Cape Ballet Africa (CBA), in association with Global Star Events, brings the world’s most beloved classical ballet, Swan Lake, to the Teatro at Montecasino from Friday, 7 August to Sunday, 23 August. Ballet lovers can enjoy savings of up to 40% on selected performances and ticket categories for a limited time.
Tickets are on sale at webtickets.co.za.
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MAMMA MIA! is a story about meaningful friendships between powerful women – over two generations! Donna Sheridan and her Dynamos – Tanya and Rosie – have their long, shared histories, while Sophie Sheridan has besties Ali and Lisa to support her through the excitement and stress of getting married (and figuring out who her father is!). This Women’s Day (09 August), the sensational leading ladies of Showtime Management’s new production of the hit musical, which runs from Thursday, 03 September to Sunday, 11 October 2026 at Artscape in Cape Town and then from Friday, 16 October to end of November 2026 at the Teatro at Montecasino in Johannesburg are rehearsing to bring these compelling characters and all their inspirational energy to vibrant life. Take out your best disco outfit, grab your besties and head out for the most fun in a few hours.
South Africa’s biggest night in comedy took over Gold Reef City, The Lyric Theatre, on Saturday, 2nd May, as the country’s finest comedic talent gathered for the 13th Annual Savanna Comics’ Choice Comedy Awards.
This year’s show embraced the theme A Family Affair. Celebrating comedy for what it truly is: a wonderfully chaotic, brilliantly dysfunctional family where everyone has a role to play, and no one holds back on the punchlines.
If you are looking for a night of pure, unadulterated nostalgia wrapped in high-energy theatre, then “Pretty Woman: The Musical” at Montecasino’s Teatro is a mandatory stop. It isn’t just a stage adaptation; it is a vibrant, rhythmic tribute to a story that defined a generation of romantic comedies.
A Cinematic Experience on Stage:
One of the most impressive feats of this production is its ability to honor the source material while carving out its own identity. It hits every major story beat with precision, the iconic red dress, the high-stakes polo match, and that famous jewelry box snap, ensuring fans of the film feel right at home. The transition from screen to stage is seamless, using clever set changes that transport you instantly from the gritty streets of Hollywood Boulevard to the gilded luxury of the Beverly Wilshire.
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South Africa, get ready to fall in love! Step back into the late ’80s as one of Hollywood’s most cherished love stories, Pretty Woman: The Musical comes to life for the first time in South Africa in 2026, making its debut at Artscape, Cape Town on 18 March followed by a season at Montecasino’s Teatro from 24 April. Tickets on sale at showtime.co.za or ticketmaster.co.za.
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Mzansi Life & Style by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem 