The special magic of the multi-award-winning musical Vincent – His Quest to Love and be Loved will be brought to the Drostdy Theatre in Stellenbosch for one night only next month.

Since its inception in 2022 the musical has travelled to Cape Town multiple times, with ongoing requests for its return.

In a move to “take the show to the people,” producers Wela Kapela Productions are bringing the show to the many communities of the Western Cape, beginning with the first Petit Cape Tour.

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Fresh perspective

Vincent, the three time Naledi award-winning musical, stars Daniel Anderson accompanied by Paul Ferreira on piano, and is written and directed by Amanda Bothma.

Anderson delves deep into the enigmatic life of artist Vincent van Gogh, exploring the complexities of his relentless pursuit of artistic fulfilment and genuine human connection.

Through reimagined renditions of popular musical theatre, pop, rock and jazz numbers, this unique multimedia musical cabaret offers a fresh perspective on Van Gogh’s unwavering desire for love and acceptance.

Anderson’s commanding performance takes the audience on an emotional journey through the turbulent existence of the iconic artist.

Immersing audiences

Since the show’s first performance, he has been nominated as a Fleur du Cap finalist and the show has won three Naledi Theatre Awards.

Vincent also bears a Bronze Standard Bank Ovation Award from the National Arts Festival and played to five-star reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2023. A Kanna Award win for Best Musical Production at the 2025 KKNK is the most recent award the musical has won.

From the very first note to the final chord Vincent immerses the audience in a world of passion and creativity, sparking a profound connection with Van Gogh’s timeless struggles and triumphs.

It tells of a complex man with a ruthless drive to create and a deep-seated desire to love and be loved.

Vincent has enjoyed sold-out seasons in all major centres in South Africa and most recently in London’s West End last August.

Vincent comes to life at the Drostdy on Friday 3 July at 19:00. Tickets, at R260, can be booked online through Webtickets.