Janice Honeyman performs live in Bangalory’s Back at the Baxter

Zoleka Helesi, Janice Honeyman, Marty Kintu in Bangalory's Back. Photo: Andrew Brown

Zoleka Helesi, Janice Honeyman, Marty Kintu in Bangalory’s Back. Photo: Andrew Brown

Acclaimed director Janice Honeyman returns to the stage in her production of Bangalory’s Back this festive season at the Baxter Golden Arrow Studio, from December 9 to January 9 at 10 am and 12 noon, Tuesdays to Saturdays.

This charming and delightful show – ideally suited for children aged five to 12 – promises to be a highlight on the Cape Town theatre calendar this festive season. Continue reading

Award-winning play, Grounded, at the Baxter Theatre

Mikkie-dene le Roux in Grounded. Photo: Lex Philotheou

Mikkie-dene le Roux in Grounded. Photo: Lex Philotheou

The Mechanicals present George Brant’s award-winning one-hander Grounded, directed by Christopher Weare and starring Mikkie-dene le Roux, at the Baxter Golden Arrow Studio, until November 28 at 8.15 pm nightly with matinees on Saturdays at 5.30 pm. Continue reading

Final call for applications for the 2015 Baxter Dance Festival in October

Following the success of the 10th anniversary of the hugely popular annual Baxter Dance Festival last year, the organisers are now calling for entries for 2015 from dance studios, schools, companies, groups and independent dance-makers, as well as proposals from choreographers (including a DVD of recent work).

The closing date for applications to participate in this year’s event is Monday, July 6, at 5pm and choreographers are strongly encouraged to send in their submissions as early as possible. Continue reading