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Following a sold-out premiere last year, Orpheus McAdoo returns to the Artscape Theatre from Tuesday 21 October to Sunday 2 November. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Written and directed by David Kramer, this vibrant musical tells the true story of Orpheus McAdoo and his Virginia Jubilee Singers\u2014African-American performers who captivated South African audiences in the 1890s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the heart of the production is Cape Town Opera soloist Conroy Scott, whose commanding performance as McAdoo brings both vocal power and emotional depth. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cape Town Opera\u2019s Conroy Scott stars as Orpheus McAdoo. PHOTO: Mark Wessels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

He is joined by Brittany Smith as Mattie Allen, along with a dynamic ensemble that combines opera talent with seasoned stage actors, creating a richly layered theatrical experience.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local history<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Blending American spirituals, ragtime, folk, and South African influences, the musical offers a soulful journey through a little-known chapter of local history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kramer’s script mixes historical accuracy with creative storytelling, highlighting the complexities faced by McAdoo and his troupe as black performers navigating fame, identity, and race in colonial South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The show moves effortlessly between sweeping choral numbers and intimate personal moments, anchored by spirituals once born of hardship and now sung in celebration. Audiences can expect a stirring combination of music, history, and heartfelt storytelling.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kramer, known for musicals such as District Six \u2013 The Musical<\/em>, Kat and the Kings<\/em>, and Danger in the Dark<\/em>, shines a spotlight on a forgotten legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discounts are available for pensioners, students and groups of five or more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wednesday 1 October is the last day for a 50% (Heritage) discount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tickets range from R200 to R550 and are available at Webtickets <\/a>or at the Artscape Box Office on 021 421 7695.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cape Town Opera’s Brittany Smith (centre) as Mattie Allen, alongside the Cape Town Opera vocal ensemble as the Jubilee Singers. PHOTO: Mark Wessels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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