Drama

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  Isango Ensemble: La Boheme - Abanxaxhi

  11 May 2012 - 1 Jun 2012

  Opening in Cape Town at the end of February 2012, this re-imagining of Puccini's classic is set in the townships of present-day South Africa. Featuring a magnificent score played by an orchestra of marimbas (which won huge acclaim when used in The Magic Flute) and steel pans together with the world-class voices and extraordinary acting talent of the Ensemble. Pauline Malafane (Queen of the Night in The Magic Flute) will sing Mimi.

  Main House

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  Isango Ensemble: Aesop's Fables

  13 May 2012 - 2 Jun 2012

  A vibrant and moving new musical for all the family from 8 to 80, based on a brilliant script by Peter Terson. The recent history of South Africa provides a context for the story when, as a slave, Aesop realises that liberty comes with responsibility as he learns some real truths from animals he encounters on his journey to Mount Olympus. Inventive and beautiful choreography add to the atmosphere of this powerful moral tale.

  Main House

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  The Monkey King & Other Tales

  10 Aug 2012 - 12 Aug 2012

  A triple bill following the magical, mysterious and mischievous characters from ancient Chinese Myth and Folklore including Farewell my Concubine and The Romance of Rainbow Bridge.

  Main House

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