Cape Town's theatre scene: navigating love's twists and turns this week
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'Kismet'
This adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" reimagines the moving exploration of the tragedy of division, the triumph of love, and the unyielding force of destiny.
This play brings you a night of storytelling through Bollywood-inspired choreography and tracks as theatregoers dive into the love story of Rohan and Juhi.
Through expressive storytelling, Taare dancers and guests from other dance genres revitalise an epic tale.
Where: The Artscape Theatre
When: Runs from Thursday, July 17, until Sunday, July 20. Show times differ, depending on the day.
'Unruly'
This educational play explores the complexities and co-existence of human-animal relationships.
Directed by Neil Coppen, this captivating performance delves into the lives of urban baboons and humans in the fictional town of Skemer Baai.
However, tensions quickly rise after a baboon matriarch disappears.
Where: The Baxter Studio.
When: Runs from Thursday, July 17, until August 2. All shows start at 8pm.
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'Adaptation of Gogols Diary of a Madman'
This play brings you a captivating story about Thabo Kani, a secretary in South Africa's parliament, who aspires to be the next leader of South Africa.
The South African government's destruction and the system's brokenness intensify Thabo's frustration. As he becomes the state's primary enemy, his sanity deteriorates.
Where: The Masambe Theatre at the Baxter Theatre Centre
When: Runs until Saturday, July 19. All shows start at 7.30pm.
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