Cape Town theatre brings stories of resilience, desire and dreams to life

Bernelee Vollmer|Published

John Rwothomack is a Ugandan-born, London-trained writer, director and actor whose work has had a significant impact on both UK and international stages.

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Far Gone

"Far Gone" is a gripping exploration of loss, resilience and the human cost of war.

Through the lens of a young boy’s forced recruitment into the Lord’s Resistance Army in Northern Uganda, the production highlights themes of childhood innocence stolen, survival amid trauma and the enduring strength of the human spirit.

Combining humour, poetry and physical theatre, John Rwothomack’s one-man show confronts the brutality of conflict while highlighting hope, courage and the power of storytelling as a tool for healing.

Audiences will leave reflecting on injustice, resilience, and the universal need for empathy and understanding.

Where: Baxter Theatre.

When: Tuesday, November 11, to Saturday, November 15, at 8pm.

The Vulgarians

This unsophisticated sex comedy explores desire, curiosity, marital dynamics and honesty, revealing how intimacy, secrets and playful indulgence test relationships while highlighting humour and human vulnerability.

Where: Masambe Theatre.

When: Currently on until Saturday, November 22.

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: Currently on until Saturday, November 29.