the jury experience
18 Sept 2026
star theatre
You've been called for jury duty. Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury. Listen to testimonies, analyze evidence, and ultimately decide… guilty or not guilty?
Step Into an Immersive Courtroom Trial
As members of the jury, the power to deliver justice rests entirely in your hands. Debate the case, question the motives, and cast your votes throughout the show. Decide who walks free... and who pays the price.
IPASI TOUR- JABULILE MAJOLA
17 Sept 2026
star theatre
The IPASI Tour is coming to the Homecoming Centre in Cape Town. It is the next chapter in Jabulile Majola’s artistic journey, a live expression of the growth and evolution captured on his debut album, IPASI.
full tilt - zipzap circus
23-26 Sept 2026
star theatre
Presented by Zip Zap Circus School in collaboration with School of Rock.
FULL TILT is a thrilling fusion of contemporary circus and live music, where the energy of acrobatics, aerial arts, and a live band collide in one electrifying performance. Featuring talented young performers, the production is driven by rhythm, trust, precision, and risk, with every movement underscored by live sounds from School of Rock.
FULL TILT explores what becomes possible when individuals rely on one another, embrace risk, and perform at the edge of their abilities. The musicians are more than a soundtrack, they are an integral part of the performance, creating a live dialogue between sound and movement that transforms every moment on stage.
Fast-paced, visually striking, and emotionally engaging, FULL TILT celebrates the resilience, creativity, and courage of young artists. It is a performance that captures the excitement of live entertainment while showcasing the discipline, teamwork, and trust that lie at the heart of both circus and music, leaving audiences inspired by the extraordinary things that can be achieved when people move, create, and collaborate together.
junior magic champs
03 Oct 2026
star theatre
Join us for an afternoon of amazing magic!
Presented by the College of Magic the Mother City’s only magical arts organisation, and Canadian magical organisation, Magicana, the Junior Magic Championships will see 12 of the province’s top teen wizards go wand to wand in the dexterous art of Close-Up magic and stunning illusions of Stage Magic for the ultimate Junior Magician titles.
Stage Magic Championships at 6pm in the Star Theatre
:: COLLEGE OF MAGIC ::
The College of Magic, the only organisation of its kind in the world, has been teaching the theatrical performing art of magic and its allied arts as well as vital life-skills to children and adults since 1980. Our young students have been featured locally and internationally performing all over the world to appreciative audiences.
Find out more at www.collegeofmagic.com
:: MAGICANA ::
Magicana is a Canadian not-for-profit arts organization dedicated to the study, exploration and advancement of magic as a performing art. Magicana is governed by a volunteer board of directors. Julie Eng serves as Magicana's executive director and David Ben as its artistic director.
Find out more at www.magicana.com
first date: the mucical comedy
21 oct-1 nov 2026
avalon auditorium
What happens when a cautious, relationship-minded guy meets a fearless serial dater for a blind date?
The answer is First Date: The Musical!
This is a laugh-out-loud romantic comedy that follows Aaron and Casey through one unforgettable evening filled with awkward silences, unexpected chemistry, and the voices in their heads brought to life.
Set in a bustling New York City restaurant, the musical transforms a simple dinner into a hilarious, heartfelt experience where friends, family, exes, and inner critics burst into song and dance around the couple.
Packed with witty humor, a modern score, and plenty of relatable moments, it's a celebration of taking chances, embracing vulnerability, and discovering that sometimes the best things happen when you least expect them.
Whether you're happily single, hopelessly romantic, or have survived a few disastrous dates yourself, First Date promises an entertaining night out full of laughter, heart, and the excitement of new beginnings.
all things women of god
31 oct 2026
star theatre
All Things Women of God is a powerful gathering hosted by the Upper Room Global Prayer Movement, created to inspire, equip and uplift women of faith. WOG Sarah Amisi is joined by Xola Toto, Lugcobo Mcetywa, Precious Muswandigere, Babalwa Mcaciso and Lady Bishop Marie Mukele.
Join an anointed lineup of speakers and worship leaders for a day of prayer, worship, impartation and meaningful conversations centred on purpose, healing and spiritual growth.
Taking place at the Star Theatre, Homecoming Centre in Cape Town, this transformative experience is designed to strengthen your walk with God and connect you with a community of like-minded women.
Come expectant and leave empowere
COMEDIANS OF NATIONAL UNITY
27-28 NOV 2026
AVALON AUDITORIUM
Comedians of National Unity
After selling out their shows in Johannesburg and Cape Town, comedy powerhouses Anton Taylor and JamJam are bringing Comedians of National Unity back to the stage for two unforgettable nights at the Homecoming Centre in Cape Town on 27 and 28 November.
Expect a high-energy evening packed with sharp observations, hilarious storytelling, and the kind of comedy that brings people together through laughter. With their unique styles and undeniable chemistry, Anton Taylor and JamJam deliver a show that's fresh, relatable, and guaranteed to leave audiences in stitches.
Don't miss your chance to catch the comedy event everyone has been talking about. The sold-out shows proved the demand—now it's Cape Town's turn once again.
Venue: Homecoming Centre, Cape Town
Dates: 27 & 28 November
PLAYTOPIA
3 - 5 DEC 2026
ALL SPACES
Founded in 2018, Playtopia is Africa’s first annual destination Indie Games & Immersive Arts festival and conference. It is a gathering of South African and global creators and players, where we celebrate the African “scene”. A place for people to come together to share ideas, connect across continents and disciplines, and to exhibit work.
Playtopia is the festival component of the Playtopia Foundation, a not for profit company which aims to generate opportunities in game development in South Africa. It consists of the Maker’s Massive, the Jam Dole, Super Friendship Arcade and the Playtopia Festival.
celestial phindile
9 - 13 dec 2026
avalon Auditorium
Celestial Phindile is a unique, interdisciplinary performance comprising of film, physical performance and sound. It explores the journey of Phindile and her pivotal moments. Created by Nompumelelo M., this one-woman show which blends the visual power of film with the physical performance dance and the resonance of ritual soundscapes.
The production guides the audience through a series of symbolic rooms, weaving together cinematic storytelling and physical theatre. It is a profound exploration of healing, self-determination, and the enduring strength of the feminine spirit.