Inala Theatre

Inala Theatre Inala Theatre is a Cape Town based theatre company focused on the creation of original, quality theatrical experiences for the very young.

‘Patchwork’ is a one of a kind production created just for 1-4 year-olds to stimulate imagination, engage empathy and focus, and create a bonding experience for parents and children. The play unfolds around a bed: the place where the comfort of home meets the strange world of dreams, where sheets become oceans and pillows transform into creatures. Each child is actively engaged by the animation of

objects, shifting space and colour, live music by Pedro the Music Man, and the landscape of experience through which little travelers can walk, run or be carried. Who are we, you may ask? We are five children's theatre makers brought together by a shared commitment to the development of imaginative theatre for the very young. We are director and performer Joanna Evans, musician Pedro Espi-Sanchis ('Pedro the Music Man'), performer and puppeteer Asanda Rilityana, Handspring puppeteer Gabriel Marchand and designer Merryn Carver. We are produced by the ASSITEJ SA, an NPO for the promotion of high quality children’s theatre in South Africa. We have received seed funding from 'Small Size' - the European Network for the development of theatre for the very young (yes, they have a network for this kind of thing over there!), who are excited by the concept for our show. However this money is just not quite enough to develop a high quality production (including developmental workshops at crèches and preschools), put it on at the Baxter in Cape Town and then at the Small Size festival in Italy, as we have been invited to do. So we are currently crowd funding with Thundafund. See our campaign at: https://www.thundafund.com/ProjectDetails.aspx?projectId=203. Why are we doing this? To explore new territory in theatre and inspire a new generation of theatre-goers. To engage directly with this age group, developing unique and exciting material for the play through workshops with the children themselves. And most importantly to engage with South African children, many of whom do not have access to Early Childhood Development resources, and who deserve accessible theatre made just for them.

Inala Theatre is so excited to be back on the floor creating our new show Sinda Nam. Watch this space !
30/11/2020

Inala Theatre is so excited to be back on the floor creating our new show Sinda Nam. Watch this space !

Only 2 shows left of Titum-Titum happening at the Baxter Theatre at 12 pm . Join us for a humorous and honest reflection...
29/03/2019

Only 2 shows left of Titum-Titum happening at the Baxter Theatre at 12 pm . Join us for a humorous and honest reflection on preparing for new life and creating family in unexpected places. With live music by Pedro the music man! :)

Pillow Fort Theatre and Janni Younge will be doing an excerpt of Lumka on Afternoon Express in a few minutes :) Come wat...
25/03/2019

Pillow Fort Theatre and Janni Younge will be doing an excerpt of Lumka on Afternoon Express in a few minutes :) Come watch the full show at the Baxter Theatre this coming week!

We are excited to announce excellent new children’s theatre at the Baxter in the holidays! From the 26th -30th March, Ti...
17/03/2019

We are excited to announce excellent new children’s theatre at the Baxter in the holidays! From the 26th -30th March, Titum-Titum plays everyday at 12pm and Lumka at 2pm. R70 per ticket or R60 for 2! Book through webtickets. Have a snack at the restaurant during the break or bring a picnic!

The award-winning Pillow Fort Theatre and internationally acclaimed puppet artist Janni Younge present Lumka and Titum-Titum at the Baxter Theatre.

Lumka: Lumka is the story of a little girl who learns to tame her great fear and fly free with her courage. It’s Lumka’s first day of Creche. While she is out Mama cleans her room and throws Kiki (who is worn and smelly) into a donation bag. What Mama doesn’t realize, is that Kiki is Lumka’s ally in her nightly battles with the Ingonqongqo, the monster under her bed. When Igonqongqo comes out that night Lumka discovers new Lion is as scared as she is. It is up to her to save Kiki. She cannot touch the floor and yet she has to reach the top of the highest cupboard. What ensues is a journey filled with adventures, slightly sticky situations and a realization that her fears are not always what they first appear to be.

Titum-Titum: When Adara learns that she is expecting a child she escapes the city to be with her oldest friend, Nobomi. Beginning with the sound of a heartbeat, we follow the ups and downs of her pregnancy. From bizarre food cravings to baby’s first kick, this is a humorous and honest reflection on preparing for new life and creating family in unexpected places

Pillow Fort in Budapest January 2018. We have had such an incredible experience. Thank you to the Kolibri Theatre for in...
24/01/2018

Pillow Fort in Budapest January 2018. We have had such an incredible experience. Thank you to the Kolibri Theatre for inviting us and for the wonderful opportunity! Assitej South Africa

Pillow Fort Theatre will be performing and running workshops on theatre for babies over the next 3 weeks in Polokwane, M...
30/10/2017

Pillow Fort Theatre will be performing and running workshops on theatre for babies over the next 3 weeks in Polokwane, Mahikeng and Kimberly. Here are some pics of our first day on the tour. Thank you ASSITEJ South Africa for making this happen!

Lovely video feature on our play Just Here - much thanks to Emile Uys and the rest of the team at Design Indaba!
21/06/2017

Lovely video feature on our play Just Here
- much thanks to Emile Uys and the rest of the team at Design Indaba!

Children at such an early age can still decide to stop paying attention, which is the harshest criticism of all

The Cradle of Creativity Festival of Theatre for children and youth is coming to Cape Town this May (16-27)!!! We are ri...
13/04/2017

The Cradle of Creativity Festival of Theatre for children and youth is coming to Cape Town this May (16-27)!!! We are ridiculously thrilled, excited and over-joyed to be taking part alongside artists and companies from ALL OVER THE WORLD!
Cape Townian children have the opportunity to see world-class theatre in their own city and to be moved, entertained, enlightened and inspired :D
and YOU can help us get them to the theatre! Make a donation at https://www.thundafund.com/project/busakidtocradle and be part of something terrific!

ASSITEJ South Africa works to promote international awareness of South African theatre for children and young people, through networking, organising exchanges, touring…

We want to watch literally everything on this incredible programme!!!
08/04/2017

We want to watch literally everything on this incredible programme!!!

Festival 17 - 27 May

Exciting news for Cape Townian families! This city will be hosting the 19th ASSITEJ World Congress and Performing Arts F...
08/04/2017

Exciting news for Cape Townian families! This city will be hosting the 19th ASSITEJ World Congress and Performing Arts Festival for Children and Young People from the 17th to the 27th of May 2017!
There is something on offer for people of all ages, and the programme features artists from every corner of the globe!
Pillow Fort Productions will be in attendance with two of our plays; Patchwork and Just Here.
We hope to see you all there!

Cradle of Creativity The 19th ASSITEJ World Congress and Performing Arts Festival for Children and Young People

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