The Take the Stage Series at the V&A Waterfront Highlights the Best in New South African Music

The V&A Waterfront Take the Stage series highlights the heartbeat of South African music as emerging artists share their stories through song. The beloved Amphitheatre becomes their canvas, where raw talent meets opportunity in a series of free sunset performances that will move your soul.

8 March 2026: Deslynn Malotana

Visit the V&A Waterfront for a soulful live performance by Deslynn Malotana as part of the Take the Stage series.

Blending soul, jazz, Afrosoul and R&B, Deslynn Malotana delivers deeply personal music with universal resonance. A powerful live performer, she has graced stages including the Cape Town International Jazz Festival and Zeitz MOCAA Gucci Gala. With a rich musical lineage and a debut album released in 2025, Deslynn brings warmth, depth and storytelling to the V&A Amphitheatre stage.

When: 8 March 2026 | 6pm
Where: V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre

22 March 2026: Siya Kawana

Born and bred in Cape Town, Siya Kawana’s musical journey began in the church, where his passion for singing and performance first took root. Trained in African Music Performance, he is an award-winning vocalist and accomplished performer known for blending authentic African sounds with contemporary influences.

Having performed on stages across South Africa and worked as a backing vocalist for leading local artists, Siya now steps forward as a solo artist, bringing energy, versatility and depth to the stage.

When: 22 March 2026 | 6pm
Where: V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre