Performance Archives - Whats on in Cape Town

Hillcrest Quarry

A huge space offering an amphitheatre experience for outdoor festivals, and a smaller...

Cottage Club

The Cottage Club is spearheaded by Cape Town singer-songwriter and 'musical activist' Bill Knight....

Grand Arena at GrandWest

The Grand Arena is a high-profile venue capable of presenting productions with sophisticated...

Alliance Française du Cap

Loop St, City Centre | A centre for all things French in Cape Town, hosting touring bands and local...

Rootspring House

The Rootspring House team curates intimate house concerts and field recordings. Based in a grand...

Kalk Bay Theatre

Kalk Bay Theatre offers spirited productions of music, comedy and cabaret to its beloved community.

Maynardville Open-Air Theatre

Wynberg | An outdoor space for theatre, comedy, dance and orchestral performances during the summer...

Masque Theatre

Highly regarded in Muizenberg, the Masque Theatre is Cape Town’s leading community theatre.

Youngblood Africa

Bree St, City Centre | A platform for performance and visual artists of all genres.

The Folk Café

Live entertainment, delicious meals, and great coffee

Galloway Theatre

A safe space for creatives to excel

The Drama Factory

Somerset West | Shows from comedy to drama, magicians to dancers.

The Barnyard Theatre

A staple in the South African cultural and entertainment scene.

The Homecoming Centre

East City | A multi-purpose space for arts, performance, learning & community.

House of Machines

Shortmarket St, City Centre | Coffee, beer, cocktails, and music, with a touch of ‘Moto Hero’.

Rocking the Daisies

2 - 5 October 2025 | South Africa’s biggest music and lifestyle festival.

The Alma Cafe

Rosebank | Live music performances in a family-run setting.

Olympia Café and Deli

Olympia Café and Deli is a bakery, restaurant and cafe with a stage

The Armchair

Live entertainment, karaoke, quiz, comedy, bar and restaurant.

Stardust

Home of the singing waiter.

Gold Restaurant

Green Point | An immersive African dining experience.

Koffi Terapi

A relaxing and welcoming environment with a cup of special roasted coffee for therapy.

Fat Harry’s

Kenilworth | An upmarket gastropub situated in the heart of the suburb.

The Selective

Gardens | A live performance and events venue.

The Baxter Theatre Centre

Rondebosch | State of the art entertainment centre

Theatre on the Bay

Camps Bay | A beautiful theatre nestled in a stunning coastal setting.

Guga s’Thebe Theatre

Langa | A cultural beacon, located in the heart of the township.

Theatre Arts

Observatory | A thriving theatre centre that supports the local theatre community by providing...

The Wave Theatre

CBD | Hidden theatre venue on bustling Long Street

Starways Arts Centre

Starways Arts Centre is a pottery studio, art gallery, and community theatre space which also...

Q-club @The AGOG Gallery

A rooftop bar and at a gallery

The Commune

A radical bookstore, coffee shop, and library.

Chicago’s Piano Bar

An adult party playground with a 1920s Gatsby theme.

Mix Cocktail Bar

Mixology meets fine dining

The Playground

The new way weekends can be spent in Joburg.

The Marabi Club

Live jazz performances are accompanied by superb food and drink.

Hey Neighbour Festival

30 and 31 Aug 2025 | Pretoria's biggest international festival brings Doja Cat, Central Cee and...

Railways Cafe

If you’re a person with an eye for eccentric oddities and bohemian rapture then Railways Cafe is...

Rockets Bryanston (Afrocoustics)

Thursday nights of live performances

Bailey’s Live

A live music performance venue with great seating

Rumours Lounge

A vibrant and popular entertainment venue

Radium Beer Hall

A historic bar offering live music performances

The Bassline

A venue that caters for live performances and events

Katzy’s Live Rosebank

A luxurious dining experience and live music

Kitcheners Carvery Bar

A historic vibrant music venue

Six Cocktail Bar

Live performances and cocktails

Theatre of Marcellus

Kempton Park | A beacon of creativity and entertainment

JPO Winter Season: Concert 2

12 Jun 2025 | A live performance led by conductor Koji Kawamoto and piano soloist Andrey Gugnin.

JPO Winter Season: Concert 3

19 Jun 2025 | A live performance led by conductor Conrad van Alphen and violin soloist Andrey...

JPO Winter Season: Concert 4

26 Jun 2025 | A live performance led by conductor Daniel Boico and soloists Khanyisile Mthetwa and...

Adam Small Theatre Complex

Stellenbosch | The cultural centre of the University of Stellenbosch

Heat Festival

6 to 16 Aug 2025 | A winter arts festival featuring art, jazz, opera, theatre and dance.

Stellenbosch Chamber Music Festival

3 to 13 Jul 2025 | Ten evenings of coveted concerts from local and international talents.

The Goo Goo Dolls

25 & 26 Mar 2025 | The Goo Goo Dolls perform live at Kirstenbosch Gardens.

Marc Eugene Lottering

13 and 14 June 2025 | The comedy veteran presents a brand-new show at Nassau Theatre.

Nik Rabinowitz: Pension Killer

27 - 31 May 2025 | The stand-up comic presents his latest comedy special.

Kunye

28 Jun 2025 | An event that connects major artists with their fans.

James Bay on Tour

21 Mar 2026 | The internationally acclaimed English singer-songwriter performs in South Africa.

James Bay on Tour

19 Mar 2026 | The internationally acclaimed English singer-songwriter performs in South Africa.

Mzansi Ballet’s Carmen

11 to 29 Jun 2025 | The passionate world of 'Carmen' comes to life through dance.

Mzansi Ballet’s Carmen

11 to 29 Jun 2025 | The passionate world of 'Carmen' comes to life through dance.

World Without End

7 Jun 2025 | A house music event curated by Jullian Gomes.

Michael Flatley’s Lord of The Dance

22 to 24 Aug 2025 | An unforgettable close-up experience of dazzling footwork and thrilling...

Michael Flatley’s Lord of The Dance

15 to 17 Aug 2025 | An unforgettable close-up experience of dazzling footwork and thrilling...

Afrobiza Music Festival

29 Jun 2025 | An experience the transports guests to the shores of Ibiza without leaving...

Shakatak Live at GrandWest

28 June | Join for an unforgettable evening of timeless classics and smooth melodies.

Sin & Salvation: The Johnny Cash Story

15 June 2025 | The highs, lows, struggles, and triumphs of the legendary country music icon.

Chicago – The Musical

3 Oct to 9 Nov 2025 | The killer hit musical returns to razzle dazzle South African stages.

Chicago – The Musical

27 Aug to 28 Sept 2025 | The killer hit musical returns to razzle dazzle South African stages.

University of Michigan Orchestra

23 - 24 May 2025 | The university's iconic orchestra tours South Africa with star soloists.

Joseph & Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

9 May - 13 July 2025 | A fresh take on a musical classic

Travis Scott Circus Maximus Tour

11 Oct 2025 | The international rapper returns to South African shores.

Kenny G

2 October 2025 | An acclaimed saxophone player comes to Cape Town

Suidoosterfees

30 April - 4 May 2025 |

A Doll’s House, Part 2

14 May to 7 Jun 2025 | The Tony Award-winning play comes to the Theatre on the Square.

Vergelegen Crossover Music Concert

12 June 2025 | An unforgettable evening of fine music

Songs & Stories with Majozi

2 August 2025 | A celebration of a decade of Majozi's work

Jive Cape Town Funny Festival

2 to 29 June 2025 | Cape Town's top variety comedy festival

Gauteng Soul And Jazz Concert

21 Jun 2025 | A concert experience featuring South Africa's top Afro-soul and jazz stars.

Paul Slabolepszy’s Bitter Winter

21 May - 14 June 2025 | A new play by legendary playwright Paul Slabolepszy

CPT Philharmonic: Verdi by Silver

26 June 2025 | The final of three performances by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra

Spoegwolf Kuierfees

22 Jun 2025 | The beloved South African rock band perform live in Centurion.

CPT Philharmonic: Mozart by Sanderling

19 June 2025 | The second of three performances by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra

CPT Philharmonic: Brahms by Sanderling

12 June 2025 | The first of three performances by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra

Songs of Praise w/Richard Cock

28 Jun 2025 | A classical music concert led by renowned conductor Richard Cock.

WinterFest

26 July 2025 | A legendary celebration of South African metal culture

Cape Town Opera: The Barber of Seville

5 - 17 August 2025 | A fully staged version of Rossini’s classic opera.

Jack and the Beanstalk

3 - 27 July 2025 | A school holiday pantomime for the whole family

Take Four Piano Quartet

15 Jun 2025 | Four of South Africa's most celebrated musicians unite in concert.

Silver Mountain Music

13 - 16 June 2025 | A weekend celebration of fun, entertainment and culture

Riaad Moosa presents: What’s the Point?

13 to 15 Jun 2025 | Dr. Riaad Moosa returns with a brand-new comedy show.

JQC presents: Landscapes

28 Jun 2025 | The Johannesburg Queer Chorus in concert.

That Winter Fest

28 Jun 2025 | A winter bash featuring some of the coolest local band acts.

Opera Scenes

29 Jun 2025 | A captivating event showcasing selected scenes from various operas.

Philharmonia: Mozart and Haydn Masses

21 June 2025 | A performance of two masses by the Cape Town Philharmonia

Shakatak at Poppy’s Cresta

29 Jun 2025 | The internationally renowned UK jazz band perform.

Sunset Music: Lloyiso & Filah Lah Lah

14 Jun 2025 | The two local stars on the rise take the stage at this musical experience in nature.

Joburg Theatre presents: Sarafina!

30 May to 15 Jun 2025 | A fresh new staging of Mbongeni Ngema's critically acclaimed play.

Kaleidoscope Festival

22 - 24 August 2025 | A three-day musical and culinary experience

Moffie

2 - 27 September 2025 | A one-man production of an iconic South African story

Drakensberg Boys Choir

18 to 21 Jun 2025 | The annual four-day Drakensberg Boys Choir Music in the City returns.

Brenda Mtambo: A Revival

27 June 2025 | The vibrant return of a celebrated songstress.

Mpho Popps Birthday Show

28 June 2025 | An annual comedy special highlight.

Mayibuye iAfrika Concert

28 Jun 2025 | A powerful musical tribute to South Africa’s rich cultural heritage.

Goliath & Goliath: The Happiness Economy

18 Jun to 6 Jul 2025 | The brother comedy duo are bringing the funny to Montecasino.

Barry Hilton at Radium Beerhall

28 Jun 2025 | South Africa’s beloved comedian brings the funny to Radium Beerhall.

Rising Fest

14 Jun 2025 | A celebration of the Arts and Diversity for Youth Day.

Father’s Day with Georgetown

15 Jun 2025 | A special Father's Day performance by the Blue Billy Folk Pop band.

Calum Scott: The Avenoir Tour

14 January 2026 | The Cape Town leg of an internationally acclaimed tour

Artscape Youth Jazz Series

13 and 14 June 2025 | A celebration of young jazz musicians

Cape Town & Joburg Ballet: Swan Lake JHB

4 to 13 July 2025 | A collaboration between two iconic ballet houses.

Cape Town & Joburg Ballet: Swan Lake CPT

25 to 27 July 2025 | A collaboration between two iconic ballet houses.

Cape Town’s Most Wanted

19 June 2025 | The best of Cape Town Street Dance in one night

Blue Live

15 October 2025 | A Greatest Hits tour of a legendary boy band

Curl Up and Dye

11 to 21 June 2025 | An internationally renowned South African play

Comedy on Kloof

Every Tuesday | Cape Town’s Original Queer-Friendly Comedy Show

Andre the Hilarious Hypnotist

11 - 13 June 2025 | Three nights of hilarious hypnotism

Conrad Koch: Puppet Power

11 and 12 June 2025 | An iconic South African puppeteer and comedian

New World Dance Theatre: Messiah

25 June 2025 | A contemporary dance work exploring faith

Nik Rabinowitz: Geriatric Milennial

25, 27 and 29 June | An experimental work in progress comedy show

Jacqui Pells Ballet: Sands of Time

25 - 28 June 2025 | An enchanting hybrid of dance and music

Kismet

19 and 20 July 2025 | A Bollywood Dance adaptation of Romeo and Juliet

Lentedag

10 Sep 2025 | Pretoria’s biggest student festival bringing the best local music action.

Mind Over Magic

28 Jun 2025 | A mind-blowing experience with South Africa’s most celebrated mentalist.

Redhill Arts Festival

13 to 16 Jun 2025 | A weekend celebration of the arts, creativity, and community in honour of Youth...

Friends of Jazz

15 June 2025 | Everyone's jazz home on a Sunday.

Kultura Festival

20 - 27 June 2025 | A cultural festival in the Northern Suburbs

Awaken: ICON Worship Encounter

16 June 2025 | A Youth Day Christian celebration

Once Upon a Time in Joburg

21 Jun 2025 | The R&B platform brings international stars GoldLink, Sasha Keable and more to the...

Basha Uhuru Festival

25 to 28 Jun 2025 | An annual youth festival celebrating the arts.

Bluey’s Big Play

26 June - 6 July 2025 | A new theatrical adaptation of the hit kids TV show

Zip Zap Circus: Chasing Dreams

12 - 13 and 19 - 20 July 2025 | A circus performance featuring all ages.

Zoë Modiga’s Uyakhazimula Tour

25 Jul 2025 | The South African star celebrates her rich discography in her latest tour offering.

Step Brothers with Robby and Dillan

26 Jul 2025 | A two-man comedy show with Robby Collins and Dillan Oliphant.

Kwa Ngubo Winter Festival

6 Jul 2025 | A cosy, intimate event with live music and curated art.

Nutcracker by Mzansi Ballet Junior Co.

21, 27 and 28 Jun 2025 | A Christmas classic performed by the dancers of the Mzansi Ballet Junior...

Gbedu Nights

6 Jul 2025 | A special edition of the strictly afrobeats and African music party with something...

Linda Van Coppenhagen Live

6 Jul 2025 | South African-born international soprano returns to perform on the South African stage.

Joseph and the Amazing Dreamcoat

19 Jul to 28 Sep 2025 | A fast-paced musical telling the story of Joseph and the Amazing...