Titanic laughs, diva secrets and boarding school rebels: 3 must-see Joburg plays this March

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Join Alan Committie in Johannesburg for his latest solo comedy show 'AV-A-LAUGH-TA', alongside a poignant opera piece featuring Fiona Ramsay and a thought-provoking ...

Ramadaan in the city: your essential guide to Joburg’s best iftar experiences

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Explore the vibrant traditions of Ramadaan with our guide to the best iftar menus at Joburg's top restaurants, where community and culinary delights come together. ...

Ubuntu at the airport? Schalk Bezuidenhout reminds us why there’s no place like South Africa

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Comedian Schalk Bezuidenhout shares his amusing experiences of South African kindness compared to international norms, highlighting the unique cultural practices ...

Ian von Memerty dies at 61: tributes pour in for South African theatre and TV legend

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This article explores his life, career and the impact of his controversial views on ageing and self-deliverance.

Family adventure, silent film nostalgia and township drama: Joburg's must-see theatre shows

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Discover the enchanting world of theatre with three captivating productions: the modern adaptation of 'The Jungle Book', the homage to Charlie Chaplin in 'The Tramp' ...

From Motown classics to powerful protest: 3 theatre productions taking over Joburg

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Join Joburg Theatre in honouring Black History Month with 'Ode To Motown', a captivating musical that celebrates the legendary label's impact on music and culture. ...

From mental health to sex and politics: MoMo Matsunyane unleashes her most personal comedy yet

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Join MoMo Matsunyane at POPArt Theatre for her debut stand-up comedy show, 'I'm MoMo And I Have Issues', where she candidly explores love, mental health, and personal ...

From Nina Hastie’s razor-sharp comedy to iconic musicals — your Joburg theatre week sorted

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Explore the vibrant theatre scene in South Africa with critically-acclaimed musicals and discover the unique comedic perspective of Nina Hastie in her new show.

A ballet of love beyond death and a play of courage under fire: Joburg theatre highlights

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Joburg Ballet returns to the stage with 'Giselle', a timeless romantic ballet, just in time for Valentine's Day, while 'Nobody Told Me' offers a poignant exploration ...

Love classic rock? These two Joburg shows bring Queen and The Eagles back to life

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Get ready to rock with two sensational tribute shows at Joburg Theatre: 'Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic' and 'Hotel California - The Eagles Experience'. Experience the ...

Joburg theatre heats up in 2026 with 'CATS' and a powerful Amy Winehouse tribute

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Discover the thrilling theatre productions coming to Joburg this January, including the legendary musical 'CATS' and a heartfelt tribute to Amy Winehouse.

From hypnosis to heartfelt musicals: these holiday Joburg theatre shows are too good to miss

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From Andre the Hilarious Hypnotist's return to powerful musical productions exploring social issues, discover the best holiday entertainment options across South ...

The Greenhouse shines as Joburg’s trendy gem with a new chef and buzz-worthy lunch menu

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Join me as I explore The Greenhouse in Sandton, where a delightful new lunch menu awaits. From refreshing cocktails to mouth-watering dishes, discover why this trendy ...

Holiday magic hits the stage: ‘Joseph’ returns, ‘The Nutcracker’ extends and ‘The Jingle Belles’ sparkle

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Experience the joy of live theatre this festive season with a line-up of beloved productions at Montecasino, including 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat', ...

Watch VideoMackenzie Davis peels back the layers of her character in the disturbing psychological horror, ‘Speak No Evil’

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The film, which is a remake of the 2022 Danish feature and written and directed by James Watkins, is centred on an American family who are guests of a British family ...

Theatregoers spoilt for choice with diverse offerings from drama to magic and a musical

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The theatre landscape is populated by incredible offerings that tap into different aspects of performing arts.

‘Koek’ and ‘Som van twee’ cleaned up at the 2024 kykNET Silwerskerm Awards for Film and TV

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On Saturday night, the who’s who from the Afrikaans film-making industry were in attendance at the awards ceremony.

Watch Video‘My F*k, Marelize’ feature film and local version of ‘The Office’ announced at the 12th kykNET Silverskerm Festival

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This year’s event has been another one for the books. It wraps with a glitzy red carpet event at the Cape Town International Film Festival, where the film and TV ...

Party like it’s 1999 with Dale Ray at ‘The Ultimate Prince Experience’

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Dale Ray channels the icon, who is celebrated as one of the best-selling music artists of all time, selling 100 million records worldwide and also idolised for playing ...

Watch VideoChristina Devraj’s unfiltered honesty stirs up trouble in 'The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice'

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Aside from ‘The Real Housewives of Durban’, there is a dearth of reality television programs centred on the Indian community

Watch VideoDaniel Francis on playing Lady Danbury’s estranged brother in ‘Bridgerton’ season 3

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In a recent interview with Francis, he revealed how he came to be a part of Shonda Rhimes’s critically acclaimed period drama.

‘Losing Lerato’ 2 is a heartfelt exploration of love, loss and resilience

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The authentic storytelling and first-rate performances makes ‘Losing Lerato’ 2 a must-see.

Watch VideoSamuel L Jackson gets in on the feline action in ‘The Garfield Movie’

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The star-studded voice-over cast includes Snoop Dogg, Nicholas Hoult, Ving Rhames, Janelle James and Jeff Foxworthy.

Belinda Davids delivers mesmerising tribute with ‘The Greatest Love of All’

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The Gqeberha-born singer pipped 15 000 hopefuls to bowl over John Van Grinsven, Showtime Australia’s creator and producer of the show.

Watch Video‘The Oval’ star Ed Quinn is in South Africa having the adventure of his life

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Quinn is currently in the country for the Cine FX Kneeboard Surfing World Titles 2024 in Jeffreys Bay, which runs from August 17 to 24.