in January. (article published 2007-12-26) - Read more HAPPY CHRISTMAS! All the best for a Happy Christmas! (article published 2007-12-24) - Read more COMMANDO Boer War on a budget (Report by Billy Suter, courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2007-12-23) - Read more KGOSI, THE MOON AND THE BABOON New from Botswana, this fun-filled romp will delight children of all ages. (Review by Janet Whelan) (article published 2007-12-21) - Read more AFRICAN MOTHER CHRISTMAS Gcina Mhlophe “invents” a new Christmas icon that is truly African in enchanting show. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-12-20) - Read more WORD: CUSTOMIZED HYPE Rising star in South African Hip Hop, Ewok - aka Iain Gregory Robinson – publishes his work. (article published 2007-12-17) - Read more THE ADVENTURES OF JABULANI JO Delightfully entertaining production for children in Durban Botanic Gardens. (Review by Janet Whelan) (article published 2007-12-16) - Read more A WOMAN’S BUM IS LIKE THE MOON Strictly for adults only slice of reality in the life of women, not without considerable humour. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-12-12) - Read more ROBIN HOOD Right royal riotous romp in Sherwood Forest with 11th annual festive adult panto. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-12-11) - Read more KRAZY KIPLING KAPERS Energy-filled fun children’s theatre should be included in holiday entertainment calendar. (Review by Janet Whelan) (article published 2007-12-11) - Read more KGOSI, THE MOON & THE BABOON! Aldo Brincat makes welcome return to Durban with enchanting magical story. (article published 2007-12-10) - Read more MUSHO 2008 International Festival of One and Two Hander Theatre for January. (article published 2007-12-9) - Read more KRAZY KIPLING KAPERS Garth Anderson takes up the reins again to direct lively children’s play in Hillcrest. (article published 2007-12-9) - Read more AFRICAN MOTHER CHRISTMAS Gcina Mhlophe appears in her own delightful festive season story theatre production. (article published 2007-12-9) - Read more 11th ANNUAL BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS 2007 Closing date for entries is 28 February 2008 for 2007 awards. (article published 2007-12-9) - Read more DE COMPLEAT HSTRY OF DBN Highly amusing rollercoaster ride through the history of the city of Durban. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-12-5) - Read more A WOMAN’S BUM IS LIKE THE MOON A 21st century fairy tale for adult audiences. (article published 2007-12-4) - Read more JAMIE KENNEDY Comedy cult hero to perform at Suncoast on December 11. (article published 2007-12-4) - Read more ALADDIN Family pantomime set to woo a new generation of theatre lovers. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer) (article published 2007-12-3) - Read more THREE STANDING UP Mervyn Pillay, Eubulus Tracy and Neville Pillay come together for the first time in stand-up comedy. (article published 2007-12-3) - Read more GUYS AND DOLLS Highly enjoyable interpretation of musical with youthful verve, cartoon book style and magical music. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-12-1) - Read more MASTER CLASS See two shining stars in one night. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-11-29) - Read more ALADDIN This splendid holiday season pantomime for all ages deserves full houses. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-11-28) - Read more DURBAN THEATRE AWARDS WINNERS The Mercury Durban Theatre Awards 2006-2007 winners. (article published 2007-11-27) - Read more THE ADVENTURES OF JABULANI JO Fun holiday entertainment offered by the Durban Botanic Gardens in new amphitheatre. (article published 2007-11-25) - Read more AFRIKA! AFRIKA! AUDITIONS Auditions for Europe's most successful travelling musical show. (article published 2007-11-25) - Read more NAF FRINGE REGISTRATION Registration for 2008 Fringe at the National Arts Festival Grahamstown opens December 1. (article published 2007-11-24) - Read more CAVEMAN AT DTA Tim Plewman to launch book at The Mercury Durban Theatre Awards. (article published 2007-11-24) - Read more VOICE OF THE HEART Duncan Mackintosh returns to South Africa to bring alive the universal message of 13th Century Persian poet and mystic Jelaludin Rumi. (article published 2007-11-19) - Read more BUSINESS DAY-BASA AWARDS Enter The 11th Annual Business Day-BASA Awards 2007. (article published 2007-11-17) - Read more DURBAN THEATRE AWARDS NOMINATIONS The Mercury Durban Theatre Awards 2006-2007 nominations list (article published 2007-11-17) - Read more ROBIN HOOD MATINEES Sunday afternoon matinees of adult pantomime introduced in response to public demand. (article published 2007-11-17) - Read more THE MERCURY DURBAN THEATRE AWARDS Get out your feather boas and sparkly tiaras for glitzy glamorous awards evening! (article published 2007-11-17) - Read more HAMLET AUDITIONS Auditions for 2008 Shakespeare production to be held on November 21 and 22. (article published 2007-11-17) - Read more DEVIL IN DISGUISE An entertaining new look at hell, devils and a wannabee Elvis Presley. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-11-16) - Read more MASTER CLASS Clare Mortimer returns as Maria Callas in McNally’s Tony Award winning play. (article published 2007-11-14) - Read more BEAUTY AND THE B.E.E Ben Voss’s hilarious one-hander for Hexagon Theatre in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2007-11-14) - Read more ALADDIN Festive season traditional pantomime from KickstArt. (article published 2007-11-14) - Read more ACT AWARDS 2007 WINNERS Former KZN residents Georgina Thomson and Ronnie Govender honoured at recent ACT Awards 2007. (article published 2007-11-9) - Read more THREESOMES Perspicacious and entertaining look at the friendship of three bachelors facing romance and betrayal extended until November 11. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-11-9) - Read more RUSSELL PETERS COMEDY FESTIVAL “Hysterical” Canadian comedian not so hysterical. (Review by Pauline Dalais) (article published 2007-11-9) - Read more ROBIN HOOD Right royal riotous romp in Sherwood Forest with 11th annual festive adult panto. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-11-8) - Read more GCINA MHLOPHE LECTURE Gcina Mhlophe to give retrospective lecture at Albert Luthuli Museum. (article published 2007-11-8) - Read more NATIONAL FINALS OF NEW WRITINGS NLDTF / PANSA Festival of Contemporary Theatre Readings of New Writings at Kwasuka on November 10 and 11. (article published 2007-11-8) - Read more IMBIZO AT PLAYHOUSE Arts imbizo to take place on November 16. (article published 2007-11-8) - Read more WINGS Arthur Kopit’s play about stroke and language disorder for Hexagon Theatre in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2007-11-4) - Read more WINNERS OF NLDTF / PANSA FESTIVAL OF CONTEMPORARY THEATRE Kobus Moolman’s “Stone Angel” wins competition of Readings of New Writings. (article published 2007-11-4) - Read more SASOL FEVER Well-directed production sees fine performances from a cast of young artists. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-11-4) - Read more DEATH OF HENRY CELE Leading figure on the South African and international film and theatre scene dies in Durban. (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-11-3) - Read more RISING STAR ACADEMY Fun and interactive workshops will take place in December and January in Westville. (article published 2007-10-31) - Read more PATRICK MYNHARDT FUNERAL SERVICE Funeral service for legendary actor to take place in Johannesburg on November 6. (article published 2007-10-31) - Read more HAIRSPRAY First production at Gold Reef City’s splendid new Lyric Theatre a pure delight! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-10-30) - Read more DINALEDI PROGRAMME Using drama to add language to the maths and science equation. (article published 2007-10-26) - Read more ALADDIN Family festive season traditional pantomime promised from KickstArt. (article published 2007-10-25) - Read more JACO BOUWER Winner of Standard Bank award for Drama 2008 (article published 2007-10-25) - Read more DEVIL IN DISGUISE Enact Theatre Company presents latest production with stellar cast at Suncoast Casino. (article published 2007-10-24) - Read more SONG OF THE ATMAN Ronnie Govender’s book is first South African novel published in India. (Courtesy of The Daily News) (article published 2007-10-24) - Read more SEARCH FOR SASOL ARTISANS Names of artisans who perished at the time of the Sasol Boom needed for ”Sasol Fever”. (article published 2007-10-24) - Read more READINGS OF NEW WRITINGS KZN Regional Finals of NLDTF / PANSA Festival of Contemporary Theatre Reading of New Writings. (article published 2007-10-22) - Read more DE CUMPLEAT HISTRY OF DBN History of Durban - Without the Boring Bits… and with Music! (article published 2007-10-17) - Read more TRIBUTE TO KETAN LAKHANI Ketan Lakhani – First Class Traveller (by Nicky du Plessis, courtesy of The Daily News) (article published 2007-10-16) - Read more MIKE VAN GRAAN WINS WRITING AWARD Writer Mike van Graan wins Best New Script in Afrikaans at the Aardklop festival for “Die Generaal”. (article published 2007-10-11) - Read more OUT OF BOUNDS Rajesh Gopie’s story of the rise to manhood of a young Indian boy still offers compelling theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-10-11) - Read more MATRIC SHOWCASE Annual highlight of St Anne’s College Drama Department performances. (article published 2007-10-9) - Read more OUT OF BOUNDS Rajesh Gopie returns to Durban with his smash hit one-man play. (article published 2007-10-9) - Read more ROBIN HOOD 11th Annual Durban Adult Panto for Seabrooke’s Theatre. (article published 2007-10-9) - Read more HALLELUJAH! Marc Lottering's hit show to be performed at the Playhouse Drama. (article published 2007-10-7) - Read more BAFANA REPUBLIC Lindiwe Matshikiza entrances audiences at Catalina in Mike van Graan’s entertaining satirical play! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-10-5) - Read more BORN THROUGH THE NOSE While the production may have lost a little of its original blazing sincerity, Bheki Mkhwane’s performance is still rock-solid. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-10-4) - Read more MONDIG De Vries still tops! (Review by Thomie Holtzhausen) (article published 2007-10-1) - Read more LETTER TO THE EDITOR Garth Anderson responds to review of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”. (article published 2007-10-1) - Read more DEATH OF LINDA NGWENYA KZN actor shot over a piece of meat. (article published 2007-10-1) - Read more FUNERAL SERVICE FOR KETAN LAKHANI Venue is Clare Estate Crematorium. (article published 2007-09-30) - Read more A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM Garth Anderson’s Shakespeare play offers enchanting outdoor family leisure time. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-09-29) - Read more DEATH OF KETAN LAKHANI Well-known Durban theatre and media personality dies at the age of 52. (article published 2007-09-29) - Read more FESTIVAL OF MINIMALISTIC PRODUCTIONS KZN production “Tin Bucket Drum” to appear at State Theatre festival. (article published 2007-09-29) - Read more BENEFIT FOR BUSI MHLONGO Performance of “Ivoti – Inside the Idols Story” at Catalina Theatre on September 30. (article published 2007-09-28) - Read more PLAYHOUSE AUDITIONS Book auditions for Gcina Mhlophe’s “African Mother Christmas”. (article published 2007-09-28) - Read more BORN THRU THE NOSE Celebrated stage and screen actor Bheki Mkhwane to present one-man show at the Playhouse. (article published 2007-09-28) - Read more MONDIG Casper de Vries to perform at iZulu Theatre at Sibaya Casino from September 28 to 30. (article published 2007-09-28) - Read more RUSSELL PETERS Popular comic to perform at Durban Expo Centre on October 17 and 18. (article published 2007-09-26) - Read more LIFE CHECK Youth development through arts and culture at the BAT Centre. (article published 2007-09-24) - Read more GUMBO Strong performances by deaf and hearing actors offer perfect example of theatre teamwork. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-09-24) - Read more BEETHOVEN IN RAPTUS Interesting play dealing with the relationship of Beethoven and his adopted son. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-09-24) - Read more BAFANA REPUBLIC Despite knowing precious little about soccer, I loved every minute of Mike van Graan’s play! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-09-24) - Read more THE TRAVELLERS Fascinating piece of theatre beautifully performed. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-09-24) - Read more CHRONICLES OF A CAR GUARD Entertaining and very moving production now tighter and smoother in Kwasuka presentation. (Review by Caroline Smart (article published 2007-09-21) - Read more SUPASTAGE Supastage now to reach a bigger and broader market. (article published 2007-09-20) - Read more CHRONICLES OF A CAR GUARD Lisa Bobbert brings her successful new one-woman show to Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2007-09-18) - Read more DEATH OF WONDERBOY GUMEDE Veteran member of Eager Artists theatre company dies in a car accident in London. (article published 2007-09-13) - Read more ANIMAL FARM UKZN Pietermaritzburg Drama and Performance Studies students aim to breathe new life into the widely known classic. (article published 2007-09-13) - Read more CHERRY CELEBRATES! Adi Paxton celebrates Cherry the Magical Clown’s 21st birthday in fun family show. (article published 2007-09-13) - Read more THE WINTER’S TALE Shakespeare’s bittersweet story of love and redemption forms part of the 7th Annual Shakespeare Festival. (article published 2007-09-13) - Read more BLOOD ORANGE Tour de force performance from Craig Morris in this stunning piece of theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-09-11) - Read more CASPER DE VRIES FOR SIBAYA South African funnyman for Sibaya Casino. (article published 2007-09-9) - Read more A READING IN SOLIDARITY WITH ZIMBABWE Poetry readings and discussion by some of SA's top poets and activists on September 9. (article published 2007-09-8) - Read more SASOL FEVER AUDITIONS Call for auditions on September 9. (article published 2007-09-4) - Read more T-RIFIK Village full of entertainment treasures at Ushaka Marine World (article published 2007-09-4) - Read more 100 % ZULU STAND-UP COMEDY BAT Centre, Umlazi and Ekaya Multi Arts to present four top professional stand-up comedians. (article published 2007-09-4) - Read more THUNDERHEAD COMEDY CLUB Regular monthly comedy evenings around KwaZulu-Natal. (article published 2007-09-2) - Read more THE CAUCASIAN CHALK CIRCLE Ambitious production using students succeeds superbly. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-08-31) - Read more FROM MY POINT OF VIEW Intriguing portrayal of sexual activity to escape loneliness in off the wall physical theatre. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-08-29) - Read more BROADWAY WITH MAURICE An update on the Broadway Theatre Scene, New York (Report by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-08-26) - Read more FROM MY POINT OF VIEW Clare Mortimer and Darren King bring their Berkoff adaptation to Kwasuka. (article published 2007-08-26) - Read more BAFANA REPUBLIC Mike van Graan’s latest play to come to Catalina Theatre in October. (article published 2007-08-26) - Read more BILTONG & POTROAST STARS FOR KZN Show at Le Domaine brings comedy giants together again. (article published 2007-08-23) - Read more A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM Actors Co-Operative to present Shakespeare’s most popular play in Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2007-08-23) - Read more THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP Mildly manic, hectically hilarious and excellently executed! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-08-22) - Read more DEATH OF RAD THUMBADOO Respected theatre personality dies at the age of 82. (article published 2007-08-19) - Read more MAKE LAUGH NOT WAR Afzal Khan to appear in first national Muslim comedy show in South Africa. (article published 2007-08-19) - Read more KWA MANDINA Workshop production by the UKZN Drama students directed by Gcina Mhlophe (article published 2007-08-19) - Read more ANDRE AT HEXAGON Andre the Hilarious Hypnotist for Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2007-08-19) - Read more UPBEAT FESTIVAL Kearsney College goes Upbeat with weekend festival. (article published 2007-08-14) - Read more STANDARD BANK EXTENDS NAF SPONSORSHIP Standard National extends its National Arts Festival sponsorship by three years. (article published 2007-08-10) - Read more REMEMBERING YOU LIKE SOMETHING I'D FORGOTTEN Poignant new play by Pietermaritzburg playwright for Hexagon Theatre. (article published 2007-08-10) - Read more BLOOD ORANGE FOR MARITZBURG COLLEGE Craig Morris brings his hit one-man show to Pietermaritzburg college. (article published 2007-08-10) - Read more FOREVER HOME Original home-grown musical drama directed by Hamish Kyd to be presented in Hilton. (article published 2007-08-10) - Read more PASSING THROUGH New one hander about five women working the night shift at the Mariannhill Toll Road Plaza. (article published 2007-08-10) - Read more WOMEN: A GRAMMATICAL ERA Programme of contemporary poetry, verse and narrative by four women wordsmiths running at Catalina. (article published 2007-08-10) - Read more MIND GAMES Hilarious, mystifying, fun entertainment with Marc Salem. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-08-9) - Read more MASTER CLASS If you see nothing else this year, see this! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-08-8) - Read more THE CAUCASIAN CHALK CIRCLE Bertolt Brecht’s well-known and last major play comes to the Catalina Theatre. (article published 2007-08-7) - Read more DEATH OF SKHUMBUZO NSELE Young up-and-coming director dies tragically after disappearing with his friend. (article published 2007-08-7) - Read more IN THE CONTINUUM Superb performances from ultra-versatile Danai Gurira and Nikkole Salter in Women’s Arts Festival drama. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-08-4) - Read more THE TEMPEST Stephen Gurney offers a wickedly manipulative Prospero at the Hexagon in Pietermaritzburg. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-08-2) - Read more INTERVIEW WITH STEPHEN GURNEY Margaret von Klemperer interviews former Durban actor appearing in “The Tempest”. (Courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2007-07-30) - Read more SA WOMEN’S ARTS FESTIVAL Women to shine on Playhouse stages in SAWAF 2007 (article published 2007-07-30) - Read more PLAYHOUSE INVITES PROPOSALS Deadline extended for call for stage productions for presentation at the Playhouse Company. (article published 2007-07-30) - Read more THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP “Penny Dreadful” campy melodrama tribute to Gothic horror films to star Steven Stead and Michael Gritten. (article published 2007-07-30) - Read more MAIN OU’S ARE BACK! Hamish Kyd and Gail Snyman back at Catalina Theatre with their hit comedy double bill. (article published 2007-07-30) - Read more KOLLIG FESTIVAL Port Natal School to host 12th Absa Kollig Festival showcases the best of Klein Karoo Arts Festival. (article published 2007-07-22) - Read more ANDRÉ THE HILARIOUS HYPNOTIST High voltage humour from popular entertainer as he returns to Durban. (article published 2007-07-21) - Read more ACTORS CO-OPERATIVE IN BOTANIC GARDENS Catch today’s performance or wait till September for next production! (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-07-21) - Read more NATIONAL THEATRE AND DANCE RESEARCH SATI to provide platform for theatre practitioners to discuss and exchange ideas on the future of the sector. (article published 2007-07-21) - Read more MASTER CLASS Clare Mortimer is Maria Callas in McNally’s Tony Award winning play. (article published 2007-07-20) - Read more BILTONG & POTROAST Comedy giants Mel Miller and Tony Stewart back together for once-off Durban show. (article published 2007-07-20) - Read more THE TEMPEST New production directed by Murray McGibbon featuring Stephen Gurney for Hexagon Theatre in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2007-07-20) - Read more RUGGA BUGGERS Thomie Holtzhausen and Francois Vermaak take a fun look at rugby. (article published 2007-07-19) - Read more UPBEAT FESTIVAL The Valley of 1000 Hills is set to explode with rhythm, sound, theatre and fun at Kearsney College festival. (article published 2007-07-19) - Read more MARC SALEM World-renowned mentalist for Sibaya. (article published 2007-07-19) - Read more NOT THE BIG EASY Paul Slabolepszy’s enjoyable and often hilarious take on the game of golf generates many laughs. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-07-19) - Read more BLACK MAMBA – DIRECTOR’S CUT James Cuningham proves excellent partner for Ben Voss in rerun of hilarious sketches. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-07-18) - Read more PROF. VAYALA VASUDEVAN PILLAI WORKSHOP Workshop on Indian Theatre and Reviving Community Theatre on July 16. (article published 2007-07-17) - Read more THE JUNGLE BOOK Delightful presentation of much-loved tale from KickstArt. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-07-14) - Read more THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA A charming story for young people from the Actors Co-Operative. (Review by Pauline Dalais) (article published 2007-07-12) - Read more GOOD EVENING Four of South Africa’s top exponents of irony in fascinating play about the foursome that changed the face of British comedy. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-07-12) - Read more DEATH OF BILL FLYNN One of South Africa’s finest actors dies at the age of 58. (article published 2007-07-11) - Read more CHRONICLES OF A CAR GUARD Lisa Bobbert’s new play offers great potential and much food for thought. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-07-7) - Read more JUTRO Heart-warming poignant story beautifully portrayed by James Cuningham and Keren Tahor. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-07-4) - Read more WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Superlative performances from Sean Taylor and Fiona Ramsay in Edward Albee classic. (article published 2007-07-3) - Read more CHRONICLES OF A CAR GUARD Lisa Bobbert’s new show set to take the Grahamstown fringe by storm. (article published 2007-07-3) - Read more KZN ARTS IMBIZO Arts practitioners invited to attend arts Imbizo to be held in Durban. (article published 2007-06-29) - Read more TWO PMB SHOWS FOR GRAHAMSTOWN Two Pietermaritzburg plays to run during the National Arts Festival. (article published 2007-06-29) - Read more THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA Actors Co-operative to present charming comedy for children in Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2007-06-29) - Read more DE KRUIK Het Waterhuis the well-known Dutch Theatre company is back in South Africa. (article published 2007-06-29) - Read more MAIN OU’S Fascinating humorous exploration into the feisty and forthright coloured community of Durban. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-06-28) - Read more FUGARD PATRON FOR ACT Fugard follows Mandela as Patron of Arts & Culture Trust. (article published 2007-06-27) - Read more DRAMA ON THE FRINGE Dramatic diversity on the National Arts Festival Fringe in Grahamstown. (article published 2007-06-27) - Read more LECTURER JOB AT RHODES Rhodes University Department Of Drama invites applications for senior lecturer/lecturer job. (article published 2007-06-27) - Read more KIDS THEATRIX Rising Star to present holiday workshop from July 10 to 12. (article published 2007-06-27) - Read more THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA Garth Anderson directs production for young people in Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2007-06-24) - Read more FOUR DINGALINGS AND A DING 2 Sequel to popular comedy perforfms at various venues throughout KZN. (article published 2007-06-23) - Read more NOT THE BIG EASY Paul Slabolepszy’s one-man comedy about golf for Catalina Theatre. (article published 2007-06-23) - Read more LUVUYO ART CENTRE Vusi Shashu’s Dedicated Artists establish new art centre in Clermont. (article published 2007-06-23) - Read more MO MAGIC A scientist’s ingenuity and an artist’s passion working together produce Mo Magic. (article published 2007-06-20) - Read more BAD GIRLS GO TO HEAVEN Short season of entertaining drama at Izulu Theatre at Sibaya Casino. (article published 2007-06-20) - Read more HOOK'S TREASURE: LET THE HUNT BEGIN Delightfully colourful family production for Sibaya Casino. (article published 2007-06-20) - Read more NAF FRINGE FESTIVAL The 2007 National Arts Festival Fringe promises to be a winner. (article published 2007-06-19) - Read more NEW COMEDY CLUB Durban to have new developmental comedy club at ThunderRoad Rock diner. (article published 2007-06-19) - Read more THE ONUS CHRONICLES Two performers bring to life a variety of characters encountered each day in South Africa. (article published 2007-06-18) - Read more BOSMAN'S WOMEN Two-hander directed by Bets Basson gives performances in KZN as well as Eastern and Western Cape. (article published 2007-06-18) - Read more THE PEG LEG PIRATE Holiday family show for Catalina in July. (article published 2007-06-18) - Read more PINOCCHIO Magical multi-disciplinary production for the whole family for Kwasuka in July. (article published 2007-06-18) - Read more CALL FOR STAGE PRODUCTIONS Arts practitioners invited to submit for consideration proposals for stage productions in the areas of dance, drama and music. (article published 2007-06-18) - Read more WOMEN’S ARTS FESTIVAL 2007 Playhouse hosts showcase for the impact women make on the lives of South Africans. (article published 2007-06-17) - Read more THE ROAD TO MECCA Steven Stead’s direction, creative use of stage intimacy and spaces and riveting performances in Fugard work. Review by Carol Brown (article published 2007-06-16) - Read more THE BOY INSIDE Powerful documentary about growing up with autism (article published 2007-06-16) - Read more ALADDIN AUDITIONS FOR SINGERS & DANCERS Performers needed for Festive season traditional pantomime. (article published 2007-06-16) - Read more MAIN OU’S Two one act comedy-plays starring Hamish Kyd and Gail for Catalina Theatre: (article published 2007-06-16) - Read more EXTREME GLITZ Cast of female impersonators with a little bit of drag to perform at Bellevue Guesthouse. (article published 2007-06-16) - Read more NEON ANTHEMS Three good-looking young men turn skilful tomfoolery, clever lyrics and good musicianship into a highly entertaining show. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-06-13) - Read more PERFORMANCE ART WORKSHOPS Spier Contemporary to present performance workshops facilitated by Jay Pather. (article published 2007-06-11) - Read more MANKWALI DESTINATION Arts emporium concept store due to launch at Gateway Theatre of Shopping. (article published 2007-06-11) - Read more THE LION KING Explosive feel-good experience brilliant in concept, execution and design presented in splendid new theatre! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-06-8) - Read more DIONYSUS IN THE WINELANDS An International Theatre Conference in Stellenbosch (article published 2007-06-3) - Read more THE JUNGLE BOOK KickstArt in association with The Playhouse Company to present popular holiday production. (article published 2007-06-3) - Read more WHEN RAIN CLOUDS GATHER Playhouse Mobile stage schools tour. (article published 2007-06-3) - Read more NEON ANTHEMS Popular award-winning comedy duo returns to Catalina Theatre as a threesome! (article published 2007-06-3) - Read more SIFISO MAJOLA IN LADY ANNE KZN dancer appears in highly acclaimed theatre production. (article published 2007-06-3) - Read more CALL FOR NAC ARTISTIC ADVISORY PANELLISTS Public nominations invited for panellists in various disciplines. (article published 2007-06-1) - Read more EVITA FOR PRESIDENT Pieter-Dirk Uys aids Evita Bezuidenhout’s campaign to be the next President of South Africa. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-05-31) - Read more EVITA FOR PRESIDENT Entertaining but if you’re looking for the kind of satire that will make you cringe - and think - you will not find it here. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2007-05-31) - Read more NEON ANTHEMS Multi award-winning Jacobus van Heerden and Liam Magner back with third instalment. (article published 2007-05-27) - Read more PRODIGAL Tale of Eastern Cape farm boy as he seeks his fortunes in racy faced-paced Johannesburg. (article published 2007-05-27) - Read more THE ROAD TO MECCA Don’t miss this beautifully presented production at the new theatre at DHS. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-05-26) - Read more THE ROAD TO MECCA Don’t miss this beautifully presented production at the new theatre at DHS. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-05-26) - Read more SPICE ‘N STUFF Noteworthy performances shine in Ashwin Singh’s new comedy-drama. (Review by Illa Thompson) (article published 2007-05-26) - Read more HAMLET DECONSTRUCTED Innovative take on “Hamlet” being staged at the Courtyard Theatre. (article published 2007-05-22) - Read more HAMLET DECONSTRUCTED Innovative take on Hamlet being staged at the Courtyard Theatre at Durban University of Technology. (article published 2007-05-22) - Read more BRYAN HILL AT TEATRO (CORRECTED STORY) Apologies all round for naming the wrong hotel in my previous article on General Manager of the new Teatro theatre at Montecasino. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-05-19) - Read more SPICE ‘N STUFF Ashwin Singh’s new comedy to run at Catalina Theatre in May. (article published 2007-05-19) - Read more BARRY HILTON FOR LE DOMAINE “The cousin” performs at Le Domaine in Hillcrest. (article published 2007-05-16) - Read more SPEAK FOR JOY! Highlights of the National Creative Arts Youth Festival’s Life Skills competition on May 23. (article published 2007-05-16) - Read more SHAKESPEARE QUIZ National Creative Arts Youth Festival popular high school quiz heads for the finals. (article published 2007-05-16) - Read more BASA SEMINAR ON CORPORATE GOVERNANCE Art organisations invited to attend seminar on Corporate Governance and role of Board and Management in Arts Organizations. (article published 2007-05-15) - Read more MOYO CONCEPT, AUDITIONS & TRAINING Modern, sophisticated pan-African restaurant seeks performing talent. (article published 2007-05-14) - Read more BRYAN HILL AT TEATRO It’s a real honest-to-God theatre! says General Manager of the new Teatro theatre at Montecasino. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-05-14) - Read more RENT Production of musical boasts all-South African cast. (article published 2007-05-13) - Read more EVITA FOR PRESIDENT Pieter-Dirk Uys in Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre: (article published 2007-05-13) - Read more THE ROAD TO MECCA KickstArt launches 2007 artistic programme with production of Athol Fugard masterpiece. (article published 2007-05-13) - Read more WESTVILLE THEATRE CLUB AUDITIONS The Westville Theatre Club will hold auditions for their 2007 musical on May 27 and 28 (article published 2007-05-13) - Read more DAVID NEWTON: POLITICALLY INCORRECT Enjoyable stand-up comedian returns to Catalina. (Review by Tom Lucas) (article published 2007-05-12) - Read more LADIES AND GENTS New theatre piece at Kwasuka Cutting Edge Theatre needs toning down to extract the humour. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-05-10) - Read more FUNK 2007 Annual schools programme of dance theatre to be held at Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2007-05-9) - Read more KWAZULU PLACE OF HEAVEN, WOZANI! KZN heritage showcased through new stage production at the Playhouse. (article published 2007-05-7) - Read more SEABROOKE'S THEATRE OPENS Official opening of new Durban High School theatre. (article published 2007-05-7) - Read more MORE JEREPIGO GEMS FOR KZN Patrick Mynhardt to present an evening of stories in Lions River on June 1 and 2. (article published 2007-05-6) - Read more LADIES AND GENTS New contemporary Durban comedy set to run at the Kwasuka Cutting Edge Theatre. (article published 2007-05-6) - Read more THE GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR Yateen Dayaran and Farai Gwaze impress in university play. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-05-2) - Read more GUYS AND DOLLS AUDITIONS Open auditions for professional singers, dancers and actors from May 7 to 9. (article published 2007-05-1) - Read more A-LIST ENTERTAINMENT AT ZJL Zulu Jazz Lounge offers A-list roster of live entertainment for May. (article published 2007-05-1) - Read more HITS AUDITIONS Highway Intimate Theatre to hold auditions for next play. (article published 2007-05-1) - Read more BRETT GOLDIN BURSARY WINNER Johannesburg actor, Omphile Molusi, becomes the first winner of the Brett Goldin Bursary. (article published 2007-05-1) - Read more MICHAEL NAICKER FOR SIBAYA One of South Africa's most sought after comedians back in his home town to perform at Sibaya. (article published 2007-05-1) - Read more EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN Fast-moving multi-costumed joyous celebration of COTA’s 21 years. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-05-1) - Read more THE GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR Rajesh Gopie directs Nikolai Gogol's classic satire. (article published 2007-04-30) - Read more SPICE ‘N STUFF Ashwin Singh’s new comedy to run at Catalina Theatre in May. (article published 2007-04-28) - Read more TIN BUCKET DRUM Magical theatre piece featuring Ntando Cele is not to be missed. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-04-27) - Read more DEATH OF GABY LOMBERG Well-known actress dies after long battle with cancer. (article published 2007-04-26) - Read more EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN Company of Theatre Arts marks 21 years in showbiz with gala performance. (article published 2007-04-24) - Read more X MARKS THE SPOT Freedom Day Programme at Kwasuka Cutting Edge Theatre on April 27. (article published 2007-04-24) - Read more AND … 5. 6,7 8! Watch out for this show if it comes your way. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-04-22) - Read more BAD GIRLS DO GO TO HEAVEN? Watch out for fun play at a venue near you. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-04-22) - Read more TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Review by Illa Thompson which should have been published on March 14. (Apologies to all concerned) (article published 2007-04-13) - Read more THE ROAD TO MECCA KickstArt launch artistic programme for 2007 with Athol Fugard masterpiece. (article published 2007-04-13) - Read more AND 5, 6, 7, 8! Fascinating and intriguing look at the private lives of dancers while backstage during their performance. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-04-11) - Read more TIN BUCKET DRUM Witness the Rhythmic revolution that changed the face of Africa’s history. (article published 2007-04-11) - Read more A GOOD WOMAN Multimedia theatre piece for Hexagon draws upon Japanese Noh and Kabuki Theatre aesthetics and contemporary sensibilities. (article published 2007-04-11) - Read more THE LION KING Two months to the arrival of one of the biggest, most ambitious musical shows of all time. (article published 2007-04-11) - Read more TRIBUTE TO ROGER DWYER Tribute to late actor from Bev Steward (article published 2007-04-11) - Read more JOHNNY BOSKAK IS FEELING FUNNY Greig Coetzee’s acclaimed work to perform at Hexagon Theatre for two nights. (article published 2007-04-11) - Read more TRIBUTE TO ROGER DWYER John Moss pays tribute to former colleague and friend. (article published 2007-04-6) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR CAPE TOWN PRODUCTIONS Portobello Productions calling for auditions for two exciting new productions in Cape Town. (article published 2007-04-5) - Read more BAD GIRLS DO GO TO HEAVEN? Romp at a bridal shower explores issues of sex, pre-marital sex, live-in relationships, contraception and marriage. (article published 2007-04-5) - Read more ROGER DWYER - MEMORIAL - GET TOGETHER Friends and colleagues will gather at Kwasuka Theatre tomorrow (April 5) at 14h00. (article published 2007-04-5) - Read more TRIBUTE TO ROGER DWYER Friend and colleague Murray McGibbon sends this tribute from the US. (article published 2007-04-3) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS 2007 WINNERS Fifth annual Fools Awards honoured artists in KZN. (article published 2007-04-3) - Read more TIN BUCKET DRUM Popular production comes to Kwasuka Cutting Edge Theatre. (article published 2007-04-3) - Read more CINDERELLA Actors Co-Operative’s charming production to be held in Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2007-04-2) - Read more DEATH OF ROGER DWYER Well-known popular actor dies in Cape Town. (article published 2007-04-1) - Read more THE SECRET OF MRS MOPPET’S GARDEN Delightful play to charm all ages features three new talented kids on the block. Remember the names! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-03-31) - Read more MAGNIFICENT 7 You will be doing yourself a disservice if you miss out on this one. (Review by Julian Carter) (article published 2007-03-31) - Read more DEATH OF LINDELANI BUTHELEZI Former Durban actor dies in Johannesburg. (Tribute by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-03-31) - Read more WTC AUDITIONS! The Westville Theatre Club to hold auditions for Songs From Les Misérables. (article published 2007-03-31) - Read more PHOENIX AND MARIE FOR GRAHAMSTOWN Young thespians headed for National Arts Festival fringe. (edited story courtesy of Kwana Newspaper) (article published 2007-03-31) - Read more CUZZIE’S BACK AT SIBAYA Barry Hilton back as South Africa's favourite cousin at Sibiya. (article published 2007-03-30) - Read more THE SUICIDE KINGS Innovative and virtually brand new drama production for new Kwasuka vision. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-03-29) - Read more DRAMA ON 2007 NAF United voices of art! Pleasure with a healing purpose for NAF in Grahamstown. (article published 2007-03-27) - Read more …AND 5, 6, 7, 8! World premiere of new play opens at Catalina Theatre. (article published 2007-03-27) - Read more HEXAGON THEATRE MINIFEST Report on Minifest presented by Hexagon and UKZN Pietermaritzburg Drama Studies Department. (Report by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2007-03-27) - Read more THE MAGNIFICENT 7 Top production companies collaborate for tribute to the seven greatest bands of all time. (article published 2007-03-25) - Read more TA TA MA CHANCE Hilarious play, directed by Kevin Palium, for iZulu Theatre at Sibaya. (article published 2007-03-25) - Read more KZN SCHOOLS FEST KwaZulu Natal Schools Festival of English, Drama and the Arts serves up arts feast for teens. (article published 2007-03-25) - Read more WEDDING OF RAMA AND SITA Experience of rich cultural diversity promised with first of its kind production. (article published 2007-03-25) - Read more THE SECRET OF MRS MOPPET’S GARDEN Charming magical children’s play at Catalina for the holidays. (article published 2007-03-25) - Read more THE SUICIDE KINGS Success story from Musho festival comes to Kwasuka (article published 2007-03-25) - Read more KWA-THANKS Kwasuka Cutting Edge Theatre gets off the ground courtesy of many helping hands. (article published 2007-03-25) - Read more CLOUD NINE Jerry Springer… in Crinolines … at The Courtyard Theatre! (Review by Illa Thompson) (article published 2007-03-23) - Read more CLOUD NINE Ambitious DUT undertaking was entertaining and showcased much potential talent – Review by Maurice Kort (article published 2007-03-23) - Read more BLACK MAMBA FOR KRAKATOA Sibaya Casino to host hilarious, fast-paced, clever satire from Ben Vos and John van de (article published 2007-03-23) - Read more EWOK AT CAPE TOWN FESTIVAL Durban performer Iain Robinson to appear at the festival’s “Local Goes Vocal”. (article published 2007-03-18) - Read more DRAMA/THEATRE WORKSHOP Andrea Zorab-Kaminski to host workshops for young people. (article published 2007-03-18) - Read more MICHAEL ATKINSON BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE Legendary stage, film, television and radio actor Michael Atkinson turns 80 at the Baxter Theatre. (article published 2007-03-18) - Read more DEATH OF THABANI PATRICK TSHANINI Death of talented KZN actor and dancer. (Tribute by Themi Venturas) (article published 2007-03-17) - Read more TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Slick high school production of Harper Lee set-work classic. (Review by Illa Thompson) (article published 2007-03-14) - Read more CLOUD NINE Second production by DUT Drama Department sees quirky comedy by Caryl Churchill. (article published 2007-03-11) - Read more CIRQUE DU SOLEIL AUDITIONS Famed Cirque du Soleil seeks new talent for its thirteen current productions. (article published 2007-03-11) - Read more CIRQUE DU SOLEIL AUDITIONS Famed Cirque du Soleil seeks new talent for its thirteen current productions. (article published 2007-03-11) - Read more ONE FOR THE ROAD S’dumo Mtshali’s excellent performance tops off rewarding week of drama. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-03-10) - Read more SPITFIRE: THE RETURN OF RED-I Astonishing, razor sharp challenge to the social conscience through entertainment. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-03-9) - Read more HELP FOR KWASUKA Kwasuka Theatre needs your treasures in its redecoration process. (article published 2007-03-7) - Read more CONFUSIONS Director Robin Singh pulls good performances from his student cast in Ayckbourn comedy classic. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-03-4) - Read more ANNIE AUDITIONS Auditions for 2007 Unilever Young Performers’ ’Project. (article published 2007-03-4) - Read more AWAKENING RAW TALENT Entertainment workshops to be held at Glenwood Boys High School. (article published 2007-03-4) - Read more DOUBLE-BILL FOR ST ANNE’S The Theatre - St Anne's College to present “Passion” and “Lux In Tenebris”. (article published 2007-03-4) - Read more TWO-TONE SHOES Supernova Theatre to host Farook Khan’s musical docu-drama. (article published 2007-03-4) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS ARE FIVE Vote online now for your favourite KZN artists! (article published 2007-03-4) - Read more SIDE PORTION OF THE LIMELIGHT Theatre experience of a new and stimulating nature for Playhouse New Stages. (article published 2007-03-4) - Read more IT'S THE BANK'S FAULT! No “F” word but still biting and laser sharp – Banks wows the Heritage! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-03-1) - Read more DEATH OF RICHARD WALNE Well-known musician and singer/songwriter dies in Cape Town. (article published 2007-02-26) - Read more SPITFIRE: THE RETURN OF RED-I One-man award-winning slam poetry masterpiece for Kwasuka Cutting Edge Theatre. (article published 2007-02-26) - Read more DOUBLE DOSE Westville Theatre Club to present supper theatre evening of two one-act plays. (article published 2007-02-24) - Read more BLACK MAMBA WINS Smash hit satirical theatre piece wins Naledi Theatre Award. (article published 2007-02-24) - Read more HAMLET Actors Co-Operative production follows same formula but learners respond well. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-02-23) - Read more DEFENDING THE PLANET FOR HILTON Aaron McIlroy and Lisa Bobbert to present their popular hit on alien abductions at Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2007-02-22) - Read more KZN SCHOOLS FESTIVAL Drama festival organised by the Grahamstown Foundation to run at Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2007-02-22) - Read more LOTUS FM SHORT STORIES Big prizes for short story competition - deadline on March 9. (article published 2007-02-21) - Read more MUSINGS OF A MEANDERING MIND #31 Bev Pulé kicks off the year musing yet again about Music and Movies – those of the Must-See-Must-Hear Variety. (article published 2007-02-21) - Read more ROYAL COURT THEATRE RESIDENCY The 19th International Residency for emerging playwrights from July 15 to August 11, 2007. (article published 2007-02-18) - Read more LIFE'S A PITCH Paul Slabolepszy's smash hit comedy about cricket umpires for Hexagon in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2007-02-18) - Read more BLOOD ORANGE Acclaimed show has two performances at Hexagon in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2007-02-18) - Read more CONFUSIONS DUT to stage by Alan Ayckbourn play directed by Robin Singh. (article published 2007-02-18) - Read more JUNGLE BOOK AUDITIONS KickstArt to hold auditions for forthcoming July holiday spectacular. (article published 2007-02-16) - Read more ONE FOR THE ROAD Harold Pinter’s modern stage classic to have three-day run in Playhouse Loft. (article published 2007-02-16) - Read more JAMAICAN JAM Revived in time for a visit by the Marley family, this show has lost none of its fun and entertainment value. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-02-14) - Read more DEATH OF ROBERT KIRBY Well-known satirist and playwright dies after a long illness. (Tribute by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-02-12) - Read more DOWN WITH THE BROWN Enjoyable and amusing humour from Canadian comedian Sugar Sammy at Sibaya. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-02-12) - Read more MAURICE KORT REVIEWS #3 Third part of Maurice Kort’s reviews from his recent trip to London and New York. (Report by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-02-12) - Read more MAURICE KORT REVIEWS #2 Second part of Maurice Kort’s reviews from his recent trip to London and New York. (Report by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-02-12) - Read more MAURICE KORT REVIEWS #1 Maurice Kort covers the theatre scenes on a visit to London and New York. (Report by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-02-12) - Read more NATIONAL EISTEDDFOD AWARDS 2007 Academy calling for entries to annual awards competition. (article published 2007-02-11) - Read more WAVE OF COMEDY AT EST Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre to host a number of comedy shows. (Report by Billy Suter, courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2007-02-11) - Read more LOTTERY SUPPORTS HILTON FESTIVAL National Lotteries Board to support innovative and wide-reaching arts projects and initiatives at annual festival. (article published 2007-02-5) - Read more SUCCESSFUL MUSHO FESTIVAL New works played to good houses and enthusiastic response. (article published 2007-02-5) - Read more NAKED HEART Hot and steamy performance art at historic Durban Manor. (article published 2007-02-5) - Read more PEACE IN OUR LIFETIME Jerry Pooe’s “Peace in the Valley” reworked to focus on peace on the African continent as a whole. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-02-3) - Read more PEACE IN OUR LIFETIME MUSICAL Eager Artists to musical in the Playhouse Drama Theatre. (article published 2007-01-30) - Read more CHRIS SEABROOKE THEATRE @ DHS Construction underway for 120-seater theatre at Durban High School. (article published 2007-01-30) - Read more IDEAS FOR KWASUKA Scheduling for Kwasuka Theatre underway and projects and ideas are invited. (article published 2007-01-28) - Read more HEXAGON NEWS Coming up at the Hexagon in February is Snow White and Blood Orange. (article published 2007-01-28) - Read more HAMLET FOR HILTON Eight day time performances of government school matric setwork at Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2007-01-28) - Read more HAMLET Actors Co-operative in association with the Playhouse Company presents Shakespeare’s well-known tragedy. (article published 2007-01-28) - Read more ONE FOR THE ROAD Harold Pinter’s frightening study of a political torture for Playhouse Loft. (article published 2007-01-28) - Read more NAKED HEART Artists invited to participate in new venue. (article published 2007-01-28) - Read more BRYAN HILL FOR TEATRO Key theatre appointment sets the stage for industry’s growth. (article published 2007-01-28) - Read more WHEN RAIN CLOUDS GATHER Action Youth Artists present musical play at Mr View Civic Centre. (article published 2007-01-26) - Read more SPITFIRE: THE RETURN OF THE RED After successful Musho! Appearance, Ewok takes his play to St Anne’s College. (article published 2007-01-26) - Read more AUDITION FOR KWA-ZULU Bonginkosi Shangase invites all talented artists to audition for new theatre production. (article published 2007-01-26) - Read more SNOW WHITE Popular adult pantomime moves to Hexagon Theatre in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2007-01-23) - Read more DOWN WITH THE BROWN Sugar Sammy stars in comedy show at Sibaya with Loyiso Gola as support act. (article published 2007-01-23) - Read more MUSHO CLOSING PARTY Successful theatre festival ended with a bang. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-01-23) - Read more BLOOD ORANGE Physical theatre at its best on Musho! Festival. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-01-23) - Read more COTA AUDITION NOTICE Company of Theatre Arts invite participation for their 21st birthday show. (article published 2007-01-23) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS 2007 Nominations invited from production companies for 2007 Fools Awards (article published 2007-01-22) - Read more THE BLUE PERIOD OF MILTON VAN DER SPUY Excellence, great humour and much pathos from Greig Coetzee in gentle portrayal of a disabled artist. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-01-21) - Read more SPITFIRE: RETURN OF THE RED Brilliant material and faultless performance from Ewok at Musho! Festival. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-01-21) - Read more THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE Thoroughly modern, thoroughly feel-good and thoroughly loads of fun! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-01-20) - Read more INDIAN WITH AN ATTITUDE .... AND A WIFE Well acted and effectively presented short piece on Musho! Festival. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-01-20) - Read more THE ONUS CHRONICLES Enjoyable evening of contemporary drama with good presentations. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-01-20) - Read more SHRIMPS Brilliant performances but talents could be used to better effect in something else. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-01-19) - Read more SUICIDE KING Well constructed play with a great plot line. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-01-19) - Read more THE SUICIDE KING Nice build-up of tension in two-hander written b y the irrepressible Marc Kay. (Review by Frank Graham) (article published 2007-01-19) - Read more SHRIMP Incredible performances from Dorit Weintal and Simon Rowe in international production on Musho! Festival. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-01-18) - Read more SOME MOTHERS’ SONS Faultless and utterly convincing performances by Wiseman Sithole and Gideon van Eeden. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-01-15) - Read more SPITFIRE Ewok spits fire on a rollercoaster ride at Musho! Festival. (Review by Frank Graham) (article published 2007-01-15) - Read more DEATH OF LAWRENCE FOLLEY Well-known baritone dies in the UK after long battle with cancer. (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2007-01-15) - Read more EXPLETIVE DELETED Outstanding performance by Thomie Holtzhausen as human firewall in Musho Festival drama. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-01-14) - Read more THE HORSESHOE Outstanding performances by Bheki Khabela and Sduduzo Khawula in Musho Festival drama. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-01-14) - Read more BRIDESMAID Attention to detail superb in one-woman show featuring Mary Steward. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-01-12) - Read more EXILE AT HOME Production addresses variety of cultures and problems of the people who live in Israel. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2007-01-12) - Read more BEGGAR First staging for Musho of new play by Pranesh Maharaj. (article published 2007-01-9) - Read more MUSHO FESTIVAL One & Two Person theatre festival at Kwasuka and Catalina Theatres. (article published 2007-01-9) - Read more TRIBUTE TO WAYNE DELPORT Long-time friend and colleague Shanthan Pillay pays tribute. (article published 2007-01-7) - Read more HEXAGON NEWS Productions lined up for 2007 for Hexagon Theatre. (article published 2007-01-1) - Read more SHAKESPEARE INTER-SCHOOLS QUIZ National Creative Arts Youth Festival challenges young people to battle their knowledge of Shakespeare against each other. (article published 2007-01-1) - Read more HAPPY NEW YEAR! All the best to artSMart regular readers and visitors for 2007! (article published 2006-12-31) - Read more EXILE AT HOME Arab-Israeli Play for Musho. (article published 2006-12-30) - Read more STUART MEY PAYS TRIBUTE TO WAYNE DELPORT Dockyard owner and director pays tribute to Wayne Douglas Delport (article published 2006-12-25) - Read more SLEEPING BEAUTY Just the thing to convince kids, and adults, that theatre is a Good Thing. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2006-12-25) - Read more HAPPY CHRISTMAS! The artSMart team wishes all readers and advertisers a happy Christmas. (article published 2006-12-25) - Read more STUART MEY PAYS TRIBUTE TO WAYNE DELPORT Dockyard owner and director pays tribute to Wayne Douglas Delport (article published 2006-12-25) - Read more DEATH OF WAYNE DELPORT Talented young singer dies of a heart attack at the age of 25. (article published 2006-12-24) - Read more NOT QUITE BILLY Fantastic performer pays tribute to Billy Connelly. (Review by Guy Sclanders) (article published 2006-12-22) - Read more DEATH OF TALIEP PETERSON Cape Town theatre personality murdered in his own home by robbers. (article published 2006-12-18) - Read more DEATH OF MARJORIE CHASE Legendary figure in Durban ice skating circles dies aged 98. (article published 2006-12-18) - Read more MALUJU ZULU MUSICAL A tale of love and war written and directed by Bonginkosi Shangase. (article published 2006-12-15) - Read more PLAYWRITING WORKSHOP COURSE Sancta receives a substantial Grant from The Arts and Culture Trust. (article published 2006-12-15) - Read more BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS 2006 Business sponsors of the arts invited to enter awards for innovative and effective sponsorship. (article published 2006-12-15) - Read more THE BEST KEPT SECRET…SHHHHH Amusing and entertaining show for youngsters deals with dreams and wishes. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-12-15) - Read more SPOTLIGHT PRODUCTIONS Amateur theatre group focusing on fundraising productions. (article published 2006-12-14) - Read more THE BEST KEPT SECRET…Shhhhh Dingalings Production Company to present children’s show at Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2006-12-14) - Read more COMEDY EXPRESS Evening of comedy at Sibaya Casino with some of South Africa’s top comic talent. (article published 2006-12-13) - Read more FREDDY THE FROG Latest in the Freddy the Frog series for the very young running at Durban’s Botanic Garden. (article published 2006-12-13) - Read more CINDERELLA Energetic cast delights young audiences in Actors Co-Operative’s version of traditional tale. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-12-12) - Read more SLEEPING BEAUTY Pure KickstArt enchantment from start to finish. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-12-11) - Read more DEATH OF MERVYN GOODMAN Former theatre impresario and co-owner of The Cellar takes his own life. (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-12-9) - Read more MY FAIR LADY Playhouse Opera back in business with top-notch production of much-loved musical. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-12-6) - Read more THE BEST KEPT SECRET…SHHHHH From Dingalings Production Company comes an exciting new children’s play. (article published 2006-12-4) - Read more TALES OF THE TOKOLOSHE Pieter Scholtz to enact some of his favourite tales at Blue Zoo Café. (article published 2006-12-4) - Read more LET DURBAN LAUGH Ethekwini Municipality features internationally acclaimed and celebrated performers and comedians. (article published 2006-12-4) - Read more 100% ZULU STAND-UP COMEDY First performance of Ethekwini comedy festival line-up at DLI Hall on December 1. (article published 2006-12-4) - Read more INTERVIEW WITH HAZEL BARNES Margaret von Klemperer interviews retiring head of Drama Studies Department on UKZN Pietermaritzburg campus. (courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2006-12-3) - Read more THE ADVENTURES OF BUBBLE THE CLOWN Lighthearted romp for the little ones at Catalina Theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-12-2) - Read more PHILIPPART AND ANJA Slick, highly entertaining, very visual and extremely amusing hour-plus of humour, magic and song. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-12-2) - Read more BHAMBATHA KAMANSINZA! Musical epic of the wars of resistance honour the Day of Reconciliation. (article published 2006-12-2) - Read more OUR STORY MAGIC Gcina Mhlophe launches collection of children’s stories. (article published 2006-12-2) - Read more CINDERELLA & BROTHERS GRIMM Actors Co-Operative back in force at Killie Campbell Museum with two shows for young audiences. (article published 2006-12-2) - Read more NOT QUITE BILLY Mark Palmer pays tribute to Scottish stand-up comedian Billy Connolly. (article published 2006-11-29) - Read more THE ADVENTURES OF BUBBLE THE CLOWN Delightful and interactive circus adventure for family audiences at Catalina. (article published 2006-11-29) - Read more SLEEPING BEAUTY True traditional pantomime at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre over the festive season. (article published 2006-11-29) - Read more ONE MOUTH ONE MIND ONE MIC One-man performance poetry piece featuring Creamy EWOK Baggends. (article published 2006-11-29) - Read more MUSHO Musho: One & Two Person Theatre festival for Catalina and Kwasuka Theatres in January. (article published 2006-11-29) - Read more FOUR DING-A-LINGS AND A DING 2 Sequel of successful show to run at Supernova at Suncoast. (article published 2006-11-29) - Read more TO HOUSE REVIEW Excellent set and lighting design facilitate good production of new piece of contemporary South Africa theatre. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2006-11-29) - Read more DTA WINNERS The Mercury Durban Theatre Awards recognises excellence in the Durban theatre industry. (article published 2006-11-28) - Read more LOOKING AT “TO HOUSE” In the age of electronic communication it is easy to lose sight of the pivotal role live theatre play. (Report by William Charlton-Perkins, courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2006-11-23) - Read more DEATH OF KENNETH HENDEL Veteran actor and broadcaster dies in Johannesburg at the age of 75. (article published 2006-11-23) - Read more DURBAN THEATRE AWARD NOMINATIONS The list of nominations for The Mercury Durban Theatre Awards 2005-2006. (article published 2006-11-20) - Read more BOSMAN'S WOMEN Barbie Meyer’s look at Herman Charles Bosman for Nottingham Road Pink Festival. (article published 2006-11-15) - Read more THE MERCURY DURBAN THEATRE AWARDS Get out your feather boas and sparkly tiaras for Durban’s annual glitzy “Oscars” night. (article published 2006-11-5) - Read more TO HOUSE Theatre carrying strong message about the choices people make. (article published 2006-11-5) - Read more IT’S ALL ABOUT THE UNCLE TRANCE Zany stage production for Suncoast. (article published 2006-11-5) - Read more AFRICAN QUEEN Bheki Mbili directs production that abounds with big energy and a spirit of optimism. (article published 2006-11-5) - Read more SNOW WHITE Adult pantomime back on track with latest offering at Catalina Theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-11-1) - Read more THE MERCURY DURBAN THEATRE AWARDS Fourth annual glitzy Durban Theatre Awards welcomes The Mercury as its media partner. (article published 2006-10-29) - Read more NOT THE BIG EASY Paul Slabolepszy’s lighthearted approach to the cult of getting to know the inner self through motivational events. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer) (article published 2006-10-29) - Read more NOTTINGHAM ROAD PINK FESTIVAL First annual “Pink Festival” offers a weekend of extravagance, music, theatre, dance and magical meandering! (article published 2006-10-23) - Read more TO HOUSE Fast-moving and exciting interplay between two men marks Ashwin Singh’s play at the Playhouse. (article published 2006-10-23) - Read more GHOSTS Hexagon to present Henrik Ibsen play to mark the centenary of his death. (article published 2006-10-22) - Read more SLEEPING BEAUTY KickstArt to present new production of the classic fairy tale! (article published 2006-10-22) - Read more TWO - THE BEGINNING OF THE END Clare Mortimer and Neil Coppen in play which explores reality and fiction, fantasy and flawed memory. (article published 2006-10-21) - Read more BUBBLE THE CLOWN Circus adventure for the young at Catalina over the festive season. (article published 2006-10-18) - Read more NOT THE BIG EASY Paul Slabolepszy's cracking one-man comedy for Hexagon in Pietermaritzburg at end of October. (article published 2006-10-18) - Read more TOKOLOSHE COME & GO! Award-winning duo to perform entertaining production at Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2006-10-18) - Read more CONTEMPORARY THEATRE READINGS Deadline for the NLDTF/PANSA Festivals of Contemporary Theatre Readings 2006/7: now extended to October 31. (article published 2006-10-16) - Read more EDITORIAL ON HOLD FOR A WHILE artSMart editor out of action for a while. (article published 2006-10-8) - Read more DEFENDING THE LAID MAN David Newton hits the mark! Review by Luke Thomas (article published 2006-10-7) - Read more WE WILL ROCK YOU Wow! The long-awaited “We Will Rock You” is everything it’s hyped up to be. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-10-4) - Read more LOST IN THE STARS Sifiso Mathenjwa and Nolwazi G Shange shine in DUT’s production of Alan Paton musical. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-10-3) - Read more LOST IN THE STARS Sifiso Mathenjwa and Nolwazi G Shange shine in DUT’s production of Alan Paton musical. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-10-3) - Read more GRANDPA GRUMP & HIS MAGICAL JUNK SHOP Bryan Hiles presents delightful entertainment for the little ones – and accompanying adults! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-10-1) - Read more SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD Coup of Witness Hilton Arts Festival was revival of one of South Africa’s most famous pieces of theatre. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer) (article published 2006-10-1) - Read more LUNGILE - THE MOST BEAUTIFUL GIRL IN THE LAND Dance drama collaboration between Gcina Mhlophe and Mark Hawkins is pure delight from start to finish. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-09-30) - Read more GRANDPA GRUMP AND HIS MAGICAL JUNK SHOP Ryan Hiles presents pacey whirlwind trip to dusty old junk shop. (Review by Charlotte Fairfax) (article published 2006-09-28) - Read more GROET DIE GROTMAN Afrikaners is plesierig, dit kan julle glo! Afrikaaners are truly joyous. Believe it. (Review by Luke Thomas) (article published 2006-09-28) - Read more LION KING AUDITIONS Auditions for a role in The Lion King take place in Durban on September 27 and 28. (article published 2006-09-26) - Read more FULL CIRCLE UK Premiere of Kobus Moolman’s award-winning play. (article published 2006-09-26) - Read more SLEEPING BEAUTY Durban is in for a magical treat this December with traditional pantomime from KickstArt. (article published 2006-09-25) - Read more DEFENDING THE LAID MAN David Newton’s hilarious send-up of the sex chase comes to Catalina Theatre. (article published 2006-09-25) - Read more JUST DON’T … DO CRIME Edmund Mhlongo and Durban’s K-Caps performing at Johannesburg Civic Theatre. (article published 2006-09-25) - Read more SUSSIE IS NOU SUUR Comedy with Marion Holm for The Theatre - St Anne's College. (article published 2006-09-25) - Read more BROADWAY & WEST END HITS FOR SA Billy Suter reports on musicals soon to be seen in South Africa. (Article reproduced courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2006-09-24) - Read more PADDA POSSIBILITREES Children’s play from Adi Paxton in Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2006-09-24) - Read more THEATRE UNDER THE STARS Frank Graham performs programme of candlelight theatre in Ashburton on September 30. (article published 2006-09-23) - Read more GRANDPA GRUMP & HIS MAGICAL JUNK SHOP Catalina Theatre presents Bryan Hiles in traditional holiday fare for younger audiences. (article published 2006-09-23) - Read more WE WILL ROCK YOU Stand by to be astounded by sheer performance and technical power. (article published 2006-09-21) - Read more UNDER ETHEKWINI SKIES Celebrate cultural diversity on Heritage Day at uShaka Marine World. (article published 2006-09-18) - Read more NOTTINGHAM ROAD PINK FESTIVAL Notties goes Nancy from November 24 to 26. (article published 2006-09-18) - Read more NOT THE BIG EASY Paul Slabolepszy's cracking one-man comedy for Hexagon in Pietermaritzburg at end of October. (article published 2006-09-18) - Read more LUNGILE New dance drama marks unique collaboration between Gcina Mhlophe and Mark Hawkins. (article published 2006-09-18) - Read more THE DEVIL AND BILLY MARKHAM Raunchy talking blues by the late Shel Silverstein is perfect vehicle for Graham Clarke’s talents. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-09-18) - Read more TWO … IS THE BEGINNING OF THE END Fascinating one-acter by Clare Mortimer and Neil Coppen still to achieve its rightful potential. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-09-18) - Read more ABBAMANIACS Wild manic mayhem from Aaron McIlroy woven into the music of ABBA makes for glorious fun evening of entertainment. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-09-15) - Read more BARRY AND MARIO Barry Hilton and Mario Monteregge's Music Unlimited for Sibaya. (article published 2006-09-12) - Read more JOHNNY BOSKAK FOR HILTON Greig Coetzee’s Edinburgh Festival award winning piece for Witness Hilton Arts Festival. (article published 2006-09-12) - Read more SEMINAR ON DRAMA & RELIGION Call for Papers for international seminar to be held in Tehran. (article published 2006-09-12) - Read more KICKSTART DUO Three scheming women and three angry men in rerun of two comedies. (article published 2006-09-12) - Read more POST OF LITERARY MANAGER Market Theatre in Johannesburg is looking for a Literary Manager to join its Artistic Team. (article published 2006-09-11) - Read more COMEDY EXPRESS Country’s top comic talent at Sibaya Casino. (article published 2006-09-11) - Read more THE CRUCIBLE Collaborative effort between honours students and UKZN Drama and Performance Studies results in riveting production of Miller classic. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-09-10) - Read more THE MADRAS MASALA COMEDY Durban Comedy from 12 hot new comics at Suncoast Supernova. (article published 2006-09-7) - Read more THE CRUCIBLE UKZN Drama and Performance Studies and Possible Productions present Arthur Miller classic. (article published 2006-09-5) - Read more THANK YOU VERY MUCH Slick, clever, multi-media take-off of Award winners by talented actor and script writer Clinton Marius. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2006-09-4) - Read more SPUD WINS AWARD John van de Ruit’s novel wins Booksellers’ Choice Award 2006. (article published 2006-09-3) - Read more THE CRUCIBLE Honours Acting students of the Drama and Performance programme present Arthur Miller classic. (article published 2006-09-3) - Read more WOZA ALBERT! Don’t miss two young DHS learners putting in fine professional performances in this SA classic piece. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-08-30) - Read more WOZA ALBERT DHS production to be presented at Catalina and Witness Hilton Arts Festival. (article published 2006-08-26) - Read more PINK FESTIVAL Invitation to submit proposals for new annual arts festival in Nottingham Road. (article published 2006-08-25) - Read more 14TH HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL Head for the hills for the annual festival at Hilton College. (Report by Billy Suter, courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2006-08-22) - Read more GROET DIE GROTMAN “Defending the Caveman” is back in Afrikaans. (article published 2006-08-22) - Read more MY FAIR LADY BOOKING OPENS Booking now open for Playhouse Company festive season musical. (article published 2006-08-20) - Read more MARTIN WHITE IN NZ Former member of the Deez M Beez (article published 2006-08-20) - Read more ACT AWARDS 2006 Call for Nominations for The Arts & Culture Trust ACT Awards 2006. (article published 2006-08-20) - Read more NAF APPLICATIONS National Arts Festival welcomes applications for presentations at the 2007 festival. (article published 2006-08-20) - Read more VERDA VARIETY FUNDRAISER Gatskop for Werda High School in Hillary to be hosted by Barry Hilton. (article published 2006-08-20) - Read more TRIBUTE TO ROB AMATO Leading figure in protest theatre killed in vehicle collision in Johannesburg in July. (article published 2006-08-20) - Read more SOPHIATOWN Jerry Pooe interprets Junction Avenue Theatre Company masterpiece at Catalina Theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-08-20) - Read more THANK YOU VERY MUCH Durban writer-performer Clinton Marius is back with a new, off-the-wall stage comedy. (article published 2006-08-15) - Read more SOPHIATOWN Jerry Pooe directs Junction Avenue Theatre Company's well-known musical at Catalina. (article published 2006-08-13) - Read more ART & BOSTON MARRIAGE Three scheming women and three angry men make for two fascinating comedies at Catalina. (article published 2006-08-13) - Read more SIS’STRATA IN DA HOOD Robin Singh produces high energy and amusing modern day counterpart to Aristophanes’ classic play. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-08-10) - Read more ACT AWARDS 2006 Call for Nominations for The Arts & Culture Trust ACT Awards 2006. (article published 2006-08-8) - Read more HYPNOTIST FOR HEXAGON Andre the Hilarious Hypnotist moves up to Pietermaritzburg after Durban run. (article published 2006-08-8) - Read more BIRD’S EYE VIEW Moving tale of growing up, sacrifice and taking responsibility to appear on St Anne’s Theatre Festival. (article published 2006-08-7) - Read more WORKSHOP NEGATIVE One of Zimbabwe’s important post-independence plays for Hexagon Theatre on August 10. (article published 2006-08-7) - Read more COMEDY EXPRESS Evenings of comedy with some of the country's top comic talent at Krakatoa at Sibaya Casino. (article published 2006-08-7) - Read more SHWELE BAWO! Award-winning Motshabi Tyelele presents her play at the Playhouse Company’s Women’s Arts Festival. (article published 2006-08-6) - Read more TOKOLOSHE COME AND GO An hour of delicious mayhem at Catalina Theatre from the inimitable Neon Anthems. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-08-3) - Read more NATIONAL SCHOOLS FESTIVAL Once again, an unforgettable Festival comes to an end and we are enriched by the experience. (Report by Dawn Haynes) (article published 2006-08-1) - Read more SIZWE BANZI FOR HILTON Athol Fugard classic to appear on the Witness Hilton Arts Festival. (article published 2006-08-1) - Read more RAEESA MOHAMED Drama programmes on Lotus FM. (Interview by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2006-07-29) - Read more TOKOLOSHE COME & GO! Neon Anthems bring fun and quirky tales of Africa to the Catalina. (article published 2006-07-29) - Read more ANDRE THE HILARIOUS HYPNOTIST Popular hypnotist returns to Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre. (article published 2006-07-24) - Read more SIS’STRATA IN DA HOOD Robin Singh adapts ancient Greek comedy about role played by women in stopping wars. (article published 2006-07-23) - Read more THANK YOU VERY MUCH Clinton Marius in send-up of film awards in collaboration with Durban University of Technology. (article published 2006-07-23) - Read more KOLLIG FESTIVAL Line-up of forthcoming Absa Kollig Arts Festival. (Report by Billy Suter, courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2006-07-22) - Read more THE ART OF CHARF Paul Slabolepszy's delightful comedy to have short run at Hexagon in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2006-07-22) - Read more BAYEDE SHAKA Henry Cele plays uShaka Zulu in return season of original musical. (article published 2006-07-21) - Read more URBAN VOICES Performance of International Spoken Word Festival at BAT Centre on July 30. (article published 2006-07-21) - Read more WOMEN’S ARTS FESTIVAL Playhouse Company to present its 10th annual International Women’s Arts Festival. (article published 2006-07-21) - Read more BLACK MAMBA Uncompromising sharpness to sketches which are socially astute and extremely clever. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2006-07-20) - Read more BOSMAN'S WOMEN Production brought back by popular demand to South Coast’s Riverbend Conference Centre. (article published 2006-07-20) - Read more TO HOUSE AUDITIONS Playhouse Company to hold auditions for Ashwin Singh’s play to be presented in November. (article published 2006-07-20) - Read more THEATRE READINGS 2006/7 PANSA receives massive boost from NLDTF. (article published 2006-07-20) - Read more NEW SOUTH AFRICAN PLAYS Durban author Ashwin Singh featured in collection of plays. (article published 2006-07-15) - Read more RADIO DRAMA Troubadour Productions looking for people with good imagination, flair for mimicry and talent for accents. (article published 2006-07-15) - Read more MISSING LINKS Extremely well thought out and funny comedy based on evolution with superb quips by Mark Sampson. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2006-07-14) - Read more SLEEPING BEAUTY Delicious holiday entertainment for little ones at Durban Botanic Gardens. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-07-14) - Read more JIMBO Original production by Hamish Kyd blazes back onto the Playhouse stage 13 years later. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-07-13) - Read more FESTIVAL SHOWCASE St Anne’s College showcases speech and drama students. (article published 2006-07-11) - Read more MISSING LINKS Mark Sampson's r-evolutionary comedy at Catalina Theatre. (article published 2006-07-11) - Read more THE SHOOTING GALLERY Clever idea with marvellous imagery but the end result doesn’t fulfil the potential. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-07-8) - Read more EXPLETIVE DELETED Fascinating new play by Janet van Eeden has strong potential. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-07-7) - Read more TIN BUCKET DRUM The kind of piece that would be perfect for the Edinburgh Festival. (Review by Luke Thomas) (article published 2006-07-7) - Read more CRACKING UP WITH COLIN COTTONBOTTOM Superb comic timing and imaginative use of various bits of rubbish. (Review by Luke Thomas) (article published 2006-07-7) - Read more TWO IS THE BEGINNING OF THE END The kind of gem I like to see at arts festivals. (Review by Luke Thomas) (article published 2006-07-7) - Read more TWO TO TANGO Mike van Graan’s entertaining two-hander sees the ups and downs of a long-term relationship. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-07-7) - Read more SLEEPING BEAUTY Actors Co-Op present a production that’s “finger pricking good”! (Review by Charlotte Fairfax (article published 2006-07-7) - Read more WINNING PLAYS AT NAF NLDTF/PANSA winning plays at the National Arts Festival 2006 (article published 2006-07-7) - Read more THE SECRET LETTERS OF JAN VAN RIEBEECK Robert Kirby’s wit as biting and ruthlessly satirical as ever in fine performance from Robin Smith. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-07-6) - Read more MICHAEL DIED Mix of clowning and actuality written and directed by Libby Allen shows strong potential. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-07-6) - Read more COUPÉ Extremely skilful direction and acting makes this drama an absolute must! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-07-4) - Read more TWO IS THE BEGINNING OF THE END You won’t find better writing and better acting at the Festival. (Review by Andrew Verster) (article published 2006-07-4) - Read more AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS Alan Swerdlow and cast produce hugely entertaining perfect festival fare. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-07-1) - Read more THE FARAWAY FOREST Fun forest frolics at Catalina Theatre. (Review by Charlotte Fairfax) (article published 2006-07-1) - Read more WINNIE THE POOH AA Milne’s delightful tale brought to life with fun and gusto. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-06-29) - Read more SARAFINA! IN TOP TEN Vibrant musical motion picture notches up record attendances. (article published 2006-06-24) - Read more LE DOMAINE Cheers Comedy and whisky tasting at Hillcrest venue. (article published 2006-06-24) - Read more SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD Urgent appeal to the public and to schools. (article published 2006-06-24) - Read more SLEEPING BEAUTY Fresh new take on much-loved fable offers holiday entertainment for young and young at heart. (article published 2006-06-23) - Read more PERTULIA RAMAPHALA Former Kwasuka Theatre Manager returns to South Africa. (article published 2006-06-21) - Read more A MATTER OF TIME Play by Janet van Eeden to premiere at National Arts Festival. (article published 2006-06-21) - Read more FARAWAY FOREST Tickets include harbour boat ride for holiday family show at Catalina Theatre. (article published 2006-06-21) - Read more MINCE AND THE CITY Mince “girls” offer same world-class performance in their latest show. (article published 2006-06-19) - Read more PLAYHOUSE WINTER SEASON Hip Kulcha kicks off busy winter season at Durban's Playhouse. (article published 2006-06-17) - Read more ACT SUPPORT ACT announces R1 million support for 31 Projects. (article published 2006-06-17) - Read more ANNIE Northcliff High School returns to Durban for annual musical production. (article published 2006-06-12) - Read more NORTHLANDS GIRLS WOW NCAYF Northlands Girls receive straight “A”s at National Creative Arts Youth Festival. (article published 2006-06-11) - Read more WINNIE THE POOH KickstArt promises fabulous family holiday fare in the Playhouse Opera. (article published 2006-06-8) - Read more TAMING OF THE SHREW New 'take' on popular Shakespeare comedy from Hilton College and St Anne’s College. (article published 2006-06-8) - Read more DEATH OF MICHAEL LOVEGROVE CEO of the South African State Theatre dies in Pretoria. (article published 2006-06-8) - Read more D.O.F. Aaron McIlroy focuses on forensics in his most entertaining and tightly-directed production to date. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-06-7) - Read more D.O.F. Entertainment from Aaron McIlroy that could be physically damaging! (article published 2006-06-2) - Read more ACT R1 MILLION SUPPORT ACT Announces R1 Million Support for 31 Projects (article published 2006-06-2) - Read more BOSMAN’S WOMEN ColaborArt project directed by Bets Basson. (article published 2006-06-2) - Read more RAIN Children's musical based on ancient San tale for Hexagon Theatre in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2006-06-2) - Read more ON THE EDGE OF YOUR SEAT Highway Intimate Theatre Society promises a "witches brew" of suspense and drama. (article published 2006-05-29) - Read more BASA SUPPORTS FRINGE Business and Arts South Africa make special grant available for the 2006 National Arts Festival. (article published 2006-05-28) - Read more DEATH OF ANTHONY FARMER Leading light in South African history of theatre design dies aged 86. (article published 2006-05-24) - Read more DRAMATIC MOVEMENT WORKSHOP Speech and Drama College (SA) to host workshop for educators and High school learners. (article published 2006-05-24) - Read more THE WIZ 2006 Unilever Young Performers show to take place at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre from July 7 to 23. (article published 2006-05-21) - Read more LIBBY ALLEN SHOWS Durban’s Libby Allen to take two shows to 2006 NAF in Grahamstown (article published 2006-05-21) - Read more RASHOMON Impressive production by DUT Department of Drama Studies. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-05-20) - Read more NAF FRINGE Fabulous finds on the National Arts Festival Fringe for 2006. (article published 2006-05-20) - Read more REACH FOR A DREAM Hospital Entertainers needed to fulfil dreams of children facing life-threatening illness. (article published 2006-05-20) - Read more JUST DON’T K-Cap Alive Kids move into the world of pure drama with their first compelling play. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-05-20) - Read more WAITING FOR GODOT Excellent interpretation of Beckett classic absurd theatre piece at Catalina. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-05-19) - Read more BARRY HILTON FESTIVAL Lightning speed repertoire from excellent stand-up comic who does not resort to insult gags. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2006-05-18) - Read more GAYNOR IN WOOLWORTHS Durban actress forms part of ongoing advertising campaign. (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-05-18) - Read more RISING STAR WORKSHOP Holiday drama and theatre workshop for Rising Star theatre school. (article published 2006-05-16) - Read more SPEAK FOR JOY! Showcase of highlights of the National Creative Arts Youth Festival’s Life Skills competitions. (article published 2006-05-15) - Read more JUST DON’T K-Cap Alive Kids Productions drama tells story of male prisoner wrongly accused of rape. (article published 2006-05-15) - Read more THEATRE AT NAF South African theatre history is written at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. (article published 2006-05-13) - Read more RASHOMON DUT to stage Fay and Michael Kanin’s production adapted from the celebrated film by Japanese master Akira Kurosawa. (article published 2006-05-13) - Read more TWELFTH NIGHT UKZN, Durban’s Drama Department presents Shakespeare play in Open Air theatre. (article published 2006-05-9) - Read more WINNIE THE POOH Loads of young talent in KickstArt’s new version of A A Milne’s classic tale. (article published 2006-05-9) - Read more SA PLAYS IN LONDON The Oval House Theatre to stage new South African plays in May. (article published 2006-05-9) - Read more PLAYHOUSE PROPOSALS Productions sought for presentation in association with the Playhouse Company. (article published 2006-05-9) - Read more BARRY HILTON FESTIVAL Sibaya Casino & Entertainment Kingdom to present South Africa's favourite funny man. (article published 2006-05-8) - Read more POPCORN - 2006 Michael Gritten and Belinda Henwood blaze through with flying colours, just as they did in 2000! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-05-5) - Read more GYPSY KINGS Jayson Jay King’s lively tribute to flamenco and pop legends at Suncoast Casino. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-05-4) - Read more DEATH OF STRINI MOODLEY Durban playwright and former black consciousness activist and journalist dies in his home town. (article published 2006-05-2) - Read more ACT CALL FOR INFORMATION ACT compiles list of formal and informal academic institutions offering training in arts, culture and heritage. (article published 2006-05-2) - Read more ROMEO & JULIET Eager Artists present vibrant musical version of Shakespeare’s ever-popular love story for schools audiences. – (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-04-29) - Read more CHALO CINEMA 2 Fresh new look at glamour and glitz of Bollywood dance extravaganzas set to have the town talking. (article published 2006-04-25) - Read more KWAKA KWABA NJE Artists Productions present 2006/7 Zulu set work for grades 10, 11 and 12 at Playhouse. (article published 2006-04-24) - Read more NAKED PART ONE Put on your stylish party best for Naked Part One with Peroni at BBB. (article published 2006-04-23) - Read more LORD OF THE FLIES Durban High School to present stage adaptation of William Golding’s novel. (article published 2006-04-21) - Read more WAITING FOR GODOT DHS drama department presents Samuel Beckett’s classic play at Catalina Theatre. (article published 2006-04-21) - Read more TECHNICOLOURED EXTENDED Stand-up comedian and illusionist Stuart Taylor extends show at Catalina to end April. (article published 2006-04-21) - Read more OLIVER TWIST Stage adaptation of Dickens’ classic from Hilton College. (article published 2006-04-21) - Read more BLUE MONDAY PLATFORM Youth initiative to get young people into the theatre has another popular gathering on April 24. (article published 2006-04-21) - Read more TAPPING HEARTS Vigorous tap routines punctuate interesting play about women’s issues. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-04-20) - Read more ARTS MANAGEMENT SYMPOSIUM Symposium for arts and culture structures, theatre managements, artist managers, booking agents, directors, agents and government officials. (article published 2006-04-17) - Read more THE NEW LOOK PLAYHOUSE Stunning plush renovated Playhouse foyer on a par with the best of Broadway and the West End. (Report by Maurice Kort) (article published 2006-04-17) - Read more TECHNICOLOURED SA Comedy Magic Champion intersperses his stand-up routine with acts of illusion and magic. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2006-04-17) - Read more POPCORN Hit comedy thriller is back from KickstArt! (article published 2006-04-15) - Read more IN RELATION Play at Pietermaritzburg’s Hexagon Studio Theatre takes a hard look at relationships. (article published 2006-04-13) - Read more PANSA AGM PANSA Members urged to attend the postponed Annual General Meeting on April 24. (article published 2006-04-10) - Read more NAKED PART ONE Event at BBB explores interaction of art styles in relaxed and innovative form. (article published 2006-04-9) - Read more DURBAN POISON COMEDY ROADSHOW Seasoned Durban comedy old-boys John Vlismas and Alyn Adams with newcomer Martin Jonas for Durban. (article published 2006-04-9) - Read more THE LOSER RETURNS! Funnyman Aaron McIlroy plays the Heritage Theatre from April 12. (article published 2006-04-9) - Read more COMEDY AT KRAKATOA Comedy Express - an evening of comedy with Joe Parker and friends – at Sibaya Casino. (article published 2006-04-6) - Read more THE WIZ AUDITIONS Calling all talented high school learners: auditions for 2006 Unilever Young Performers. (article published 2006-04-6) - Read more TECHNI-COLOURED Funny man Stuart Taylor makes his Durban debut at Catalina Theatre. (article published 2006-04-6) - Read more DIRECTORS OF THE FUTURE Catalina Mentorship Programme – directing module taking place at Catalina Theatre from April 4 to 9. (article published 2006-04-6) - Read more A CIRCUS ADVENTURE (CORRECTED REVIEW) Anthony Stonier makes his directorial debut in charming theatre piece for children. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-04-5) - Read more A CIRCUS ADVENTURE Anthony Stonier makes his directorial debut in charming theatre piece for children. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-04-5) - Read more SPIER SUMMER ARTS SEASON Call for submissions for December 2006 – March 2007 season. (article published 2006-04-3) - Read more ROMEO & JULIET Eager Artists to present Shakespeare’s ever-popular love story. (article published 2006-04-3) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS 2006 Winners of SM/Copydog Fools Awards 2006. (article published 2006-04-3) - Read more TAPPING HEARTS Johannesburg’s Abangani Theatre Group presents cutting-edge piece about South African women. (article published 2006-04-3) - Read more BOBBERT UNCUT Lisa Bobbert excels in her one-woman 'This is Your Life' show which is brilliantly conceived and executed. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2006-04-2) - Read more POSTHUMUS AWARD FOR DOBROWSKY Naledi Awards honours late Frantz Dobrowsky. (article published 2006-03-31) - Read more COMING UP ROSES The Hexagon Studio Theatre in Pietermaritzburg to present “Coming Up Roses”. (article published 2006-03-31) - Read more LORD GANESHA Dance-drama extravaganza will appeal to those with appreciation of dance or an interest in spiritual mythology and deity. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2006-03-30) - Read more CANCELLATION OF SNOOPY!! Durban run of musical directed by Elzabe Zietsman has been cancelled. (article published 2006-03-25) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS Leading contenders for the Fools Awards – but anything can happen between now and Sunday! (article published 2006-03-24) - Read more TINA LE ROUX Durban lighting designer’s life is looking good. (article published 2006-03-24) - Read more RAIN Music and puppets enhance ancient San myth. (article published 2006-03-23) - Read more NAF THEATRE Theatre programme on National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. (article published 2006-03-20) - Read more A CIRCUS ADVENTURE Fun romp for children written and directed by Anthony Stonier at iZulu Theatre. (article published 2006-03-19) - Read more SA VS OZ International comedy tour featuring S.A and international Australian acts at Sibaya Casino. (article published 2006-03-19) - Read more THANK YOU VERY MUCH POSTPONED Clinton Marius multi-media satire on Hollywood award ceremonies postponed until later in the year. (article published 2006-03-19) - Read more RADIO DRAMA BACK ON SAFM Anthony Akerman’s play about Robert Sobukwe heralds return to airwaves of radio drama in English. (article published 2006-03-18) - Read more AUDITIONS Community Theatre (Drama) and Dance groups invited to audition for Stop Crime Drama Festival. (article published 2006-03-18) - Read more WINNIE THE POOH Auditions for KickstArt's production in the Open Air Theatre. (article published 2006-03-16) - Read more GHETTO DUST Dance spectacular at the Hexagon Theatre in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2006-03-16) - Read more EPISODES OF AFRICA Second leg of Playhouse Company's New Stages features musical by Gauteng based Lubikha Theatre Project. (article published 2006-03-13) - Read more BOBBERT UNCUT Popular and irrepressible stage star unleashes her lethal comedic skills in the Playhouse Loft. (article published 2006-03-13) - Read more ANTONY & CLEOPATRA St Anne's College girls to appear in Shakespearean play. (article published 2006-03-13) - Read more SHAKESPEARE ON HALLMARK Feast of adaptations of "honey-tongued" William Shakespeare’s plays revisited on Hallmark. (article published 2006-03-12) - Read more BLACK COMEDY DIT drama students give good performances in Peter Shaffer’s farce about light reversal. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-03-12) - Read more THANK YOU VERY MUCH Clinton Marius appears in new multi-media satire on Hollywood award ceremonies. (article published 2006-03-9) - Read more HOOT Worthy successor to “The Chilli Boy” has Matthew Ribnick entering the volatile taxi industry! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-03-8) - Read more PANSA REGIONAL AGM The Performing Arts Network of SA (PANSA) KZN chapter to hold its regional AGM on March 25. (article published 2006-03-7) - Read more BARLOWORLD ARTWORKS Mentoring programme seeks business mentors for the arts. (article published 2006-03-7) - Read more THE HUNGRY Playhouse New Stages 2006 season opens with vibrant new South African play. (article published 2006-03-7) - Read more HOOT Hysterical new comedy from the creators of “The Chilli Boy” at Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre. (article published 2006-03-7) - Read more FOUR DING-A-LINGS AND A DING Hilarious new company set to delight Tongaat audiences on March 17. (article published 2006-03-7) - Read more A CIRCUS ADVENTURE Anthony Stonier to direct children’s theatre piece at iZulu Theatre. (article published 2006-03-7) - Read more BLACK COMEDY Allen Auld directs Peter Shaffer's magnificent farce about reversing light and dark at DIT. (article published 2006-03-6) - Read more PRANADRAMA Pamela Tancsik hosts acting and performance courses at OSCA. (article published 2006-03-6) - Read more GEOGRAPHY OF A HORSE DREAMER Violent and entertaining play by Sam Shepard for Hexagon Theatre in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2006-03-4) - Read more SNOOPY!!! Howl three times and for “Snoopy!!!” (by Adrienne Sichel, courtesy of The Star Tonight – February 7, 2006) (article published 2006-03-4) - Read more DEATH OF AUBREY LOUW Major figure in the Computicket organisation passed away on February 24. (article published 2006-03-4) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS 2006 Sunday Tribune SM comes on board as media partner for the 2006 Fools Awards. (article published 2006-03-4) - Read more CEFF/PANSA CALL FOR PROPOSALS Carl and Emily Fuchs Foundation in partnership with PANSA invite proposals for funding. (article published 2006-03-4) - Read more KING LEAR Excellent presentation of Shakespeare’s tragedy with towering performance from Ron Smerczak. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-03-3) - Read more WHEN BASIL MET ELVIS Delightful concept marks Clinton Philander’s debut as creator of theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-03-2) - Read more MORE JEREPIGO Lions River Club in the Midlands to host Patrick Mynhardt in “More Jerepigo” on March 3 and 4. (article published 2006-02-28) - Read more BENEFIT CONCERT Mark Banks and John Vlismas for Garth Anderson and Darren King Benefit Concert on March 6. (article published 2006-02-28) - Read more THE CHILLI BOY Matthew Ribnick’s compelling performance offers an entertaining masterclass for anyone seriously interested in theatre as a career. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-02-22) - Read more KING LEAR Review by Margaret von Klemperer of performance at Hilton College Theatre. (Courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2006-02-20) - Read more UMTHATHE UZALA UMLOTHA New dramatisation for high schools of the Zulu set work novel. (article published 2006-02-20) - Read more EPISODES OF AFRICA Playhouse Company’s New Stages presentation directed by Michael Lubisi. (article published 2006-02-20) - Read more DEAN ROBERTS FOR MUSICAL Durban actor to appear in South African production of award-winning West End musical. (article published 2006-02-19) - Read more MARKETING CONFERENCES The British Council and PANSA to host two Arts Marketing Conferences in March. (article published 2006-02-19) - Read more THE HUNGRY Bheki Mkhwane and Ellis Pearson to perform as part of Playhouse Company’s 2006 New Stages. (article published 2006-02-19) - Read more DRAMATIC LEARNING SPACES Call for proposals/abstracts for University of KZN Pietermaritzburg conference in September. (article published 2006-02-19) - Read more TAPPING HEARTS Ekhaya Multi Art Centre hosts work directed by award-winning Julian Seleke Mokoto. (article published 2006-02-17) - Read more COMEDY AT KRAKATOA Comedy Express at Sibaya Casino and Entertainment Kingdom. (article published 2006-02-16) - Read more WHAT’S UP AT THE SNEDDON? Arts Editor of The Mercury, Billy Suter, reports on forthcoming events at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre. (Courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2006-02-16) - Read more PLAYHOUSE SCHOOLS SEASON Fine productions for education and development programme. (article published 2006-02-16) - Read more MY TALENT MY BREAD Charmaine Mpofu’s work to have three performances in Durban before leaving for Dance Umbrella. (article published 2006-02-16) - Read more WHEN BASIL MET ELVIS Clinton Philander, Lisa Bobbert and John Didlick appear in new musical comedy at Catalina. (article published 2006-02-14) - Read more 4 DING-A-LINGS AND A DING Highly successful comedy returns by public demand to the SuperNova Theatre at Suncoast. (article published 2006-02-14) - Read more TOO LATE Jerry Pooe directs a 60-strong cast of DIT Drama Studies students in Gibson Kente musical. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-02-11) - Read more BHAMBATHA KAMANCINZA! MUSICAL Ikhwezi LeAfrika to present musical epic in Kwa Mashu’s Ekhaya Multi Art Centre. (article published 2006-02-7) - Read more ILOBOLO Hexagon Theatre in Pietermaritzburg to present short drama by Vuthela Youth Drama Project. (article published 2006-02-7) - Read more KING LEAR Shakespeare's King Lear opens on February 13 at the Playhouse in Durban. (article published 2006-02-7) - Read more BLUE MONDAY PLATFORM Next event at Catalina Theatre on March 6. (article published 2006-02-7) - Read more ACT APPLICATIONS Arts & Culture Trust (ACT) invites applications for funding. (article published 2006-02-7) - Read more NOT GUILTY Johannesburg theatre company presents thought-provoking play for Grades 11 and 12. (article published 2006-02-5) - Read more STEF'S SIDESPLITTING HYPNOSIS Good-natured hypnotist – and his volunteer audience members - offers a good evening’s entertainment. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2006-02-3) - Read more FULL CIRCLE Riveting and gripping thriller drama with magnificent performance by Anriette van Rooyen. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2006-02-3) - Read more LEND ME A TENOR The Highway Intimate Theatre celebrates 45 years with hilarious farce. (article published 2006-02-2) - Read more STEF THE HYPNOTIST Effervescent entertainer to appear at Catalina Theatre in February. (article published 2006-02-2) - Read more TOO LATE DIT Drama Studies Department to present musical by the late Gibson Kente. (article published 2006-02-2) - Read more INTERVIEW WITH MICHAEL RICHARD Interview by Margaret von Klemperer (courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2006-02-2) - Read more FULL CIRCLE Review of Kobus Moolman's award-winning play by Margaret von Klemperer. (Courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2006-02-2) - Read more COMEDY EXPRESS Joe Parker is joined by Eugene Khoza, Vittorio and Darren Maule at Krakatoa on February 8. (article published 2006-02-1) - Read more TRIBUTE TO FRANTZ DOBROWSKY Debbie Lutge pays tribute to the late South African actor. (article published 2006-02-1) - Read more WHEN RAIN CLOUDS GATHER Director Khaya Ngema to stage a musical adaptation of Bessie Head’s novel in Verulam. (article published 2006-01-31) - Read more EISTEDDFOD AWARDS Entries called for National Eisteddfod Academy Awards 2006. (article published 2006-01-31) - Read more THE DEMON OF THE CURRY POWDERS Struik Publishers and Adams Booksellers to launch book by Pieter Scholtz on February 15. (article published 2006-01-31) - Read more DE WET’S DREAM The Theatre – St Anne’s College to host highly physical two-hander. (article published 2006-01-31) - Read more TRIBUTE TO PROFESSOR SNEDDON Folk singer Miriam Erasmus pays tribute to the late Professor Elizabeth Sneddon. (article published 2006-01-30) - Read more DEATH OF AN ACTOR Janet van Eeden interviews director Garth Anderson about the late Frantz Dobrowsky. (article published 2006-01-28) - Read more TRIBUTE TO FRANTZ DOBROWSKY Stephen Kay pays tribute to the late actor Frantz Dobrowsky. (article published 2006-01-28) - Read more FULL CIRCLE Kobus Moolman’s award winning play to come to Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2006-01-24) - Read more TRIBUTE TO FRANTZ DOBROWSKY Steven Stead and Greg King pay tribute to the late actor. (article published 2006-01-24) - Read more DIT DRAMA STUDIES PROGRAMME Department of Drama Studies at DIT to present five exciting productions in 2006. (article published 2006-01-23) - Read more THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF OUR BODIES Form 4 Drama Residency Performance at The Theatre – St Anne’s College. (article published 2006-01-23) - Read more THREE DOZEN ROSES Invited production to Musho Festival offers excellent performances, direction and scriptwriting. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2006-01-22) - Read more HILTON THEATRE NEWS Future programme for Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2006-01-22) - Read more FULL CIRCLE Kobus Moolman’s award winning play to come to Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2006-01-22) - Read more BLACK MAMBA John van de Ruit and Ben Voss head for Hilton with their venomous comedy with a deadly bite! (article published 2006-01-22) - Read more TRIBUTE TO FRANTZ DOBROWSKY Fellow actor Peter Terry pays tribute to well-known South African actor. (article published 2006-01-21) - Read more DEATH OF FRANTZ DOBROWSKY Well-known actor commits suicide. (article published 2006-01-21) - Read more COLOUR ME EVIL Opening production of Musho! Theatre Festival makes for interesting, very watchable theatre. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2006-01-21) - Read more BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS Business and arts partnerships under the spotlight. (article published 2006-01-21) - Read more NEW MANAGEMENT FOR KWASUKA Kwasuka Theatre under new management with Themi Venturas as director. (article published 2006-01-15) - Read more THOMAS MORE CULTURAL PROGRAMME Thomas More College about to embark on exciting new project. (article published 2006-01-15) - Read more KWASUKA LEASE CHANGES HANDS KickstArt hands over running of Kwasuka to Themi Venturas. (article published 2006-01-12) - Read more BOMBAY CRUSH Bollywood-styled musical at Sibiya extended by popular demand! (article published 2006-01-10) - Read more SHAKESPEARE QUIZ National Creative Arts Youth Festival 2006 invites High Schools and Secondary Schools to participate in unique competition. (article published 2006-01-10) - Read more JACK & HIS BIG STALK Popular festive season panto to have one performance on January 27. (article published 2006-01-10) - Read more ARTICLES ON AFRICAN THEATRE COMPANIES Articles called for to examine circumstances under which African Theatre is produced and presented. (article published 2006-01-10) - Read more COORDINATION CREATIVE WORKERS MEETING Meeting to discuss importance of responding to the challenges faced by the Arts Community. (article published 2006-01-10) - Read more SLEEPING BEAUTY AUDITIONS Four young actors needed for The Actors Co-op's Kidz Show for 2006. (article published 2006-01-8) - Read more WTC AUDITIONS The Westville Theatre Club auditions for March production. (article published 2006-01-8) - Read more MASTERCLASS FOR MUSHO! Art United from Holland to conduct master class on January 9 at Stable Theatre. (article published 2006-01-5) - Read more HAPPY NEW YEAR! Wishing all readers the very best for 2006! (article published 2005-12-31) - Read more BLACK MAMBA AT BAXTER John van de Ruit and Ben Voss present their hilarious satirical show in Cape Town. (article published 2005-12-28) - Read more KRAKATOA NEWS Comedy, Steve Hofmeyr and Bhangra and Dr Victor and the Rasta Rebels at Sibiya venue. (article published 2005-12-25) - Read more HAPPY CHRISTMAS All the best for Christmas and the festive season. (article published 2005-12-24) - Read more MERRY WIDOW Carl Rosa Opera Company announces all-star casting for South African production. (article published 2005-12-23) - Read more VIVIAN MOODLEY AT NEW YEAR Well-known actor to appear at Embizweni Conference Centre. (article published 2005-12-23) - Read more MOST AMAZING SHOW FOR SABC 2 Corne and Twakkie make their much anticipated television debut on SABC 2. (article published 2005-12-19) - Read more LEND ME A TENOR Highway Intimate Theatre to present Ken Ludwig’s farce in February. (article published 2005-12-16) - Read more RICO THE CLOWN Happy Holiday Fun for Botanic Gardens in January. (article published 2005-12-16) - Read more BLACK MAMBA FOR HILTON Joint Durban Theatre Award winner for Best Script comes to Hilton College Theatre in 2006. (article published 2005-12-16) - Read more THE WORLD IN AN ORANGE Irene Stephanou and Leila Henriques pay tribute to Barney Simon in new publication. (article published 2005-12-16) - Read more ILLA THOMPSON Report from Colin Roopnarain (courtesy of the South Coast Sun) (article published 2005-12-16) - Read more FREDDIE THE FROG Froggy hero saves the world in show at Botanic Gardens. (article published 2005-12-16) - Read more ALDO MOVES TO BOTSWANA Popular Durban entertainer Aldo Brincat to move to Gaborone. (article published 2005-12-16) - Read more PLAYHOUSE NEW YEAR Join the fun and welcome the New Year in at the Playhouse. (article published 2005-12-16) - Read more BOMBAY CRUSH Review by Margaret von Klemperer (courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2005-12-16) - Read more THEATRE FESTIVAL KwaCulture to showcase best productions in the City of Umhlathuze. (article published 2005-12-14) - Read more SUNCOAST CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Much fun to offer youngsters at Suncoast Casino in the build-up to Christmas Day. (article published 2005-12-13) - Read more PROF ELIZABETH SNEDDON Tribute from the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre management team. (article published 2005-12-13) - Read more CAROLINE SMART READS 60TH BOOK Tape Aids For The Blind volunteer completes what is possibly at least her 60th book. (article published 2005-12-9) - Read more LONDON THEATRE SHOWS BY BILLY SUTER Billy Suter has just returned from a pig-out on London theatre. (Report by Billy Suter, courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2005-12-9) - Read more THE FROG PRINCE Fun children’s show is accompanied by harbour boat ride. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-12-7) - Read more NAF FRINGE REGISTRATION OPENS National Arts Festival, Grahamstown, invites entries for the Fringe. (article published 2005-12-6) - Read more LILLIPUT LEARNERS CONCERT Youngsters communicate passionately their concern for all-important concepts (Review by Lylie Musgrave) (article published 2005-12-6) - Read more THE FROG PRINCE Magnificently magical children’s show planned for Catalina for festive season. (article published 2005-12-5) - Read more DNA EMPORIUM Warren Morck opens his brand new studio and store in Durban North. (article published 2005-12-4) - Read more DT ENTERTAINMENT Guy Sclanders of DT Entertainment offers acting courses. (article published 2005-12-4) - Read more MUSHO One & Two Person Theatre festival for Catalina Theatre & Kwasuka Theatre in January. (article published 2005-12-4) - Read more SNOW WHITE Every cast member a scene stealer in this entrancing and delightful entertainment for the whole family. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-12-3) - Read more DURBAN ARTS IN CULTURAL FESTIVAL Durban Arts Association plays major role in COSATU Workers’ Cultural Festival & Exhibition. (article published 2005-12-2) - Read more TRIBUTE TO PROFESSOR SNEDDON Glen Stephen pays tribute to Professor Elizabeth Sneddon. (article published 2005-12-1) - Read more TRIBUTE TO PROFESSOR SNEDDON Loshani Puymann pays tribute to Professor Elizabeth Sneddon. (article published 2005-12-1) - Read more DARKHORSE PRODUCTIONS Jane Cross and Megan Levy branch out on their own. (article published 2005-12-1) - Read more CATALINA SEASON TICKET Catalina Theatre offers festive season gift to enjoy six shows in 2006. (article published 2005-12-1) - Read more TRIBUTE TO PROFESSOR SNEDDON Durban Institute of Technology’s Department of Drama Studies pays tribute to Professor Elizabeth Sneddon. (article published 2005-12-1) - Read more NCAYF TRIBUTE TO PROFESSOR SNEDDON National Creative Arts Youth Festival pays tribute to its illustrious director. (article published 2005-12-1) - Read more MCMURTRY TRIBUTE TO PROFESSOR SNEDDON Tribute to Emeritus Professor Elizabeth Sneddon by Professor Mervyn McMurtry. (article published 2005-11-30) - Read more KZNPO TRIBUTE The KZN Philharmonic Orchestra pays tribute to Professor Elizabeth Sneddon. (article published 2005-11-30) - Read more AZRA DANIEL FRANCIS Tribute to Professor Elizabeth Sneddon. (article published 2005-11-30) - Read more RICHARD PARKER Playhouse lighting designer is honoured for his contribution to dance. (article published 2005-11-30) - Read more THE COOLIE ODYSSEY Heinrich Reisenhofer pulls all facets of Rajesh Gopie’s play into a skilfully-moulded, dramatic and entertaining whole. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-11-27) - Read more DEATH OF PROFESSOR SNEDDON Professor Elizabeth Sneddon has died in Durban at the age of 98. (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-11-24) - Read more DEATH OF PROFESSOR SNEDDON Professor Elizabeth Sneddon has died in Durban at the age of 98. (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-11-24) - Read more DURBAN THEATRE AWARDS WINNERS Glittering awards ceremony honour top talent in various performing arts categories. (article published 2005-11-22) - Read more CONTEMPORARY THEATRE READINGS DURBAN WINNERS Durban winners of NLDTF/PANSA Festival 2005. (article published 2005-11-16) - Read more FROG PRINCESS FAIRYTALE Children’s entertainment at Catalina includes a boat ride around Durban Bay. (article published 2005-11-14) - Read more FREDDY THE FROG Fun-filled froggie adventure for Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2005-11-14) - Read more ANDREA’S DRAMA SCHOOL Andrea Zorab-Kaminski to open a drama school for children in Westville in January 2006. (article published 2005-11-14) - Read more BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS Business and arts partnerships under the spotlight. (article published 2005-11-14) - Read more CAPE TOWN YOUTH FESTIVAL 2006 event calls for workshop proposals. (article published 2005-11-14) - Read more LET DURBAN LAUGH Comedy Festival planned for BAT Centre on December 2 and Gateway on December 4 (article published 2005-11-14) - Read more COLE PORTER/DINNER FOR ONE Westville Theatre Club presents Christmas show from December 8 to 10. (article published 2005-11-13) - Read more CONTEMPORARY THEATRE READINGS NLDTF/PANSA Festival has two more plays tomorrow. (article published 2005-11-13) - Read more BOMBAY CRUSH Bollywood fun in new major musical set to open in the iZulu Theatre at Sibaya. (article published 2005-11-11) - Read more YOUNG ARTIST AWARD WINNERS Standard Bank announces winners for 2006. (article published 2005-11-11) - Read more FUNERAL OF GRANT ERSKINE Funeral of popular and well-known Independent Newspapers photographer to take place on November 11. (article published 2005-11-10) - Read more DURBAN THEATRE AWARDS NOMINATIONS Durban theatre talent to be honoured in awards ceremony on November 21. (article published 2005-11-10) - Read more DRACULA Steven Stead's reworking of Bram Stoker classic. (Review by Guy Sclanders) (article published 2005-11-10) - Read more JACK AND HIS BIG STALK Usual wild and whacky adult panto nonsense that only bears vague resemblance to original nursery fable. (Review by Caroline Smart (article published 2005-11-9) - Read more DEATH OF GRANT ERSKINE Well-known Durban photographer dies in the KZN Midlands. (article published 2005-11-7) - Read more SOUND OF MUSIC Booking now open for Playhouse Company’s festive season production. (article published 2005-11-7) - Read more THULESIZWE Musical by Thulebona Mzizi features enthusiastic and committed cast in Playhouse New Stages production. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-11-6) - Read more TASTES LIKE STRAWBERRIES Playhouse New Stages present compelling three-hander by Sphamandla Mzobe and Mbongeni Ngubane. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-11-5) - Read more SPUD John van de Ruit’s first novel tells the delightful tale of a youngster starting off in an elite boarding establishment. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-11-4) - Read more BEACH FESTIVALS Durban’s summer season to incorporate three Beach Festivals. (article published 2005-11-4) - Read more CALL FOR PAPERS 30th Comparative Drama Conference in LA. (article published 2005-11-4) - Read more THE COOLIE ODYSSEY Rajesh Gopie’s acclaimed play with Durban origins for Playhouse Drama. (article published 2005-11-4) - Read more BEV PULÉ New contributor for artSMart offers Musings of a Meandering Mind. (article published 2005-11-3) - Read more FROM INDIA WITH LOVE! Skilfully-told endearing tale with manic Bollywood imagery and shades of The Goons and Monty Python! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-11-3) - Read more DRACULA Impeccably directed production by Steven Stead continues the Dracula legend. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-11-1) - Read more COMEDY EXPRESS & BHANGRA BASH Joe Parker and his outrageously funny comics take to the Krakatoa stage as does the Bhangra Bash. (article published 2005-11-1) - Read more ZIYABUYA EMKHUMBANE Jerry Pooe takes his latest musical to the wider community in KwaMashu. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-10-29) - Read more DRACULA FOR HALLOWEEN Erotic Gothic Horror for Kwasuka. (article published 2005-10-28) - Read more THEATRE SYMPOSIUM Symposium on Theatre in Post-apartheid South Africa. (article published 2005-10-28) - Read more MENTOS CLOSE TO ENDING Final week of the Mentos International Comedy Festival at Sibaya. (article published 2005-10-24) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN Tim Plewman back again in hilarious one-man smash-hit. (article published 2005-10-24) - Read more SNOW WHITE & THE SEVEN DWARVES Family pantomime planned for Kwasuka Theatre over December. (article published 2005-10-24) - Read more JACK AND HIS BIG STALK Durban's annual adult panto returns for the festive season, this time to Catalina Theatre. (article published 2005-10-24) - Read more THE COUSIN Barry Hilton appears at Hilton College Theatre in fundraiser for local pre-school. (article published 2005-10-20) - Read more FESTIVALS OF THEATRE READINGS Finalists announced for NLDTF/PANSA Festivals of Contemporary Theatre Readings 2005: (article published 2005-10-20) - Read more DURBAN THEATRE AWARDS 2004-2005 The third annual Durban Theatre Awards ceremony will take place at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre on November 21, 2005. (article published 2005-10-20) - Read more DEATH OF NAPIER DUNN Former Mercury cartoonist dies at the age of 67. (Report by Patrick Leeman & Xoliswa Zulu, courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2005-10-19) - Read more NEW UJ ARTS CENTRE New Arts Centre of University of Johannesburg comprises art gallery and 435 seat theatre. (article published 2005-10-19) - Read more BARLOWORLD ARTWORKS Barloworld Artworks Mentoring Programme seeks business mentors for the arts. (article published 2005-10-19) - Read more BOMBAY CRUSH! South Africa’s first locally-produced major West End-styled Bollywood stage musical. (article published 2005-10-17) - Read more PLEDGE FOR WORLD AIDS DAY Khomanani invites the public to make a pledge on December 1 for “A nation caring together”. (article published 2005-10-17) - Read more PLAYHOUSE NEW STAGES Playhouse Company to showcase two cutting edge works: “ThuleSizwe” and “Tastes Like Strawberries”. (article published 2005-10-17) - Read more DEATH OF BILL SMALE Stalwart of many NAPAC drama productions in the 70’s and 80’s dies in the UK. (article published 2005-10-17) - Read more ART EXPLOSION FESTIVAL Eager Artists Theatre Company presents mini festival of three productions and a fundraiser in BAT Hall. (article published 2005-10-17) - Read more BEST OF BLUE MONDAY PLATFORM Season to showcase the cream of the crop of edgy, ambitious and exciting new talent. (article published 2005-10-17) - Read more NLDTF CALL FOR APPLICATIONS National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund invites applications for Arts, Culture & National Heritage. (article published 2005-10-17) - Read more DEATH OF LYNDSAY MARITZ Former NAPAC poster designer dies unexpectedly at her home in Westville. (article published 2005-10-15) - Read more APPOINTMENT OF NATIONAL ARTS COUNCIL PANSA responds to full list of nominees for the new NAC Board. (article published 2005-10-15) - Read more GODFREY HERBERT TRIBUTE Tribute to late veteran Durban actor by Pat Bailey. (article published 2005-10-15) - Read more PLAYHOUSE DRAMA WORKSHOP Workshop with Action Space Theatre Company on October 22. (article published 2005-10-15) - Read more TRIBUTE TO CHRIS WELLS (CORRECTED) Well-known Durban actor pays tribute to his late brother. (Corrected tribute) (article published 2005-10-12) - Read more ASHWIN’S SUCCESSES “To House” selected for publication in the UK. (article published 2005-10-12) - Read more TRIBUTE TO CHRIS WELLS Well-known Durban actor pays tribute to his late brother. (article published 2005-10-11) - Read more MATRIC SHOWCASE St Anne’s College Drama Department share work with friends, teachers and family. (article published 2005-10-11) - Read more DEATH OF CHRIS WELLS UKZN graduate and member of the RSC dies in the UK. (article published 2005-10-7) - Read more DEATH OF GODFREY HERBERT Well-known veteran actor dies in Durban. (article published 2005-10-7) - Read more MUSHO! International Theatre Festival to be held in Durban in January 2006. (article published 2005-10-7) - Read more THE INCREDIBLE BEER SHOW Wacky one man show might not be everyone's cup of tea but it is focused and enjoyable. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2005-10-7) - Read more KING UBU Amusing 50 minutes of entertainment from DIT first-year students. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-10-6) - Read more MENTOS INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL Sibiya Casino offers 20 of the world’s top comedians featuring along with some of SA’s best. (article published 2005-10-6) - Read more BOSMAN SHORT STORIES “A Leopard, a Tree, Bosman, You & Me” for Margate Art Museum. (article published 2005-10-6) - Read more BLACK MAMBA FOR HEX Ben Voss and John van de Ruit’s new show moves to Pietermaritzburg after Durban run. (article published 2005-10-6) - Read more KING UBU DIT Department of Drama Studies to present Alfred Jarry’s satirical farce. (article published 2005-10-6) - Read more FACES FOR AFRICA Dynamic children’s production takes place every Saturday in October in Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2005-10-4) - Read more THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK Durban radio drama to be broadcast on October 9. (article published 2005-10-1) - Read more MORON THAN OFF Silent comedy at its best. (Review by Pauline Dalais) (article published 2005-09-30) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN Tim Plewman makes a very welcome return to Durban in his one man tour de force, a rare treat. (Review by Maurice Kort) (article published 2005-09-28) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN He’s back again! No introduction needed! (article published 2005-09-26) - Read more BOLLYWOOD AUDITIONS Call for auditions for 90-minute Bollywood-inspired stage musical. (article published 2005-09-24) - Read more CHERRY’S MAGIC FUN SHOW, TOO Adi Paxton presents fun for little ones in Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2005-09-24) - Read more INCREDIBLE BEER SHOW The history of mankind as seen through a beer glass from Gaetan Schmid for Catalina. (article published 2005-09-24) - Read more ONE FOR THE ROAD Durban production of Pinter play invited to MACUFE Festival. (article published 2005-09-24) - Read more FRANK GRAHAM Well-known comedian and raconteur for Kloof High School fund-raiser on September 30. (article published 2005-09-23) - Read more IDENTITY Exploration around issues of identity workshopped by Rekha Nathoo at the Hex. (article published 2005-09-23) - Read more THE GLASS MENAGERIE Tennessee Williams' famous 'memory play' for the Hex. (article published 2005-09-23) - Read more DRACULA An Erotic Gothic Horror directed by Steven Stead for Kwasuka. (article published 2005-09-21) - Read more MORON… THAN OFF Aldo Brincat brings his highly original show to Catalina Theatre for nine performances only. (article published 2005-09-21) - Read more TEACHERS SHOWCASE 90-minute programme for 2006 Playhouse schools productions. (article published 2005-09-21) - Read more BLACK MAMBA Pulling no punches, uncompromising and highly un-PC sequel to “Green Mamba” gleefully slithers into Kwasuka Theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-09-21) - Read more JOHN VAN DE RUIT Margaret von Klemperer talks to actor and playwright John van de Ruit about his new book. (Courtesy of The Witness). (article published 2005-09-20) - Read more WITNESS REVIEWS Compilation of reviews on the Witness Hilton Arts Festival. (Courtesy of The Witness: September 19, 2005). (article published 2005-09-20) - Read more DON’T PUT A TEAT ON THE WHISKEY BOTTLE! Amusing, endearing and highly entertaining one-man-show from John Whiteley reminds us of South Africa’s rich theatrical history. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-09-20) - Read more HERO Brilliant performance but the piece becomes convoluted and loses its impact. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-09-20) - Read more ART OF CHARF Elise Cawood and Wilson Dunster give fine performances in Paul Slabolepszy two-hander. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-09-20) - Read more NOISES OFF Student cast members acquit themselves well in Michael Frayn’s brilliant production. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-09-15) - Read more THE WITNESS HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL Annual festival at Hilton College Theatre from September 16 to 18 true to its own benchmark form. (article published 2005-09-15) - Read more INTERNATIONAL TRADITIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL Festival programme centres on concert with Ladysmith Black Mambazo among the headline acts. (article published 2005-09-15) - Read more GRAHAMSTOWN PERFORMANCE APPLICATIONS Performance proposals invited for 2006 National Arts Festival, Grahamstown. (article published 2005-09-15) - Read more JACK & HIS BIG STALK Adult pantomime comes to Catalina Theatre. (article published 2005-09-15) - Read more TAP DOGS BLAZE BACK! Second time around this brilliant stunt tap extravaganza has lost none of its magic. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-09-14) - Read more GROOTBEK Hour-long one-man show of engaging, delicious humour from Marc Lottering. (Review by Pauline Dalais) (article published 2005-09-13) - Read more BLACK MAMBA More venomous comedy with a deadly bite at the Hilton Festival and Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2005-09-11) - Read more AUDITIONS CATALINA YOUTH MENTORSHIP Pro-active programme to hold open auditions on September 17. (article published 2005-09-11) - Read more MAKEOVER FOR ACT AWARDS Annual award system undergoes radical facelift. (article published 2005-09-9) - Read more NOISES OFF Comedy on campus with Michael Frayn’s hilarious farce. (article published 2005-09-9) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN Tim Plewman’s back! This time at Sibaya. (article published 2005-09-8) - Read more EVITA’S ROAD! A Swartland boulevard called Evita Bezuidenhout. (article published 2005-09-5) - Read more TAKING BACK THE STABLE First round of auditions for Mbongeni Ngema’s musical to take place on September 3 and 4. (article published 2005-09-2) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEWOMAN Female send-up of the male version draws the laughs at iZulu Theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-09-1) - Read more HAVE YOU SEEN ZANDILE? Beautiful piece of theatre, full of humour and energy with some very moving moments. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-09-1) - Read more COMEDY EXPRESS Smorgasbord season of comedy acts explodes onto the Krakatoa stage. (article published 2005-09-1) - Read more FROM INDIA WITH LOVE! Sophisticated and sharpened comedic look at East meets West. (article published 2005-08-30) - Read more CIRCUS LIFE PROJECT The Swedish circus group Cirkus Cirkor back in Durban again. (article published 2005-08-30) - Read more THE SCORPION The Theatre - St Anne's College to host production directed by Andrew Buckland. (article published 2005-08-28) - Read more WAVE Ellis Pearson and Bheki Mkhwane’s latest production available for schools. (article published 2005-08-23) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEWOMAN Uproarious female response to its dramatic male counterpart. (article published 2005-08-23) - Read more AUDITION Mature, male, black actor required for Aldo Brincat production. (article published 2005-08-23) - Read more PRE-SPRING POETRY FLING Shirley Gault, Meryl Raw, Sharon Scott and Graham Lancaster will read their poems in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2005-08-23) - Read more UBOM! FOR KZN Eastern Cape Drama Company to present workshops and performances (article published 2005-08-23) - Read more COMEDY INVASION TOUR Three international comedians, three South African stars, three nights at the Playhouse. (article published 2005-08-22) - Read more PRINCESS NEEDED Durban’s annual adult pantomime in search of a heroine. (article published 2005-08-21) - Read more PANSA FORUM Performing Arts Network of South Africa (PANSA) KZN presents forum on arts funding. (article published 2005-08-21) - Read more ENTRANCES AND EXITS Latest of Athol Fugard’s autobiographical pieces now in stock at Adams. (article published 2005-08-21) - Read more LAUGHING WITH DURBAN Suncoast Casino & Nu-metro offer the “silliest, craziest, funniest comedians” the city has to offer. (article published 2005-08-21) - Read more ART The simple art of buying a painting rocks a long-term relationship and the process is hilarious. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-08-20) - Read more BOSTON MARRIAGE Power failure gives show a late start but opening night audiences respond with delight. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-08-19) - Read more BOSTON MARRIAGE Droll comedy of very bad manners set in a Victorian drawing room. (article published 2005-08-16) - Read more ART Remarkable wise, witty and intelligent comedy touches a universal nerve. (article published 2005-08-16) - Read more ST ANNE’S THEATRE FESTIVAL 2005 Theatre festival at prestigious Hilton-based school now in full swing. (article published 2005-08-15) - Read more WELL, I NEVER! Good old-fashioned night out of eloquent language and graceful manners in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2005-08-14) - Read more WELL, I NEVER! Good old-fashioned night out of eloquent language and graceful manners in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2005-08-14) - Read more THE SAVAGE SISTERS Janet van Eeden Harrison’s production to appear at Hexagon and Hilton Arts Festival. (article published 2005-08-14) - Read more THE SAVAGE SISTERS Janet van Eeden Harrison’s production to appear at Hexagon and Hilton Arts Festival. (article published 2005-08-14) - Read more PANSA ON NAC COURT CASE Media statement by the Performing Arts Network Of South Africa (PANSA) on the National Arts Council (NAC) court case: (article published 2005-08-7) - Read more DEATH OF PINKY MTSHALI Young Durban actress and former DIT student dies unexpectedly. (article published 2005-08-7) - Read more A COOKIE IN THE KITCHEN Two new talents move into mainstream theatre in a play that is well-constructed but needs work. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-08-4) - Read more WAITING Musical at Stable Theatre deals with HIV/AIDS awareness in a clearly-thought out and accessible way. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-08-2) - Read more FRANK & STEIN Last chance to see ghoulish send-up of Mary Shelly’s gothic novel. (article published 2005-08-1) - Read more ARTMOVES AFRICA Mobility of artists and cultural operators within the African continent. (article published 2005-08-1) - Read more WAITING Vukani Dlamini and Sipho Kunene direct and appear in edutainment piece at Stable Theatre. (article published 2005-08-1) - Read more POETS BATTLE IT OUT Young artists compete in break-dancing, rapping, graffiti art and Dee-Jaying on August 6. (article published 2005-08-1) - Read more A COOKIE IN THE KITCHEN Life in the new South Africa through the eyes of a subservient suburban South African Indian woman. (article published 2005-08-1) - Read more HOW TO BE A PRINCE Documentary about Prince William on BBC Prime on DStv. (article published 2005-07-23) - Read more TWO SHOWS ONE SET Three men, three women, two comedies one season, one set. (article published 2005-07-23) - Read more ONE FOR THE ROAD Exciting new director moves onto the theatre scene. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-22) - Read more THE STAND-UP Aaron McIlroy back by popular demand at Heritage Theatre. (article published 2005-07-22) - Read more RETURN OF HILARIOUS HYPNOTIST Andre the Hilarious Hypnotist provides high voltage humour for hypnotist enthusiasts. (article published 2005-07-22) - Read more PANSA RECEIVES BOOST FROM LOTTERY Call for scripts after massive boost received for festivals of playreadings. (article published 2005-07-22) - Read more HAVE YOU SEEN ZANDILE? New Gcina Mhlope production for Catalina Theatre. (article published 2005-07-22) - Read more WAH-WAH FOR EDINBURGH Richard E Grant’s directorial debut “Wah-Wah” to open Edinburgh Film Festival. (article published 2005-07-21) - Read more JOE PARKER’S COMEDY EXPRESS Smorgasbord season of comedy acts explodes onto the stage at Sibaya’s Krakatoa. (article published 2005-07-21) - Read more GROWING NUMBERS FOR NAF Growing numbers indicate great support for the 31st National Arts Festival, Grahamstown. (article published 2005-07-17) - Read more WOMEN’S ARTS FESTIVAL Ninth Playhouse South African Women's Arts Festival to take place from August 5 to 7. (article published 2005-07-17) - Read more PLAYHOUSE APPLICATIONS Productions sought for presentation in association with the Playhouse Company. (article published 2005-07-17) - Read more BORN THROUGH THE NOSE Bheki Mkhwane’s consummate storytelling makes this a compelling dramatic piece. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-16) - Read more FRANK & STEIN #2 I took my own advice and visited the show a second time to concentrate on the music score! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-15) - Read more LONG, LONG AGO Youngsters delight in time -honoured Hans Christian Andersen story given a robust African twist. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-15) - Read more THE WALKING PROJECT International performance and cultural exchange project about walking in KZN and Detroit, USA. (article published 2005-07-13) - Read more FROM MY POINT OF VIEW Use of movement in well-presented Berkoff piece takes it out of the sleaze. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-12) - Read more ADVENTURES OF JABULANI JO RETURNS Rerun of delightful children’s production at Catalina Theatre. (article published 2005-07-10) - Read more BLACK MAMBA Flamboyantly un-PC with some hilarious and bitingly clever sketches! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-9) - Read more NOISES OFF Michael Frayn’s brilliant farce still draws the laughs in Pieter Toerien production. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-9) - Read more WOOD FOR THE TREES Helen Iskander and James Cuningham team with Gys de Villiers and Rob van Vuuren for magical visual experience. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-9) - Read more STATIC Clare Cassidy and Brian Wallace produce “comedy in 432½ acts” that should work well on the Fringe. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-7) - Read more FRANK & STEIN The brilliance is re-born in Grahamstown with the revival of Murray McGibbon’s hilarious horror spoof. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-7) - Read more BUSINESS & ARTS SOUTH AFRICA SEMINARS Seminar series July/August 2005: Making the most of fundraising: how to build effective partnerships. (article published 2005-07-6) - Read more CHERRY UNDER MY FOOT Josette Eales and Janna Ramos-Violante present fascinating journey into a woman’s subconscious mind. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-6) - Read more THE STRONGER Superb performances in brilliant production of Strindberg work. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-6) - Read more FULL CIRCLE Kobus Moolman creates excellent and riveting drama with superb performance from Anriette van Rooyen. (Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-5) - Read more THE SAVAGE SISTERS Janet van Eeden explores the lives of the three authors through the eyes of students. (article published 2005-07-4) - Read more GREIG AT NAF Double dose of Greig Coetzee for Grahamstown. (article published 2005-07-4) - Read more HOSTILE TAKEOVER Mike van Graan pulls no punches with his latest play. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-4) - Read more NAF: THE ENCHANTED MOUNTAIN Student theatre piece deals with Johannesburg archivist who records testimonies of those who knew Isaiah Shembe. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-3) - Read more HAMLET NAF: Janet Suzman’s “Hamlet” presents a gutsy, volatile Prince of Denmark. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-07-3) - Read more GOING TO GRAHAMSTOWN artSMart Editor to relocate to Grahamstown temporarily for the Festival. (article published 2005-06-28) - Read more STATE THEATRE PLANS Pretoria landmark declared a cultural heritage. (article published 2005-06-28) - Read more BOET ‘N SWAER Sexist and very politically incorrect duo to perform at Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2005-06-28) - Read more TELL US WHAT YOU THINK Research sponsored by BASA into arts coverage in the mass media. (article published 2005-06-28) - Read more URBAN VOICES International Festival 2005 includes events in Durban. (article published 2005-06-21) - Read more FULL CIRCLE Kobus Moolman’s award winning play for National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. (article published 2005-06-21) - Read more LONG LONG AGO Actors Co-Op presents Hans Christian Andersen in Africa! (article published 2005-06-20) - Read more LAND AHOY Are we at sea or are we not? Highly competent and talented cast create interesting new piece of theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-06-19) - Read more IN LOVE ALL BY MYSELF Vivian Moodley’s two-hander offers a frank and often amusing interaction between two prostitutes. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-06-19) - Read more ACTORS CO-OP NEEDS ASSISTANCE Temporary, part-time employment offered. (article published 2005-06-17) - Read more MHLOPE PRODUCTION AUDITIONS Auditions to be held at Catalina Theatre on June 25 and 26 for new Gcina Mhlope production. (article published 2005-06-17) - Read more YOUNG PERFORMERS TO PARIS Mlu Zondi, Ntando Cele and Siyanda Duma to present new collaborative work. (article published 2005-06-17) - Read more THE MUTLIX Whacky hour-long entertaining diversion features best performances from the cast to date. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-06-16) - Read more PIRATES OF PENZANCE Northcliff High makes annual visit to Durban with yet another top class musical. (article published 2005-06-15) - Read more LOCAL ART FORUMS Durban Arts demonstrates its firm positioning back on the arts scene. (article published 2005-06-15) - Read more BLUEBEARD UKZN Drama Studies and Woza Theatre present an adaptation of the tale of Bluebeard. (article published 2005-06-15) - Read more COKEY FALKOW’S BACK Leading funnyman returns to Catalina Theatre by popular demand. (article published 2005-06-15) - Read more ACTORS CO-OP AUDITIONS Actors Co-Operative theatre company invites auditions. (article published 2005-06-13) - Read more GREIG SPEAKS AT MACS Midlands Arts & Craft Society in Pietermaritzburg hosts talk by Greig Coetzee. (article published 2005-06-13) - Read more HIP KULCHA Two-day festival, now in its second year, promises all the buzz of last year's highly successful launch. (article published 2005-06-13) - Read more CELEBRATE AUDITIONS Westville Theatre Club to hold auditions on June 19 and 20. (article published 2005-06-12) - Read more CAPE TOWN FESTIVAL Artists in all disciplines invited to take part in March 2006 Festival. (article published 2005-06-12) - Read more MORON THAN OFF St Anne’s College celebrates Youth Day with Aldo Brincat production. (article published 2005-06-11) - Read more D’ARTS MAGAZINE IS BACK! Durban Arts Association’s highly popular magazine is back in business! (article published 2005-06-11) - Read more NOAH Hilton College production is a modern ‘take’ on a very old story. (article published 2005-06-9) - Read more FRANK&STEIN Return of The Monstrous Hit, irreverently based on the gothic novel by Mary Shelley. (article published 2005-06-9) - Read more IAIN ROBINSON Durban poet to be invited guest of 36th Poetry International Festival in Rotterdam. (article published 2005-06-9) - Read more WELL I NEVER! Candlelight theatre production with Vera Clare and Garth Anderson. (article published 2005-06-7) - Read more THULASIZWE New musical makes its Pietermaritzburg bow following success in Gauteng. (article published 2005-06-7) - Read more YOUNG BASADZI FORUM Women invited to join funky group of female poets every Thursday at the BAT Centre. (article published 2005-06-6) - Read more ENVIRONMENTAL FUN Durban Botanic Gardens hosts four-day educational programme. (article published 2005-06-6) - Read more NEON ANTHEMS FLYING COMEDY SHOW Two new actors on the professional scene produce amusing madcap romp that has a serious side. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-06-3) - Read more UBHAMBATHA & OTHER STORIES Vusi Shashu presents two productions at Hammarsdale Community Hall. (article published 2005-05-30) - Read more LAUGHTER IN THE DARK Craig Higginson takes highest honours at Sony Academy Radio Awards. (article published 2005-05-30) - Read more NEON ANTHEMS FLYING COMEDY SHOW Liam Magner and Jacobus van Heerden make their official professional stage debut. (article published 2005-05-30) - Read more THE BEST OF OPEN MIC Showcase of acts from the UKZN Howard College Campus Open Mic competition on May 31. (article published 2005-05-30) - Read more IPI NTOMBI Jerry Pooe directs high octane production for DIT of acclaimed musical. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-05-29) - Read more ALFRED HINKEL TRIBUTE TO MATHESON Artistic Director of Jazzart Dance Theatre pays tribute to the late David Matheson. (article published 2005-05-29) - Read more TRIBUTE TO DAVID MATHESON Death of David Matheson marks the passing of one of South Africa’s major musical directors. (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-05-29) - Read more DOUBLE UP Westville Theatre Club present a “double up” of one-act plays. (article published 2005-05-29) - Read more AUDITION FOR HITS SHOW Highway Intimate Theatre Society to hold auditions on May 30. (article published 2005-05-25) - Read more DEATH OF TERRY DA SILVA Stalwart of the Durban Catholic Players Guild dies in Durban. (article published 2005-05-24) - Read more A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Robust and energetic interpretation of Shakespeare’s delightful tale of lovers, fairies and travelling players. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-05-24) - Read more STRESSED ALBERT Problem solving theatre project presents industrial theatre presentation on stress in the workplace. (article published 2005-05-22) - Read more DEATH OF DAVID MATHESON Former Durban musical director dies in Cape Town. (article published 2005-05-20) - Read more TRIBUTE TO NERISSA LIVINGSTONE Professor Pieter Scholtz pays tribute to former colleague. (article published 2005-05-20) - Read more THE MUTLIX New production company to produce brand-spanking-new piece of theatre. (article published 2005-05-20) - Read more COLABORART Considered to be the most entertaining, eclectic, art happening on the South Coast. (article published 2005-05-20) - Read more IPI NTOMBI Department of Drama Studies at DIT presents well-known Bertha Egnos and Gail Lakier musical. (article published 2005-05-20) - Read more GREEN MAMBA STRIKES AGAIN! Popular duo to present show in Johannesburg for the final time! (article published 2005-05-19) - Read more WHY Z? Trilogy of animal tales for children with puppets in Botanic Gardens on Saturdays. (article published 2005-05-16) - Read more ACT APPLICATIONS DUE Arts and Culture Trust to disburse R1,5 million. (article published 2005-05-16) - Read more NATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL All info to be found on the Festival pages. (article published 2005-05-16) - Read more EXCELSIOR NCAYF programme celebrates the achievements of the youth of KwaZulu-Natal. (article published 2005-05-16) - Read more ACT APPLICATIONS Arts & Culture Trust (ACT) to disburse R1.5 million in arts funding. (article published 2005-05-16) - Read more COKEY FALKOW Stand-up comedy at its best. (Review by Thomie Holtzhausen) (article published 2005-05-16) - Read more A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Shakespeare’s delicious comedy in Pieter Scholtz Open Air Theatre on UKZN campus. (article published 2005-05-15) - Read more KWASUKA BENEFIT GALA Two performances at charming theatre venue on May 22 and 23 launch new Friends scheme. (article published 2005-05-15) - Read more BLUE MONDAY PLATFORM Next in the series takes place at Catalina on May 30. (article published 2005-05-15) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEBRATS Enjoyable and entertaining evening in the splendid surroundings of the Royal Hotel’s Grillroom. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-05-12) - Read more CHALO CINEMA Magnificently visual dance programme marks worthy celebration of Nateshwar Dance Company’s 25th Anniversary. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-05-11) - Read more NATIONAL CREATIVE ARTS YOUTH FESTIVAL Brainchild of Professor Elizabeth Sneddon now in its 16th year. (article published 2005-05-9) - Read more SPEAK FOR JOY! SHOWCASES Features cross-section of the highlights of the NCAYF Life Skills competition. (article published 2005-05-9) - Read more BRUSH-UP YOUR SHAKESPEARE Highly popular annual event sees impressive knowledge of Shakespeare from high school learners. (article published 2005-05-9) - Read more A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM Shakespeare’s delicious comedy about mistaken identities for UKZN. (article published 2005-05-8) - Read more DDC MEETS RED EYE Premier arts event joins forces with established Fashion Extravaganza on May 13 and 14. (article published 2005-05-7) - Read more COOLIE ODYSSEY AUDITIONS Actors and actresses invited to audition for principal roles in festival season production. (article published 2005-05-7) - Read more ABAPHANSI AUDITIONS Community organisation Dedicated Artists invites actors, singers and dancers to audition for new work. (article published 2005-05-7) - Read more COKEY FALKOW Stand up comic for Catalina Theatre. (article published 2005-05-5) - Read more FRANK&STEIN’S BACK! Murray McGibbon revives clever spoof of the Frankenstein story. (article published 2005-05-5) - Read more ACTS OF LOVE UNDER A SOUTHERN MOON Innovative Flatfoot Dance Company explores notions of love and being in love against the backdrop of SA history. (article published 2005-05-5) - Read more OUR TOWN Gem of a 55-minute drama production at DIT Courtyard Theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-05-4) - Read more SANCTA ONE ACT PLAY FESTIVAL 2005 New and existing amateur drama groups invited to join the fun at annual festival. (article published 2005-05-2) - Read more OUT OF BOUNDS Rajesh Gopie’s award-winning production features 25 diverse characters. (article published 2005-04-30) - Read more GREIG ON THE SQUARE Greig Coetzee presents two one-man plays at Liberty Life Theatre on the Square in Johannesburg. (article published 2005-04-30) - Read more CHALO CINEMA Nateshwa Dance Company with Afzal Khan and Jailoshini Naidoo for Playhouse Drama. (article published 2005-04-30) - Read more CHICAGO Stunning production proves we can go it alone in SA! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-04-30) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEBRATS! Aldo Brincat takes his acclaimed one-hander comedy to the Royal Hotel Grill Room. (article published 2005-04-27) - Read more GOODNIGHT DESDEMONA Exuberant comedy opens on April 3O in the Hexagon Studio Theatre in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2005-04-27) - Read more MAYNARDVILLE SHAKESPEARE TURNS 50! Directors invited to submit proposals for the 2006 Golden Jubilee in the Park season. (article published 2005-04-27) - Read more DEATH OF NERISSA LIVINGSTONE University of KwaZulu-Natal lecturer dies in Durban. (article published 2005-04-27) - Read more BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS 2005 The Art of Business Sponsorship celebrated at Eighth Annual Business Day/BASA Awards. (article published 2005-04-27) - Read more ALIVE WITH POETRY Energetic exploration of KZN grade 12 set poetry through song and dance, presented by DIT Drama students. (article published 2005-04-25) - Read more OUR TOWN Allen Auld to direct Thornton Wilder’s evergreen drama for DIT. (article published 2005-04-25) - Read more PERCY TUCKER HONOURED Rotarian Paul Harris Fellowship Award for founder of Computicket. (article published 2005-04-25) - Read more HERITAGE THEATRE OPENS New supper theatre opens in Hillcrest and looks set for great things to come. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-04-22) - Read more CIRKUS CIRKOR WORKSHOP Project to train and prepare street children for a circus tour of South Africa and Sweden. (article published 2005-04-21) - Read more CIRQUE DU SOLEIL AUDITIONS Acclaimed company auditions for physical actors and dancers for the first time in South Africa. (article published 2005-04-21) - Read more LA COCO ROCHE Little gem of a two-hander at Catalina features new faces to the Durban theatre scene. (Review by Caroline Smart). Corrected review - italics now under control! (article published 2005-04-20) - Read more LA COCO ROCHE Little gem of a two-hander at Catalina features new faces to the Durban theatre scene. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-04-20) - Read more AFRICAN EAGLES & UGLY DUCKLINGS The Playhouse Company revives its disability arts programme. (article published 2005-04-19) - Read more BLUE MONDAY PLATFORM Next in the highly successful series takes place at Catalina Theatre on April 18. (article published 2005-04-18) - Read more CRIMES OF THE HEART Don’t miss this hilarious and fascinating play set in the American south. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-04-17) - Read more COMING TO HERITAGE Productions planned for the new Heritage Theatre at Hillcrest Village Heritage Market. (article published 2005-04-16) - Read more HERITAGE THEATRE Custom-built 240-seater supper theatre at Heritage Market on track to open on April 21. (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-04-16) - Read more CALIFORNIA DREAMING David Gouldie’s fine direction turns tribute to Mamas and the Papas into highly entertaining and watchable production. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-04-16) - Read more THE HA!MAN SHOW Unique, innovative and entertaining one man act comes to Hexagon in Pietermaritzburg on April 16. (article published 2005-04-14) - Read more PEGGY THE PINT-SIZED PIRATE Delightful play aimed at four to 10 year olds to run at Hexagon in Pietermaritzburg (article published 2005-04-14) - Read more NLDTF INFO CENTRE National Lotteries Board Information Centre now based at DTI campus in Tshwane. (article published 2005-04-14) - Read more CRIMES OF THE HEART Delicious international comedy directed by Greg King for Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2005-04-11) - Read more LA COCO ROCHE Cell phones, supermodels and celebrity status in the Sandton suburbs. (article published 2005-04-11) - Read more SPOILS OF WAR Consistent, well-articulated and believable performances from excellent cast in thought-provoking play. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-04-9) - Read more UP BEAT Kearsney College to host eclectic autumn Music Festival in May. (article published 2005-04-8) - Read more CROUCHING COMICS Mark Banks and David Vlismas to appear with other top comedians at ICC Durban. (article published 2005-04-7) - Read more TAKEN FOR A SONG Essop Khan, Mohamed Alli and Savy Ramsamy present new play at Suncoast. (article published 2005-04-7) - Read more BRAVO! NIGHT AT THE OPERA (CORRECTED VERSION) Pure delight to enjoy a glorious night of opera again at The Playhouse. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-04-6) - Read more BRAVO! NIGHT AT THE OPERA Pure delight to enjoy a glorious night of opera again at The Playhouse. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-04-6) - Read more SPOILS OF WAR University of KwaZulu-Natal drama studies programme present thought-provoking drama. (article published 2005-04-4) - Read more BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS NOMINEES Nominees for Eighth Annual Business Day/BASA Awards celebrate The Art Of Business Sponsorship. (article published 2005-04-4) - Read more MAMMA MIA! Show put to ABBA music is everything it’s hyped up to be … and much, much more! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-04-4) - Read more FUNDING FOR YOUNG PROJECTS Unilever Growing Arts and Culture in South Africa helps to nurture arts and culture within South African youth. (article published 2005-04-4) - Read more THE STAND-UP Favourite McIlroy characters are there in hilarious one-man show but it’s time to move on. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-04-3) - Read more THE ADVENTURES OF JABULANI JOE Two highly talented young actresses present enchanting hour-long tale for youngsters (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-04-2) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS 2005 Winners of the Fools Awards 2005 were announced last night at the Catalina Theatre. (article published 2005-04-2) - Read more SANCTA FESTIVAL 26th Annual Sancta Festival to be held in Johannesburg from August 15 to 27. (article published 2005-03-27) - Read more GREEN MAMBA Popular two-hander on stage in the Tesson Theatre running until April 24. (article published 2005-03-27) - Read more HENNIE FOR CALABASH Hendrik Baird appointed North West Cultural Calabash Project Co Ordinator. (article published 2005-03-27) - Read more CRIMES OF THE HEART Delicious international comedy for Durban (article published 2005-03-26) - Read more CRIMES OF THE HEART Delicious international comedy for Durban (article published 2005-03-26) - Read more TEDDY BEARS' PICNIC Durban Botanic Gardens to host play for children, two jumping castles and a face painter (article published 2005-03-23) - Read more THEATRE AT NAF New scripts, top directors and fine performers for Grahamstown Festival. (article published 2005-03-23) - Read more RICO THE CLOWN AND EASTER MAGIC Entertainment for children in Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2005-03-23) - Read more THE ADVENTURES OF JABULANI JOE Youngsters in for a treat when original story brings children’s imagination to life. (article published 2005-03-23) - Read more NEW STAGES - DANKIE PITOLI & JUST 4 U A ferociously challenging dance work and a flippant musical comedy offer highly contrasting insights into the same theme - has anything changed since apartheid? (Review by Lynne Goodman) (article published 2005-03-21) - Read more MEDIATECH 2005 Industry gears up to explore advanced technology at MediaTech 2005. (article published 2005-03-20) - Read more AWARDS FOR WOMEN South Africa invited to put forward nominations for the Shoprite Checkers/SABC 2 Woman of the Year Award. (article published 2005-03-20) - Read more VAREKAI IS POSITIVE ABOUT KZN Varekai Productions applaud Department of Arts, Culture and Tourism and comment on positive outlook for the future. (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-03-16) - Read more CRACK UP AT KRAKATOA Barry Hilton and The Blarney Brothers for Sibaya Casino on March 23. (article published 2005-03-15) - Read more HERITAGE SERIES Indian Academy of South Africa to present respected and much acclaimed Dr Bala Murali Krishna. (article published 2005-03-15) - Read more BLUE MONDAY PLATFORM Next get-together of successful Catalina Theatre initiative on March 21. (article published 2005-03-15) - Read more THE CHALK CIRCLE Robin Singh’s intelligent and consistent direction makes for interesting interpretation of Brecht play. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-03-13) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS 2005 Voting online now open to the public for awards acknowledging top achievers. (article published 2005-03-12) - Read more FIDDLER ON THE ROOF AUDITIONS Young people between 13 and 18 needed for 2005 Unilever Young Performers’ Project. (article published 2005-03-12) - Read more MID YEAR RED EYE Call for artists, musicians & performers for popular Durban Art Gallery initiative. (article published 2005-03-9) - Read more AWARD FOR THEMI Port Elizabeth Shakespearean Festival honours Themi Venturas with Leslie French Memorial Salver. (article published 2005-03-7) - Read more THE STAND-UP Stand by for Aaron McIlroy’s all-new side-splitter. (article published 2005-03-7) - Read more FUNNY MEN AT KRAKATOA Graham Boyle and Des Meyer at Sibaya nightspot on March 10. (article published 2005-03-7) - Read more DURBAN PASSION PLAY Some 53 years on, this abridged version of the famous Oberammergau production still impresses. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-03-6) - Read more MACBETH Quincy Fynn’s Macbeth is hip, cool and intelligent but crumbles under his own dastardly deeds. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-03-5) - Read more YOUNG WOMEN POETS Live Poets’ Society highlight collective of young women at next meeting on March 9. (article published 2005-03-3) - Read more DEATH OF LOUISE SINCLAIR Tribute to former Playhouse box office staff member who died in January. (article published 2005-03-3) - Read more PLAYHOUSE SELL-OUT SUCCESS Newly renovated Playhouse has its first sell out success for 2005. (article published 2005-03-3) - Read more TO HOUSE Good to see a new piece of well-written, well-directed and well-performed South African theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-03-3) - Read more AMAGAMA AMATHATU HIV/AIDS message put across well in entertaining programme for young people (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-03-2) - Read more HELLO … IS THERE ANY BODY THERE? Highway Intimate Theatre presents farce by Ian Hornby in Pinetown Library this weekend. (article published 2005-03-1) - Read more GREIG COETZEE IN UK Multi-award winning “White Men with Weapons: currently touring United Kingdom. (article published 2005-03-1) - Read more THE CHALK CIRCLE Robin Singh directs simplified version of Brecht’s well known play using second and third year DIT students. (article published 2005-03-1) - Read more PLAYHOUSE DOUBLE BILL “Amagama Amathatu” and “Genesis – After the Storm” form part of exciting Senior Primary Schools programme. (article published 2005-03-1) - Read more ARTS NETWORK FORUM Invitation to all arts practitioners to attend important meeting. (article published 2005-02-26) - Read more RICHARD BURTON Documentary on legendary actor for BBC Prime on DStv on February 26. (article published 2005-02-21) - Read more YES MINISTER’S BACK! Popular British comedy series back on BBC Prime on DStv. (article published 2005-02-21) - Read more SHAKESPEARE’S MACBETH Powerful theatre at the Playhouse from Garth Anderson and The Actors Co-operative. (article published 2005-02-21) - Read more FORMER DURBAN ACTORS IN HARD COPY SABC3’s new local drama series to feature performers originally based in Durban. (article published 2005-02-21) - Read more TUKS CELEBRATES DEMOCRACY & RECONCILIATION University of Pretoria to host Arts and Reconciliation Festival and Conference. (article published 2005-02-21) - Read more NAF FRINGE DEADLINE Deadline for submission of registration for National Arts Festival Fringe February 25. (article published 2005-02-21) - Read more RODNEY FRANKLAND Pietermaritzburg theatre personality dies at the age of 63. (Report by Stephen Coan of The Witness) (article published 2005-02-18) - Read more (article published 2005-02-18) - Read more ALDO BRINCAT CANCELS “New Millionaires and Old Cash Cows” season cancelled at Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre. (article published 2005-02-16) - Read more BANKS AT KRAKATOA Inimitable Mark Banks to give one performance at Sibaya on February 23. (article published 2005-02-15) - Read more DEATH OF LOUISE SINCLAIR Former box office assistant at the Playhouse Company dies in Durban. (article published 2005-02-15) - Read more TRIBUTE TO KEN JACKSON Murray McGibbon, former artistic director for drama for the Playhouse Company remembers the late actor. (article published 2005-02-15) - Read more DAWIE’S BIG NIGHT IN Thomie Holtzhausen gives good performance in interesting and multi-layered dramatic piece. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-02-14) - Read more MASTER HAROLD …AND THE BOYS Athol Fugard’s classic drama to be performed by Hilton College pupils. (article published 2005-02-13) - Read more COLABORART EIGHT 8 Invitation to artists of all disciplines to exhibit at or attend the quarterly ColaborArt exhibition. (article published 2005-02-11) - Read more THEATRE ON A BUDGET Three of Durban’s theatre managements ensure affordable options for their respective theatre shows. (article published 2005-02-11) - Read more HAMP Michaelhouse school play to run from February 15 to 16. (article published 2005-02-11) - Read more TO HOUSE Premiere of new play at the Catalina from March 1 to 13. (article published 2005-02-11) - Read more 2004 BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS Deadline extended to February 15. (article published 2005-02-11) - Read more NEW MILLIONAIRES & OLD CASH COWS! While amusing and entertaining, Aldo Brincat’s new show still needs polishing. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-02-9) - Read more WHAT’S UP IN 2010? Anyone planning events for the 2010 World Cup soccer fans should submit information to artSMart. (article published 2005-02-9) - Read more DURBAN PASSION PLAY 2005 12th Passion Play presented by Durban Catholic Players Guild in association with the Playhouse Company. (article published 2005-02-7) - Read more AWARD FOR JOYCE LEVINSOHN Founder, architect and doyenne of Children’s Theatre in South Africa t receive Naledi award. (article published 2005-02-7) - Read more DAWIE’S BIG NIGHT IN Fascinating drama is written by Clare Mortimer and performed by Thomie Holtzhausen. (article published 2005-02-7) - Read more NEW MILLIONAIRES & OLD CASH COWS! Aldo Brincat presents his new show in the form of a financial farce. (article published 2005-02-6) - Read more TRIBUTE TO KEN JACKSON Friends and colleagues pay their respects to Durban actor. (article published 2005-02-6) - Read more BUMS AND ROSES Engaging theatre piece offers best performances to date by Arnie Field and Hamish Kyd. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-02-5) - Read more RUSH-IN RU-LET Director Dawn Harrison pulls consistent and credible performances from youngsters in Catalina Youth Mentorship production. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-01-29) - Read more ALADDIN Highly enjoyable adult pantomime transfers successfully to Kwasuka Theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2005-01-28) - Read more RAMOLAO MAKHENE Standard Bank makes a Posthumous Award in its Young Artist Awards for 2005. (article published 2005-01-26) - Read more MPUMELELO PAUL GROOTBOOM Standard Bank Young Artist Award Winner for drama is Development Officer at the State Theatre. (article published 2005-01-26) - Read more CREATE SA Creative industries skills development programme. (article published 2005-01-19) - Read more ALADDIN MOVES TO KWASUKA Previously running at the Royal Hotel, popular adult panto moves to Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2005-01-18) - Read more EMAC WEBSITE K-CAP EMAC Centre has new website at www.ekhayaartcentre.co.za (article published 2005-01-18) - Read more RUSH-IN RU-LET Latest show staged by aspirant young performers in Catalina Youth Mentorship programme. (article published 2005-01-18) - Read more CANADIAN AWARD FOR NTHATI Former Durban actress Nthati Moshesh wins the Canadian equivalent of an Emmy. (article published 2005-01-18) - Read more TSUNAMI RELIEF TABLE Essenwood Market has a collection point for donations for tsunami victims. (article published 2005-01-18) - Read more BLUE MONDAY PLATFORM Fifth staging of forum to encourage young performing artists to explore, create and innovate. (article published 2005-01-11) - Read more UNIVERSITY OF ZULULAND AUDITIONS University of Zululand’s Centre for Arts and Culture searches for young talent from all over KZN. (article published 2005-01-10) - Read more DEATH OF IAN CALDER Tributes to former leading Durban radio actor. (article published 2005-01-10) - Read more DANCE FOR PERFORMERS Janet Hare starts dance classes for singers and performers. (article published 2005-01-3) - Read more DEATHS OF IAN CALDER & KEN JACKSON Former radio actors die within a month of each other. (article published 2005-01-3) - Read more THE JUST-SO STORIES Brenda Lauth's company performs again at Campbell Collections’ charming garden amphitheatre. (article published 2005-01-3) - Read more CINDERELLA ON M-NET Johannesburg Civic Theatre production to be screened on M-Net on January 2. (article published 2005-01-1) - Read more ART WRAP Report by Margaret von Klemperer, Arts Editor: The Witness (article published 2005-01-1) - Read more TSUNAMI DISASTER FUND East Coast Radio establishes disaster fund account. (article published 2005-01-1) - Read more HAPPY NEW YEAR Everything of the best for 2005. (article published 2004-12-31) - Read more HAPPY CHRISTMAS! All the best of good cheer for the festive season. (article published 2004-12-23) - Read more LYNDA NICHOL Former Theatre Manager of Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre now Operations Manager for Sadler's Wells. (article published 2004-12-22) - Read more NACSA MEDIA RELEASE Network for Arts and Culture South Africa (NACSA) welcomes sacking of National Arts Council Board. (article published 2004-12-22) - Read more MESSIAH MUSICAL Jerry Pooe creates rough diamond of a new work at the Stable Theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-12-19) - Read more BLUE MONDAY PLATFORM Fourth staging of forum to encourage young performing artists. (article published 2004-12-19) - Read more PLAYHOUSE FESTIVE EXTRAVAGANZA Playhouse pulls out all the stops and blasts back into the Durban theatre stratosphere. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-12-18) - Read more ACT NEW GM Arts And Culture Trust appoints new General Manager. (article published 2004-12-17) - Read more COMEDY GAMES Wacky sketches involving characters and situations suggested by the audience for Hilton. (article published 2004-12-13) - Read more FESTIVE SEASON EXTRAVAGANZA Playhouse Opera explodes in a retrospective celebration of highlights of ten favourite shows. (article published 2004-12-13) - Read more CRAZY FOR LOVING YOU Full of humour, this risqué yet endearing production adds drama to the current festive theatre offerings. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-12-12) - Read more A CHRISTMAS KEREL Charles Dickens’ classic tale brought up to date in a South African context with a cast of youthful performers. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-12-11) - Read more WIN FOR ANTONY COLEMAN Former Pietermaritzburg actor wins Best Actor in a Feature Film at the New York film festival. (report by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2004-12-9) - Read more NUNSENSE Fiona Ramsay’s consummate direction pulls excellent performances in this delicious romp. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-12-8) - Read more THE ALL NEW SUMMER HOLIDAYS ADVENTURES OF BRER RABBIT AND FRIENDS Bouncy, infectious fun and energy with the latest – and longest - title in the series. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-12-7) - Read more TOKOLOSHE IN CHICAGO Pieter Scholtz's play to be presented by DePaul University in Chicago. (article published 2004-12-6) - Read more CINDERELLA Expertise backstage manoeuvring supports magical pantomime at Kwasuka Theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-12-4) - Read more YOUNG ARTIST AWARD WINNERS Standard Bank announces its Young Artist Award Winners for 2005. (article published 2004-12-4) - Read more GRAHAMSTOWN FRINGE The 2005 National Arts Festival, Grahamstown requests Fringe Applications by February 27. (article published 2004-12-4) - Read more BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS 2004 awards to be presented by Anglo American. (article published 2004-12-4) - Read more MACBETH Actors Co-operative to present William Shakespeare’s best-known tragedy. (article published 2004-12-3) - Read more PLAYHOUSE MD & CFO DISMISSED Playhouse Council announces dismissals of Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer. (article published 2004-12-3) - Read more SQUAWK Ellis and Bheki delight with skilful and creative telling of a special gathering of birds. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-12-2) - Read more CINDERELLA Traditional family panto at Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2004-11-30) - Read more SQUAWK AND RUBBISH Two family plays by Durban’s innovative, masterful, madcap duo Ellis Pearson and Bheki Mkhwane. (article published 2004-11-30) - Read more DA STATEMENT DA welcomes indications that the whole NAC Board has been fired by the Minister. Statement issued by Dianne Kohler Barnard MP (DA Spokesperson on Arts and Culture) (article published 2004-11-30) - Read more ASINAMALI! Some 20 years on, Mbongeni Ngema’s production has lost none of its vitality and impressive dramatic energy. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-11-27) - Read more ASINAMALI RETURNS HOME Mbongeni Ngema’s multi-award-winning musical drama returns to the Playhouse. (article published 2004-11-25) - Read more PANSA ON NAC #2 PANSA commends Minister for moving towards the dissolution of the NAC Board. (article published 2004-11-25) - Read more PANSA ON NAC Media statement by The Performing Arts Network of South Africa (PANSA) on The National Arts Council. (article published 2004-11-25) - Read more RECOGNITION AWARDS Bartel Arts Trust’s sponsorship of Durban Theatre Awards includes five recognition awards. (article published 2004-11-24) - Read more GAYNOR YOUNG HONOURED Durban Theatre Awards acknowledges Gaynor Young’s passion for theatre and her capacity to perform against many challenges. (article published 2004-11-24) - Read more DURBAN THEATRE AWARD WINNERS Glitzy evening attended by Durban’s theatre ‘who’s who’ honoured top performers and productions for 2003/2004. (article published 2004-11-24) - Read more THE LAHNEE'S PLEASURE Ronnie Govender's play to have week-long run at Suncoast Casino. (article published 2004-11-13) - Read more DTA NOMINEES Amended version of Durban Theatre Award nominees (previous article omitted a children's theatre production). (article published 2004-11-12) - Read more DTA NOMINEES Nominees have been announced for the Durban Theatre Awards 2004. (article published 2004-11-8) - Read more ALDO BRINCAT AUDITIONS Close on 100 performers, actors, dancers, models and comics needed for exciting promotion. (article published 2004-11-8) - Read more ACT AWARD WINNERS 2004 Winners of Annual Arts And Culture Trust (Act) Awards Announced. (article published 2004-11-7) - Read more MARKETING MANAGER The Market Theatre Foundation seeks dynamic individual. (article published 2004-11-3) - Read more FINANCIAL PLANNING SEMINAR PANSA to host free financial planning seminar on November 10. (article published 2004-11-3) - Read more BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS Creative partnerships under the spotlight. (article published 2004-11-2) - Read more TALKING SPIRITS & AFRICAN QUEEN Good to see the work of Zeph Nzama and Bheki Mbili included in Playhouse New Stages season. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-10-31) - Read more MALUJU ZULU! (CORRECTED VERSION): Bonginkosi Shangase finally pulls off fine musical theatre production of love and war. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-10-31) - Read more DEPT OF ARTS & CULTURE HAS LET SA DOWN Statement issued by Dianne Kohler Barnard MP (DA Spokesperson on Arts and Culture) (article published 2004-10-28) - Read more DURBAN THEATRE AWARDS 2004 Get out your feather boas and tiaras… it’s party time!! (article published 2004-10-27) - Read more MALUJU ZULU! Bonginkosi Shangase finally pulls off fine musical theatre production of love and war. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-10-26) - Read more TALKING SPIRITS AND AFRICAN QUEEN Second slot in Playhouse Company’s New Stages season. (article published 2004-10-26) - Read more DIRECTORS PROGRAMME 10 months directors learnership training programme presented by Eager Artists and Create SA. (article published 2004-10-26) - Read more 2004 BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS Creative partnerships under the spotlight. (article published 2004-10-19) - Read more BLUE MONDAY PLATFORM Young performers invited to book their spot at the Catalina Theatre on November 29. (article published 2004-10-15) - Read more BLACKS LIKE ME Entertaining piece with excellent performances marks launch of collaboration of new theatre group. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-10-13) - Read more RADIO DRAMA RESIDENCY Kobus Moolman to take part in residency hosted by British Council, BBC World Service and PANSA. (article published 2004-10-10) - Read more PUBLIC SPEAKING CHAMPIONSHIPS Young South African takes high honours in the World Championships of Public Speaking. (article published 2004-10-10) - Read more ALLAN HAGAN COMES HOME Varekai Productions names Durban as its new home. (article published 2004-10-7) - Read more BLACKS LIKE ME New and original play from Aldo Brincat at Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2004-10-6) - Read more BLACKS LIKE ME New and original play from Aldo Brincat at Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2004-10-6) - Read more BLUE MONDAY PLATFORM Exciting initiative geared for young performers and theatre enthusiasts meets on October 11. (article published 2004-10-5) - Read more AWARDS FOR KZN SABC STAFF SABC Durban technology staff members win three out of nine national awards. (article published 2004-10-4) - Read more NEW PLAYHOUSE COUNCIL National Minster of Arts and Culture appoints new Council for Playhouse Company. (article published 2004-10-4) - Read more ALADDIN AUDITION Beautiful Princess Jasmin needed for adult pantomime taking place at the Royal over Christmas. (article published 2004-10-1) - Read more KZN ON THE AIR FOR SAFM KwaZulu-Natal to feature prominently in new week-night broadcast schedule on SAfm Radio. (article published 2004-10-1) - Read more CROOKED Streamlined and more effective version of John van de Ruit’s play offers much humour in a botched kidnapping saga. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-09-30) - Read more HELLO, I’M 10 Endearing production for young people from mentorship programme. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-09-30) - Read more THE ‘WAH WAH’ EXPERIENCE Article written by Caroline Smart for The Mercury published on August 20. (courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2004-09-26) - Read more ISIGCINO NGESAMI Young director Skhumbuzo Nsele’s proves his mettle in adaptation of grade 12 set work. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-09-25) - Read more TO THE OTHER SIDE Riveting and accurate production deals with the story of Jim Morrison’s troubled life. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-09-23) - Read more BANKS AT BARNYARD Mark Banks at his best in a hilarious programme without a single “f” word! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-09-22) - Read more WITNESS HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL Wrap-up of 12th annual festival held at Hilton College. (Report by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2004-09-21) - Read more HELLO I'M 10 Youthful performers stage third production at the Catalina. (article published 2004-09-21) - Read more CATALINA GETS CROOKED Ripping new black comedy from author of “War Cry” and co-creator of “Green Mamba”. (article published 2004-09-16) - Read more DEATH OF KEN SHUTER Death of co-founder of the NAPAC Loft Schools’ Company. (article published 2004-09-16) - Read more NAC MUST REINSTATE SUSPENDED STAFF Statement by Diane Kohler-Barnard MP, DA Spokesperson on Arts and Culture. (article published 2004-09-16) - Read more PANSA MEDIA STATEMENT Performing Arts Network of South Africa (Pansa) on the National Arts Council. (article published 2004-09-14) - Read more BIRO Riveting performance by Los-Angeles based Ntare Mwine. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-09-14) - Read more MALCOLM PURKEY Market Theatre Foundation appoints Artistic Director. (article published 2004-09-12) - Read more PRODUCTIONS SOUGHT Playhouse Company invites arts practitioners to submit proprosals for productions. (article published 2004-09-12) - Read more THE THREEPENNY OPERA DIT drama student production takes its reference from black and white cinematography. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-09-12) - Read more THE GOOD PERSON OF SETZUAN Entertaining student production of Bertolt Brecht’s famous play. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-09-11) - Read more ARTSCAPE RE-OPENS Cape Town’s Artscape Theatre scheduled to reopen at the end of September. (article published 2004-09-8) - Read more SONGS & TALES UNDER AFRICAN SKIES Joyce Levinsohn’s timeless and topical latest production for Playhouse. (article published 2004-09-8) - Read more ISIGCINO NGESAMI Skhumbuzo Nsele directs his adaptation of SG Zulu’s set work for grade 12’s. (article published 2004-09-7) - Read more AUBREY SILIYANA Plays promoting environmental conservation to be seen at Natural Science Museum. (article published 2004-09-7) - Read more THE GOOD PERSON OF SETZUAN Drama students of University of KwaZulu-Natal to present Bertolt Brecht’s famous stage parable. (article published 2004-09-5) - Read more AXING OF SAFM PERSONNEL Statement by Dianne Kohler-Barnard MP, DA Spokesperson on Arts and Culture (article published 2004-09-5) - Read more BASA MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME BASA/Marketing Federation South Africa Mentorship Programme ready to be implemented. (article published 2004-09-5) - Read more IZULU THEATRE Richard Loring’s smash hit “African Footprint” to open 620-seat theatre at Sibaya. (article published 2004-09-5) - Read more TWO PROFS AND A POET Prof Pieter Scholtz and Caroline Smart to read Michael Chapman’s poetry at Live Poets Society meeting on September 8. (article published 2004-09-5) - Read more NAF APPLICATIONS Performance applications open for 2005 National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. (article published 2004-09-5) - Read more ALLERLEIRAUH Clinton Marius returns to Durban performance arena with the delightful theatre experience. (article published 2004-09-3) - Read more TUT TURNS THIRTY! Former Technikons Pretoria, North-West and North Gauteng drama department of celebrates 30th anniversary! (article published 2004-09-3) - Read more TALES FROM THE BROTHERS GRIMM Actors Co-op to present popular children’s production in Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2004-09-1) - Read more THE WITNESS HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL 12th annual arts festival takes place at Hilton College from September 17 to 19. (article published 2004-08-28) - Read more SEE HOW THEY RUN Classic British farce from Highway Intimate Theatre. (article published 2004-08-26) - Read more STILL CRAZY Funny man Mel Miller re-unites with master of country rock Brian Finch at Catalina. (article published 2004-08-26) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR YOUNGSTERS Young performers aged between 10 and 13 invited to audition for Catalina productions. (article published 2004-08-22) - Read more OEDIPUS REX Dramatic presentation of Sophocles’ tragedy features strong up-and-coming talent from DIT first years. (article published 2004-08-21) - Read more CHICAGO Razzle dazzle musical to reach South Africa in April 2005. (article published 2004-08-20) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR NUNSENSE Five actresses needed for production to be staged at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre in December. (article published 2004-08-20) - Read more TALES OF THE TOKOLOSHE Pieter Scholtz to read from his new collection of short stories for young people on August 22. (article published 2004-08-20) - Read more GAYNOR RISING Resounding anthem of triumph through entertaining, humourous, poignant and beautifully presented production. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-08-18) - Read more HELLO AND GOODBYE Powerful and moving production as young performers breathe new life into renowned classic. (Review by Clinton Marius) (article published 2004-08-14) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR SHOWBOAT Singers, actors and dancers invited to audition for Cape Town Opera production. (article published 2004-08-14) - Read more MARK BANKS Much-loved stand-up comic shakes up a cocktail of satire and comedy at the Barnyard Theatre. (article published 2004-08-13) - Read more OEDIPUS REX Classic Drama to be staged at Courtyard Theatre. (article published 2004-08-13) - Read more GAYNOR RISING Highly entertaining show from former Durban actress and UKZN drama graduate. (article published 2004-08-13) - Read more DANGEROUS LIAISONS Christopher Hampton’s brilliant tale of sexual betrayal moves to Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2004-08-13) - Read more BLUE MONDAY PLATFORM PANSA aims to develop theatre club. (article published 2004-08-13) - Read more ARTS & CULTURE STAKEHOLDERS FORUM Minister of Arts, Culture and Tourism talks about proposed KZN Arts Festival. (by Margaret von Klemperer, Arts Editor, The Witness) (article published 2004-08-12) - Read more ALDO FOR KEARSNEY Aldo Brincat appointed Artist-in-Residence at Kearsney College. (article published 2004-08-6) - Read more HELLO AND GOODBYE Fugard’s poignant tragic-comedy for the Catalina. (article published 2004-08-1) - Read more SHATTERED DREAMS Julian Seleke-Mokoto’s powerful award-winning play has a major infusion of humour and should be seen by one and all. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-07-30) - Read more SA WOMEN'S ARTS FESTIVAL 2004 Playhouse Company’s eighth annual celebration of women through the arts. (article published 2004-07-29) - Read more DANGEROUS LIAISONS Stylish, sophisticated and beautifully designed, this is one for the senses. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-07-28) - Read more SHATTERED DREAMS Award-winning play from Johannesburg playwright for Playhouse Loft. (article published 2004-07-26) - Read more SA SWEDISH PARTNERSHIP SA and Swedish cultural ministers enter partnership programme. (article published 2004-07-26) - Read more CLASSIFIEDS Visit artSMart’s classified section – see link above the Archive list. (article published 2004-07-26) - Read more NATAL WITNESS HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL The 2004 festival takes place in the Hilton College Theatre from September 17 to 19. (article published 2004-07-25) - Read more BILLY SUTER IN LONDON (#3) Third part of Mercury Arts Editor’s report on his London visit deals with drama productions. (article published 2004-07-25) - Read more JENNY STEYN & PETER BUTLER FOR GLOBE South African actors for International Artistic Residence at Shakespeare’s Globe. (article published 2004-07-25) - Read more INKWENKWE UKZNP Drama Studies delivers remarkable production for National Arts Festival 2004. (Review by Clinton Marius) (article published 2004-07-24) - Read more DANGEROUS LIAISONS Lust, seduction and revenge at Kwasuka! (article published 2004-07-23) - Read more OLIVER! Young Performers stage delightful musical retelling Charles Dickens’s timeless tale. (article published 2004-07-10) - Read more WOMEN OF THE YEAR FINALISTS Joyce Levinsohn, Masingita Masunga and Susan Harrop-Allin finalists in the Arts & Culture category. (article published 2004-07-10) - Read more DAH-LINGS Roald Dahl compilation for Catalina Youth Mentorship Programme from July 12 to 18. (article published 2004-07-10) - Read more HANSEL AND GRETTEL Durban Botanic Gardens to host all-new show for youngsters from Actors Co-operative. (article published 2004-07-10) - Read more HONOUR Impeccable direction and superb cast present sophisticated story of marital break-up. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-07-10) - Read more TALL STORY Belinda Chapman proves she walks tall as a performer. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-07-10) - Read more THE KING OF LAUGHTER Hilarious play deals with the skill of understanding laughter. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-07-10) - Read more JOHNNY BOSKAK IS FEELING FUNNY Greig Coetzee’s new solo show explores the situation of one small man against the world. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer, The Witness Arts Editor) (article published 2004-07-9) - Read more APOLOGIES Difficulties in gaining access to online facilities have restricted publication of stories. (article published 2004-07-9) - Read more GREEN MAN FLASHING Mike van Graan’s new play pulls no punches. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-07-7) - Read more THE END IS NAAI Sultan of satire celebrates his 28th year of performing at the NAF. (Review by Clinton Marius) (article published 2004-07-5) - Read more GURU FOR GRAHAMSTOWN Highly entertaining comedy about the New Age movement to play the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. (article published 2004-06-29) - Read more BROTHERS GRIMM Actors Co-operative to perform its delightful piece of children’s theatre in the July Holidays. (article published 2004-06-29) - Read more THEATRE ON THE 2004 FRINGE Seasoned writers and directors rub shoulders with newcomers NAF fringe theatre programme. (article published 2004-06-28) - Read more ARTICLES NEEDED SA Theatre Journal calls for contributing articles to a special issue on Directors and Directing. (article published 2004-06-28) - Read more NAF FUN Comedy on the 2004 Fringe of the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. (article published 2004-06-24) - Read more ME AND MY GIRL Northcliff High’s annual Durban season is a delightfully tuneful musical comedy. (article published 2004-06-18) - Read more THE LARK Hilton College production deals with Joan of Arc. (article published 2004-06-18) - Read more MUCH ADO PROPOSALS Pick a Bard for Maynardville 2004. (article published 2004-06-18) - Read more INTSHA FESTIVAL Stable Theatre to host annual Youth Festival. (article published 2004-06-14) - Read more GREEN MAMBA EXTENDED Overwhelming public demand demands extension of popular two-hander at Kwasuka. (article published 2004-06-14) - Read more YOUTH CONTRIBUTION South African youth take the future with tribute to Ten Years of Democracy at Bat Centre. (article published 2004-06-14) - Read more TWO FOR GLOBE South African actors for international artistic residence at Shakespeare's Globe. (article published 2004-06-12) - Read more LUNATIC, LOVER & POET Setting of Durban’s romantic Manna Restaurant for cost winter evening’s entertainment. (article published 2004-06-7) - Read more HIP KULCHA A series of hip and happening events aimed at youth at the Playhouse on June 12. (article published 2004-06-6) - Read more PERCY TUCKER INTERVIEWS JOHN KANI Radio Today on 1485am offers sec of the new series of programmes. (article published 2004-06-6) - Read more PANSA’S WINNING PLAYS Winners of PANSA UCT Festival to hit the boards shortly. (article published 2004-06-6) - Read more DEFENDING THE PLANET Energy at full voltage from Aaron McIlroy and Lisa Bobbert in zany discourse about aliens. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-06-5) - Read more CREATESA/MAPPPSETA LEARNERSHIP Innovative programme to be launched on June 4 at the BAT Centre. (article published 2004-06-3) - Read more THE LUNATIC THE LOVER & THE POET Two performances at Hilton of Actors Co-operative popular touring production for high schools. (article published 2004-06-3) - Read more PLAYHOUSE PLANS The Playhouse Company’s new arts plans begin to unroll. (article published 2004-06-3) - Read more YAEL’S LOVE STORY The National Arts Festival produces a love story for real. (article published 2004-06-2) - Read more NAF OUTDOOR THEATRE Eight free outdoor shows in Grahamstown for National Arts Festival (article published 2004-06-2) - Read more CLASSIFIEDS Visit artSMart’s classified section – see link above the Archive list. (article published 2004-05-31) - Read more A DOCTOR IN SPITE OF HIMSELF Robin Singh makes welcome return to the Durban theatre scene to direct Moliere play for DIT. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-05-30) - Read more A DOCTOR IN SPITE OF HIMSELF Robin Singh directs farce for DIT Campus at Courtyard Theatre from May 29. (article published 2004-05-30) - Read more LARA FOOT NEWTON ROLEX WINNER South African winner in Rolex Arts Global Mentor and Protégé Awards. (article published 2004-05-30) - Read more CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR RESIDENCY The British Council, PANSA and the BBC announce third phase of writing for radio project. (article published 2004-05-29) - Read more PLAYHOUSE COUNCIL TAKES ACTION Four members of Playhouse management staff suspended, pending disciplinary action. (article published 2004-05-29) - Read more BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS Companies making innovative and effective use of arts sponsorship recognized. (article published 2004-05-29) - Read more TALES OF THE TOKOLOSHE Pieter Scholtz to publish book of African tales. (article published 2004-05-22) - Read more WOMEN WRITING IN A GLOBALISED WORLD Prolific Italian writer, poet and essayist, Dacia Maraini to be guest speaker at sminar on May 28. (article published 2004-05-22) - Read more ROMEO AND JULIET Fine acting, good voice projection and mature attention to the text tends to get diluted by too much “business”. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-05-21) - Read more GREEN MAMBA AT KWASUKA Original material still pulls in the laughs and some sketches are brought up to date with gleeful surgical precision. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-05-20) - Read more AARDKLOP SEEKS NEW DIRECTORS Deadline for applications is May 17 for free crash course in May in Johannesburg. (article published 2004-05-16) - Read more WOZA ALBERT! Durban High School to present highly successful play. (article published 2004-05-16) - Read more DEATH OF STEVE MORRIS Further tribute to supper theatre trailblazer. (article published 2004-05-15) - Read more NORMAN COOMBES Author, director and playwright passed away peacefully in Johannesburg on May 11. (article published 2004-05-15) - Read more PANSA CALLS FOR SCRIPTS PANSA calls for entries for third Festival of Reading of New Writing: Deadline for Scripts is June 30. (article published 2004-05-14) - Read more ARTSLINK CALENDAR Artslink.co.za's annual calendar offers a national directory of annual arts festivals and entertainment events. (article published 2004-05-14) - Read more DEFENDING THE PLANET Aaron McIlroy and Lisa Bobbert join forces on stage together for the first time in two years. (article published 2004-05-12) - Read more ROMEO & JULIET Shakespeare under the stars in the Pieter Scholtz Open Air Theatre from May 18 to 29. (article published 2004-05-12) - Read more STANDARD BANK YOUNG ARTIST AWARD DRAMA This year’s award goes to Durban-born Mncedisi Baldwin Shabangu. (article published 2004-05-12) - Read more GREEN MAMBA STRIKES AGAIN! John van der Ruit and Ben Voss forge ahead with re-run of old favourite and new shows. (article published 2004-05-12) - Read more PUBLIC SHADES PERFORMANCE Show running in the Drama Theatre open to the public on May 14. (article published 2004-05-11) - Read more PUBLIC SHADES PERFORMANCE Show running in the Drama Theatre open to the public on May 14. (article published 2004-05-11) - Read more DOUBLE TROUBLE The Highway Intimate Theatre in Pinetown is to present two one-act plays for an evening called Double Trouble. (article published 2004-05-11) - Read more DIANNE IS SHADOW MINISTER Dianne Kohler Barnard appointed DA spokesperson on Arts and Culture. (article published 2004-05-11) - Read more PLAYHOUSE DRAMA IS TRANSFORMED Playhouse technical team come up trumps in turning Drama Theatre into the round. (article published 2004-05-6) - Read more THE RETURN OF ELVIS DU PISANIE A must for all audiences and anyone considering themselves a performer or studying to go into professional theatre! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-04-30) - Read more THE RETURN OF ELVIS DU PISANIE A must for all audiences and anyone considering themselves a performer or studying to go into professional theatre! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-04-30) - Read more THE PRIVATE EAR While not quite Shaffer, young graduates did justice to highly entertaining script. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-04-28) - Read more THE ART OF BUSINESS SPONSORSHIP KZN organisations among the nominees for the Annual Business Day/Basa Awards. (article published 2004-04-27) - Read more STABLE THEATRE PROGRAMMES Launch for 2004/5 Arts Programmes to be held on May 1. (article published 2004-04-27) - Read more OUT OF BOUNDS FOR FESTIVAL National School of the Art’s Festival of Fame includes Rajesh Gopie’s drama. (article published 2004-04-27) - Read more HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL This year’s festival to run from September 17 to 19. (article published 2004-04-26) - Read more RESIDENCE AT SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE Call for applications - two South African actors wanted! (article published 2004-04-26) - Read more ATONEMENT Performance of Ian McEwan work for IEB Matriculants at Hilton College Theatre on April 29. (article published 2004-04-26) - Read more THE R.I.T.E. COMPANY Research in Theatre Education company designed to empower young theatre artists. (article published 2004-04-25) - Read more EXODUS Ellis Pearson directs group of DIT students. (article published 2004-04-25) - Read more THE RETURN OF ELVIS DU PISANIE Paul Slabolepszy’s brilliant one-hander returns to Durban. (article published 2004-04-23) - Read more FOXWOOD THEATRE Clive Rodel, former Durban actor and academic, involved in new community theatre in Houghton. (article published 2004-04-23) - Read more ISIGCINO ESAMI MUSICAL Vibrant yet educational musical stage play for grade 12 learners. (article published 2004-04-22) - Read more SHADES OF MARGUERITE POLAND Dramatic one-hour exploration of well-known Durban novelist’s sweeping novel of the Eastern Cape (article published 2004-04-22) - Read more OLIVER! AUDITIONS Talented high school learners aged 13 to 18 needed for UBR Young Performers Show. (article published 2004-04-11) - Read more NAF THEATRE PROGRAMME Celebration as the 30th National Arts Festival Programme is announced. (article published 2004-04-6) - Read more LOTTO NOT FOR POLITICAL DONATIONS National Lotteries Board clarify Uthingo’s recent donation by to political parties not from funds earmarked for good causes. (article published 2004-04-5) - Read more GEOFFREY SUTHERLAND TRILOGY 36th Episode of “Just the Ticket” to feature legendary theatre director’s trilogy of Broadway musicals in 1989. (article published 2004-04-3) - Read more FUNDRAISING WORKSHOPS PANSA secures services of Dr Riaan Els to conduct workshop in Durban on May 21. (article published 2004-04-3) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS WINNERS Second annual Fools Awards presented on April 1. (article published 2004-04-3) - Read more BERGVILLE STORIES FOR NEWTOWN Newtown celebration of ten years of democracy includes Duma Ka Ndlovu’s “Bergville Stories”. (article published 2004-04-3) - Read more SINDERS AUDITIONS Emcee Productions looking for a Sinders and a Princess Britney for adult panto in Grahamstown. (article published 2004-04-2) - Read more GRAFSTEENSANGERS Grafsteensangers to visit KZN (article published 2004-04-2) - Read more AARDKLOP 2004 New, contempory and cutting edge work encouraged for Aardklop National Arts Festival. (article published 2004-04-2) - Read more UNCUT TO CAPE TOWN Clinton Marius performs his one man production at Cape Town’s ArtsCape Arena from April 6 to 17. (article published 2004-04-2) - Read more FORUM ON POLITICAL PARTIES’ ARTS POLICIES Arts community in all its disciplines invite political parties to present overview of arts and culture policies on April 3. (article published 2004-03-28) - Read more BRIDGING FINANCE Praise for the generosity of the Bartel Arts Trust. (article published 2004-03-28) - Read more STITCH Hghly humorous and entertaining slice-of-life play about women companions hiking in the Berg. (article published 2004-03-28) - Read more AREPP THEATRE FOR LIFE Dynamic creative educational organisation helps children to negotiate life. (article published 2004-03-28) - Read more RETURN OF ELVIS DU PISANIE Smash hit Paul Slabolepszy play for Durban and Hilton. (article published 2004-03-28) - Read more SENZENJE CHORALE Following successful community outreach competition, Playhouse Company presents story of South Africa in song. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-03-27) - Read more WEDDINGS Essop Khan and Mahomed Ali to stage new comedy at Pattunden Theatre on March 26 and 27. (article published 2004-03-27) - Read more GREEN MAMBA STRIKES AGAIN! John van der Ruit and Ben Voss forge ahead with re-run of old favourite and new shows. (article published 2004-03-26) - Read more THE CHILLI BOY Matthew Ribnick is master of delightful cleanly-drawn characters in his witty and enjoyable one-man show. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-03-24) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS Durban-based publicity company opens voting for top achievers in KZN arts community for 2003. (article published 2004-03-23) - Read more PANSA ELECTIONS FORUM All parties have been invited to speak to arts and culture practitioners on the theme: “Why should artists vote for you?" (article published 2004-03-23) - Read more GAYNOR RISING Gaynor Young to appear in new show. (article published 2004-03-22) - Read more OUR TOWN Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning play for Hilton College opens on March 23. (article published 2004-03-22) - Read more MIND GAMES Marc Salem’s show is like none other. (Review by Patrick Leeman) (article published 2004-03-19) - Read more PLAYHOUSE INVITES PROPOSALS Artistic Director Linda Bukhosini invites arts practitioners to submit proposals for productions. (article published 2004-03-19) - Read more CULTURAL ENTREPENEURSHIP SKILLS PROGRAMME CREATE SA, in partnership with Arts Training Consortium Consortium calls for applications. (article published 2004-03-19) - Read more THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES Triumphant yet moving tribute to womanhood. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-03-18) - Read more BRUTAL TUNES Slick and delightful antidote to everyday blues in “new look” Kwasuka Theatre. (Review by Patrick Leeman) (article published 2004-03-17) - Read more FRANK ‘N STEIN Athol Henderson directs Kearsney College pupils in entertaining version of Ken Campbell’s madcap send-up. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-03-16) - Read more THE CHILLI BOY Hilarious new South African play for Catalina Theatre. (article published 2004-03-11) - Read more BRUTAL TUNES Smash-hit supper theatre production has a return season at Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2004-03-7) - Read more NKONYENI HIGH SCHOOL Well-directed and exciting production of Aubrey Sekhabi’s musical at Courtyard Theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-03-5) - Read more GURU Clinton Marius demonstrates his versatility in amusing swipe at topical targets. (Review by Patrick Leeman) (article published 2004-03-4) - Read more R2 BILLION TO LOTTO BENEFICIARIES Allocation for current financial year to be made public after March 31 2004. (article published 2004-03-4) - Read more DAC CELEBRATION EVENTS Department of Arts and Culture launch of 10 Years of Freedom Programme. (article published 2004-03-1) - Read more SCRATCH Darkly-comic one-woman show for Catalina. (article published 2004-02-29) - Read more VAGINA MONOLOGUES Eve Ensler’s “Vagina Monologues” directed by Dawn Lindberg heads for the Elizabeth Sneddon. (article published 2004-02-28) - Read more TSHEPANG Lara Foot Newton’s play to be presented for schools performances at Ekhaya Multi Arts Centre. (article published 2004-02-28) - Read more NKONYENI HIGH SCHOOL Vibrant musical production written by Aubrey Sekhabi for DIT students. (article published 2004-02-28) - Read more GURU Memorable characters as satire slides into farce. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2004-02-27) - Read more OUR TOWN Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning play for Hilton College. (article published 2004-02-21) - Read more OTHELLO Frantz Dobrowsky strides off with the acting honours in Actors Co-Op presentation of matric work. (article published 2004-02-20) - Read more PLAYHOUSE INVESTIGATION Council initiates forensic investigation of Playhouse Company. (article published 2004-02-18) - Read more WOMEN OF THE YEAR AWARD Shoprite Checkers/SABC 2 honours woman achievers. (article published 2004-02-16) - Read more FESTIVAL OF FAME 2004 National School of the Art’s festival to celebrate its third anniversary in May. (article published 2004-02-16) - Read more PLAY GROUP Dramatic play experts Gisele Turner and Wendy Nell launch Play Group concept for adults. (article published 2004-02-16) - Read more ACT INVITES APPLICATIONS The Arts & Culture Trust calls for funding applications. (article published 2004-02-13) - Read more LAUGHING WILD Well-directed brilliant and biting script, with excellent performances at Kwasuka. (Review by Caroline Smart (article published 2004-02-11) - Read more EKHAYA MULTI ART CENTRE New home for the creatives in Kwa Mashu Township. (article published 2004-02-9) - Read more NACSA STATEMENT ON MINISTER’S DEPARTURE Network for Arts and Culture South Africa (NACSA) notes the sudden departure of the Minister of Arts for Japan. (article published 2004-02-9) - Read more NAF FRINGE DEADLINE Deadline is February 27 for submission of registration forms for National Arts Festival fringe programme. (article published 2004-02-9) - Read more TSHEPANG - THE THIRD TESTAMENT Recently voted by Billy Suter of The Mercury as the best production in KZN in 2003, Tshepang returns to Hilton after the profound, life-altering and dramatic effect it had on those who saw it at the Hilton Arts Festival last year. (article published 2004-02-9) - Read more SARAFINA AUDITIONS Actors, dancers and singers aged 16-24 invited to audition for Mbongeni Ngema’s musical. (article published 2004-02-9) - Read more EVITA & CO Pieter-Dirk Uys in tip-top form at Barnyard for limited run. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-02-5) - Read more THE COMPLEAT WORKS OF WLLM SHKSPR Revival of Reduced Shakespeare Company’s madcap production back at Catalina. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-02-5) - Read more WHERZ IT @ Teenagers turn their concerns and issues into enjoyable hour-long show at Catalina. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2004-01-29) - Read more GURU Rollicking new comedy about the New Age Movement. (article published 2004-01-28) - Read more KZN REPRESENTED IN NALEDI FINALISTS The finalists of the Naledia Awards feature KZN and former KZN theatre personalities. (article published 2004-01-28) - Read more KZN REPRESENTED IN NALEDI FINALISTS The finalists of the Naledia Awards feature KZN and former KZN theatre personalities. (article published 2004-01-28) - Read more LAUGHING WILD Hot American comedy for Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2004-01-26) - Read more SHAKESPEARE AT THE GALLOP “The Compleat Works of Wllm Shkspr (Abridged)” to return to Catalina Theatre in February. (article published 2004-01-26) - Read more VAGINA MONOLOGUES Much talked about highly-acclaimed production directed by Dawn Lindberg to have Durban run in March. (article published 2004-01-26) - Read more DEATH OF BRUCE HOSKING Former NAPAC Board member and major role player on the Playhouse Trust dies in Durban. (article published 2004-01-25) - Read more RUBBISH AND SQUAWK Ellis Pearson and Bheki Mkhwane celebrate 10 years of democracy – their way! (article published 2004-01-25) - Read more BRUTAL TUNES FOR HILTON A Valentine’s Special of this smash-hit production for Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2004-01-23) - Read more THE ART OF TAKING OFF Hit at last year’s Hilton Arts Festival - back at Hilton by public demand. (article published 2004-01-23) - Read more THE LOSER Aaron McIlroy presents his jam-packed energy show at Hilton on January 24. (article published 2004-01-23) - Read more 2003 BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS Creative partnerships under the spotlight. (article published 2004-01-22) - Read more SPEECH & DRAMA CLASS REGISTRATION Durban Theatre Academy to hold 2004 registration on January 24. (article published 2004-01-20) - Read more MEL MILLER & ALAIN D WOOLF Perennial South African favourites present comedy at the Catalina. (article published 2004-01-20) - Read more WHERZ IT @ Catalina Youth Mentorship programme presents showcase production. (article published 2004-01-20) - Read more PLAYHOUSE SET TO RECLAIM FORMER ROLE New Playhouse Company energy set to make marked difference to Durban theatre industry. (Report by Caroline Smart. This article appeared in an edited form in The Mercury on January 19, 2004)) (article published 2004-01-20) - Read more SPEECH & DRAMA CLASS REGISTRATION Durban Theatre Academy to hold 2004 registration on January 24. (article published 2004-01-19) - Read more MEL MILLER & ALAIN D WOOLF Perennial South African favourites present comedy at the Catalina. (article published 2004-01-19) - Read more WHERZ IT @ Catalina Youth Mentorship programme presents showcase production. (article published 2004-01-19) - Read more EVITA & CO Dangerous combination of Pieter-Dirk Uys and Evita Bezuidenhout at Barnyard. (article published 2004-01-17) - Read more POWER HOUSE PRESENCE Return of Linda Bukhosini to the Playhouse might well be seen as the light at the end of a tunnel. (Report by William Charlton-Perkins) (article published 2004-01-16) - Read more ZIP ZAP CIRCUS Ever-popular Cape Town group performing at Gateway from January 13 to 17. (article published 2004-01-13) - Read more BATTLE OF ISANDLWANA RE-ENACTMENT Celebration of Zulu Heritage Festival to provide fourth annual re-enactment of 125-year old battle. (article published 2004-01-13) - Read more ACTORS CO-OP NEWS Busy first season ahead for active Durban theatre company. (article published 2004-01-1) - Read more ROCKY HORROR AUDITIONS Barnyard Theatres hold auditions for the Rocky Horror Show. (article published 2003-12-31) - Read more HILTON THEATRE NEWS Excellent theatre lined up for first part of 2004 at Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2003-12-31) - Read more OTHELLO The Actors Co-Operative to present William Shakespeare’s “Othello” for Matric students. (article published 2003-12-30) - Read more SACCAWU’S INTENDED STRIKE Playhouse Company Chairperson Cllr Mina Lesoma responds to notice by Playhouse union members. (article published 2003-12-30) - Read more STAGE MAGAZINE NOW REVAMPED Long-standing entertainment Magazine gets a facelift. (article published 2003-12-28) - Read more RUMPELSTILSKIN & OTHER TALES Brenda Lauth to present ninth annual children’s production in Campbell Estate. (article published 2003-12-28) - Read more HAPPY CHRISTMAS All the best to artSMart readers. (article published 2003-12-25) - Read more THE OPEN COUPLE Clare Mortimer and Christopher Marcellin present wry satire at The Courtyard. (article published 2003-12-23) - Read more 2004 CCA FESTIVAL DATES Dates for 2004 set for Centre for Creative Arts major events. (article published 2003-12-23) - Read more PLAYHOUSE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR OFFICIAL GPR Official press release from The Playhouse Company regarding the appointment of Linda Bukhosini as Artistic Director. (article published 2003-12-20) - Read more PLAYHOUSE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR Billy Suter’s response to this appointment (courtesy of The Mercury). (article published 2003-12-20) - Read more DURBAN THEATRE AWARDS WINNERS Winners of Durban Theatre Awards honoured at sophisticated glitzy evening at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre. (article published 2003-12-16) - Read more UNCUT – THE PENIS MONOLOGUES (NEW VERSION) Effectively edited, one-man pithy and entertaining adult show responds to female counterpart. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-12-13) - Read more BRER RABBIT AND FRIENDS Three Brer Rabbit stories interwoven with traditional Zulu children’s tales makes for delightful theatre for young people (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-12-10) - Read more ARTISTIC DIRECTOR APPOINTED Linda Bukhosini appointed Artistic Director of the Playhouse Company. (article published 2003-12-10) - Read more CATALINA CELEBRATION Three festive season shows open on December 12 at Wilson’s Wharf theatre venue. (article published 2003-12-10) - Read more DURBAN THEATRE AWARDS NOMINATIONS The line-up of nominees for the Durban Theatre Awards 2002-2003 to be honoured on December 15. (article published 2003-12-9) - Read more UNCUT AT CATALINA Revival of “The Penis Monologues” for late night shows at Wilson’s Wharf venue. (article published 2003-12-4) - Read more CRISS-CROSS CHRISTMAS A forlorn elf needs to discover the meaning of Christmas in children’s play at Kwasuka. (article published 2003-12-4) - Read more DURBAN THEATRE AWARDS Awards evening set for December 15. (article published 2003-11-30) - Read more NAREND SINGH DISCUSSES KZN ARTS KZN Provincial Minister of Education and Culture gives his views on the KZNACC and other matters. (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-11-24) - Read more THE BOY WITH A CLOWN’S HEART Delightful new work from Aldo Brincat for Catalina Theatre over festive season. (article published 2003-11-23) - Read more JUST THE TICKET 19th episode of Percy Tucker’s best-selling book on Radio Today on November 23 and 27. (article published 2003-11-22) - Read more FREDDIE THE FROG Popular children’s show returns to Botanic Gardens. (article published 2003-11-22) - Read more PATRICIA GLYNN TALK Well-known radio and TV personality talks about her experiences on Everest. (article published 2003-11-21) - Read more RUGGA BUGGERS Thomie Holtzhausen draws in the laughs in intimate new venue in Florida Road. (article published 2003-11-21) - Read more DENNIS SCHAUFFER TO MAFIKENG Well-known Durban actor, director and lecturer leaves Durban to teach in Mafikeng. (article published 2003-11-21) - Read more BRER RABBIT AND FRIENDS Actors Co-operative offers exciting and fun-filled children's show over festive season. (article published 2003-11-21) - Read more TABLE MANNERS (REVIVAL) Second time around, this deliciously amusing piece of entertainment is tighter and more focused. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-11-20) - Read more MNCEDISI SHABANGU WINS AWARD Durban-born Standard Bank Young Artist award-winner for drama applauded. (article published 2003-11-20) - Read more DIT AWARDS Department of drama studies hosts Awards Ceremony 2003. (article published 2003-11-18) - Read more NICKY FOR BASA KZN Nicky du Plessis appointed BASA regional representative for KZN. (article published 2003-11-17) - Read more RADIO TODAY Further programme in the radio adaptation of “Just the Ticket” on 1485am. (article published 2003-11-16) - Read more ASSISTANT DIRECTOR REQUIRED The Arts Education Department of the Grahamstown Foundation invites applications. (article published 2003-11-16) - Read more LATAAS FM “Comedians take the Mickey out of Lotus”. (Article in Sunday Tribune: November 9 by Buddy Naidu.) (article published 2003-11-13) - Read more HITS AUDITIONS Highway Intimate Theatre to hold auditions for first production of 2004. (article published 2003-11-11) - Read more IN MEMORIAM Theatre world mourns death of Peter Dickinson and Jeff Gunthorpe. (article published 2003-11-11) - Read more MARC LOTTERING LIVE Wild-haired comedian offers ingenuous and refreshing humour. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-11-9) - Read more THE LOVESHIP AQUARIUS After a successful run at the Smirnoff International Comedy festival, madcap comedy duo hit Durban. (Review by Caroline Smart) NB: IGNORE PREVIOUS REVIEW (article published 2003-11-4) - Read more THE LOVESHIP AQUARIUS After a successful run at the Smirnoff International Comedy festival, madcap comedy duo hit Durban. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-11-4) - Read more THE STRONG BREED Eager Artists to present Wole Soyinka’s powerful drama at Pieter Scholtz Open Air Theatre.. (article published 2003-11-4) - Read more THE LOVESHIP AQUARIUS Comedy theatre at Kwasuka from lovable hosts Cornè and Twakkie. (article published 2003-11-3) - Read more MARC LOTTERING Cape Town’s favourite funnyman is back in Durban in early November. (article published 2003-10-26) - Read more CRAIG SHOEMAKER American Comedy Awards Comedian of the Year to appear at ICC on November 1. (article published 2003-10-26) - Read more DRAMATIC LEARNING SPACES University of Natal PMB to host South African Research Conference. (article published 2003-10-26) - Read more ASHWIN SINGH PLAY Durban’s Ashwin Singh among five finalists to present plays at Cape Town festival. (article published 2003-10-26) - Read more UNCUT ON THE MOVE Clinton Marius’s one-man show heads for Pietermaritzburg and Bloemfontein. (article published 2003-10-26) - Read more JUST THE TICKET 15th episode of Percy Tucker’s book to be broadcast on Radio Today on October 26. (article published 2003-10-25) - Read more GEORGY PORGY Two performances of Roald Dahl's one man comedy at new performance venue. (article published 2003-10-25) - Read more BRINCAT ARTICLE Dialogue opened in the Letters to the Editor section in response to Aldo Brincat’s article in This Day. (article published 2003-10-21) - Read more RUMPELSTILSKIN & OTHER TALES Brenda Lauth to present ninth annual children’s production in Campbell Estate. (article published 2003-10-19) - Read more POST OF DRAMA LECTURER Applications invited from suitably qualified candidates for lecture post at Rhodes University’s Drama Department. (article published 2003-10-18) - Read more CRY THE BELOVED COUNTRY Joko Scott impresses in powerful and compelling play adaptation of Alan Paton’s legendary novel. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-10-16) - Read more CRY THE BELOVED COUNTRY Alan Paton’s acclaimed novel to be seen in KZN for the first time as a professional stage play. (article published 2003-10-16) - Read more UNCUT FOR PMB “The Penis Monologues” to have a season at the Hexagon Studio in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2003-10-16) - Read more AUDITION FOR HITS Auditions for Highway Intimate Theatre's next supper theatre show will be held on October 6. (article published 2003-10-8) - Read more AUDITIONS Auditions called on October 10 and 11 for regular TV show. (article published 2003-10-8) - Read more CALAMITY Hilarious production has fine performances and skillfully woven subtext. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-10-2) - Read more PROOF Excellently directed and beautifully performed play by brilliant Pulizer Prize-winning playwright. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-10-2) - Read more THE CAVEMAN COMETH! Back - once again! - by popular demand, Tim Plewman weaves his comedy magic. (article published 2003-09-26) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEBRATS! Catch Aldo Brincat in his smash hit stage comedy when it returns to Durban in October. (article published 2003-09-24) - Read more CALAMITY Comedy play for Playhouse Theatre Loft from Johannesburg-based theatre company. (article published 2003-09-24) - Read more PROOF KickstArt presents Pulitzer Prize-winning play directed by Greg King. (article published 2003-09-19) - Read more LION KING CELEBRATION Visual and auditory extravaganza of Disney’s “Lion King” for Gateway on September 29 and 30. (article published 2003-09-18) - Read more THE ULTIMATE VARIETY SHOW Star-studded line-up of international and local talent forms part of Celebrate Durban week. (article published 2003-09-18) - Read more QUEEN OF IMBIRA New book by Gcina Mhlophe launched by Maskew Miller Longman in celebration of National Women’s Day. (article published 2003-09-10) - Read more ANIMAL PLANET Real animals come alive on Animal Planet! (article published 2003-09-9) - Read more PENIS DRAWS RESPONSE “Uncut – The Penis Monologues” draws strong audience response! (article published 2003-09-9) - Read more TABLE MANNERS Unconditionally frothy and offbeat romp through the Agatha Christie murder mystery genre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-09-6) - Read more TABLE MANNERS A dishy whodunit inspired by the works of Agatha Christie from Greg King’s KickstArt. (article published 2003-09-6) - Read more UNCUT – THE PENIS MONOLOGUES Reponse to The Vagina Monologues features an interesting range of sketches focusing on a vital part of the male anatomy. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-09-5) - Read more HAPPY NATIVES My previous reservations now dispelled, back home in KZN “Happy Natives” is as excellent “must-see”. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-09-4) - Read more PILLOW TALK Set in and around a double bed, this series of sketches is well-handled, amusing and with some beautiful poignant moments. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-09-3) - Read more PILLOW TALK Creative Madness does the dirty, dish the dirt on mixed doubles and offer a slightly risque recipe for success. (article published 2003-08-25) - Read more ANDRE THE HILARIOUS HYPNOTIST IS BACK! Popular entertainer to appear in Pietermaritzburg and Durban. (article published 2003-08-25) - Read more HAPPY NATIVES Greig Coetzee acclaimed new play for KZN. (article published 2003-08-25) - Read more JUST THE TICKET Radio adaptation of Percy Tucket’s 50 years in South African Theatre. (article published 2003-08-24) - Read more WANT TO PERFORM AT NAF? Performance Applications Open For 2004 National Arts Festival, Grahamstown. (article published 2003-08-23) - Read more AT THE EDGE Ronnie Govender’s acclaimed drama featuring Leeanda Reddy for Playhouse. (article published 2003-08-23) - Read more ISIGCINO ESAMI MUSICAL Zulu language setwork to be presented at Stable Theatre. (article published 2003-08-20) - Read more TABLE MANNERS A Dishy Whodunit inspired by the works of Agatha Christie (article published 2003-08-20) - Read more ETHEKWINI CULTURAL POLICY WORKSHOP Article by Marianne Meijer appearing in the NSA magazine. (article published 2003-08-19) - Read more EAGER ARTISTS ANNIVERSARY Durban theatre group celebrates 10th anniversary on August 21. (article published 2003-08-18) - Read more KOLLIG ARTS FESTIVAL This year’s Festival to present 10 shows from August 21 to 24 at the Port Natal School in Umbilo. (article published 2003-08-13) - Read more THE EFFECT OF GAMMA RAYS ON MAN IN THE MOON MARIGOLDS Challenging project for Actors Co-operative makes for compelling drama. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-08-13) - Read more UNCUT – THE PENIS MONOLOGUES Clinton Marius provides offbeat response to the controversial “Vagina Monologues”. (article published 2003-08-12) - Read more THE EFFECT OF GAMMA RAYS ON MAN-IN-THE-MOON MARIGOLDS: Actors Co-operative present American playwright Paul Zindel’s Pulitzer prize-winner. (article published 2003-08-12) - Read more GEORGY PORGY Peter Court and Thomie Holtzhausen hilariously transfer one of Roald Dahl’s well-known stories to the platteland. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-08-11) - Read more THE COMPLEAT WORKS OF WLLM SHKSPR Three highly skilled actors and a creative director bring this madcap Shakespearean romp to glorious life. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-07-31) - Read more AMAGAMA AMATHATU AIDS awareness production offered to firms and industries to be presented on site. (article published 2003-07-31) - Read more EDUCATING RITA Finely directed and acted, bittersweet love story promises to be Kwasuka theatre’s most popular production to date. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-07-26) - Read more EDUCATING RITA Finely directed and acted, bittersweet love story promises to be Kwasuka theatre’s most popular production to date. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-07-26) - Read more THE MOSQUITO COAST Schools touring production of Paul Theroux’s setwork novel. (article published 2003-07-23) - Read more SHAKESPEARE SOCIETY QUIZ Active society to hold quiz on August 3. (article published 2003-07-23) - Read more EDUCATING RITA Delicious comedy for Kwasuka in the careful hands of multi-award winning director Murray McGibbon. (article published 2003-07-22) - Read more THE COMPLEAT WORKS OF WLLM SHKSPR Catalina Theatre to host 97 minutes of hilarious Shakespearian mayhem. (article published 2003-07-22) - Read more ICARUS Educators should watch out for this enchanting educational piece – it’s a visual and dramatic delight. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-07-21) - Read more GLASS ROOTS Fiona Coyne’s hit comedy for KickstArt Theatre Company at Kwasuka. (article published 2003-07-21) - Read more FOREIGN AIDS HIVAN present one performance by Pieter-Dirk Uys on August 4. (article published 2003-07-20) - Read more GREEN MAMBA John van de Ruit and Ben Voss back by popular demand at Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2003-07-19) - Read more WEEKLY RADIO INSERTS - RSG Thomie Holtzhausen to present regular contributions to Afrikaans arts radio programme. (article published 2003-07-19) - Read more KATINKA KAT Actors Co-Operative’s latest production comes to a close in Durban Botanic Gardens. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-07-17) - Read more DEATH OF RAMALOA MAKHENE Leading South African actor dies in Johannesburg (article published 2003-07-16) - Read more HAPPY NATIVES Greig Coetzee’s new full-length play is a winner but lacks South African lifeblood as yet. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-07-8) - Read more HAPPY NATIVES Greig Coetzee play to tour South Africa after the National Arts Festival. (article published 2003-07-3) - Read more BOTANIC GARDENS HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS Children are invited to enjoy a day of creative fun and activity at the Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2003-07-1) - Read more VERGISSMEINNICHT Acting is brilliant and the idea is clever, just needs reworking of the structure. (Review by Andrew Verster) (article published 2003-06-30) - Read more VERGISSMEINNICHT Clinton Marius's new play premieres at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer, Arts Editor, Natal Witness) (article published 2003-06-29) - Read more FESTIVAL DIARIES artSMart editor in Grahamstown presents regular report of the National Arts Festival. (article published 2003-06-28) - Read more MARIEKE BRESSER FOR DOGTROEP New office manager for innovative Netherlands theatre company worked in Cape Town. (article published 2003-06-25) - Read more MY BIG FAT GREEK FESTIVAL Fun event to encompass entire Wilson’s Wharf area. (article published 2003-06-25) - Read more TENSE TALE OF KATINKA KAT The Actors Co-Operative will present holiday fun for the family in Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2003-06-25) - Read more THE DATE PRINCESS New hand puppet play by Pamela Tancsik for Durban Botanical Gardens. (article published 2003-06-25) - Read more AMAGAMA AMATHATU Madcaps tours schools with educational AIDS awareness presentation. (article published 2003-06-21) - Read more RAGGAMUFFIN PRINCESS & OTHERS Entertainer and illustrator Linda Giddy offers theatre and portraiture. (article published 2003-06-21) - Read more SIENER IN DIE SUBURBS PG du Plessis’s award-winning play for Hilton College production. (article published 2003-06-20) - Read more STANISLAVSKY MASTER CLASS Ksenjya Fillinova presents Stanislavsky classes in the art of theatre and other skills. (article published 2003-06-16) - Read more SHAKESPEARE WINNERS Three Durban Girls' College head for UK trip. (article published 2003-06-16) - Read more DEATH OF CLIVE PARNELL Actor Clive Parnell dies a day after his 63rd birthday. (article published 2003-06-16) - Read more EAST COAST RADIO HAHA COMEDY SHOW This year’s event in the Playhouse Opera promises to be bigger and better than before. (article published 2003-06-16) - Read more GEORGY PORGY One of Roald Dahl’s most celebrated comic characters to be performed by Thomie Holtzhausen. (article published 2003-06-11) - Read more NEW NAC BOARD Nhlanhla Mtaka, Linda Bukhosini, Nicky du Plessis and Dr and TPL Dumisa are KZN representatives on national arts body. (article published 2003-06-11) - Read more YOUTH DAY FESTIVAL Young People for Change present celebration at Princess Magogo Stadium Kwa Mashu on June 15. (article published 2003-06-9) - Read more EDUCATING RITA KickstArt in association with Presto Theatre International will present Educating Rita in July. (article published 2003-06-9) - Read more BAT STORYTELLING WORKSHOPS. Storytelling technique workshops help educators and community leaders to get their message across (article published 2003-06-9) - Read more RUN TO GROUND Greg King’s first production as Kwasuka’s artistic director is a powerful tension-filled thriller. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-06-7) - Read more READY TEDDY GO! Celebrity spotting at its best at Castle Kyalami in Gauteng supports Red Cross. (article published 2003-06-5) - Read more VERGISSMEINNICHT Festival premiere for new South African stage drama by Durban actor-writer. (article published 2003-06-5) - Read more NETWORK FOR ARTS AND CULTURE SOUTH AFRICA (NACSA) NACSA accepts apology of Director General of Department of Arts and Culture (article published 2003-06-5) - Read more GREASE UBR Young Performers Charity Show (article published 2003-05-30) - Read more RUN TO GROUND English version of Reza de Wet’s award winning thriller “Diepe Grond” to be directed by Greg King. (article published 2003-05-30) - Read more STITCH New comedy for Square Space Theatre written by Catherine Mace and Melissa Wood. (article published 2003-05-30) - Read more PATHWAYS OF HOPE Showcase and promotion of artistic talents of disabled youth in KZN. (article published 2003-05-30) - Read more HAPPY NATIVES Greig Coetzee play to tour South Africa. (article published 2003-05-23) - Read more BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS Business wins for sponsorship of the arts (article published 2003-05-23) - Read more ALL-INDIGENOUS THEATRE PROGRAMME FOR NAF National Arts Festival to host 11 new and recent plays. (article published 2003-05-22) - Read more NAC NEWS National Arts Council funding and appointment of new staff. (article published 2003-05-18) - Read more BRUSH UP SHAKESPEARE The 2003 National Creative Arts Youth Festival showcase programme today at 14h00 and 18h00. (article published 2003-05-18) - Read more STITCH True to life comedy about four women hiking in the Berg. (article published 2003-05-17) - Read more SHAKESPEARE SOCIETY NEWS AGM and fundraiser from active KZN Shakespeare Society. (article published 2003-05-17) - Read more VINTAGE RADIO Springbok Radio favourites on Radio Today 1485 AM (article published 2003-05-15) - Read more GREG KING FOR KWASUKA Award-winning director has tenure for 18 months at Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2003-05-15) - Read more HIT AUDITIONS Highway Intimate Theatre amateur (non-professional) calls for auditions for their next play. (article published 2003-05-15) - Read more ACT BACK ON THE ARTS SCENE Applications for the funding of arts, culture and heritage projects close on May 23. (article published 2003-05-14) - Read more BOOM GATE Square Space Theatre at UND to host Theatre of Imagination. (article published 2003-05-14) - Read more MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Whacky and freestyle interpretation of Shakespeare comedy draws on early Durban history. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-05-8) - Read more ANIMAL FARM Don’t miss this chance to see some of Durban’s most exciting up-and-coming talent. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-05-6) - Read more DEATH OF DENNIS RUBIN Well-known playwright, director and producer dies in Durban aged 61. (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-05-6) - Read more YPC OPEN DAY Young People for Change stage HIV/AIDS Awareness Open Day in KwaMashu. (article published 2003-04-25) - Read more DESPERATELY SEEKING PRINCE CHARMING Four highly individual female performers look at romance and feminine expectations of love. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-04-22) - Read more MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING One of Shakespeare’s best-loved comedies for UND drama students. (article published 2003-04-21) - Read more THEY SAY & MUNG Exploration of poetic potential of objects and physical comedy storytelling for Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2003-04-21) - Read more COMMUNITY ARTS MEETING Pivotal meeting to be held at BAT Centre to elect National Community Arts Steering Committee. (article published 2003-04-20) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS ArtSMart editor among winners for 2003 award year. (article published 2003-04-17) - Read more EVENING OF MAGIC & MIRTH Comedy and illusion set to bedazzle audiences. (article published 2003-04-15) - Read more ANIMAL FARM MUSICAL Jerry Pooe directs his Eager Artists company in presentation of George Orwell classic. (article published 2003-04-11) - Read more SHOWCASE AT NAF Exciting addition to the National Arts Festival, Grahamstown (article published 2003-04-11) - Read more PANSA & BASA CONFERENCE First arts and culture marketing conference for South Africa. (article published 2003-04-11) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR JOSEPH Very Very Big Productions to host Webber/Rice classic over festive season. (article published 2003-04-10) - Read more ACT BACK ON THE ARTS SCENE Applications for the funding of arts, culture and heritage projects close on May 23. (article published 2003-04-9) - Read more ENTERTAINERS LEGAL SUPPORT Role players in entertainment industry need protection. (article published 2003-04-9) - Read more FOOLS AWARDS 2003 Vote online for top achievers in the KZN arts community. (article published 2003-04-8) - Read more ARCHANGELS Guy Willoughby’s first novel produced by Howick publishers. (article published 2003-04-2) - Read more A FROGGY FAIRY TALE Enchanting hour-long fairy tale for children is a first for Catalina. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-03-30) - Read more YPC STUDENTS FOR SWITZERLAND Two Young People for Change students head for Europe to learn French. (article published 2003-03-30) - Read more THEATRE SURVEY Long-awaited survey puts posters and word of mouth as major influential factors to attend theatre. (article published 2003-03-30) - Read more ARCHANGELS Guy Willoughby’s first novel produced by Howick publishers. (article published 2003-03-29) - Read more FESTIVAL SHOWCASE Exciting addition to the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. (article published 2003-03-29) - Read more FROGGY FAIRY TALE Catalina hosts first production for children. (article published 2003-03-29) - Read more THE MEMORY OF WATER Award-winning comedy extended at KwaSuka to April 5. (article published 2003-03-24) - Read more THE JUNGLE BOOK Hennie Baird, known to Durban audiences as Hendini, currently appearing in Johannesburg in “The Jungle Book”. (article published 2003-03-24) - Read more THE SQUARE SPACE THEATRE Two highly experienced graduates to assist with administration of popular theatre venue. (article published 2003-03-24) - Read more STEVEN STEAD Award winning actor to return to Durban to appear in Reza de Wet play. (article published 2003-03-23) - Read more STEPHEN GURNEY Well-known former Durban actor intends to divide his time between South Africa and England. (article published 2003-03-23) - Read more STEEL MAGNOLIAS KickstArt’s successful 2002 production to have run at Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2003-03-23) - Read more 2003 NATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL PROGRAMME “Home at last and proud to be South African” is the motto of South Africa’s largest cultural festival. (article published 2003-03-22) - Read more TOM MEEHAN HONOURED Vintage Radio on Radio Today honours Tom Meehan with radio programmes. (article published 2003-03-22) - Read more SAMSON AND DELILAH Radio drama with all-Durban cast to be broadcast on Radio Today’s Vintage Radio on April 3. (article published 2003-03-22) - Read more THE TEMPEST Vigorous production marred by inarticulate diction and under-rehearsed text. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-03-21) - Read more NEUROTRASH With satirical stengun out in force, John Vlismas offers a hilarious stand-up comic show. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-03-19) - Read more THE ISLAND Jerry Pooe to stage well-known drama in the Playhouse Loft. (article published 2003-03-18) - Read more NEUROTRASH John Vlismas to stage his new show at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre. (article published 2003-03-18) - Read more INFO SERVICE Tourist brochure distribution service expands its network. (article published 2003-03-17) - Read more NEW SPONSORSHIP FOR GRAHAMSTOWN National Arts Festival in Grahamstown scoops two new sponsorship partners. (article published 2003-03-11) - Read more BAT REGENERATES Regeneration Programme at BAT Centre offers free course to visionary artists. (also drama, visual arts) (article published 2003-03-11) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR GREASE Talented teenagers needed for UBR Young Performers Show. (article published 2003-03-9) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR GREASE Talented teenagers needed for UBR Young Performers Show. (article published 2003-03-9) - Read more LEISURESMART Renamed of pages to (article published 2003-03-1) - Read more HAMLET Director Garth Anderson extracts full drama from his production for schools of Shakespeare’s drama. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-03-1) - Read more THE MEMORY OF WATER Topnotch drama by exciting British playwright impeccably directed by Greg King. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-02-27) - Read more DECADENCE With versatility and superb command of voice and accent, Fiona Ramsay and Michael Richard are brilliant yet again in Berkoff piece. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-02-26) - Read more WHO KILLED THE HEADMASTER Terrifying supper theatre nightmare at Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2003-02-22) - Read more FREEBIRDS Musical collaboration between Dutch based Theatre Company and Eager Artists. (article published 2003-02-22) - Read more MINE GHOSTS EXTRAVAGANZA Jerry Pooe back from the USA with a new music and dance extravaganza. (article published 2003-02-22) - Read more WITS SCHOOL OF ARTS Multi-disciplinary, multi-media unit at University of Witwatersrand. (article published 2003-02-22) - Read more JULIUS CAESAR Shakespeare drama at Hilton College. (article published 2003-02-22) - Read more HAMLET AT SNEDDON AND HILTON Garth Anderson’s award-winning Actors Co-Operative presents production of Shakespeare tragedy. (article published 2003-02-22) - Read more THE COOLIE ODYSSEY Rajesh Gopie’s play to be performed at the Market in April. (article published 2003-02-22) - Read more THE MEMORY OF WATER Award-winning comedy comes to Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2003-02-21) - Read more DECADENCE Fiona Ramsay and Michael Richard present their successful saucy and bawdy play at Catalina. (article published 2003-02-21) - Read more WALK & SQUAWK US based physical theatre company returns to KZN to work on new collaborative theatre project. (article published 2003-02-21) - Read more PORTFOLIO PIX Malcolm Leeman offers good rates for publcity photographs to encourage newspaper coverage. (article published 2003-02-20) - Read more SISANDZA – WOMEN IN THE ARTS Sisandza - Women in the Arts is a newsletter which covers women arts personalities from Durban and surrounding areas. (article published 2003-02-19) - Read more VLISMAS OFFERS NEUROTRASH Well-known stand-up comic chooses his home town to launch his new show. (article published 2003-02-18) - Read more THEATRE DIARY Publication aims to attract a larger audience from both inside and outside of Durban. (article published 2003-02-18) - Read more ELECTIONS & ERECTIONS Scathingly brilliant, disarmingly self-revealing, refreshingly honest and deliciously un-PC! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-02-18) - Read more WOMB TIDE Lara Foot-Newton’s acclaimed piece of daring theatre to play Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2003-02-16) - Read more THE MEMORY OF WATER KickstArt presents Shelagh Stephenson’s comedy about Life, Death and Funeral arrangements. (article published 2003-02-16) - Read more AMAGUGU V - TREASURES EXHIBITION Exhibition represents fifth collection made by the African Art Centre. (article published 2003-02-16) - Read more ONCE A PIRATE Amiable and entertaining one-act production where Seputla Segobodi looks at the life of a soccer fan! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-02-15) - Read more SEX, TANGO & EVERYTHING ELSE Through narrative, music, song and dance, Dawn Lindberg looks at the powerful impact of a sexual encounter. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-02-14) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEBRATS Aldo Brincat’s response to Rob Becker’s smash hit is a delight and a must-see for anyone with children! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-02-13) - Read more NEW VUMA ART CENTRE New arts centre grows out of old Stable Theatre in the major city environs . (article published 2003-02-6) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR INDIAN ACTOR Troubadour Productions looking for very attractive mid 30’s actor required for SABC2 movie series. (article published 2003-02-5) - Read more TEVYE AND HIS DAUGHTERS Pieter Scholtz at his best in interpreting two Sholom Aleichem stories at Kwasuka Theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-02-5) - Read more TEVYE AND HIS DAUGHTERS Pieter Scholtz presents two delightful stories based on the classic tales of Tevye the Milkman. (article published 2003-01-31) - Read more CATALINA CLASSIC COMEDY COLLECTIVE Promises to be one of the biggest comedy events of the year. (article published 2003-01-31) - Read more FRENCH THEATRE CLUB Support the development of an amateur French theatre club. (article published 2003-01-31) - Read more LOOK BEFORE YOU LEAP: BIG TIME! An arepp Educational Theatre Programme for Senior High Learners. (article published 2003-01-31) - Read more TEVYE AND HIS DAUGHTERS Pieter Scholtz presents two delightful stories based on the classic tales of Tevye the Milkman. (article published 2003-01-24) - Read more CATALINA CLASSIC COMEDY COLLECTIVE Promises to be one of the biggest comedy events of the year. (article published 2003-01-24) - Read more FRENCH THEATRE CLUB Support the development of an amateur French theatre club. (article published 2003-01-24) - Read more LOOK BEFORE YOU LEAP: BIG TIME! An arepp Educational Theatre Programme for Senior High Learners. (article published 2003-01-24) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEBRATS! Actor-writer Aldo Brincat hard at work to bring to life his latest brainchild. (article published 2003-01-23) - Read more PERFORMING ARTS CHAMPIONSHIPS World Junior Championships of Performing Arts to be held at ICC Durban from August 30 to September 7. (article published 2003-01-22) - Read more BRUSH UP YOUR SHAKESPEARE Closing date February 21 for popular high school quiz. (article published 2003-01-22) - Read more DIVINE CHILD Interesting and fascinating piece of theatre at Kwasuka explores archetypal clues to self-improvement in fairy tales. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-01-20) - Read more NEW BOARD FOR THE PLAYHOUSE Interim Board appointed by the Minister of Arts, Culture, Science & Technology for the Playhouse Company. (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-01-17) - Read more HAMLET FROM ACTORS CO-OPERATIVE Award-winning director Garth Anderson has finalised top notch casting for his production which plays Durban, Hilton, Chatsworth and Empangeni. (article published 2003-01-16) - Read more BAOBABS DON’T GROW HERE From Grahamstown to Durban via Edinburgh, this delightful adventure of the imagination hasn’t lost one jot of its appeal. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-01-16) - Read more BAOBABS DON’T GROW HERE From Grahamstown to Durban via Edinburgh, this delightful adventure of the imagination hasn’t lost one jot of its appeal. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2003-01-16) - Read more DURBAN THEATRE ACADEMY REGISTRATION New year’s registration for performing arts school opens on January 25. (article published 2003-01-15) - Read more THE DIVINE CHILD Storytelling and puppetry from Wendy Nell and Clinton Marius at Kwasuka. (article published 2003-01-15) - Read more CREATIVE KIDS IN CONCERT Song, dance, drama and poetry presentation in Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2003-01-15) - Read more PIETER DIRK UYS NEW BOOK Interview with Pieter Dirk Uys on his new book. By Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness. (article published 2003-01-3) - Read more TOM MEEHAN - A REMEMBRANCE Tribute from actor and raconteur Frank Graham. (article published 2003-01-3) - Read more DEATH OF TOM MEEHAN Veteran director, actor, writer and producer of radio theatre dies peacefully of heart failure aged 87. (article published 2003-01-2) - Read more HAPPY NEW YEAR All the very best for 2003! (article published 2003-01-1) - Read more (article published 2002-12-31) - Read more MIRANDA MOSS News of former Durban actress now living in Ireland. (article published 2002-12-30) - Read more HANSEL & GRETHEL AND OTHER TALES Eighth annual Brenda Lauth production at The Campbell Collections. (article published 2002-12-29) - Read more BAOBABS DON'T GROW HERE Critically acclaimed comic love-story with James Cuningham and Helen Iskander for Catalina. (article published 2002-12-29) - Read more BRER RABBIT IN AFRICA Festive fun for families and youngsters from Garth Anderson in Botanic Gardens. (article published 2002-12-28) - Read more GREEN MAMBA ON NEW YEAR’S EVE Full evening planned for New Year at Catalina and Zacks at Wilson's Wharf. (article published 2002-12-28) - Read more BEING FATHER CHRISTMAS Dubbed the City’s best Father Christmas last year, actor and director Dennis Schauffer shares his experiences. (article published 2002-12-26) - Read more HAPPY CHRISTMAS Best wishes for a safe and joyous festive season. (article published 2002-12-25) - Read more KAALGESTROOP Met Elzabé Zietsman, Regie en teks - Deon Opperman, Musiek - Janine Neethling, Perkussie - Jahn Beukes - TransAfrica Express, BAT Sentrum (Oorsig: Thomie Holtzhausen) (article published 2002-12-21) - Read more THE CATALINA Themi Venturas’s new theatre opens in the exciting surroundings of the Wilson’s Wharf development. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-12-15) - Read more THAT MAN VAN Wacky adult comedy gawking into the jokes of Van der Merwe. (article published 2002-12-15) - Read more THE RED COAT TALES While it doesn’t achieve its full potential, the show greatly delights young audiences. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-12-11) - Read more THE RED COAT TALES While it doesn’t achieve its full potential, the show greatly delights young audiences. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-12-11) - Read more NEW RADIO PLAY A new radio play produced, written and performed in Durban will feature on Radio Today’s festive season programme. (article published 2002-12-11) - Read more FROG CAPERS Popular frog characters to perform in the Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2002-12-8) - Read more IZINGANEKWANE Firmly and proudly African-based, Garth Anderson’s children’s theatre is an exuberant delight. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-12-7) - Read more STEEL MAGNOLIAS Robert Harling’s superb script, Greg King’s skilful direction and excellent cast make for perfect festive season fare. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-12-4) - Read more MADE IN INDIA Bollywood movies and cross-culture marriages sent up in genial entertainer’s enjoyable show! (Review Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-11-25) - Read more CATALINA New theatre opens on Wilson’s Wharf. (article published 2002-11-24) - Read more KWEL’DUMAYO Musical of crime, violence, alcoholism and love for Mansfield Hall performances. (article published 2002-11-22) - Read more GREEN MAMBA RETURNS! Homegrown comedy hit to open new Catalina Theatre. (article published 2002-11-22) - Read more STEEL MAGNOLIAS Top cast for delicious comedy-drama for the Kwasuka (article published 2002-11-22) - Read more KRIJAY GOVENDER Supporting act of acclaimed comedian Russell Peters at Playhouse. (article published 2002-11-22) - Read more ELLIS & BHEKI AT NSA Ellis Pearson and Bheki Mkwane to perform as part of Buzzart festival. (article published 2002-11-22) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEBRATS! Incisive look at the impulses that set people on the path to parenthood. (article published 2002-11-22) - Read more DEATH OF ANNE FREED Doyenne of radio theatre in Durban passed away on November 18 aged 94. - Caroline Smart (article published 2002-11-20) - Read more CHILDREN’S CREATIVE WORKSHOPS Holiday workshops for those aged five to ten at Sunflower Montessori. (article published 2002-11-20) - Read more KING KONG Last week to see smash hit comedy at Kwasuka. (article published 2002-11-19) - Read more YOUNG ARTIST AWARDS Standard Bank announces Young Artist Awards for 2003. (article published 2002-11-19) - Read more KRIJAY PROVIDES SUPPORT Krijay Govender is supporting act for Canadian comedian Russell Peters. (article published 2002-11-17) - Read more IZINGANEKWANE STORY THEATRE Festive fare for families from The Actors Co-op (article published 2002-11-17) - Read more HEXAGON ANNIVERSARY Theatre on Pietermaritzburg campus of University of Natal celebrates 25th anniversary. Report by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness (article published 2002-11-11) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR STEEL MAGNOLIAS Actresses invited to audition for KickstArt’s forthcoming production. (article published 2002-11-10) - Read more FRANK GRAHAM Durban actor and raconteur to appear on Comedy Showcase. (article published 2002-11-10) - Read more RUSSELL PETERS: MADE IN INDIA Internationally renowned stand-up comedian launches his world tour in Durban. (article published 2002-11-10) - Read more MAY USHER AND NORMAN HESOM Playhouse box office stalwarts retire at end of November. (article published 2002-11-10) - Read more MONEYWEBKZN New business and investment website. (article published 2002-11-9) - Read more MACBETH – THE ROCK OPERA It’s dark, it’s moody, it’s musical – it’s a stunning new “Macbeth”. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-11-6) - Read more KING KONG (2002) Two diverse performers create moments of brilliance. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-11-2) - Read more ALLAN HAGAN Former Durban actor now living in the US and working for Virgin Atlantic Airways. (article published 2002-10-27) - Read more REX GARNER RETURNS TO JOHANNESBURG! Much loved master of farce returns to Johannesburg for Ray Cooney play. (article published 2002-10-24) - Read more PERFORMING ARTS SURVEY Those wishing to support the performing arts are urged to complete questionnaires now available in libraries (article published 2002-10-18) - Read more KING KONG Smash hit comedy returns for limited season at Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2002-10-18) - Read more EK'S 'N DOOS EXTENDED Mark Banks’ successful show extended and moved to the Playhouse Drama. (article published 2002-10-11) - Read more GAYNOR GOES TO WASHINGTON Former actress Gaynor Young has successful time at Deafway Festival in the US. (article published 2002-10-8) - Read more RED COAT TALES Festive Season pantomime helps to raise funds. (article published 2002-10-8) - Read more THE HEX ANNIVERSARY Pietermaritzburg theatre looking for UNP drama graduates and performers who have appeared at the Hexagon. (article published 2002-10-7) - Read more FRANK GRAHAM Durban comedian to appear in Di Rosen’s Comedy Showcase. (article published 2002-10-7) - Read more PRIVATE LIVES Greg King’s spirited version of Noel Coward classic is well-suited to the intimate Kwasuka Theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-10-6) - Read more THE CATALINA A new theatre rises on the new Wilson’s Wharf development at the Yacht Mole. (article published 2002-10-5) - Read more EK IS ‘N DOOS Mark Banks in top form with rapier sharp wit and a delightful series of characterisations. (Review by Caroline Smart (article published 2002-10-4) - Read more GREEN MAMBA EXTENDED "Venomous Comedy With a Deadly Bite" extended to October 5. (article published 2002-09-25) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR BRETT BAILY Black singers and dancers needed for musical drama to be performed in South Africa and Europe. (article published 2002-09-24) - Read more HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL Annual arts festival in the Midlands kicks off to a sparkling start. (article published 2002-09-20) - Read more PANSA/BBC WRITING WORKSHOPS Series of radio drama workshops presented by PANSA in association with British Council and BBC World Service. (article published 2002-09-19) - Read more PRIVATE LIVES Timeless comedy for the Hilton Flagship and for Durban’s Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2002-09-19) - Read more A COLOURED PLACE Well-directed and performed interpretation of heartwarming and humorous script. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-09-18) - Read more THE ARTSTAND Stand promoting the performing arts now hosted by the Essenwood Craft Market. (article published 2002-09-16) - Read more WHAT’S RIGHT & WRONG IN DURBAN Theatre practitioners research the Durban theatre market. (article published 2002-09-16) - Read more BOTANIC GARDENS PUPPETS Adi Paxton and Pamela Tancsik to produce fun and entertaining double-bill puppet show in Durban Botanic Gardens from October 1 to 4 (article published 2002-09-16) - Read more MARK BANKS'EK'S 'N DOOS Hilarious hit show to run at Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre in October. (article published 2002-09-14) - Read more THREE SISTERS Anton Chekhov’s classic play has a short run at Durban’s Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre. (article published 2002-09-14) - Read more THE LIVING ROOM PROGRAMME Eager Artists offer innovative theatre programme for informal performance areas. (article published 2002-09-13) - Read more THE DANCE JOURNEY Eager Artists again prove their strong performance ability in programme that portrays the origin of traditional dances. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-09-12) - Read more A COLOURED PLACE Critically acclaimed dramatic production at Kwasuka Theatre for short season. (article published 2002-09-8) - Read more GREEN MAMBA Back on home ground, John van de Ruit and Ben Voss continue to pull in the audiences to their clever and humorous production. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-09-7) - Read more A COLOURED PLACE Critically acclaimed dramatic production for Kwasuka Theatre for a short season (article published 2002-09-5) - Read more SKADONK Innovative performers Ellis Pearson and Bheki Mkwane appear at NSA. (article published 2002-09-5) - Read more GREEN MAMBA Ben Vos and John van de Ruit present their hilarious two-hander at Hilton and in Durban. (article published 2002-09-5) - Read more LEOPARD SKIN Enjoyable new work combines contemporary issues into a legitimate theatrical format. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-09-4) - Read more GOING PLACES Online source of entertainment and lifestyle information offers theatre/accommodation packages for those living outside Durban. (article published 2002-09-3) - Read more TRIBUTE TO EVE STUART Professor Elizabeth Sneddon pays tribute to a life-long friend. (article published 2002-09-3) - Read more FAR FROM THE MADDING CROWD This must-see creative triumph is not without its flaws. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-09-2) - Read more THE WAY OF US A special experience through dynamic physical theatre. (Review by Luke Thomas) (article published 2002-09-2) - Read more CREATIVE KIDS' CLUB Correspondence club to introduce young readers to the magical world of theatre. (article published 2002-08-25) - Read more CAVEMAN BACK NEXT YEAR Tim Plewman’s smash hit “Defending the Caveman” to return in 2003! (article published 2002-08-24) - Read more FNB PULLS OUT OF VITA REGIONAL THEATRE AWARDS First National Bank no longer to sponsor the Vita Regional Theatre Awards system as of June 2003. (article published 2002-08-23) - Read more FNB VITA REGIONAL THEATRE AWARDS 2001/2002 Reposting of list of Durban winners. (article published 2002-08-22) - Read more COTA AUDITIONS Company of Theatre Arts holds auditions for next production. (article published 2002-08-18) - Read more CLOUD NINE University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg, presents play exploring relationship between colonisation and sexual repression (article published 2002-08-18) - Read more FILM EXTRAS CASTING Troubadour Productions looking for background extras for feature film. (article published 2002-08-15) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN Hilarious and clever text from masterful comedy actor makes for a production not to be missed. (Review by Thomie Holtzhausen) (article published 2002-08-15) - Read more AN EVENING OF RUMI Duncan Mackintosh back in South Africa by popular demand to present work by enlightened mystical Sufi poet. (article published 2002-08-14) - Read more FAR FROM THE MADDING CROWD - PREVIEW! Full-scale period costume musical set to beautiful music on its way to being a national hit. (Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-08-13) - Read more BOOKING OPEN FOR HILTON Booking now open for the Natal Witness Hilton Arts Festival in September. (article published 2002-08-12) - Read more SITTING AROUND THE FIRE Theatre of the imagination reigns supreme in this production directed by Bheki Mkhwane. (article published 2002-08-11) - Read more KWASUKA NEWS Durban theatre has a busy programme ahead. (article published 2002-08-11) - Read more CAVEMAN REACHES 1000! Fire or no fire, Tim Plewman still pulls in the audiences at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre. (article published 2002-08-11) - Read more DEATH OF EVE STUART Well-known public relations figure dies in Durban. (article published 2002-08-10) - Read more UPDATE ON SNEDDON FIRE Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre manager Jackie Cunniffe gives an update on yesterday’s fire: (article published 2002-08-8) - Read more FIRE AT THE SNEDDON Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre catches on fire but damage not too devastating. (article published 2002-08-7) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN Tim Plewman back again with witty and insightful comedy. (article published 2002-08-5) - Read more COLLIN NHLUMAYO MEMORIAL SERVICE Memorial service for Durban actor on August 6 and tribute by film-maker Cheryl Johnson. (article published 2002-08-5) - Read more BIG STAKES AND SLAP CHIPS Highly individual stand-up comedian Marc Lottering pulls in the laughs. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-08-3) - Read more GREEN MAMBA John van de Ruit and Ben Voss bring their successful production back to KZN after National Arts Festival success. (article published 2002-08-3) - Read more ONE VOICE Entertaining musical from young cast in show sponsored by Unilever Bestfoods Robertsons. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-08-2) - Read more HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL Pick of South African theatre, music and dance for a three day festival. (article published 2002-07-28) - Read more AREPP EDUCATIONAL TRUST Titles “Healthy, Happy and Hip!" and “Don’t Think So” represent vibrant educational theatre for KZN. (article published 2002-07-28) - Read more COLLIN NHLUMAYO Death of well-known Durban actor and playwright. (article published 2002-07-25) - Read more FNB VITA DURBAN THEATRE AWARDS Durban winners announced today. (article published 2002-07-24) - Read more BLAISE KOCH BOOK Two and a half year journal by well-known actor. (article published 2002-07-21) - Read more LOSING UTOPIA Strong dialogue and interesting arguments fail to make cohesive whole of student production. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-07-21) - Read more EDUCATIONAL SHOWS Arepp Educational Trust offers “Healthy, Happy and Hip!" and “Don’t Think So” educational theatre for KZN. (article published 2002-07-20) - Read more ANDRE’S NEW SKITS The Hilarious Hypnotist offers fascinating comedy until July 28. (article published 2002-07-20) - Read more TANGKUPA The magic of the stage comes to life in Tangkupa. (Review by Thomie Holtzhausen) (article published 2002-07-20) - Read more GRAHAMSTOWN 2002 A wrap-up of this year’s National Arts Festival proves that it was one of the best ever! (Review by Caroline Smart and Thomie Holtzhausen) (article published 2002-07-19) - Read more DARK OUTSIDER Play dealing with the life of Roy Campbell has once-off performance on July 25. (article published 2002-07-19) - Read more GREG COETZEE NOMINATED Multi award winner looks set to garner two more awards in FNB Vita Cape Town region. (article published 2002-07-19) - Read more DEATH OF PETER BROOMFIELD Well-known broadcaster dies in Durban. (article published 2002-07-17) - Read more TAP DOGS Six extremely fit and gorgeous young men prove that tap can be extended to an extravaganza of percussive dance and movement. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-07-17) - Read more NOT WINNERS Durban learners scoop prizes at NOT Festival. (article published 2002-07-16) - Read more MAGIC MAN HENDINI ON TOUR Hendrik Baird currently moving around the country with his new magic show. (article published 2002-07-15) - Read more FOREIGN AIDS The inimitable satirist appears mainly as himself in an impassioned one-man show focusing on the HIV/AIDS crisis. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-07-14) - Read more BAOBABS DON’T GROW HERE A visual symphony of mime, potent physicality, movement and brilliant acting. (Review by Thomie Holtzhausen) (article published 2002-07-14) - Read more THE BITTERBEK BLUES OF BEN (DIE BREKER) BAARTMAN An absurd and funny play about a wrestler who fell asleep in front of the TV only to wake up 14 years later. (Review by Thomie Holtzhausen) (article published 2002-07-14) - Read more NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH John Kani reasserts his position as one of South Africa’s top actors and reveals his considerable skills as a playwright. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-07-14) - Read more CHASING CHAIRS Fringe production presents astute, hilarious and incisive observations of the merry-go-round of marriage once the honeymoon years have faded. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-07-13) - Read more SIDDHARTA – A NEW AGE OPERA Stunningly visual opera about the life story of the Buddha is beautifully directed and presented. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-07-13) - Read more A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Relocated to Sophiatown, Tennessee Williams’ classic seen at the Grahamstown Festival will reach a new audience with its impact. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-07-11) - Read more THE BELLS OF AMERSFOORT Collaborative work on National Arts Festival a vibrant, multi-layered concept but ultimately not a cohesive whole. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-07-11) - Read more DURBAN VITA NOMINEES Nominees announced for the Durban FNB VITA Regional Theatre Awards 2001/2002. (article published 2002-07-9) - Read more RAIDERS OF THE LAST STAND Nicholas Ellenbogen can’t be beaten for his innovative and wacky use of props in this popular series currently playing the Grahamstown Festival. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-07-5) - Read more FEEDBACK Buckland and Newton produce sheer theatrical magic on Grahamstown Festival fringe. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-07-5) - Read more MARGA’S ELLA LOER SHOW For all fans of SABC 2’s Afrikaans comedy “Vetkoek Paleis”. (Review by Thomie Holtzhausen (article published 2002-07-4) - Read more PRIVATE LIVES The most believable Elyot I’ve seen in a long time. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-07-4) - Read more YES MEDEM Unpretentious and gripping drama from Bongiwe Ngxoli. (Review by Thomie Holtzhausen) (article published 2002-07-3) - Read more ONE NIGHT STAND Durban's Michelle Driman puts in riveting performance that holds much promise! (review by Thomie Holtzhausen) (article published 2002-07-3) - Read more HEARTLANDS Chris Mann’s new poetry glows with Janet Suzman’s excellent presentation. (article published 2002-07-2) - Read more UNDERGROUND JUNGLE Second collaboration for Grahamstown of movement production from USA and Durban universities. (article published 2002-07-2) - Read more MARGA’S ELLA LOER SHOW For all fans of SABC 2’s Afrikaans comedy “Orkney Snork Nie”. (Review by Thomie Holtzhausen) (article published 2002-07-1) - Read more DOWWE DOLLA DOEN DIT STAAN-STAAN! When thinking on her feet, the country’s brightest blonde offers stiff competition! (Review by Thomie Holtzhausen) (article published 2002-07-1) - Read more THE FENCE Peter Hayes presents quiet but thundering anthem to those who have been killed because of society’s intolerance. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-07-1) - Read more OVIRI – A SAVAGE CIVILIAN Fascinating production deals with the final few years of artist Paul Gauguin. (article published 2002-07-1) - Read more OPDRAG: INGRID JONKER The unbeatable team of Jana Cilliers and Mark Graham weaves its dramatic magic in Ryk Hattingh’s play in Grahamstown (Review by Thomie Holtzhausen) REIVEW IN BOTH ENGLISH AND AFRIKAANS (article published 2002-06-30) - Read more FREEBIRDS Collaborative production weaves its magic in the open air. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-06-30) - Read more GREEN MAMBA Two of KZN's finest actors present witty and clever satire on contemporary South African issues. (article published 2002-06-29) - Read more HA HA COMEDY SHOWCASE East Coast Radio and producers NEAR Entertainment offer a festival of laughter. (article published 2002-06-28) - Read more FREEBIRDS Collaboration between the Dutch based theatre compagny Het Waterhuis and KZN’s Eager Artists. (article published 2002-06-28) - Read more RAGNAROCK & THOKOLATHEMBA International collaboration of Danish and KZN youth theatre companies at Playhouse on July 9 and 10. (article published 2002-06-28) - Read more SHOWBUZZ Further 13 week season for M-Net arts slot. (article published 2002-06-28) - Read more THE HUNGRY Ellis Pearson and Bheki Mkhwane’s latest piece of theatre for NSA. (article published 2002-06-28) - Read more ARTSLINK.CO.ZA Artslink.co.za to charge reasonable subscription fee to access valuable information resource. (article published 2002-06-27) - Read more SHADES RE-RUN High Schools urgently invited to book for re-run of production focusing on Marguerite Poland’s sweeping setwork. (article published 2002-06-27) - Read more JANET SUZMAN AT KWASUKA World renowned actress to perform with poet/writer Chris Mann at Kwasuka Theatre in Durban on July 6 and 7. (article published 2002-06-27) - Read more THE COOLIE ODYSSEY Rajesh Gopie’s new work to be presented in Grahamstown. (article published 2002-06-27) - Read more HEXAGON THEATRE TURNS 25! Contact details needed of all University of Natal Pietermaritzburg drama graduates. (article published 2002-06-17) - Read more NAC INVITES APPLICATIONS The National Arts Council invites applications for funding from companies with a proven track record. (article published 2002-06-17) - Read more THE COOLIE ODYSSEY RASA Productions’ latest dramatic work to be performed at National Arts Festival. (article published 2002-06-15) - Read more ECR HA HA COMEDY SHOWCASE East Coast Radio hosts six of the best comedians from South Africa and abroad. (article published 2002-06-9) - Read more ONE MARGHERITA Dennis Rubin’s award-winning play to open NOT Festival. (article published 2002-06-9) - Read more MAGIC MAN HENDINI Mark Shuttleworth becomes a magic trick when magician performs at the NOT Festival. (article published 2002-06-9) - Read more ONE NIGHT STAND Michelle Driman performs one woman show at the “NOT” Festival on June 21 and 22. (article published 2002-06-9) - Read more GREASE Energetic commitment and vitality from Durban Institute of Technology students in 60’s musical. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-06-8) - Read more YOUNG BLACK ACTOR NEEDED Youngster looking the age of 16 or 17 required for new musical to debut at NOT Festival. (article published 2002-06-7) - Read more ARNEY’S OUTRAGEOUS RISE Venue complements actor’s subtle and far-reaching sex education show. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-06-5) - Read more GRAHAMSTOWN DRAMA CONTENT Gripping stories and vivid characters onstage at National Arts Festival. (article published 2002-06-3) - Read more ARNEY'S OUTRAGEOUS RISE FNB Vita award-winning actor Aldo Brincat revisits one of his most celebrated stage shows. (article published 2002-06-3) - Read more LOCALS GO INTERNATIONAL Eager Artists gearing up for Grahamstown. (article published 2002-06-2) - Read more POETRY JAMBOREE Kwasuka Theatre features winners of poetry competition on June 2. (article published 2002-06-2) - Read more AMADODA ESITIMELA Vusi Shashu looks for potential sponsors for his latest HIV/AIDS awareness play. (article published 2002-06-2) - Read more BELLY LAUGHS Two consummate comedy performers take their audiences on a hilarious journey through the joys and pitfalls of childbirth! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-05-31) - Read more POETRY JAMBOREE The Kwasuka Theatre Company, in association with Adams Campus Bookshop, will host the Poetry Jamboree on June 2. (article published 2002-05-30) - Read more TIN HAT FROLICS Rare evening of gentle fun and nostalgia a remembrance of those who paid the ultimate price for freedom and liberty. (Review by Allen Auld) (article published 2002-05-22) - Read more COMEDY OF ERRORS UND Drama and Performance Studies programme presents Shakespeare’s hilarious play in UND Open Air Theatre from May 23 to June 1. (article published 2002-05-21) - Read more CORRECTED AUDITION NOTICE Previous notice contained incorrect dates. (article published 2002-05-17) - Read more HENDRIK AT NOT FESTIVAL Children’s performer to present his new children’s show at the Not the Grahamstown Festival. (article published 2002-05-17) - Read more RUNNING RIOT Successful local play from Bill Flynn and Paul Slabolepszy embarks on international tour. (article published 2002-05-17) - Read more THOMIE HOLTZHAUSEN Welcome new face on the Durban theatre scene. (by Joe Carroll) (article published 2002-05-11) - Read more 1949 Jailoshini Naidoo does justice to Ronnie Govender’s acclaimed series of short stories. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-05-3) - Read more OTHELLO Careful director extracts the best from his cast in schools production of Shakespeare play. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-04-24) - Read more DEATH OF NATHI KUNENE FNB Vita award winner for best actor Nathi Kunene died yesterday (April 22) morning after losing the fight with cancer. (article published 2002-04-23) - Read more CHANGE OF VENUE FOR OTHELLO “Othello” now running at Glenwood High School and not DHS. (article published 2002-04-23) - Read more HILTON COLLEGE THEATRE What’s coming up at popular theatre in the Midlands. (article published 2002-04-22) - Read more SA HANDBOOK ON ARTS AND CULTURE Long-awaited second edition of invaluable directory. (article published 2002-04-22) - Read more HILTON SPECIAL WEEK Hilton College Theatre hosts drama and dance with Shades, Mainland and Othello. (article published 2002-04-22) - Read more GOING PLACES Full colour entertainment and lifestyle magazine to be launched in May. (article published 2002-04-20) - Read more NATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL Box office hits and bold innovations for the 2002 National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. (article published 2002-04-19) - Read more SCULPTURE STOLEN Kwasuka’s bust of Douglas Livingstone lost …. and found! (article published 2002-04-19) - Read more IMIBALA THEATRE COMPANY Multi-national groupe of five theatrical artists give one performance at the BAT Centre on April 20. (article published 2002-04-19) - Read more OTHELLO FOR BARD’S BIRTHDAY Actor’s Co-operative to present a gala performance to celebrate Shakespeare’s birthday. (article published 2002-04-19) - Read more THE GREAT OUTDOORS Four fine performances and some moody sax playing in Maurice Podbrey’s production of Neil McCarthy play. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-04-13) - Read more THE GREAT OUTDOORS Neil McCarthy’s play directed by Maurice Podbrey offers both humour and things to ponder. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2002-04-12) - Read more THE COOLIE ODYSSEY Auditions to be held on April 12 and 13 for “The Coolie Odyssey” in Grahamstown. (article published 2002-04-4) - Read more 1949 Revival of Ronnie Govender’s play to run in Playhouse Drama Theatre. (article published 2002-04-2) - Read more ADVENTURES ON A NARROWBOAT Sweet, unpretentious and engaging play for those aged seven and up. (Review by Billy Suter) (article published 2002-04-2) - Read more LOOK BEFORE YOU LEAP - RUN TIME! An arepp Educational Theatre Programme for High School learners. (article published 2002-04-2) - Read more GREAT OUTDOORS FOR DURBAN Neil McCarthy's watershed contemporary drama has a season in Durban. (article published 2002-03-31) - Read more SHOWBUZZ New thirteen-part TV series on M-Net offers theatre a new and exciting platform. (article published 2002-03-31) - Read more ADVENTURES ON A NARROW BOAT Durban’s Kwasuka Theatre Company presents fascinating and light-hearted play for young people. (article published 2002-03-25) - Read more HUMAN RIGHTS WORKSHOP ArtSMart editor Caroline Smart to conduct presentation on how to deal with funding application forms. (article published 2002-03-23) - Read more AMA-DEUS Joel Zuma emerges triumphant in Loud Productions interpretation of Peter Shaffer’s brilliant play. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-03-21) - Read more A FEW GOOD MEN Hilton College production directed by Antony Lovell. (article published 2002-03-18) - Read more KEELY AND DU EXTENDS Greg King’s powerful dramatic production extends to March 23. (article published 2002-03-16) - Read more THE ZULU Mbongeni Ngema’s stage musical about the battle of Isandlwana returns to The Playhouse. (article published 2002-03-15) - Read more SPIKE MILLIGAN Spike Milligan is dead. Long live the good times he gave us. (Tribute from Des Lindberg, 28.02.2002, on artslink.co.za) (article published 2002-03-12) - Read more KWASUKA AUDITIONS Kwasuka Theatre Company to hold auditions on March 15 with particular focus on schools touring production of “Shades of Marguerite Poland”. (article published 2002-03-10) - Read more ROCK OPERA SPECTACULAR Multi-Media production from St Anne’s College for 125th celebration. (article published 2002-03-7) - Read more LINKS WITH BBC BBC liaises with Performing Arts Network of SA re radio drama writing workshops. (article published 2002-03-7) - Read more MACBETH Committed Kwasuka Theatre Company cast beat the heat in well-directed “Macbeth” (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-03-7) - Read more KEELY AND DU Vera Clare and Olivia Borgen excel in this hard-hitting play that deals with abortion issues. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-03-2) - Read more THE CONDUCT OF LIFE Searing and brutal play extremely well handled by student cast. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-03-1) - Read more RADIO ACTOR BECOMES ARTIST John Simpson sets aside the microphone, turns his hand to watercolour and gets hooked! (article published 2002-02-25) - Read more ST PATRICK’S DAY SHOW Michael Dunleavy presents show that covers the history of Ireland. (article published 2002-02-22) - Read more DEATH OF CELIA ELLARD Stalwart of the Highway Intimate Theatre dies after a long illness. (article published 2002-02-22) - Read more ARTS DATABASE PANSA launches national performing arts database (article published 2002-02-21) - Read more SPIER-PANSA FESTIVAL OF NEW WRITING KZN PANSA chairperson of PANSA to sit on panel of playreading festival. (article published 2002-02-21) - Read more THE CONDUCT OF LIFE Technikon Natal’s Drama Studies department opens 2002 season with SA premiere. (article published 2002-02-21) - Read more A SEASON IN SOUTH AFRICA Mike van Graan’s award-winning play Dinner Talk to be read at the Old Vic in London. (article published 2002-02-21) - Read more POETRY NEWS Poets from Live Poets Society represented in the syllabus for the Speech and Drama Festival. (article published 2002-02-20) - Read more NASHVILLE Kwasuka Theatre Company to focus on humorous verse of Ogden Nash on February 24 and 25. (article published 2002-02-20) - Read more KEELY & DU Controversial thriller from theatre company that presented “Popcorn”. (article published 2002-02-20) - Read more ACTORS CO-OP MACBETH Garth Anderson’s “Macbeth” for schools stays true to Shakespeare. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-02-16) - Read more HURBAN TERRORISM Pravesh Hurbans to stage satirical review at Wild Coast Sun. (article published 2002-02-14) - Read more KING KONG! Aldo Brincat and Michael Gritten bring contemporary wacky version of age-old saga to Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2002-02-14) - Read more BIG UDDER Ellis Pearson and Bheki Mkhwane appear at the NSA. (article published 2002-02-11) - Read more COTA AUDITIONS Singers, dancers and actors invited to audition for non-professional production. Backstage assistants also required. (article published 2002-02-11) - Read more BUSINESS DAY/BASA AWARDS Sponsors of the arts to receive recognition in fifth award year. (article published 2002-02-11) - Read more CLOSING DATES FOR NAC PROJECTS National Arts Council entries to be in by February 15 for project applications, bursary applications and nominations to advisory panels. (article published 2002-02-7) - Read more SANCTA - 2002 SA National Community Theatre Association to run third annual New SA Play Writing Competition. (article published 2002-02-7) - Read more THE GREAT OUTDOORS Neil McCarthy’s contemporary drama for Durban. (article published 2002-02-7) - Read more TRIBUTE TO KESSIE GOVENDER By Dr TP Naidoo, Board Member of the Durban Arts Association. (article published 2002-02-7) - Read more KESSIE GOVENDER: MEMORIAL SERVICE 15th day memorial service for well-known actor, playwright and director. (article published 2002-02-1) - Read more THE ALICE PROJECT Performance marks culmination of physical theatre residency. (article published 2002-01-29) - Read more MACBETH Most ambitious project to date from Durban theatre company known for its innovative work. (article published 2002-01-29) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN Phenomenally successful one-man show returns to Durban. (article published 2002-01-26) - Read more ASSITEJ CONFERENCE Durban to host African regional meeting of international organisation involved in Theatre for Children and Young People. (article published 2002-01-24) - Read more THE ALICE PROJECT Physical theatre residency at St Anne’s College. (article published 2002-01-24) - Read more EVELYN CRESSWELL POETRY Kwasuka Theatre poetry programme in Durban on January 27 and 28 deals with loss, love and nature. (article published 2002-01-23) - Read more MACBETH Actors Co-operative’s most ambitious project to date. (article published 2002-01-23) - Read more THE MOUSETRAP Pieter Toerien’s production of legendary British play sold out and due to return to Cape Town in April. (article published 2002-01-23) - Read more BLU INVITES PERFORMERS Stamford Hill Road venue looking for further development as a performance venue. (article published 2002-01-22) - Read more BAYEDE-SHAKA FOR THE CIVIC Edmund Mhlongo musical-dance spectacular for Johannesburg Civic Theatre. (article published 2002-01-22) - Read more DEATH OF KESSIE GOVENDER Well-known Durban actor, playwright and director dies suddenly in Durban. (article published 2002-01-21) - Read more LOTTERY FUNDING National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund calls for further applications. (article published 2002-01-20) - Read more NAC THEATRE INITIATIVE Local playwrights receive grants to develop their scripts. (article published 2002-01-19) - Read more STAYING ALIVE KADS plan major musical for June. (article published 2002-01-18) - Read more SARAD SERVICE New web based updating service. (article published 2002-01-18) - Read more ANNA BALANDINA WORKSHOP Russian actress, director and scriptwriter offers training in world-recognised acting system. (article published 2002-01-18) - Read more PANEL NOMINATIONS Invitation to submit nominations for members of the National Arts Council advisory panels. (article published 2002-01-13) - Read more AN EVENING OF RUMI English actor Duncan Mackintosh presents work of mystical sufi poet. (article published 2002-01-13) - Read more AWARD FOR PETER BARNARD Durban Theatre Academy presents top student award. (article published 2002-01-13) - Read more ACTORS CO-OP AUDITIONS Actors and actresses between the ages of 18 and 30 invited to audition for active theatre company. (article published 2002-01-13) - Read more CERTIFIED MALE I haven’t laughed so much for a long time. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2002-01-10) - Read more MOUSETRAP FOR SA Cast announced for Pieter Toerien’s production. (article published 2002-01-6) - Read more RNE SUPPORTS PERFORMING ARTS Royal Netherlands Embassy provides funds for PANSA projects. (article published 2002-01-3) - Read more MACBETH Kwasuka Theatre Company to present Shakespeare drama for schools. (article published 2002-01-3) - Read more MARK BANKS Arguably South Africa's most contentious stand up comedian plays Hilton in New Year. (article published 2002-01-3) - Read more HAPPY NEW YEAR Best wishes for the year ahead from the artSMart team. (article published 2002-01-1) - Read more WHITE TRASH Shireen James new show embodies clichés of poor, dysfunctional and disillusioned couple. (article published 2001-12-30) - Read more DICK WHITTINGTON AND OTHER TALES Brenda Lauth presents children’s show in grounds of The Campbell Collections. (article published 2001-12-30) - Read more HAPPY CHRISTMAS Late message but nevertheless, a very sincere one! (article published 2001-12-25) - Read more TREASURE ON DRAGON MOUNTAIN Captivating puppet show for children. (article published 2001-12-21) - Read more BOET 'N SWAER Popular Grahamstown comedy duo for Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2001-12-21) - Read more CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: DRALION M-Net screens feature on internationally celebrated circus/theatre company. (article published 2001-12-19) - Read more MAGIC HENDINI Amusing magic show for all ages at Animal Farm. (article published 2001-12-18) - Read more WIN! WIN! WIN! Three books on free giveaway offer by answering simple questions. (article published 2001-12-18) - Read more THE SNOW GOOSE Dennis Rubin and Eleanor Stewart present successful reading of Paul Gallico’s famed book. (article published 2001-12-17) - Read more FREDDIE THE FROG Fun and games romp for little ones at Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2001-12-17) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN Smash hit show with Tim Plewman performs in Durban for one last time. (article published 2001-12-17) - Read more EPISODES Puppet installation by the Handspring Puppet Company for Tatham Art Gallery. (article published 2001-12-17) - Read more ARTSMART CLASSIFIEDS Coming soon ....! (article published 2001-12-16) - Read more THE RAINBOW INDIGNATION Three engaging young men present series of short comedy sketches. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-12-14) - Read more BOY CALLED RUBBISH Madcap hysteria and imaginative brilliance from Ellis Pearson and Bheki Mkhwane. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-12-13) - Read more MARVELLOUS MIXTURES Two chickens tell frenetic and amusing tale of life on the farm. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-12-13) - Read more ALADDIN Two highly experienced talents produce delightful Christmas panto for young and old. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-12-13) - Read more TALES FROM THE BROTHERS GRIMM The Actors Co-operative’s highly popular Tales from the Brothers Grimm is running its second festive season in Durban. (article published 2001-12-10) - Read more STONES IN HIS POCKET Just completed its run at Cape Town’s Theatre on the Bay - quite the most entertaining piece of theatre I’ve seen in a long while. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-12-9) - Read more WIN! WIN! WIN! Three books on free giveaway offer by answering simple questions. (article published 2001-12-3) - Read more MEN’S NIGHT – EXTRA PIECE Extra story adds finishing touch to already tight series of dramatic scenes. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-11-28) - Read more PROF SNEDDON AS PATRON Professor Elizabeth Sneddon agrees to be patron of The Shakespeare Society of Southern Africa. (article published 2001-11-22) - Read more BOY CALLED RUBBISH Imaginative and heartwarming comedy from Ellis Pearson and Bheki Mkhwane for festive season. (article published 2001-11-22) - Read more THE RAINBOW INDIGNATION Ivan Boniaszczuk, Joe Carroll and Ashwin Singh. (article published 2001-11-20) - Read more MEN’S NIGHT Square Space Theatre hosts Ben Vos’s one-man show. (article published 2001-11-18) - Read more TATHAM MARIONETTES Pietermaritzburg art gallery hosts AIDS awareness puppet show. (article published 2001-11-17) - Read more TWO FOR THE PRICE OF NONE If you want to see good theatre in its embryonic stage then head for Blu. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-11-14) - Read more NEW STAGES Playhouse Company invites new drama works – deadline for submissions November 16. (article published 2001-11-14) - Read more COMEDY UNDERGROUND BarGO in association with East Coast Radio present Durban’s first taste of this comedy programme. (article published 2001-11-14) - Read more STAGE LIGHTING WORKSHOP Noted Danish lighting designer Lars Egegaard Sørensen offers free workshop. (article published 2001-11-14) - Read more WORLD AIDS DAY EXPO Full day event to be held on December 1 at Durban Jewish Centre. (article published 2001-11-12) - Read more COMPUTICKET MERGES WITH TICKETWEB Computicket announces showstopping deal. (article published 2001-11-10) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR FREDDIE THE FROG Durban Theatre Academy looking for performers for children’s play in December. (article published 2001-11-5) - Read more IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Bright, sparkling and fast-moving production of Wilde classic (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-11-2) - Read more THE COMPANY OF THEATRE ARTS Auditions on February 17 2002 for next show. (article published 2001-11-1) - Read more FRENCH MIME ARTIST The Alliance Française will present a performance by French mime artist Laurent Decol, at the BAT Centre on November 6 at 19h30. (article published 2001-11-1) - Read more DINAH GETS AWARDS Pieter Scholtz’s children’s play receives awards in Namibia. (article published 2001-11-1) - Read more PAIN RAISES R27,000 Benefit fund launched at star-studded evening of KZN top performers. (article published 2001-10-22) - Read more A WORM’S TALE Exciting new show for schools from Madcaps Creative Education Company. (article published 2001-10-22) - Read more AMBUYA'S GIFT Free lunch-hour concert from NU African Music Ensemble on October 22. (article published 2001-10-22) - Read more LOW PRICE SEATS FOR EARNEST Chance to see this witty production for Oscar Wilde fans on a low budget. (article published 2001-10-21) - Read more PRIMARY SOUND COURSE BA Sound Studio hosts ideal course for aspiring musicians and volunteer sound engineers. (article published 2001-10-20) - Read more THE ROPE Dennis Rubin and Michelle Driman create strong drama in one-woman show. (article published 2001-10-20) - Read more DEATH OF BRUCE PIPER Well-known educationist dies in Durban. (article published 2001-10-16) - Read more BENEFIT CONCERT Glitzy benefit extravaganza featuring top Durban performers. (article published 2001-10-15) - Read more BENT Hexagon Theatre, University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg, hosts Martin Sherman’s play. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Natal Witness) (article published 2001-10-11) - Read more MARILYN LIVE Kwasuka Theatre transformed into a glitzy night club for excellent musical tribute to Marilyn Monroe. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-10-10) - Read more FESTIVAL OF NEW WRITING University of Natal Drama and Performance Studies present first annual festival of new works. (article published 2001-10-9) - Read more INTERVIEW WITH GREIG COETZEE First ever Artist-in-Residence at University of Natal Pietermaritzburg drama department. Interview by Margaret von Klemperer (courtesy of The Natal Witness) (article published 2001-10-9) - Read more STOP PRESS! MARILYN HAS MOVED! New supper theatre show has switched venues from Blue Waters to Kwasuka Theatre. (article published 2001-10-6) - Read more NOMINATIONS FOR PANEL Nominations invited for candidates for NAC advisory panels. (article published 2001-10-5) - Read more FNB VITA OFFICER Information officer appointed for FNB Vita eThekwini dance and theatre awards. (article published 2001-10-5) - Read more POLLOCK AND THE XMAS HOLLY Further season of dramatic one-act play. (article published 2001-10-2) - Read more ANTHONY HAS MAJOR ACCIDENT Anthony Stonier avoids serious back operation after fall on charter vessel. (article published 2001-10-1) - Read more POLLOCK AND THE XMAS HOLLY Thought-provoking one act-er includes fine performance by Angela Hawkes. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-09-27) - Read more BENT Play by Martin Sherman for PMB’s Hexagon Theatre. (article published 2001-09-25) - Read more POLLOCK AND THE XMAS HOLLY Show currently touring SA after sell-out run in California. (article published 2001-09-25) - Read more SIBIKWA STORYTELLING FESTIVAL New extension to FNB Vita’s programme of events. (article published 2001-09-25) - Read more MARVELLOUS MIXTURES Delightful children’s play on Saturday morning at Hilton Festival. (article published 2001-09-22) - Read more THE LIVING ROOM PROJECT Eager Artists Theatre Company head for Buffalo. (article published 2001-09-20) - Read more PETA’S MAGIC PUMPKIN Odd Pair of Jeans present puppet show in Botanic Gardens. (article published 2001-09-20) - Read more BAPHAKATHI Play about King Dingane suitable for Grades 8 to 12 at UND Open Air Theatre. (article published 2001-09-20) - Read more PRAYER SERVICE Emergency interfaith service of prayers for peace and solidarity. (article published 2001-09-17) - Read more HILTON ARTS Natal Witness Hilton Arts Festival takes place at Hilton College Theatre from September 21 to 23. (article published 2001-09-16) - Read more PEOPLE ARE LIVING THERE Opening night of strong production helps draw audience’s focus from tragic US disasters. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-09-12) - Read more ATTACK ON THE USA Condolences to all who may have lost friends or family. (article published 2001-09-12) - Read more SEARCH FOR NEW PLAYS National Arts Council launches special project. (article published 2001-09-8) - Read more SUNGHURSH Nateshwa Dance Company’s most ambitious project to date. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-09-8) - Read more PANSA MEETING ON SATURDAY Performing Arts Network KZN to hold meeting on September 8. (article published 2001-09-6) - Read more STEVEN SUCCEEDS This year’s FNB Vita best actor is doing well in London. (article published 2001-09-4) - Read more BOOK FOR HILTON Booking is now open for the Natal Witness Hilton Arts Festival. (article published 2001-08-31) - Read more BULIMIA BLUES New comedy drama by Heather Barclay-Whiffin for innovative DuMarc Cabaret Festival. (article published 2001-08-31) - Read more MEN’S NIGHT Ben Voss portrays a number of characters in fast-moving one-man show. (article published 2001-08-31) - Read more WORKING CLASS HERO Protest theatre alive and well and living in Durban! (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-08-29) - Read more INDABA ENGIZOYIXOXA Acclaimed South African play to confront delegates at the World Conference against Racism. (article published 2001-08-24) - Read more SPRINGBOK RADIO WEBSITE Enthusiast in the US plans to remember the good old days of commercial radio. (article published 2001-08-19) - Read more WORKING CLASS HERO Classic among South African protest plays to be staged during Racism Conference. (article published 2001-08-18) - Read more WANDERING WORDS Kwasuka Theatre supports young poets with afternoon of original works. (article published 2001-08-15) - Read more SHADES OF MARGUERITE POLAND Kwasuka Theatre Company offers fast-moving dramatic exploration of high school setwork. (article published 2001-08-15) - Read more PIAF – NO REGRETS Pieter Scholtz’s dramatic tribute to Edith Piaf extended to August 18. (article published 2001-08-15) - Read more BEHIND CLOSED DOORS Hard-hitting but beautifully presented production from Sibikwa Players. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-08-14) - Read more KOLLIG ARTS FESTIVAL 2001 Top acts secured for the sixth annual festival. (article published 2001-08-9) - Read more INSIGNIFICANT OTHERS Fast-paced home-grown comedy for South African Women’s Arts Festival 2001. (article published 2001-08-6) - Read more PIAF: NO REGRETS Janene van Pletsen brings Edith Piaf passionately to life in Pieter Scholtz’s dramatic work. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-08-3) - Read more THE SPEAR IS BORN Edmund Mhlongo’s spectacular musical for the Playhouse. (article published 2001-07-30) - Read more FNB VITA REGIONAL THEATRE AWARDS Durban winners for 2000/2001 announced. (article published 2001-07-25) - Read more PERFORMING ARTS NETWORK Regional launches undertaken in three major centres. (article published 2001-07-23) - Read more DEATH OF STUART PARKER Veteran actor dies at his Durban home after a long illness. (article published 2001-07-23) - Read more THE STATE OF THE ARTS Open letter from Chief Executive Officer of the National Arts Council. (article published 2001-07-20) - Read more DURBAN JEWISH CLUB Historic venue makes strong comeback into Durban’s theatre scene. (article published 2001-07-19) - Read more OBJECTION Technikon Natal’s offering on Students Festival runs for two performances. (article published 2001-07-19) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN Wonderful, witty and insightful comedy returns … again! (article published 2001-07-17) - Read more TALES FROM THE BROTHERS GRIMM Garth Anderson's children's play at Square Space Theatre. (article published 2001-07-17) - Read more APOLOGIES - WE ARE EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES We are experiencing difficulty loading artSMart items. (article published 2001-07-8) - Read more TRIBUTE FROM JOHN MOSS Tribute to the late Brian O’Shaughnessy from former artistic director of NAPAC Drama. (article published 2001-07-8) - Read more FURTHER THAN THE FURTHEST THING Superb performances, lighting and sound in spell-binding play dealing with Tristan da Cunha (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-07-7) - Read more THE CLOWN JEWELS Delicious humour, mime and physical theatre from Alan Committee. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-07-7) - Read more SAVAGE FROM THE COLONIES Interesting and well presented play about writer Katherine Mansfield. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-07-7) - Read more THE HOLE Akal and Moonsamy perform a number of offbeat characters in play about a prison. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-07-6) - Read more (article published ) - Read more (article published ) - Read more (article published ) - Read more (article published ) - Read more MEN’S NIGHT Thought-provoking, energetic series of sketches by Ben Voss. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-07-5) - Read more THE ROPE Dennis Rubin’s play well enacted by Michelle Driman. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-07-4) - Read more LEFT LUGGAGE UND student production can be taken at face value but also invites you to explore its many levels. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-07-4) - Read more HIT REFRESH The Festivals page seems to be suffering from overload, if the current day's report isn't featured then hit Refresh button to renew data. (article published 2001-07-4) - Read more MAKANA Clever and fast-moving interpretation of the history of charismatic leader. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-07-2) - Read more DEARLY BELOVED Fiona Coyne has placed herself as a master of universal comedy dialogue. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-07-1) - Read more DEARLY BELOVED Fiona Coyne has placed herself as a master of universal comedy dialogue. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-07-1) - Read more DURBAN FNB VITA NOMINEES The nominees for the FNB Vita Regional Theatre Awards, 2000/2001 for Durban have been announced. (article published 2001-06-30) - Read more (article published 2001-06-29) - Read more GRAHAMSTOWN’S FINE AND SUNNY Start of the 2001 Standard Bank National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. (Report by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-06-28) - Read more PANSA LAUNCH KZN launch of The Performing Arts Network of South Africa. (article published 2001-06-21) - Read more SEEING RED FOR FESTIVAL Greig Coetzee’s new work to appear at Grahamstown Festival. (article published 2001-06-21) - Read more DEATH OF BRIAN O-SHAUGHNESSY Well-known director, playwright, stage and film actor dies of heart attack. (article published 2001-06-19) - Read more RUNNING RIOT If audiences laugh and enjoy themselves, wherefore the mediocre reviews? (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-06-14) - Read more PMB PERFORMERS IN DURBAN Square Space Theatre hosts three diverse and entertaining plays from Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2001-06-10) - Read more MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM Glorious froth of fun and nonsense in UND’s production of Shakespeare comedy. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-06-10) - Read more KWEKU ANANSE Playhouse Company presents charming children’s theatre. (article published 2001-06-9) - Read more CURTAIN UP New theatrical youth project for talented high school learners. (article published 2001-06-9) - Read more ANTIGONE GOES TO COURT First year students acquit themselves well in adaptation of Greek classic drama. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-06-9) - Read more RUNNING RIOT Really the Bill Flynn show - and that is all the reason anyone needs to see it. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Natal Witness) (article published 2001-06-8) - Read more THE ASABO TAIL Second and third-year production of play by Sonny Samson-akpan (article published 2001-06-7) - Read more OUT OF BOUNDS Rajesh Gopies successful one-man show for Hilton. (article published 2001-06-3) - Read more MOOI STREET MOVES Paul Slabolpszy drama for Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2001-06-3) - Read more NOT THE GRAHAMSTOWN FESTIVAL From the cutting-edge to the poetic, it’s all happening at DHS. (article published 2001-06-1) - Read more SKIN TIGHT Work by New Zealand playwright for Hilton College. (article published 2001-06-1) - Read more THE ROPE Tomorrow she will die by their rules. Tonight she will live by hers. (article published 2001-06-1) - Read more APOLOGIES artSMart has been "off the air" due to technical problems. (article published 2001-05-30) - Read more THEATRE ON PODOL Theatre group in Ukraine seeks working co-operation with South African companies. (article published 2001-05-19) - Read more SKIN TIGHT New Zealand playwright Gary Henderson’s drama for Hilton College. (article published 2001-05-18) - Read more SEEING RED Greig Coetzee’s strongly-written play deserves a place in the annals of South African history. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-05-16) - Read more YOUTH FESTIVAL National Creative Arts Youth Festival in full swing. (article published 2001-05-15) - Read more UNIVERSITY DREAM Popular Shakespeare comedy for FNB Vita/University of Natal Shakespeare Festival 2001 (article published 2001-05-14) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR KWEKU ANANSE Playhouse Company invites young performers for African folk tale. (article published 2001-05-10) - Read more ARCHIVE MUSIC FOR SEEING RED "Banned" local music for Greig Coetzee’s new play! (article published 2001-05-9) - Read more PUPPETEERS TO AUSTRIA Adi Paxton and Pamela Tancsik invited to international puppet festival. (article published 2001-05-1) - Read more RUNNING RIOT Paul Slabolepszy’s new play opens in Durban at end of May. (article published 2001-04-29) - Read more ARTSCAPE INVITATION Cape Town based arts body invites all role players to contribute to 2002 programme. (article published 2001-04-27) - Read more OUT OF BOUNDS - EXTENDED AGAIN! Second and final extension of Rajesh Gopie’s successful one-man show. (article published 2001-04-21) - Read more THE LOSER EXTENDED Aaron McIlroy's highly popular musical comedy extended to May 5. (article published 2001-04-21) - Read more MY SUGAR DADDY Latest comedy from Mahomed Alli and Essop Khan. (article published 2001-04-21) - Read more SANATA WINTER FESTIVAL Playwriting competition closes on April 30. (article published 2001-04-21) - Read more MSOMI WOWS GLOBE Welcome Msomi’s Umabatha wows London’s Globe Theatre. (article published 2001-04-21) - Read more SEEING RED Greig Coetzee’s biggest and most ambitious project to date. (article published 2001-04-21) - Read more BRIAN BLESSED TALKS Renowned actor and mountaineer appears on BBC’s HARDtalk. (article published 2001-04-20) - Read more SORRY – MISSED THE DIRECTOR The director of The Loser was inadvertently missing from the review. (article published 2001-04-12) - Read more SHAKESPEAREAN COMEDIES Directors invited to submit productions for Maynardville. (article published 2001-04-12) - Read more TALES OF THE RISING SUN Sunny tales from Scholtz. (Review by Billy Suter, courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2001-04-12) - Read more ENERGETIC NERD Aaron McIlroy as flamboyant motivational speaker Truscott Pryce in The Loser.. (Review by Billy Suter, The Mercury) (article published 2001-04-12) - Read more MORE RAJESH GOPIE Durban demands more performances of Out of Bounds. (article published 2001-04-10) - Read more ILOBOLO New piece to premiere at 2001 Grahamstown Festival. (article published 2001-04-5) - Read more OUT OF BOUNDS Evocative and well-presented story of a young Indian man written and performed by Rajesh Gopie. (article published 2001-04-5) - Read more HELLUVAGUY!!! Margaret von Klemperer reviews performance at Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2001-04-5) - Read more DOUGLAS LIVINGSTONE …WE PRESUME? Amusing and thought-provoking production (Review by Patrick Leeman) (article published 2001-04-5) - Read more IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Traditional version with sumptuous sets at Pietermaritzburg’s Hexagon Theatre. (Review by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Witness) (article published 2001-04-5) - Read more MADCAPS WATER STORIES New schools’ touring programmes for younger learners. (article published 2001-04-5) - Read more DOUGLAS LIVINGSTONE…WE PRESUME? Engaging show at Kwasuka. (Review by Ulysses Online) (article published 2001-04-3) - Read more HELLUVAGUY!!! Rare and all-too-short moment of theatre (review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-04-3) - Read more GRAHAMSTOWN FOUNDATION Inspiring stuff for 2001 Schools' Festivals (article published 2001-04-1) - Read more DOUGLAS LIVINGSTONE POETRY Tribute by friends to the late poet in dramatised reading. (article published 2001-03-29) - Read more OTHELLO Kwasuka’s first schools production of the year. (article published 2001-03-29) - Read more CANDLELIGHT BARD Shakespeare’s 437th birthday celebrated with reading of The Merchant of Venice (article published 2001-03-29) - Read more BARRY HILTON FOR ROYAL Comedian Barry Hilton for short run in Playhouse Drama (article published 2001-03-29) - Read more HELLUVAGUY!!! A study of male attitudes with acclaimed Swedish actor Lennart R Svensson as August Strindberg (article published 2001-03-21) - Read more AT THE EDGE Abridged version of Ronnie Govender's acclaimed play for Writers Festival. (article published 2001-03-21) - Read more RUNNING RIOT Paul Slabolepszy’s new play for Playhouse Drama. (article published 2001-03-21) - Read more COTA AGM The Company of Theatre Arts to hold its Annual General Meeting on March 28. (article published 2001-03-21) - Read more STORY FIXING A new adult pantomime creator on the market! (article published 2001-03-21) - Read more THERE GOES THE BRIDE Highway Intimate Theatre presents Ray Cooney and John Chapman farce. (article published 2001-03-21) - Read more 4PLAY Greig Coetzee – mad or brilliant? Or both? (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-03-20) - Read more NO REGRETS Pieter Scholtz's tribute to the incomparable Edith Piaf for Kwasuka. (article published 2001-03-16) - Read more JAPANESE TALES Trilogy of new short plays for young audiences at Kwasuka. (article published 2001-03-15) - Read more DEAF WAY II Invitations to hearing or non-hearing arts practitioners to attend conference in USA in 2002. (article published 2001-03-15) - Read more DOUGLAS LIVINGSTONE ... WE PRESUME? Dramatised reading of works of acclaimed Durban poet. (article published 2001-03-9) - Read more TALES OF THE RISING SUN Trilogy of new short plays for young audiences by Pieter Scholtz. (article published 2001-03-9) - Read more SEEING RED AUDITIONS Auditions for new play by award-winner actor and scriptwriter Greig Coetzee. (article published 2001-03-4) - Read more OUT OF ORDER Student cast keeps up the pace in Ray Cooney farce. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-03-4) - Read more THE NIGHT LENNY KRAVITZ PLAYED MY HEART Young high school pupils acquit themselves well in Aldo Brincat’s showcase of their talents. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-03-3) - Read more OUT OF ORDER Ray Cooney farce for Technikon Natal drama students. (article published 2001-03-2) - Read more DOGTROEP LABORATORY Artistes from Holland combine with Durban counterparts to create wild and wonderful performance. (article published 2001-02-28) - Read more DOGTROEP PRESENTATION Amsterdam based theatre company and their Durban counterparts offer fascinating preview. (article published 2001-02-23) - Read more MINISTER RESPONDS See Miscellaneous for Minister Ben Ngubane’s response to the allegations of racism of the Playhouse Company’s executive bodies. (article published 2001-02-21) - Read more URGENT CALL FOR SUPPORT Serious issues concerning the Playhouse Company. (article published 2001-02-19) - Read more PLAYHOUSE GATE Artslink.co.za carries transcript of tape that led to resignation of acting MD (article published 2001-02-18) - Read more 4PLAY Greig Coetzee does theatre marathon. (article published 2001-02-16) - Read more KING KONG’S CARTOON Napier Dunn’s interpretation of King Kong appearing in Kloof this week. (article published 2001-02-13) - Read more ALDO BRINCAT'S DOUBLE BILL Two productions for presentation at Thomas More College and St Mary’s DSG. (article published 2001-02-8) - Read more RAJESH TO CAPE TOWN Rajesh Gopie takes his award-winning Out of Bounds to Cape Town. (article published 2001-01-17) - Read more KADS AUDITIONS Auditions for musical from highly active amdram society. (article published 2001-01-17) - Read more MY PLUNGE TO FAME Heartwarming story of actress’s plucky, determined and courageous return to the world of theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2001-01-17) - Read more HAPPY NEW YEAR! All the best for 2001! See how artSMart has grown in two years. (article published 2001-01-3) - Read more MERRY CHRISTMAS! Season’s greetings from all at artSMart. (article published 2000-12-23) - Read more HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN STORIES Dramatic Art Incorporated presents children’s show at Campbell Collections. (article published 2000-12-23) - Read more CARTOON OF COMRADES ARMS Napier Dunn’s impression of Comrades Arms running in the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre. (article published 2000-12-16) - Read more THE ZULU Latest Mbongeni Ngema musical incorporates the Battle of Isandlwana. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-12-12) - Read more KING KONG The talents of Brincat, Gritten and Court make for magical, imaginative theatre. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-12-10) - Read more CATCH KHALULU! Vigorous and energetic cast present lively children’s entertainment in Playhouse Sanlam Loft. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-12-10) - Read more GAYNOR’S DIARY “Actress that fell” reunited with diary and a lost year of her life. (article published 2000-12-9) - Read more LUCKY DIP Hands-free shopping at Musgrave Centre! (article published 2000-12-9) - Read more BREASTS Another potential winner from White Men with Weapons’s Greig Coetzee. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-12-8) - Read more WHITE MEN WITH WEAPONS Two matinee performances of Greig Coetzee’s multi-award winning play. (article published 2000-12-7) - Read more CATCH KHALULU! Zany offbeat show offers fun holiday entertainment, particularly for young audiences! (article published 2000-12-4) - Read more BROTHERS GRIMM Enchanting programme of children’s tales in Botanic Gardens. (article published 2000-12-3) - Read more BREASTS Greig Coetzee’s new play is about men. (article published 2000-12-3) - Read more EAGER ARTISTS Jerry Pooe’s Eager Artists set for busy 2001. (article published 2000-12-1) - Read more EVITA & UYS New work-in-progress from Pieter-Dirk Uys. (article published 2000-12-1) - Read more KING KONG Aldo Brincat revisits classic Hollywood tale. (article published 2000-12-1) - Read more COMRADES ARMS Farce with a distinctly South African flavour. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-11-27) - Read more LONDON’S THEATRE LIFE Journalist Patrick Leeman offers his recent experiences in London. (article published 2000-11-23) - Read more PART-TIME CO-ORDINATOR NEEDED Closing date November 24 for applicants for Pietermaritzburg-bast Y2Kids Youth Theatre Company’s part-time co-ordinator. (article published 2000-11-21) - Read more DOGTROEP WORKSHOP International Theatre Company to host workshop in Durban. (article published 2000-11-21) - Read more NEW PLAYHOUSE MD Professor Caesar Maxwell J Ndlovu is the new Managing Director of The Playhouse Company. (article published 2000-11-12) - Read more THE HOUSE HUSBAND Aldo Brincat’s successful show has a further run at UND’s Square Space Theatre. (article published 2000-11-10) - Read more GREIG’S BREASTS Incisive and highly observant sketches from Greig Coetzee. (article published 2000-11-10) - Read more COMRADES ARMS Anthony Akerman changes gear and writes for laughs. (article published 2000-11-10) - Read more AUDIENCE ETIQUETTE Growing concern over behaviour by youngsters in theatres. (article published 2000-11-8) - Read more KADS CHRISTMAS SHOW Sketches and carols by candlelight from KADS. (article published 2000-11-8) - Read more BUFFO One of the world’s best-known clowns visits Durban. (article published 2000-10-27) - Read more BROTHERS GRIMM Enchanting programme of children’s tales in Botanic Gardens. (article published 2000-10-22) - Read more SANATA National amateur theatre association officially inaugurated. (article published 2000-10-22) - Read more PAWE AND TMSA CONTRACT Theatre managements and performing arts workers’ union drawn up new theatre contract. (article published 2000-10-21) - Read more ELECTRA Student cast maintains drama and tension in this tale of murder, hatred and revenge. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-10-21) - Read more SOPHIATOWN Good performances extracted from students (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-10-18) - Read more WOMEN OF MUD Two-hander has enormous dramatic potential. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-10-16) - Read more SPELLFOUND Show with original music presented by Crawford La Lucia. (article published 2000-10-12) - Read more CANCELLATION OF SHOW The Hole taken off Slice of Madness programme. (article published 2000-10-12) - Read more A LIGHT IN THE NIGHT OF PRESIDENT KHAYA AFRIKHA Serious resource conservation message put across with fun and nonsense in successful touring production. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-10-10) - Read more A LIGHT IN THE NIGHT Entertaining production from Nicholas Ellenbogen for Open Air Theatre. (article published 2000-10-9) - Read more THEN …. & MUTATIS MUTANDIS Double bill of David Campton’s absurd humour at Kwasuka. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-10-9) - Read more CREATIVE KIDS CLUB Pieter Scholtz’s Astounding Antics of Anthony Ant for Playhouse Company children’s programme. (article published 2000-10-5) - Read more THE FINAL CUT Celebration at Kwasuka sees the return of popular John van de Ruit play. (article published 2000-10-2) - Read more THE HOUSE HUSBAND Aldo Brincat builds his new play on current ex-pats. (article published 2000-10-2) - Read more THE HOLE New drama set in South African prison forms part of Kwasuka celebration. (article published 2000-10-2) - Read more THE GLADIATOR Game show host revolts against corporate control. (article published 2000-10-2) - Read more BOXERS AND BIKINIS Funky contemporary play from Mad Cow Productions. (article published 2000-10-1) - Read more WOMEN OF MUD Play for adult audiences highlights core issues in the lives of two mature women. (article published 2000-10-1) - Read more CAMPTON DOUBLE BILL Two absurdist one-act classics form part of A Slice of Madness. (article published 2000-10-1) - Read more SLICE OF MADNESS Month-long programme of "theatre with an edge" at Kwasuka. (article published 2000-09-25) - Read more AUDITIONS Needed – four highly energetic and extremely versatile performers for Playhouse festive season show. (article published 2000-09-22) - Read more WOMEN OF MUD Original two-hander highlighting core issues in lives of two mature women. (article published 2000-09-21) - Read more GLASS ROOTS Review of the Hilton Arts Festival’s Syfret Flagship Production (Review by Margaret von Klemperer, courtesy of The Natal Witness) (article published 2000-09-21) - Read more FOR FACTS SAKE Head for Cape Town, save lives and have a laugh with Pieter-Dirk Uys. (article published 2000-09-20) - Read more GREIG WOWS EDINBURGH & HILTON Now firmly ensconced in the international arena, Durban actor and playwright, Greig Coetzee, whose name is synonymous with festival successes, returns with his latest show Breasts – a play about men to the Hilton Arts festival which opens today to run at Hilton College until Sunday (September 17). Due to the overwhelming demand, an extra performance of Breasts has been scheduled for at 20h00 on September 17. (article published 2000-09-15) - Read more THE LOVE OF THE NIGHTINGALE Director and first year students handle difficult Wertenbaker drama with aplomb. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-09-15) - Read more CLOSING DATE EXTENDED Late applications accepted for the Klein Karoo Main Festival. (article published 2000-09-11) - Read more MRS ANDRE TURNS 90 Well-known theatre personality clocks up nine decades! (article published 2000-09-10) - Read more CRASHING THE NIGHT Another potential award-winning uniquely South African comedy. (article published 2000-09-4) - Read more CONTEXTUALLY YOURS artSMart welcomes new contributor Ulysses Online with Contextually Yours. (article published 2000-09-2) - Read more GREIG WINS IN EDINBURGH Greig Coetzee’s White Men wins Fringe First. (article published 2000-08-31) - Read more CRASHING THE NIGHT Change of cast in Paul Slab’s Crashing the Night allows for better balance. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-08-31) - Read more TWELFTH NIGHT Director Ralph Lawson creates a fun and enjoyable production for Playhouse. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-08-24) - Read more THE LOVE OF THE NIGHTINGALE Timberlake Wetenbaker’s drama for Technikon’s Courtyard Theatre. (article published 2000-08-23) - Read more AFRIKAANS DRAMA SWEEPS THE BOARDS Ek, Anna van Wyk wins a total of 14 FNB Vita Awards. (article published 2000-08-22) - Read more NOMALIZO Crowd-pleaser Nomalizo returns to BAT Centre. (article published 2000-08-21) - Read more FWI DRAMA FESTIVAL Federation of Women’s Institutes’ Drama Festival for Westville. (article published 2000-08-21) - Read more PIETER-DIRK UYS’S AIDS SHOW Pieter-Dirk Uys takes free AIDS/HIV/Safe Sex show to Cape schools. (article published 2000-08-20) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR ROCK THE WORLD TONIGHT The Company of Theatre Arts to hold auditions for year-end festive season show. (article published 2000-08-19) - Read more TRIBUTE TO GEOFF MACE Popular Durban High School teacher dies at the age of 32. (article published 2000-08-18) - Read more GOBBLE Fun puppet show for all ages at Hilton Arts Festival and Durban Botanic Gardens. (article published 2000-08-18) - Read more HA HA COMEDY FESTIVAL Go to BAT for a laugh with the Dial-a-Bed/East Coast Radio Ha Ha Comedy Festival. (article published 2000-08-18) - Read more DEATH OF GEOFF MACE Respected DHS teacher dies peacefully in Durban. (article published 2000-08-15) - Read more TWELFTH NIGHT Romantic 1930’s style for Ralph Lawson’s Twelfth Night. (article published 2000-08-14) - Read more AN EVENING OF POETRY Work of four women showcased in Festival performance of poetry. (article published 2000-08-9) - Read more FESTIVAL DOUBLE BILLS One act plays by Shireen James, Sarahleigh Castelyn, Caroline Duck, Gail Snyman, Lydia vom Hagen, Sherona Panday and Congo Hadebe. (article published 2000-08-9) - Read more COS’ COSU Entertaining children’s theatre by award-winning actor Nathi Kunene. (article published 2000-08-9) - Read more AWARDS FOR RALPH Ralph Lawson wins best actor and best support actor in Cape FNB Vita awards. (article published 2000-08-6) - Read more HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSE PLAY Ramolao Makhene looks at issues of reconciliation, justice, truth and reparation. (article published 2000-08-6) - Read more KZN ACTORS UP FOR AWARDS Anthony Coleman and James Ngcobo nominated for Gauteng Vitas. (article published 2000-08-6) - Read more AGNES OF GOD Next up from KickstArt (producers of Popcorn). (article published 2000-08-6) - Read more COPENHAGEN Fine performances in compelling and thought-provoking drama. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-08-5) - Read more A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS Stark but engaging production of Robert Bolt’s tale of 16th century politics. (Review by Billy Suter, courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 2000-08-5) - Read more HAMLET Steven Stead puts in a fine, vigorous performance in energetic high-tech Hamlet. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-08-2) - Read more JOAN LITTLE Death of much-respected speech and phonetics expert. (article published 2000-08-1) - Read more THE LAST MILE Poignant and amusing look at a trio of aged misfits. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-07-31) - Read more MORE OF CAVEMAN Three extra performances of Defending the Caveman scheduled for September! (article published 2000-07-30) - Read more BLACK COMEDY Bat Centre to host Black Comedy Festival. (article published 2000-07-28) - Read more NOMALIZO Crowd-pleasing story of love between a warrior and a beautiful lady. (article published 2000-07-28) - Read more DURBAN VITA WINNERS Winners of FNB Vita Regional Theatre Awards 1999/2000 Durban announced. (article published 2000-07-24) - Read more CHEAPER COPENHAGEN Low price preview on July 25 of world class drama. (article published 2000-07-23) - Read more MAN FOR ALL SEASONS Schools booking fast for setwork play. (article published 2000-07-23) - Read more TWELFTH NIGHT CAST Cast announced for Playhouse Company’s Twelfth Night directed by Ralph Lawson. (article published 2000-07-23) - Read more VEGETABLE POETRY Kwasuka presents Lorna Crozier’s The Sex Life Of Vegetables. (article published 2000-07-20) - Read more VENTURAS HAMLET Themi Venturas directs the well-known Shakespeare tragedy. (article published 2000-07-19) - Read more THE LAST MILE Jullian Seleke-Mokoto's laugh-a-minute comedy set to fill BAT Hall with laughter. (article published 2000-07-19) - Read more CRASHING THE NIGHT Slabolepszy's new hit comedy for Durban. (article published 2000-07-19) - Read more CAVEMAN’S BACK Playhouse Opera set to rock with laughter once again with Tim Plewman’s hilarious show. (article published 2000-07-19) - Read more COPENHAGEN FOR KZN: Durban production of Michael Frayn’s award-winning script (article published 2000-07-19) - Read more THE GREEN HAT Environmental awareness plays from Madcaps. (article published 2000-07-19) - Read more HAMLETI Article on Kosovan theatre company’s production of Shakespeare’s Hamlet in Albanian. (Article by Caroline Smart appeared in The Daily News on July 7,2000) (article published 2000-07-17) - Read more TALKING HEADS Greig Coetzee and Vera Clare become “talking heads” in Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2000-07-14) - Read more MCGIBBON’S PLAYS Volume of post-apartheid plays a world first for South African drama. (article published 2000-07-10) - Read more THE HOUSE HUSBAND Actor Aldo Brincat looks at how ex-South Africans are coping in a foreign country. (article published 2000-07-9) - Read more COMRADES ARMS Farce by Anthony Akerman not up to his previous productions. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-07-9) - Read more FOR FACT’S SAKE Pieter-Dirk Uys’s new show a one-man fight against AIDS. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-07-9) - Read more FNB VITA NOMINEES Nominees for FNB Vita Durban regional theatre awards for 1999/2000. (article published 2000-07-9) - Read more AIDS PUPPETS Arepp Educational Trust to represent South Africa in innovative approach to AIDS pandemic. (article published 2000-07-8) - Read more FOUL PLAY John van de Ruit's new play premieres in Grahamstown. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-07-5) - Read more BREASTS Greig Coetzee's latest play for Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2000-07-4) - Read more SECRETS & LIES Loerie award-winning play for International Aids Conference cultural programme. (article published 2000-07-3) - Read more UNDERDOG TO GRAHAMSTOWN Durban theatre company takes two productions to Grahamstown. (article published 2000-06-29) - Read more BREASTS Greig Coetzee’s new play is once again about men (article published 2000-06-29) - Read more UNDERDOG TO GRAHAMSTOWN Durban theatre company takes two productions to Grahamstown. (article published 2000-06-29) - Read more BREASTS Greig Coetzee’s new play is once again about men (article published 2000-06-29) - Read more MADCAP DUO WORLDWIDE Ellis and Bheki join the World Wide Web! (article published 2000-06-28) - Read more HANDSPRING FOR GRAHAMSTOWN Recently hailed in Europe, the Handspring Theatre Company heads for Grahamstown. (article published 2000-06-18) - Read more DRAMA AT GRAHAMSTOWN Drama productions on the main frame of the 2000 Standard Bank National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. (article published 2000-06-9) - Read more DRAMA AT GRAHAMSTOWN Drama productions on the main frame of the Standard Bank National Arts Festival. (article published 2000-06-9) - Read more APOLOGIES We have been “off the air” for most of this week and we apologise. (article published 2000-06-9) - Read more DO NOT GO GENTLE Celebration of the life and works of Dylan Thomas. (article published 2000-06-3) - Read more POPULAR POPCORN Last two weeks of Popcorn. (article published 2000-06-3) - Read more DORA TO GRAHAMSTOWN Young cast from Crawford Durban Preparatory School takes children’s play to Grahamstown. (article published 2000-06-2) - Read more CRACKLE Fun show for the whole family in Durban Botanical Gardens. (article published 2000-06-2) - Read more CRASHING THE NIGHT Paul Slabolepszy's new hit comedy for Durban. (article published 2000-05-29) - Read more WINNERS OF SHAKESPEARE QUIZ Team from St Catherine’s High School in Empangeni wins 3 return air tickets to London. (article published 2000-05-28) - Read more KZN PUPPETRY FOR GRAHAMSTOWN Adi Paxton and Pamela Tancsik head for the Standard Bank National Arts Festival. (article published 2000-05-28) - Read more AMFEST DEADLINE EXTENDED Closing dates for the Solo and Variety Sections extended to May 25. (article published 2000-05-21) - Read more COPENHAGEN London West End sell-out show for KZN. (article published 2000-05-21) - Read more COLLECTION OF PLAYS Hilton Theatre to host Standard Bank Inter-Schools Drama Festival. (article published 2000-05-21) - Read more NCAYF DRAMA The National Creative Arts Youth Festival offers a wide range of activities. (article published 2000-05-20) - Read more HOW DID I BEGIN? Des and Dawn Lindberg looking for a cast of talented children. (article published 2000-05-20) - Read more ME AND MY GIRL AUDITIONS The Spoornet State Theatre’s search for a cast for Me And My Girl is on! (article published 2000-05-20) - Read more RETURN OF THE CAVEMAN Record-breaking comedy returns to Durban in July. (article published 2000-05-20) - Read more AWARD FOR JOHN Playwright John van de Ruit wins award for War Cry. (article published 2000-05-20) - Read more CALICO CAT Play by Brian Duckitt forms part of SAWC seminar. (article published 2000-05-20) - Read more STAGE HANDS Odd Pair of Jeans Production hosts theatre workshop for primary schoolchildren on the Bluff. (article published 2000-05-19) - Read more POPCORN Violent black comedy marks triumphant launch of new theatre company. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-05-18) - Read more DIANE WILSON SHINES Conversations with Virginia Woolf for Hilton College Theatre. (article published 2000-05-15) - Read more FRENCH PLAY Dramatic comedy, Piège Interieur (Internal trap), to be performed at Alliance Française. (article published 2000-05-13) - Read more MAKING A SPLASH Aldo Brincat performs street theatre production in Washington DC. (article published 2000-05-7) - Read more ARTSCAPE INVITATION Invitation to tender for Shakespeare production at Maynardville. (article published 2000-05-7) - Read more COMMEDIA Technikon-Natal drama for Grahamstown festival. (article published 2000-05-5) - Read more THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Wilde’s outrageous and hilarious dialogue still pulls in the laughs a century later. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-04-17) - Read more DEADLINE REMINDER Applications close soon for this year’s South African Women’s Arts Festival. (article published 2000-04-14) - Read more FOR BETTER – FOR WORSE Chekhov works for UND drama and performance studies students. (article published 2000-04-14) - Read more WILDE CLASSIC Technikon drama students present The Importance of Being Earnest. (article published 2000-04-11) - Read more MILLENNIUM FUNK Drama pupils from high schools present contemporary dance. (article published 2000-04-11) - Read more HAMLET No-nonsense, business like and fast-moving Shakespeare set to percussion. (article published 2000-04-5) - Read more TALES FROM BROTHERS GRIMM Two actors and a whole boxload of characters delight children of all ages. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-04-2) - Read more THE DURBAN PASSION PLAY 2000 Whether religious experience or theatrical presentation, this is a moving production. (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-04-2) - Read more EVITA’S BACK PLUS AWARD Pieter-Dirk Uys and Evita Bezuidenhout back from San Diego. (article published 2000-03-22) - Read more THE HAPPY PRINCE Staged adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s story for children of sacrifice and friendship. (article published 2000-03-22) - Read more CAT COMES TO PMB Creative Arts Team of New York University comes to Pietermaritzburg. (article published 2000-03-19) - Read more DURBAN PASSION PLAY 2000 Powerful story of the betrayal, trial, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. (article published 2000-03-19) - Read more LISA AND AARON ROBBED Popular husband and wife team suffers major loss in burglary. (article published 2000-03-17) - Read more ISLAMIC HAMLET Plans to take production of Hamlet with Islamic actors to Grahamstown. (article published 2000-03-15) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN Last month the play Defending the Caveman celebrated its 500th “Sold Out” South African performance on February 22. This celebration had already passed in London where the production played to its 500th audience on February 18. The one-man show which also has a Tony for the “Longest Running Broadway Comedy” won the "Best Entertainment of the Year" at the prestigious Olivier Awards. (article published 2000-03-7) - Read more GENERATIONS AUDITIONS Popular television programme looking for new talent. (article published 2000-03-5) - Read more KICKSTART New theatre company to offer internationally acclaimed playscripts. (article published 2000-03-5) - Read more DURBAN PASSION PLAY 2000 Powerful story of the betrayal, crucifixion and resurrection of Christ. (article published 2000-03-5) - Read more FESTIVAL DRAMA Interesting programmes for National Creative Arts Youth Festival. (article published 2000-03-5) - Read more DEATH OF JOCK LEYDEN Internationally acclaimed cartoonist dies at his home in Durban. (article published 2000-03-2) - Read more AT THE EDGE FOR INDIA Ronnie Govender’s award-winning play to be performed in India. (article published 2000-03-2) - Read more ENEMY Technikon Natal’s tense three-hander set on South Africa’s border (Review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-03-1) - Read more DON’T THINK SO! The Educational Trust has produced a show aimed at senior primary students aged between 11 and 14. Directed by Garth Anderson, the show is titled Don’t Think So! and is available for school bookings. Phone Annette on 9011) 485-4771 (article published 2000-02-29) - Read more CHASING TALES Re-run of popular children’s show. (article published 2000-02-29) - Read more WILDE PLAY FOR TECHNIKON The Importance of Being Earnest for Technikon Natal drama students. (article published 2000-02-28) - Read more ENEMY Two young men from different backgrounds evaluate their lives. (article published 2000-02-23) - Read more WAR CRY Compelling production by young playwright impresses second time around (review by Caroline Smart) (article published 2000-02-21) - Read more KWASUKA’S HAMLET Pieter Scholtz to direct Hamlet for both schools and public performances. (article published 2000-02-17) - Read more SHAKESPEARE SOCIETY NEWS Kay Green-Thompson deals with Hamlet and wear medieval dress for the Bard’s birthday. (article published 2000-02-17) - Read more OLD PROGRAMMES Tim Dunne offers theatre memorabilia. (article published 2000-02-15) - Read more AMFEST 2000 Deadline for one-act play festival is February 29. (article published 2000-02-15) - Read more VOICE CLASSES Open voice classes at the University of Natal. (article published 2000-02-14) - Read more THE TRIAL OF HAMLET Theatre-in-education group takes restructured Shakespeare classic on tour. (article published 2000-02-4) - Read more WAR CRY Drama by young actor John van de Ruit to play the Playhouse. (article published 2000-01-12) - Read more CHILDREN’S PLAY EXTENDED The Minerva Children has been so successful that it is to be extended. (article published 2000-01-6) - Read more MAGICAL MILLENNIUM FABLES Fun mixture of Aesop, Africa and Canada to entertain children. (article published 2000-01-4) - Read more ONE ACT PLAY FESTIVAL Amfest 2000 hosts one-act plays and solo theatre performances. (article published 2000-01-2) - Read more HAPPY NEW YEAR! Best wishes for the new year, decade, century, millennium, whatever! (article published 2000-01-1) - Read more HAMLET KwaSuka Theatre’s production of setwork Shakespeare. (article published 1999-12-29) - Read more BEAUTY ANDTHE BEAST Enchanting retelling of the popular fairytale (Review by Billy Suter, courtesy of The Mercury) (article published 1999-12-19) - Read more HANSEL AND GRETEL Classic tale in new marionette theatre. (article published 1999-12-17) - Read more IN MEMORIAM Drama teacher Gillian Botha dies. (article published 1999-12-14) - Read more JECKYLL AND BRIGHT Fund-raising straight and drag mime show for Tafta. (article published 1999-12-14) - Read more THE WELL BEING Sensational new theatre piece by Andrew Buckland for Kloof and Hilton. (article published 1999-12-14) - Read more ENTERTAINERS HONOUR VETERAN Friends and colleagues perform for Cecil Northcote’s 80th birthday celebration. (article published 1999-12-10) - Read more COCONUT BUSTERS Comedy about education and joint family systems. (article published 1999-12-1) - Read more PASSION PLAY FOR EASTER Durban is the only city in the world with rights to the play of Oberammergau. (article published 1999-11-24) - Read more MATA-MATA New musical written especially for children at The Playhouse. (article published 1999-11-24) - Read more ROGERS AND MILLER Alf Rogers and Mel Miller appear at Durban North comedy spot. (article published 1999-11-22) - Read more FOLLIES 2000 TO PMB Jo'Burg Follies 2000 moves to The Hexagon. (article published 1999-11-22) - Read more DEPARTMENT’S SWANSONG? UDW Drama well-represented when Kriben Pillay’s Looking for Muruga tours India. (article published 1999-11-21) - Read more TOP ACTORS HEAD OUT Ellis Pearson and Bheki Mkhwane to tour the United States, Belgium & KZN! (article published 1999-11-20) - Read more BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Creative Madness returns with children's classic over the festive season. (article published 1999-11-20) - Read more ACADEMIC AWARDS Technikon Natal’s department of drama studies annual awards. (article published 1999-11-19) - Read more JO’BURG FOLLIES 2000 - REVIEW A successful formula that’s survived the test of time (review by Caroline Smart) (article published 1999-11-15) - Read more CLOSING DATE FOR DRAMA COURSE Anyone wishing to sign up for Technikon Natal’s drama course, take note. (article published 1999-11-15) - Read more LES PIETONS Comic show in city centre. (article published 1999-11-11) - Read more A TIME TO DIE FOR HILTON Thought-provoking show about Breaker Morant has one performance at Hilton College. (article published 1999-10-28) - Read more BARBED ARROWS PROVIDE LAUGHTER Kevin Feather and Malcolm Terry return to Durban with Joburg Follies 2000. (article published 1999-10-22) - Read more BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Creative Madness revives popular children’s classical tale. (article published 1999-10-22) - Read more OUT OF BOUNDS FOR SPRINGFIELD Rajesh Gopie’s critically acclaimed play has a run at Springfield. (article published 1999-10-19) - Read more NEWS FROM TINA Actress Christina Swain keeping very busy in UK. (article published 1999-10-18) - Read more RAKA N P Van Wyk Louw’s poem in a dramatic context. (article published 1999-10-16) - Read more TIME TO DIE Drama forms part of Anglo Boer War commemorations (article published 1999-10-12) - Read more CAVEMAN COMES BACK Booking is now open for Defending the Caveman. (article published 1999-10-12) - Read more A TIME TO DIE - REVIEW Thought-provoking new look at the story of Harry “Breaker” Morant. (Caroline Smart) (article published 1999-10-8) - Read more HOMETALK New play by Veronica Baxter premieres at the Hexagon. (article published 1999-10-4) - Read more FNB VITA DANCE UMBRELLA 2000 Choreographers invited to submit entries for annual festival of contemporary dance. (article published 1999-10-4) - Read more CLASSIC DRAMA EXTENDED Themi Venturas’s Antony and Cleopatra makes return visit to Sneddon. (article published 1999-10-2) - Read more SOBONAKHONA TO USA Local theatre company invited to take show to America. (article published 1999-10-1) - Read more ADI TO HERMANUS Durban clown invited to appear at the Hermanus Whale Festival. (article published 1999-09-29) - Read more A TIME TO DIE Dramatic new and thought-provoking play by Brian O’Shaughnessy. (article published 1999-09-22) - Read more WAR CRY - REVUE Astounding play from young playwright forms part of the 50th anniversary of the University of Natal’s drama and performance studies department. (article published 1999-09-22) - Read more THE MINERVA CHILDREN Start planning the children’s Christmas entertainment programme! (article published 1999-09-19) - Read more DAHL-INGS Junior section of PACE presents delightful new play. (article published 1999-09-19) - Read more WAR CRY Play set in an exclusive boys’ boarding school tells a story of lies and deceit, trust and betrayal. (article published 1999-09-16) - Read more ANTONY & CLEOPATRA - REVIEW Themi Venturas production a winner. (article published 1999-09-15) - Read more CAVEMAN TO RETURN Pieter Toerien’s smash hit to return to Durban. (article published 1999-09-15) - Read more POETRY AT JAVA @ JAVA Next meeting of Durban Live Poets Society. (article published 1999-09-14) - Read more MICHAEL GREEN Michael Green to contribute wine notes to artSMart. (article published 1999-09-11) - Read more OUT OF BOUNDS Out of Bounds is one-man’s story of the working class Indian community in Durban. (article published 1999-09-10) - Read more THE SOUND OF MUESLI Last minute addition to the Hilton Arts Festival programme is a wacky send-up of The Sound of Music. (article published 1999-09-10) - Read more SOUND OF MUESLI University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg, presents comedy at KwaSuka. (article published 1999-09-5) - Read more DEATH OF ANNE BUTT Leading figure on Durban’s drama scene of the 1960’s and 1970’s dies. (article published 1999-09-5) - Read more AUDITIONS FOR MATA-MATA If you’re between the ages of 10 and 40 and can act and sing, this is for you! (article published 1999-09-4) - Read more ANTHONY & CLEOPATRA Matric set work comes to life. (article published 1999-08-23) - Read more A TIME TO DIE New play for Anglo Boer War centenary. (article published 1999-08-23) - Read more SHAKESPEARE SOCIETY MEETING Results on research on Edward III. (article published 1999-08-20) - Read more SHAKESPEARE SOCIETY MEETING Results on research on Edward III. (article published 1999-08-20) - Read more EK ANNA VAN WYK - REVIEW Astounding performance by Antoinette Kellerman in Afrikaans play. (article published 1999-08-20) - Read more DRAMA IN LUSAKA Drama plays a strong role at The Icasa Conference. (article published 1999-08-19) - Read more OUT OF BOUNDS COMES HOME! One-man award-winning play to run at the Playhouse. (article published 1999-08-18) - Read more EGOLI – CITY OF GOLD Fine performance by student actors. (article published 1999-08-14) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN Tim Plewman in tour-de-force comedy performance. (article published 1999-08-13) - Read more SOSS Education through entertainment at Kwasuka. (article published 1999-08-12) - Read more CITY OF GOLD Matsemela Manaka’s Egoli: City of Gold to run at the Asoka Theatre. (article published 1999-08-8) - Read more MALCOLM WOOLFSON DIES Malcolm Woolfson, playwright, author and former theatre director dies in Durban. (article published 1999-08-5) - Read more ELIZABETHAN MOVEMENT COURSE Learn to move in the same way as the Elizabethans did in Shakespeare’s time. (article published 1999-08-1) - Read more INEBRIATE WITH AIR New play by local playwright Shireen James. (article published 1999-08-1) - Read more DRAMA ACADEMY New branch of Australian drama academy opens in La Lucia. (article published 1999-07-31) - Read more AT THE EDGE Ronnie Govender’s At The Edge for the Playhouse. (article published 1999-07-22) - Read more SAVE THE SYSTEM An exciting new play for children at KwaSuka Theatre. (article published 1999-07-20) - Read more EGOLI – CITY OF GOLD UDW honours Matsemela Manaka with production of Egoli (article published 1999-07-20) - Read more DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN Pieter Toerien presents Tim Plewman in the most successful comedy of the decade. (article published 1999-07-17) - Read more GRAHAMSTOWN - DRAMA Amy’s View - a good strong drama of major thought-provoking dimension. (article published 1999-07-16) - Read more MEMORIES Memories fresh from Grahamstown for KZN. (article published 1999-07-14) - Read more SCHOOL BRINGS MUSICAL TO KZN A premier Gauteng school brings a full-scale musical to KZN. (article published 1999-06-27) - Read more CHICAGO FOR DURBAN Premier Gauteng school brings musical to Playhouse. (article published 1999-06-23) - Read more INTERCOURSES Intercourses heads for Grahamstown. (article published 1999-06-22) - Read more A WILDERNESS OF MONKEYS Going behind the scenes with Shakespeare’s Shylock. (article published 1999-06-16) - Read more PEOPLE ARE LIVING THERE Shireen James’s production of People Are Living There for the NTGF. (article published 1999-06-7) - Read more KWAMASHU PLAY TO UK A KwaMashu-based theatre project tours the United Kingdom. (article published 1999-06-6) - Read more ELIZABETHAN MOVEMENT COURSE Shakespeare Society offers an Elizabethan movement course. (article published 1999-06-3) - Read more MADALA Play about migrant workers. (article published 1999-06-1) - Read more PEOPLE OF HEAVEN Ambitious Technikon-Natal drama production deals with heaven and earth. (article published 1999-05-31) - Read more THREE KWASUKA SHOWS The Kwasuka Theatre is gearing up for Grahamstown. (article published 1999-05-13) - Read more DOUBLE-BILL Ronnie Govender’s double bill Beyond Calvary and Back to the Faith are back. (article published 1999-05-11) - Read more JO’BURG FOLLIES 2000 It had to happen - Jo’burg Follies couldn’t miss out on the millennium (article published 1999-05-10) - Read more DEKAFFIRNATED Only Pieter-Dirk Uys could get away with such a title (article published 1999-04-25) - Read more GOING DOWN GORGEOUS Nkosi S’kilele Moi! (article published 1999-04-25) - Read more WHITE MEN EXTENDED If you thought you’d missed it, you’ve got another chance. (article published 1999-04-25) - Read more MORE PERFORMANCES BY DEMAND Rory Rootenberg and Greig Coetzee are both currently performing in Durban in The Playhouse complex with their respective one man shows: Cadenza and White Men With Weapons. (article published 1999-04-16) - Read more REVIEW : WHITE MEN WITH WEAPONS What else is there to say after having seen White Men with Weapons four times over the past four years? Very little except that it is still one of the finest, in-depth, hard-hitting but humorous one-man shows I have ever seen. (article published 1999-04-15) - Read more FALLING OFF A LOG The Pinetown Repertory Players will present Falling Off a Log directed by Anne Petersen featuring Derek Griffin, Pauline Staff, Samantha Gray, Claire Hoogevhorst and Scott Meintjes. (article published 1999-04-15) - Read more THE LITTLE MERMAID The Creative Madness theatre company aims to captivate the imagination and hearts of its young audiences through its imaginative puppets, mask, mime and live action production of The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen. (article published 1999-04-15) - Read more HAROLD'S BACK Kwasuka Theatre's production directed by Jacky Vermaas of Athol Fugard's Master Harold and the Boys has played to overwhelming success and critical acclaim since it opened last month. (article published 1999-04-15) - Read more 50 YEARS YOUNG The University of Natal Durban's drama and performance studies department (formerly speech and drama department), turns 50 this year. (article published 1999-04-15) - Read more LIFE'S A PITCH Running at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre until April 11, with a possible extension of a further week, Life's a Pitch is another hilarious gem from South Africa's top comedy writer, Paul Slabolepszy. (article published 1999-04-15) - Read more BARD'S CELEBRATION The Shakespeare Society of South Africa KZN Durban Branch will celebrate what would amount to William Shakespeare's 435th birthday on April 24 and 25 at 18h00 at the Westville Theatre Club. (article published 1999-04-15) - Read more TOTAL ONSLAUGHT Actor/writer/director Greig Coetzee has performed his hugely successful White Men With Weapons - to date it's won 17 awards! - at various venues around South Africa for the past few years. This year, he decided to `go for broke' with his 1999 Total Onslaught Tour. (article published 1999-04-15) - Read more KABOOM (article published 1999-04-15) - Read more IN MEMORIAM Well-known stage, radio and screen actor Graham Armitage passed away in Johannesburg last month. (article published 1999-04-15) - Read more UYS PLAYS Well-known performer Pieter-Dirk Uys brings three shows to KZN with a season at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre from April 13 to May 9, broken by a run at the Hilton Theatre from April 19 to 21. 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