Speelheater Holland Studio recreates the legendary story of Nonqawuse, the young girl who prophesied that the Xhosa would be rid of their enemies if they killed their cattle and burned their grain. A migratory stork is one of the narrators in this vibrant revisiting of the story to determine if she really was the cause of the disaster that ensued. Audiences will be fascinated to discover if a bird with homes in both hemisphere is able to offer insight.

The production features powerful performances from highly experienced and skilled performers and puppeteers: Macebo Mavuso, Thami Mbongo and Roshina Ratnam.

They are supported by an exciting ensemble of young and talented perfomers, including Sisipho Mbopa, Sabelo Khosa, Xolela Tsili, Nancy Masaba and Sheralynn Addriaansz

Dates: 14-18 July at 19h00 and Matinees on the 14th of July at 11h00 and 17 July at 15h00

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes (no interval)

Recommended Age: 10 Years +

TICKETS:

Adults: R80, Students, Scholars and Pensioners: R50

Group Bookings for 10 or more: R50

Supported by our Committee of Recommendation:

Desmond Tutu and Elinor Sisulu (South Africa)

Andre Kuipers (Nederland) and a few number of sponsors

“Veil has a powerful story line and is filled with insightful comment on South Africa’s attitude to African immigrants who flee their war torn countries to pursue a better life here. The main character, Ali is such a man. Losing his mother and brother at the hands of his ruthless rebel father, he has created a life for himself in South Africa by running a small tuck shop. He meets the beautiful young school girl Nosipho and it is not surprising that love should flourish between them."

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After their hugely popular production of "Old Actors Never Die" in Plett, the Bitou Amateur Theatrical Society(BATS) thought they could have a good rest before embarking on their 2015 production.

 BATS members are excited and apprehensive about their "Big Time" debut, but David is confident that Port Elizabeth Audiences will enjoy the "Old Actors" as much as Plett did. He has always said "We may be amateurs, but we are committed to a professional performance"

The Play will be performed at The Little Theatre, Port Elizabeth on Friday 27th &Saturday 28th at 7:30PM and Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th at 14:30.

Tickets R70 at Computicket.

You are invited to the one of the most celebrated tales of all time that will soon take to the Port Elizabeth stage in an exciting, magical, colourful adventure like never before.

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Theatre4Youth National Forum aims to create an active dialogue between artists, educators, government, funders and other supporting bodies in order to engage in how theatre and the arts can serve and support the education system

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THEMBIKILE Mtshali Jones is no stranger to the stage. Her award winning production, Woman in Waiting of international acclaim, graced the stage at the Athenaeum on July 7 as part of the Second Season of Solo Theatre, hosted in collaboration between the National Arts Festival, Mandela Bay Development Agency, the Athenaeum and Numb City Productions.

The Second Season of Solo Theatre presented performances by artists experienced in creating work that is intimate and powerful and with which South Africans can embrace and celebrate their right to individual expression.

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Justin Nurse is no longer a stranger to controversy, and the South African satirist has announced his new play, White Guilt, which Nurse jokingly proclaims will get him "in trouble."

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The Veil - Mgijima’s unveiled performances rivet audiences

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NUMB City Productions, operators of the Athenaeum Complex, have appointed a new, dynamic team to manage and transform the building into a creative hub servicing the emerging creative sector in Nelson Mandela Bay. 

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IN A first for Port Elizabeth, the Market Theatre will host a two-day search for talented theatre groups to perform at the annual Zwakala Theatre Festival later this year. 

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