The musical theatre production, Sin and Salvation: The Story of Johnny Cash, captures the life of Johnny Cash, highlighting his dynamic journey and impact in American music. Set to captivate fans at The Drama Factory on Saturday 22 February at 19:30 and Sunday 23 February at 16:00, the show delves into Cash’s life, from his upbringing in a God-fearing, cotton-farming family during the Great Depression to his rise as an emblematic figure in music. Despite his success, Cash faced personal struggles with addiction and the law, often channelling these experiences into performances that resonated with marginalised communities, particularly through his prison concerts. Supported by his wife, June Carter, Cash battled personal demons while leaving a legacy of empathy and redemption. Directed by Nigel Vermaas and featuring singer Jamie Jupiter, alongside musicians Jonny Blundell, Sarah McArthur and Daniel Franks, the production blends well-known and lesser-known hits, earning praise for its creativity and authenticity. Tickets are R220 each.
Ilne Fourie is terug met haar splinternuwe eenvrouvertoning, Verkleurvroutjie. Hierdie unieke vertoning laat die gehoor kies watter genre hulle wil ervaar, wisselende van komedie, drama, opera, skouspel, radiodrama, tot poësie. Met vier verskillende kleure, elk simboliseer ’n aparte genre, bring Fourie ’n reënboog van vermaak. Sy is bekend vir haar suksesvolle werk in Laerskool Noord en Wyfie, en wys haar veelsydige talente deur moeiteloos tussen verskillende karakters te spring met die gehoor se keuses. Of jy nou ’n aanhanger van klassieke musiek soos Pavarotti is, of eerder wil uitspan met Afrikaans is Groot, hierdie vertoning bied iets vir almal. Fourie, wat haarself as ’n aktrise en skrywer gevestig het, bring ’n onvergeetlike kykervaring, gelaai met lag en trane, en ’n paar verrassings onderweg. Kaartjies vir die vertoning wat om 19:30 Donderdag 20 Februarie by The Drama Factory te sien is, kos R200.
Play Things: A Showcase of New Work at The Drama Factory is an exciting monthly event where South Africa’s top talents take creative risks on stage. This experimental showcase allows artists to test new work in front of a live audience, featuring a variety of genres from comedy to magic, and monologues to music. This month’s theme, “Anything Goes,” promises a diverse lineup including performances by actor Jessie Diepeveen, comedian Nate Levinrad, and musical comedy star Celine Tshika. Regular performer Jethro Dylan Thomas returns alongside award-winning clowns Christie Van Niekerk and Ane Koegelenberg. Also featured are magic maestro Thomas Wege and Faizaan Bray presenting his grandfather’s newly discovered poetry. The event is hosted by comedian and clown Sophie Joans and curated by Sophie & Cailyb Prinsloo, with production by Spark in the Dark. Witness the emergence of tomorrow’s stars in this unique creative showcase which will be staged on Saturday 1 February at 18:00. Tickets at R150/R110 are available.
