Me, Myself, and Why? – A One-Man Talent Show Like No Other!

Step right up for a night of unstoppable laughter and unexpected surprises! In Me, Myself, and Why?, one man takes on seven outrageous roles in the ultimate talent competition—hosted, performed, and completely embodied by yours truly, Merlo Hollenbach.

With three voluntary audience members serving as judges, no two shows are ever the same! From the over-the-top emcee to the quirky contestants, this fast-paced, high-energy comedy is packed with characters, charisma, and jaw-dropping variety.

Prepare for a night of wild antics, quick transformations, and a showcase of skills that will leave you laughing long after the curtain falls. But beyond the humor, Me, Myself, and Why? is a celebration of creativity, individuality, and the sheer joy of putting yourself out there.

Will there be a winner? Who knows! But one thing’s for sure—you won’t want to miss this unforgettable, laugh-out-loud spectacle.

Limited tickets available—grab yours now!

Take a Child to the Theatre Day – A Magical Theatre Experience for Families!

The Masque proudly hosts Take a Child to the Theatre Day as an annual celebration of young people in the performing arts! This year, our Youth Theatre Club is partnering with Spotlight Youth Theatre to bring you a special performance, along with an exciting lineup of interactive theatre activities.

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of theatre games, led by Debbie Gildenhuys and Melanie Horn, and get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the magic of the Masque Theatre.

Ages: 8-16 (and their parents)

Take a Child to the Theatre Day is a global movement run by Assitej, championing every child’s right to experience the arts. Follow the campaign #TakeAChildToTheTheatre on social media and help us spread the magic of live theatre!

Experience the Man in Black’s incredible journey like never before with Sin & Salvation – The Story of Johnny Cash, a powerful musical theatre production that dives deep into the highs and lows of this musical legend.

This powerful musical retelling of Cash’s incredible journey features the talent of Jamie Jupiter as Johnny Cash, accompanied by seasoned musicians Sarah McArthur, Daniel Zachariah Franks and Jonny Blundell, all under the direction of theatre veteran Nigel Vermaas.

Between performing Cash’s greatest hits, this stellar cast weaves the tale of one of music’s most iconic, controversial and charismatic legends.

Earning rave reviews, this unforgettable performance is a must-see for theatre and music lovers alike.

See it live at The Masque Theatre from 21 – 23 March 2025.

For March's play reading, we're delving into Ghosts of the Street by Wayne Ronné.

The evening will include a table read of the play by actors, followed by a discussion of the work. The discussion will be led by Melanie O'Connor Horn and a panel of experts. Input from the audience is most welcome!

About the play

How often do we walk past the homeless? We go on with our lives without a second thought of how they survive daily. They beg, they steal, and they survive. The Clovelly Bridge, used by Metrorail train services, covers the Silvermine River leading to the waters of Fish Hoek Beach where Cliffy, a school teacher, lives under a bridge with Naomi, an ex-prostitute and Andre, a young runaway. They are strangers that Cliffy has gotten to know over the years. Chantel, a young woman who used to live under the bridge comes to visit them one evening and home truths are revealed after she convinces a young drug addict, Johan, who is hiding from the police, to do her dirty work. They might be homeless but they also struggle with pain, betrayal and deception. The Ghosts of the Streets explores stories from the past, how they got to live under the bridge, and how they fantasise about what their future would be, could be, or should be.

More about the writer, Wayne Ronné

Wayne is no stranger to the Masque, having been part of many productions since 2008. As an actor, he recently played George in Red Riding Hood, Canon Pennefather in Murder on the Nile and Lady Daphne in Rapunzel. He also directed the massive hit The Golden Girls in 2024. As a playwright, Wayne is known for Four Chairs, which was staged at the Masque in 2015 and Inertia, which enjoyed a successful run at the Baxter Theatre in 2019.

South Africa's hit production company, Baked Shakespeare, is currently performing its 5th season! Join us for our first Tragedy: Macbeth.

Macbeth is the original tragicomedy - sexy, dark, brimming with witchcraft, feminism, and bloody ambition. This Shakespearean classic tells the story of a Scottish general, who is spurred by a prophecy from three witches to murder the king and seize the throne, coupled with Baked Shakespeare's cannabis-infused chaos.

“The perfect way to reintroduce Shakespeare’s work as fun and light-hearted to the youth.” - The Stellenbosch

Directed by Juliette Rose-Innes, this raunchy adaptation has something for everyone from spooky magic, audience interaction, hilarious musical numbers, and of course ... raucous fight scenes and MURDER!

Join our award-winning cast at The Outlore Base for a psychedelic evening of classical performance with a twist, and some of the grooviest 420 vibrations imaginable. See why we were one of the "best/funniest shows in years" at the Edinburgh Fringe!

Book now ... while you still can.

Please note - members of the cast will be smoking cannabis on stage during the performance.

The Masque is proud to present the 2025 One-Act Play Festival!

We have another exciting lineup of brand-new work from four local playwrights. Each one has been through our Play Reading Programme and is ready to be brought to life on stage. After each performance, audiences will also have a chance to chat to the writers, directors and actors about the entire process. The post-performance discussion will be hosted by the festival director, Melanie O'Connor Horn.

The schedule:

Thursday 10 April 7:30pm - H(Eg) and Dust

Friday 11 April 7:30pm - The Dropped Baby and Knock Knock

Saturday 12 April 2:30pm - The Dropped Baby and Knock Knock

Saturday 12 April 7:30pm - H(Eg) and Dust

The line up:

1. H(Eg) written by Charlene Colling and directed by Dian Harcovecchio

After the success of our first improv theatre showcase, we are back for more with Unscripted V2.

No scripts, no lines, just pure chaos and comedy.

Featuring regulars from our Sunday Improv Drop-in sessions, these performers are growing from strength to strength and it is a treat to watch them perform.

From scenes only spoken in questions, to props completely misused, to random outbursts of song, expect the unexpected and come prepared for some hilarious moments!

Our host will be calling on you, the audience, to give suggestions on what our performers will improvise to, so have your wildest suggestions ready and who knows, we may just call on one or two people to help us out with a scene, if you feel so bold ;)

Date: Thursday 17 April

 Time: 7 - 9pm

Venue: The Masque Theatre - 37 Main Rd, Muizenberg

Tickets: R100 on Quicket

Follow us on instagram for teasers and updates: @oops.on.purpose

The Masque is proud to present Hamlet

Directed by Yuri Behari-Leak

This gender-swapped adaptation of Shakespeare’s tragedy follows Hamlet, a young director at a modern film production studio soon before the premiere of her latest film, as she tries to avenge her mother's death. We've stayed true to Shakespeare's text as our heroine grapples with her own identity and morality, and adding the layer of how Hamlet can bring the perpetrator of gender-based violence to justice while staying on a feminist path. The play explores how we stay true to ourselves in a world of fame, celebrity and social media where appearance often eclipses reality.

As a testament to Shakespeare's remarkable insight into the human condition, we are thrilled to present this production in a modern setting while staying true to the original language. This fresh approach is sure to resonate with high school learners as they engage with their setwork, while also appealing to a broader audience of Shakespeare enthusiasts.

For block bookings of 10 or more, please email admin@themasque.co.za

If you are a school looking to book for your class, be sure to ask for the school bulk rates.

Fresh from his TV series on Via TV, Andre the Hilarious Hypnotist, who needs no introduction to the theatre world, returns to the stage, and after many years, Andre is honored to bring the show back to the Masque Theatre. Andre, who is quick to distance himself from being called a stage hypnotist, instead considers himself a comedian who uses hypnosis to provide an evening of hilarious entertainment. A combination of psychology, drama, and comedic dry humor is what glues the show together, and joined by an ever-changing cast of volunteers, Andre provides an evening of entertainment that will have you talking for a long time after the final curtain closes. Andre promises to generate laughter as members of the audience watch family, friends, and neighbors become stars of the performance.