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Anna Ol and Jan Špunda of Dutch National Ballet

The Legacy of Dance Gala: Celebrating South African talent and heritage

Join South Africa’s leading dance companies and international ballet stars at The Legacy of Dance Gala, a celebration of dance heritage and contemporary talent at Artscape Opera…

The Rougettes on stage at a previous The Grand Exhibition event.

The Grand Exhibition: A burlesque fundraiser supporting survivors of sexual violence

Join us for the 11th Annual Grand Exhibition, a burlesque showcase that has raised nearly R300 000 for survivors of sexual violence. Taking place on June 27 at the Star Theatre,…

Kirstél Paterson as Calliope

Cape Town City Ballet presents Orpheus in the Underworld this winter

This winter, Cape Town City Ballet brings a comedic twist to the classic Greek myth with Orpheus in the Underworld, featuring stunning sets, live orchestral music, and a talented…

World Belly Dance Day will take place next month at the Wave Theatre.

Celebrate movement and community at Cape Town's World Belly Dance Day

Join us for Cape Town’s annual World Belly Dance Day on May 16, featuring a vibrant showcase of dance, music, and community spirit at The Wave Theatre. With performances from…

Akhona Mpoza in SboNdaba Dance's Bolero Revisited.

Experience Sbonakaliso Ndaba's Bolero: A dance journey at Artscape Theatre

Join acclaimed choreographer Sbonakaliso Ndaba as she presents her deeply personal interpretation of Bolero at Artscape Theatre, exploring themes of memory and resilience in…

From left are dancers Asemahle Dayimani, Lathitha Nomgca, and Davidine Diamond, who are part of the SboNdaba Dance Academy.

Join the SboNdaba Dance Academy: Audition for a Full-Time Apprenticeship Programme

Unlock your potential with the SboNdaba Dance Academy! Female dancers aged 18 and above are invited to audition for a transformative Full-Time Apprenticeship Programme led by…

Burlesque performer Jezzy Belle will feature in Momentum Nights at the Homecoming Centre this weekend

Celebrate rising stars at Momentum: A dance extravaganza

oin us on Sunday, February 8, at the District Six Homecoming Centre for an unforgettable celebration of dance talent at Momentum and Momentum Nights. Experience thrilling…

Cape Town City Ballet principals Kirstél Paterson and Leusson Muniz

Cape Town City Ballet to bring ‘Dracula’ to Artscape this autumn

Get ready for a spine-chilling experience as Cape Town City Ballet presents a breathtaking adaptation of ‘Dracula,’ choreographed by the acclaimed David Nixon. This atmospheric…

Performers, dancers, artists and champions of the Cape Town Carnival at the launch event in the city centre on Thursday, January 15

Countdown to the 16th Cape Town Carnival: A colouful celebration of community stories

et ready for the 16th edition of the Cape Town Carnival on March 21! Experience a vibrant celebration featuring 1,500 performers, colourful costumes, and inspiring stories from…

From left are Cameron Payne from the DeMoyencourt School of Ballet in Oranjezicht, Zara Yazbek Polito from the Juanita Yazbek Dance Academy in Sea Point, Kai Damon from Reddam House Academy of Dance in Tokai and Sinethemba Wisani-Jacqui Pells School of Ballet in Westlake are four of the ballet dancers who will be taking part as ‘Child Alice’ in Cape Town City Ballet’s upcoming Alice in Wonderland

Young talent stars in Alice in Wonderland

Discover the young talents of Cape Town City Ballet as they take the stage in 'Alice in Wonderland', opening December 12 at Artscape. With 90 children from local ballet schools…

Appearing as ‘Actress Alice’ in Cape Town City Ballet’s upcoming festive season production of Alice in Wonderland is the talented Amahle Cindy Nyeke, 18, who hails from Khayelitsha and attends The Rainbow Academy Theatre School in the CBD.

Khayelitsha talent stars in Alice in Wonderland

Amahle Cindy Nyeke, an 18-year-old talent from Khayelitsha, takes on the role of ‘Actress Alice’ in the Cape Town City Ballet’s enchanting festive production of Alice in…

The SboNdaba Dance academy at a previous outdoor concert at the Company Gardens.

SboNdaba Dance brings festive cheer to Wynberg and Century City

Don't miss the chance to experience the SboNdaba Dance Academy's vibrant outdoor performances in Wynberg on Sunday November 23 and Century City on Saturday November 29,…

LAMTA’s Isabella Abrahams

Dancers Love Dogs returns to Artscape

Alan Committie and over 300 dancers will host the annual Dancers Love Dogs fundraiser on October 22 at Artscape. This vibrant event, now in its 14th year, aims to raise funds for…

From left are dancers, Liam Frantz, Sasha Nkonyana, Damian Jacobs, Thalia Alberts, Shaun Oelf and Jenna Wilkinson in The Reservation.

Dance production brings restaurant life to stage

Prepare for an unforgettable evening at The Reservation, where dance and drama intertwine in a bustling restaurant setting. Join us at Magnet Theatre this September for a…

The Waterfront Theatre School will present Flux at The Lane Theatre

In Flux: A dance journey of human transformation at The Lane Theatre

Join the Waterfront Theatre School for 'In Flux,' a captivating dance production that delves into human transformation through four innovative choreographic pieces, at The Lane…

The 15th edition of World Belly Dance Day will take place on Saturday at the Wave Theatre.

World Belly Dance Day at Wave Theatre

All proceeds will support Rape Crisis.

Cecil Jacobs, 84, nurtures tomorrow’s ballet stars

Cape Town ballet teacher Cecil Jacobs, 84, is still going strong, nurturing the next generation of ballet stars. Through his non-profit organisation, Cecil Jacobs Outreach…

Savannah Petrus of Parow will perform in Jazzart Dance Theatre’s inaugural Meraki Dance Festival from Thursday February 27 to Saturday March 1 at the Artscape theatre. The festival programme will present diverse dance styles, from contemporary to ballet, and will feature established and emerging choreographers. The festival will also include workshops and master classes. Among the companies taking part are Cape Ballet Africa, Figure of Eight Dance Theatre and dancers from Baba Yaya who join Jazzart’s trainees on stage. Tickets for a single performance cost R150 a person and a festival pass costs R300 through Webtickets. Workshops cost R75 each and dancers will need to register by Monday February 17 by emailing dance@jazzart.co.za PICTURE: ANNENE VAN EEDEN

Meraki Dance Festival

Leusson Muniz as Albrecht and Kirstél Paterson as Giselle in a scene of Giselle. Picture: Kim Stevens

Cape Town City Ballet presents Giselle at Artscape

Cape Town City Ballet (CTCB) will present Giselle at the Artscape theatre from Saturday March 8 to Sunday March 16. The ballet forms part of the CTCB’s summer season programme…

Haitian-Canadian dance music producer Kaytranada headlines the Milk + Cookies Festival this weekend. Picture: Supplied

International dance music producer Kaytranada in the city for music fest

The inaugural Milk + Cookies Music Week South Africa, incorporating the Milk + Cookies Festivals takes place from today, Friday January 3 to Sunday January 12. The Cape Town leg…