Mandela Bay Theatre Complex

02/09/2026

🎭 THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING TSHEPO

What happens when Oscar Wilde meets South Africa? 🇿🇦✨

Get ready for a fresh, hilarious South African take on Oscar Wilde’s classic The Importance of Being Earnest, brought to life as The Importance of Being Tshepo, directed by Makhaola Ndebele.

Expect love, identity, deception, expectations and plenty of hilarious complications as Tshepo navigates the twists and turns of trying to be exactly who everyone expects him to be. 🎭

📅 23–26 September 2026
📍 Mandela Bay Theatre Complex
🎟️ Early Bird: R70 until 11 September
🎟️ General Admission: R100

Don’t miss this entertaining celebration of South African theatre! Come meet Tshepo and discover that being yourself may be more complicated than it looks.

🎟️ Book your tickets now:
https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1600457452

01/09/2026

🎭 THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING TSHEPO

What happens when Oscar Wilde meets South Africa?

The Importance of Being Tshepo brings a fresh South African take on Wilde’s classic The Importance of Being Earnest, directed by Makhaola Ndebele and written by Prof Anton Krueger..

Expect love, identity, deception, expectations — and plenty of hilarious complications along the way.

📅 23–26 September 2026
📍 Mandela Bay Theatre Complex
🎟️ Early Bird: R70 until 11 September
🎟️ General Admission: R100

Don’t wait. Come meet Tshepo and discover that being yourself may be more complicated than it looks.

Book now: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1600457452

31/08/2026

31/08/2026

🎶 WIAM 2026 CLOSING SHOW

And just like that, we brought 10 YEARS OF WOMEN IN ARTS MANYANO to a close. 💛

A few moments from the WIAM Closing Show, celebrating a decade of women, creativity, music, storytelling and unforgettable moments.

Thank you to every artist, creative, partner, stakeholder and audience member who has been part of the WIAM journey and helped make this milestone celebration special.

Here are some snaps from the closing show! 📸

10 YEARS. ONE LEGACY. MANY VOICES.

31/08/2026

✨ THE FORTITUDE AND TENACITY OF A WOMAN

A few moments from The Fortitude and Tenacity of a Woman, presented as part of the 10th anniversary edition of Women in Arts Manyano (WIAM).

A powerful celebration of strength, resilience, courage and the experiences of women, brought to life through performance and storytelling.

Thank you to the cast, creative team and everyone who joined us and supported the production. 💛

Here are some snaps from the show! 📸

10 YEARS. ONE LEGACY. MANY VOICES.

31/08/2026

🎭 THETHA

A few moments from Thetha, presented as part of the 10th anniversary edition of Women in Arts Manyano (WIAM).

A celebration of storytelling, performance and creative expression, bringing audiences together to experience the work and talent of women in the arts.

Thank you to the cast, creative team and everyone who joined us at the theatre. 💛

Here are some snaps from Thetha! 📸

10 YEARS. ONE LEGACY. MANY VOICES.

31/08/2026

🎬 FEMALES IN FILM

A few moments from Females in Film, presented as part of the 10th anniversary edition of Women in Arts Manyano (WIAM).

An evening celebrating women, film, creativity and storytelling, and the incredible voices contributing to the film and creative industries.

Thank you to the artists, filmmakers, creatives and everyone who joined us and made the evening special. 💛

Here are some snaps from Females in Film! 📸

10 YEARS. ONE LEGACY. MANY VOICES.

30/08/2026

🔥 FASHION FORGE

A few moments from Fashion Forge, presented as part of the 10th anniversary edition of Women in Arts Manyano (WIAM).

A celebration of fashion, creativity, music and self-expression, showcasing the incredible talent and creative energy within our arts community.

Thank you to the artists, designers, performers, creatives and everyone who came through and made the evening special. 💛

Here are some snaps from Fashion Forge! 📸

10 YEARS. ONE LEGACY. MANY VOICES.