Isithatha Theatre

Isithatha Theatre ISITHATHA VISION STATEMENT We aim to bring people of all backgrounds together through the Arts. The theatre is run by the Isithatha Trust.

Isithatha’s* mission is to bring a bright new light to a Greater Walmer encompassing Gqebera**and the new developments along Victoria Drive and the Buffelsfontein Road. Venue is available for hire for small events, rehearsals, meetings, performances and workshops. Contact Sharon 0827749083

We have acquired a theatre and a space for Artists to create. This project was initially funded by the NLC b

ut is now funded by our backabuddy campaign. https://www.backabuddy.co.za/champion/project/isithatha-trust-fundraiser, private donations and grants-in-aid. This multi-functional facility is accessible to people from both sides of the ‘Apple Express’ railway track and is suitable for all the arts, including dance, the visual arts, music and drama and that provides
* It is workshop/performance space that serves to blend cultures and promote a unique South African brand of theatre free from segregation.
* It is a space suitable for small audience groups.
* There is a coffee and chocolate shop on site “ Death by Coffee “ with the best coffee and chocolate in Gqeberha. The coffee shack is a unique venue and is open Tuesday to Fridays from 9 to 4 pm. Croissants and other treats are available. Open Saturdays from 8 to 2.. Enjoy our beautiful environment while sipping on locally roasted coffee.
* We host a monthly Food Market ( 1stSaturday of the month 9 to 2) where you can enjoy local entertainment and foods
* Monthly Chamber Music Concert
*.Theatre productions
* We have Rehearsal facilities for artists.
* We run Training programmes for playwrights, dancers, performers, musicians etc. Fridays are dedicated to community classes. 0827749083 WhatsApp for information.
* Dance classes of various genres take place on every day of the week with one free community dance class on Fridays at 2.30 to 3.30pm
* We are in the process of creating Employment opportunities.
*.Interactive drumming sessions for tourist groups, private parties and functions are offered in conjunction with Ruth Macintosh from African Drumbeat
* We are in the process of becoming a tourist destination that can generate income and where tour groups can witness various types of South African performance, exhibitions etc.
* We provide opportunities to preserve and share the histories and traditions of our various cultural groups through dramatic storytelling performances of the events of the past.
* We have held and will continue to hold Arts Festivals that promote all of Isithatha’s goals for the Greater Walmer
* A community venue for theatre in education programmes, improvisation clubs and talent searches
* Synergy with other local and regional Arts initiatives
* A spark to ignite enthusiasm for the arts amongst young people from schools in the greater Walmer area.
* Cooperation with other interested groups
* Healthy entertainment for people from and beyond the Greater Walmer.

*Isithatha is the Xhosa word for a beam of light emerging from the darkness.

**Gqebera is the Khoisan name for the green hills and lush forested valley around the Baakens river. It is also the indigenous name for ‘Walmer Township’.

06/06/2026

On right now! Bargains galore

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Did you know that tickets for the first performance on Thursday 11 June are only R80 as opposed to R150 for the rest of ...
06/06/2026

Did you know that tickets for the first performance on Thursday 11 June are only R80 as opposed to R150 for the rest of the season? Hurry before everyone catches on. Limited seats. This Sold out Baxter Theatre show is coming to GQ so ditch the Netflix and come and experience some great theatre and cocktails or beverages of your choice. It’s cosy, parking is safe and you will probably bump into quite a few like minded friends. If you want to know what the show is about and where to book….continue reading!

Here is Robyn Cohen’s review:
I was captivated and charmed by Blood and Silver, the stage adaptation of the memoir of the same name by Jan Glazewski, performed by David Muller and directed and designed by Fred Abrahamse. The stage show has been adapted by Muller and Abrahamse, from Glazewski’s memoir, Blood and Silver.
Muller held my attention from beginning to end as he evokes Glazewski’s story of “blood” and “silver”. The blood refers to his lifelong condition of haemophilia and also becoming infected with HIV, through a blood transfusion, used to treat his haemophilia. The silver is the family silver and heirlooms which were buried by his parents in Poland (now part of Ukraine), before they fled war, seeking refuge elsewhere. His parents eventually ended up in South Africa. We hear about the “indignity” that his dad carried “with quiet bitterness,” as a result of having to work for others in South Africa, far removed from being a well-off landowner in his home country.
Seventy minutes goes by in a flash and that is not easy in monologue theatre. It is witness and memory theatre – an intriguing story on stage – shared with an audience. It is like we are guests of Glazewski, in his living room, experiencing his story and holding our breath as we watch as the dots are connected by him

Bookings are open
www.isithatha.co.za/tickets

The feast begins next week folks! June is filled to the brim with quality theatre….and you only have to travel to 9th Av...
02/06/2026

The feast begins next week folks! June is filled to the brim with quality theatre….and you only have to travel to 9th Avenue, Walmer to enjoy some NAF gems passing through! Come to the pre-festival FESTIVAL . Hurry and book! The space is small!

02/06/2026

We are very happy to support Life Skills Academy - please visit them next to the childrens Kids Perfect Events jumping castles - take a few old tools that they can add to their supplies for children to use.. what a wonderful initiative!! They have some fun activities for your children to join.. at The Willows Holiday Resort & Conference Centre 7th June 2026.. 9am to 4pm!

Awehness Addo Tourism Bayworld PE SANCCOB Gqeberha Swim GQ - Open Water Swimming - Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth The Waste Trade Company Nelson Mandela Bay - South Africa Periexpo Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber Nelson Mandela University International St Francis Tourism Magnetic Storm The Function Warehouse Talisman Hire - Port Elizabeth Gardmed Ambulance Service

02/06/2026

🌟 Join us for the next SPARK Leadership Luncheon as we welcome Ricardo Wyngaard from Wisdom to Govern as our guest speaker.

📌 Topic: Governance & Compliance
📅 Friday, 5 June 2026
⏰ 09h30 for 10h00 – 13h00
📍 masifunde Changemaker Academy, 23 Witbooi Street, Walmer Township

As part of masifunde's 2026 four-part SPARK Leadership Luncheon Series, focused on Strengthening Non-Profit Organisations for Impact in partnership with the Ezethu Development Trust, Ricardo will deliver a keynote address on Governance & Compliance, including insights into the role of AI in governance and compliance. Attendees will also have the opportunity to engage with him during an interactive Q&A session.

Ricardo is a respected legal practitioner, trainer, and board development specialist with more than 20 years of experience in corporate governance and non-profit sector development. He has contributed to key legislative reforms affecting the non-profit sector and has presented extensively at local and international conferences on governance, civil society, and organisational development.

We are also excited to announce that Ricardo will facilitate a 2-Day Governance & Compliance Workshop for our network on 7–8 July 2026. More information will be shared with the network soon.

🔗 Learn more about Ricardo's work:
https://wisdomtogovern.com/
www.nonprofitlawyer.co.za

This luncheon is a special invitation for NPO managers and senior leaders, including Directors, MDs, and CEOs from the non-profit sector.

👉 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/SPARKGovernanceLunch

www.masiconsult.org

Theatre Etiquette has to be addressed! People who not informed in the Arts need to know what is and what isn’t allowed. ...
02/06/2026

Theatre Etiquette has to be addressed! People who not informed in the Arts need to know what is and what isn’t allowed. Love that these performers are standing up and letting audiences know!

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