The Playhouse Company

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The Playhouse Company is Ethekwini’s premier theatre organization, based at the Playhouse theatre complex in Anton Lembende Street (formerly Smith Street) in the heart of the coastal city of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal on the Eastern Seaboard of South Africa. As a Cultural Institution The Playhouse Company receives public funding from the South African National Government and the KwaZulu-Natal Provincia

l Government. The Playhouse Company is mandated to produce an equitable programme of live theatre productions in the fields of music, drama and dance, representative of the diverse cultural groups that comprise the population of KwaZulu-Natal, both in terms of audiences and artists based in the Province. In addition, the company holds the responsibility of devising and managing a dynamic education and development programme in the performing arts with respect to growing youth audiences as well as nurturing community based artists, groups and organizations that are in need of back-up from the company’s marketing expertise and technical resources. The Playhouse Company also has the responsibility of managing the Playhouse complex’s various performance and public venues that are for hire when not in use for the Company’s own productions, or those presented in association with The Playhouse Company. The Playhouse Company aims to produce live theatre in all its forms of an international standard commensurate with its stature as one of South Africa’s leading performing arts bodies.

CHAL NAACH – LET’S DANCEStarting tomorrow! Get ready for a vibrant celebration of dance, culture, and creativity as Chal...
27/08/2026

CHAL NAACH – LET’S DANCE

Starting tomorrow! Get ready for a vibrant celebration of dance, culture, and creativity as Chal Naach Let’s Dance takes over the Opera Theatre.

Featuring some of Durban’s finest Indian and African dance companies, expect captivating choreography, colourful performances, and an exciting fusion of cultures brought to life on one stage.

Performance Schedule:

📅 28 August 2026 | 19:00
📅 29 August 2026 | 14:00
📅 29 August 2026 | 18:00

📍 Opera Theatre, The Playhouse Company
🎟 Tickets: R180

Three performances. Two days. One spectacular celebration of dance.

Secure your tickets and experience Chal Naach Let’s Dance!

GREATER IS SHE! – AN ALL WOMEN CONCERTWe’re closing Women’s Month with a powerful celebration of women, music, and empow...
27/08/2026

GREATER IS SHE! – AN ALL WOMEN CONCERT

We’re closing Women’s Month with a powerful celebration of women, music, and empowerment!

Greater Is She! brings together an incredible all-women lineup featuring Pastor Lungi M, Xolly Mncwango, Sneziey, Siphumelele Mbambo, Babes Wodumo, Sebyoncé, Mashudula, Zamambo Mkhize, DJ Happy Gal and more.

Expect an evening of elegance, upliftment, inspiration, and unforgettable entertainment.

💜 Women only | FREE entry
🎟 Limited seats available – scan the QR code on the poster to secure your ticket.
Dress Code: Bright & Beautiful

Come celebrate the strength, talent, and spirit of women as we close Women’s Month in style.

🎻 THIS THURSDAY: Experience the magic of live symphonic music!Join the Orchestra for Concert 2: KZN Philharmonic Orches...
26/08/2026

🎻 THIS THURSDAY: Experience the magic of live symphonic music!

Join the Orchestra for Concert 2: KZN Philharmonic Orchestra's World Symphony Series Early Spring Season, conducted by and featuring violinist .

The programme takes audiences from the spirited rhythms of Kodály’s Dances of Galánta to the passion of Bruch’s much-loved Violin Concerto No. 1 and the sweeping grandeur of Sibelius’s Symphony No. 5.

📅 Thursday, 27 August 2026
🕖 19h00
📍 The Playhouse Company Opera Theatre

🎟️ Single tickets are available directly from the KZN Philharmonic or via . Park & Ride options are also available.

Book now and enjoy an unforgettable evening with your orchestra!

CANDLELIGHT CONCERTS AT THE PLAYHOUSE COMPANYExperience the magic of Candlelight Concerts as live music fills The Playho...
26/08/2026

CANDLELIGHT CONCERTS AT THE PLAYHOUSE COMPANY

Experience the magic of Candlelight Concerts as live music fills The Playhouse Company under the warm glow of thousands of candles.

On 3 October 2026, enjoy two enchanting performances beautifully reimagined for a live string quartet:

🎻 The Best of Bollywood on Strings
⏰ 18:00

🎻 Tribute to Adele
⏰ 20:00

From the vibrant melodies and romance of Bollywood to Adele’s powerful and soul-stirring hits, experience beloved music in an intimate and unforgettable setting.

📅 3 October 2026
📍 The Playhouse Company
⏱ Approximately 60 minutes per performance
Ages 8+

Experience your favourite music in an entirely new light.

CHAL NAACH – LET’S DANCEExperience a vibrant celebration of dance, culture, and creativity as Chal Naach – Let’s Dance t...
25/08/2026

CHAL NAACH – LET’S DANCE

Experience a vibrant celebration of dance, culture, and creativity as Chal Naach – Let’s Dance takes over the Opera Theatre.

Bringing together some of Durban’s finest Indian and African dance companies, the showcase features Rudra Dance Theatre, ParamAthman Dance Theatre, Kumari Shiksha Dance Institute, Vande Mataram Productions, Nehaal Productions, and Isiko La Manje.

From captivating choreography to colourful performances, experience an exciting fusion of cultures and incredible local talent all on one stage.

📅 28 - 29 August 2026
⏰ 19:00
📍 Opera Theatre, The Playhouse Company
🎟 Tickets: R180

Presented in association with the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture’s Mzansi Golden Economy and DotDot.

Secure your tickets and experience the energy and excitement of Chal Naach – Let’s Dance.

SHALL WE DANCE 2026Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of dance as Shall We Dance returns to the Opera Theatre!Th...
25/08/2026

SHALL WE DANCE 2026

Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of dance as Shall We Dance returns to the Opera Theatre!

This much-loved annual extravaganza showcases the incredible diversity of Durban’s dance scene, featuring Ballroom, Latin American, traditional and contemporary ballet, Irish dancing, Bollywood, tap, and elegant show dancing.

Presented by the South African Dance Teachers Association in association with The Playhouse Company, and produced and directed by Neville Letard and Caryl Cusens, expect dazzling costumes, captivating choreography, and spectacular performances for the whole family.

📅 11 – 13 September 2026
📍 Opera Theatre, The Playhouse Company
🎟 Tickets: R150 – R200

Secure your seats and experience the energy, elegance, and excitement of Shall We Dance 2026.

AFRI WOMEN SYNERGY MUSIC FESTIVALCelebrate the power, creativity, and diversity of African women in music at the Afri Wo...
24/08/2026

AFRI WOMEN SYNERGY MUSIC FESTIVAL

Celebrate the power, creativity, and diversity of African women in music at the Afri Women Synergy Music Festival.

Curated by Bukelwa Cakata, this inspiring festival brings together disabled and able-bodied women artists from across KwaZulu-Natal for a powerful collaborative performance celebrating talent, inclusion, and African unity.

More than a music festival, it is a platform for women to connect, showcase their artistry, and inspire through the transformative power of music.

📅 28 August 2026
⏰ 15:00
📍 Drama Theatre, The Playhouse Company
🎟 Tickets: R100

Join us this Friday for an uplifting afternoon celebrating African women, music, diversity, and inclusion.

HYMNS ACCORDING TO FISANI – HAPPENING TOMORROWPrepare your vintage attire and get ready for a powerful afternoon of wors...
21/08/2026

HYMNS ACCORDING TO FISANI – HAPPENING TOMORROW

Prepare your vintage attire and get ready for a powerful afternoon of worship as Hymns According To Fisani returns for its third annual live recording.

Experience the beauty of African hymns through heartfelt praise, uplifting performances, and an unforgettable celebration of faith, heritage, and music.

📅 Tomorrow | 22 August 2026
⏰ 14:00
📍 Opera Theatre, The Playhouse Company
🎟 Tickets: R350 – R500

Don’t miss this special live recording experience. Come dressed in your finest vintage attire and be part of an inspiring afternoon of worship.

20/08/2026

KZN PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA – SPRING SYMPHONY SEASON

The KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic Orchestra opens its 2026 Spring Symphony Season with an exceptional evening of classical music at the Opera Theatre.

Under the baton of acclaimed conductor Barbara Dragan, the orchestra is joined by internationally celebrated pianist Zlata Chochieva for a programme featuring two magnificent works.

The evening features Brahms’ majestic Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-flat Major, followed by Dvořák’s vibrant Symphony No. 8 in G Major.

📅 Happening Today | 20 August 2026
📍 Opera Theatre, The Playhouse Company

Experience an unforgettable evening of orchestral brilliance with the KZN Philharmonic Orchestra and internationally acclaimed guest artists.

A NIGHT WITH MTHUNZI – DURBANExperience an unforgettable evening of live music as award-winning artist Mthunzi takes ove...
19/08/2026

A NIGHT WITH MTHUNZI – DURBAN

Experience an unforgettable evening of live music as award-winning artist Mthunzi takes over the Opera Theatre.

Backed by a phenomenal live band, Mthunzi will bring his celebrated catalogue to life with a dynamic performance blending soulful melodies, Afro-pop rhythms, and the signature sound that has made him one of South Africa’s exciting musical talents.

From fan favourites to his chart-topping collaborations with Kabza De Small, expect an evening showcasing the depth, versatility, and energy of Mthunzi’s artistry.

📅 30 October 2026
⏰ 19:30
📍 Opera Theatre, The Playhouse Company
🎟 Tickets: R250

Secure your tickets and experience A Night With Mthunzi live in Durban.

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