Sian Atterbury to take centre stage in ‘Tell Me on a Sunday’
A TALE of complex relationships and the pursuit of dreams are set to come to life in the riveting stage production, Tell Me on A Sunday.
Presented by the Endellion Theatre Company, the one-woman, one-act production stars award-winning lyric soprano Sian Atterbury who takes on the lead role of Emma.
The Cape Town-born actress has captivated audiences with her performances in shows in South Africa and abroad.
Directed by Jonathan Walker-Kane and with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and the lyrics of Don Black, Tell Me on a Sunday follows Emma as she seeks love and success in New York City.
She shares her experiences through a series of letters to her mother.
The musical, which features a live five-piece band, has iconic songs such as Take That Look Off Your Face.
With its themes of love, ambition and self-discovery, the production offers a captivating exploration of human emotions and experiences.
Where: The Avalon Auditorium in District Six.
When: Tonight, Thursday and Friday at 8pm; Saturday at 6pm and 8pm; Sunday at 3pm and 6pm.
Cost: Tickets start from R180 and be purchased from Quicket.
Tina’s Turn
This lively production pays homage to the late singer, songwriter and actress Tina Turner.
Local artist Ramaine Barreiro-Lloyd, who has been channelling the multiple award-winning entertainer since she was just 12, is set to bring Turner to life during the show.
She has become renowned as South Africa’s very own Tina Turner with her powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence, reminiscent of the songstress.
Backed by a live band, BarreiroLloyd delivers an electrifying performance that offers a taste of what a live Tina Turner show would be like.
This musical extravaganza will have you dancing and singing along to Turner’s timeless hits such as The Best, Proud Mary and What’s Love Got to Do with It.
Where: The Kalk Bay Theatre. When: Saturday at 8.30pm and Sunday at 6.30pm.
Cost: Tickets are R275 from Quicket.
Su’walla Kassam
Set in the vibrant Bo-Kaap, this production is a South African spin on the Shakespeare classic, Romeo and Juliet.
Su’walla Kassam, an Afrikaans phrase often used to express disbelief or surprise, stars a host of local talents.
They include Abigail Cuyler, Abigail Jones, Angelo Bergh, Keagon Cochrane, Mikyall Harris, Matthew Dragner, Sharfa du Plessis and Shaneeq Meniers.
The show breathes new life into Shakespeare’s timeless tale as it centres on two families who are divided by faith and collide in a whirlwind of laughter and tears.
This production is a roller-coaster of family drama, love and deception.
It seeks to find answers about whether family bonds are stronger than the pull of young love and if this unconventional love story will see the Bo-Kaap streets bearing witness to a tragedy of truly Shakespearean proportions.
Su’walla Kassam, which is also a celebration of culture, community and the enduring power of Shakespeare’s words, has already won three accolades at Stellenbosch University’s Première Theatre festival.
So, if you’re ready for a night of laughter, tears and unforgettable performances, don’t miss this ultimately heart-wrenching show.
Where: The Artscape Theatre’s Zip Zap Dome.
When: Saturday at 9am. Cost: Tickets cost R120 and can be purchased from Webticket.
Amadeus
This Tony award-winning play offers suspense, comedy, music and intriguing characters, making for a a memorable theatrical experience.
It was first staged in 1979 and has been performed many time at venues across the world, including at Johannesburg’s Alhambra Theatre back in 1981.
The production, which was also adapted into a movie which won a whopping eight Oscar Awards in 1985, is set in the court of Austrian Emperor Joseph II.
The story centres on Antonio Salieri, an established, ambitious composer, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a musical genius.
Salieri, who is driven by jealousy over Mozart’s unparalleled talent, gives himself to God in a bid to realise his sole ambition of becoming a great melodist.
Alan Committie, who takes on the lead role in the production, recently told the Sunday Tribune: “I am thrilled to be playing Salieri in one of the great play texts from the 20th century!
“Inflamed in parts by passion, rage, jealousy and righteousness, he is a joy to interpret and perform,” he added.
Where: Theatre on The Bay in Camps Bay.
When: On now until April 30, at 7.30pm.
Cost: Tickets cost between R180 and R300 and can be purchased through Webtickets.