Cape Town theatre: Healing, hope and high-energy fun collide

"Die een wat bly" (The one who stays)

In this stage production, memory and mourning intertwine as an artist retraces the footprints of his childhood after his mother’s death. Each movement and spoken line becomes a thread, weaving together past and present, loss and love, identity and family.

The performance brings to life the quiet intensity of the bond between a mother and her son. This dynamic is sometimes tender, sometimes fraught, but it is always transformative.

As he navigates grief, he discovers not just the shadows of his upbringing, but also the spaces where healing and understanding can grow. 

Where: The Baxter Theatre.

When: Runs until Friday, October 31, at 3.30pm and 7.30pm.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

This show is a vibrant, fun-filled musical which tells a timeless story of hope, resilience, and following your destiny. The play also celebrates family, the power of dreams, and never giving up. It is perfect for all ages, and it’s a joyful, uplifting theatre experience.

Where: Theatre on Bay. 

When: From Wednesday, October 29, to Friday, October 31 at 8pm.

Bugsy Malone

Grade 6 and Grade 7 learners from Bishops and St Cyprian’s team up for this playful and high-energy show. 

The musical is about ambition, loyalty, and friendship. It is wrapped in a playful, comedic gangster story. It’s about young characters navigating rivalry, teamwork, and love while chasing their dreams.

Where: The Memorial Theatre at Bishops College.

When: From Wednesday, October 29, to Sunday, November 2, at 7pm.