Prepare to be moved by the power of dance as an expression of praise and worship and encouragement. With soul stirring music, exquisite costumes and dancers of all ages and levels, this performance will touch your heart and soul.

Join us in celebrating our Christian Faith expressed beautifully through the art of dance. You won't want to miss this captivating and spiritually enriching event!

Join Us in Celebration

As we commemorate the remarkable milestone of 65 years, we invite everyone to be part of the celebration. Join us on 12 October 2024 for an evening of reflection, joy and inspiration. It promises to be an unforgettable evening showcasing the diverse talent that has graced our stage over the years. From dance and comedy to dramatic performances, this is a night you won't want to miss!

The Masque, an iconic cornerstone of Cape Town’s cultural landscape, is celebrating over six decades of fostering creativity, inclusivity and community spirit.

We have asked a select group of performers to donate their time and skills for this special occasion, ensuring an unforgettable night of entertainment! This celebration is also a fundraiser to support the ongoing work of The Masque, ensuring it continues to be a beacon of cultural enrichment for years to come. Featured acts include Ruskin Road, Rob Coutts Improv Troupe, Jacqui Pells Ballet, Interlace Live, Barres Dance School and more.

After the performance, please join us for complimentary snacks and drinks in the foyer. The performers will also come out to join the celebrations.

Dress Code

We invite all attendees to join in the festive spirit by wearing the event’s colour scheme: black, red, white and gold. Let’s create a visually stunning atmosphere that reflects the glamour and excitement of this milestone celebration.

Support The Masque Theatre

This event is a fundraiser to support The Masque's mission of fostering community and artistic excellence. If you can't make it, please consider making a donation to help us continue our legacy. You can You can donate here.

NB: Members, please remember to use your unique member code when booking your tickets.

On Sunday 13th October The Fish Hoek High School Drama Department will present an evening of One Act Plays at The Masque Theatre in Muizenberg. These plays are written, directed and performed by the Drama students from Fish Hoek High School. The theme for this year is “Memories From The Future”.

The evening promises to be an outstanding showcase from a stellar cast of learners who are passionate about their craft.

Curtain up is 6.30pm and tickets are available for purchase on Quicket (R50 scholars and R100 adults).

It's time to catch up, sit back, take a sip of wine and enjoy the company of a few good friends at Ruskin Road. Ruskin Road is a musical quartet formed by four close friends with a passion for theatre and music. We started this journey each with our own love for music and with our own unique talents. After a while we found that just like anything good in life, it’s made greater when you blend it together. So here we are all for you.

Ruskin Road brings together the angelic vocals of Claire Thomson, the sultry smoothness of Kim Mortimer, the lively dance moves of Linley Meavers… and throw in a Matt or two for good measure and stability. It's about sharing the fun, and comforting each other through the good times and those where you just feel a bit meh.

Join us for our first ever live performance at the Masque Theatre on Friday 18 October 2024 where you’ll witness each of our unique talents and musical styles collide in the comfort and love which is our home. You’re welcomed to take a front row seat to the magic that is our music, togetherness and family, as we take you on a musical adventure which includes some familiar earworms and a few head banging anthems guaranteed to get you out of your seats and dancing like nobody's watching. The night is ours to share and we want to share it with you.

Doors Open: 6.30pm

Show starts promptly at 7.00pm

We can’t wait to see you there!

For October's play reading, we're delving we're delving into The Dropped Baby by Alex Learmont.

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

Who are you? Who were you in your class photo? Your wedding photo? Are you your memories? Can your memory be trusted? What made you who you are? Was it something someone said, or was it because Mama dropped you on your head? See The Dropped Baby play-reading this October and work it out.

More about the writer, Alex Learmont

Alex Learmont was born in Scotland in 1942. Now resident in Cape Town, Alex was active in film production until 2018 as writer/director/cameraman in corporate communication, training, educational docudrama, international news and current affairs.

Alex has written short stories, four unpublished novels and approximately 400 short film scripts, but The Dropped Baby is his first play.

Join us for an evening of movie hits sung by an exceptional local choir - Vocal Unity.

A little more about who will be entertaining you:

Vocal Unity is a small ensemble of people who just love singing. The group is made up of singers with varying styles and it features several names that are becoming well-known at the Masque. Matthew Esbach, Lynley Meavers and Claire Thomson have graced our stage numerous times, and Shaun Klaasen made his splash in Sleeping Beauty. Jeremy Quickfall (A Handful of Keys) is the choir leader - arranging many of the choir's pieces himself, ensuring that Vocal Unity will always give you something completely new and unique.

Songs for the evening will include:

Moon River (Breakfast at Tiffany's 1961)

Circle of Life (The Lion King 1994)

Let the River Run (Working Girl 1989)

9 to 5 (9 to 5 1980)

My Heart Will Go On (Titanic 1997)

And an exciting medley of TV themes

CASH IN TRANSIT PRODUCTIONS Presents:

SIN AND SALVATION – The Story of Johnny Cash

Based on an idea by - and starring - Jamie Jupiter

Written by Jonny Blundell and Nigel Vermaas

Musical Direction by Jonny Blundell, who appears with Sarah McArthur and Daniel Franks

Directed by Nigel Vermaas

Stage design by Louise van der Westhuizen

Not another tribute show! you groan. And it isn’t.

SIN AND SALVATION – The Story of Johnny Cash delves into the character of one

of the most charismatic and controversial artists in American music.

Born into a God-fearing, cotton-farming family in the Great Depression, Johnny

Cash went from being a country singer to an artist who embraced all cultures in the

USA, wearing black as a symbol of his compassion for the downtrodden, particularly

the Native Americans, with whom he identified.

However, his demons led him frequently down paths of self-destruction and brushes

with the law, fuelled by drugs and alcohol. His legendary concerts in Folsom Prison

and San Quentin show him empathising with the inmates with songs of “sin and

salvation”, often with humour. His second wife, June Carter, provided the support

which enabled the singer to combat most of his demons. Music producer Rick Rubin

provided Cash with a new lease on life when he recorded album after album of new

songs, unlikely covers and long forgotten pieces.

Singer and musician JAMIE JUPITER has loved the music and personality of Johnny

Cash since he was a child when he purchased an LP on a school fête. He has honed

his performance as Cash over the years. Few singers have a voice as suited to sing

Johnny Cash songs as Jamie.

PLEASE NOTE: For block bookings of more than 10 people, please email manager@themasque.co.za.

For November's play reading, we're delving into Dust by Lauren Bates.

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

DUST explores the complexities of being a young, white, female English teacher in a Cape Flats school in present times. Megan, a recent UCT graduate, who grew up with all the privileges of being a middle class white South African, starts her first job at Manenberg High as a passionate English Teacher. She encounters Clive, a jaded, but equally passionate head of department, who has grown up in the community and worked at the school for 30 years. He has seen countless teachers like Megan come and go, and very much doubts her sincerity and sticking power. When matric student, Jason, begs Megan to stage a production of 'Hamlet', her endurance is put to the test.

More about the writer, Lauren Bates

Lauren Bates has been writing plays since high school. Her one act play, Wax Poetic, won the audience choice award at The Masque Theatre One-Act Play Festival in 2002, when she was only seventeen. Over 20 years later, with a few degrees under her belt, including a Masters in Shakespeare and Creativity from the Shakespeare Institute in Stratford-Upon-Avon, she is back at the Masque with a new play. Lauren currently teaches drama at Oakley House High School in Diep River and runs an Educational Theatre Company called Educasions, which takes plays into schools.

Studio B and Twisted Movements Dance Studio are thrilled to present "BackStage Pass - Movies in Motion," a dazzling dance extravaganza that brings the glitz, glamour, and excitement of the silver screen to the stage! This unique show will feature an array of electrifying performances inspired by some of the most beloved movies of all time. Audiences can expect a journey through cinematic history, with dance numbers that pay tribute to iconic films like Hairspray, Chicago, Step Up, Matilda, Sing 2, Avatar, and many more. Each routine has been meticulously crafted to capture the essence of these films, blending choreography, music, and costumes to transport viewers straight into the heart of the movies.

What makes "BackStage Pass - Movies in Motion" even more special is the incredible cause it supports. All proceeds from the event will go directly to the Tom Ro Haven for Equines and Children, a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing abused, neglected, and unwanted horses. These horses are given a second chance at life and are integrated into therapeutic programs that benefit children and adults alike. The haven's work is truly inspiring, and the dancers are proud to contribute to such a worthy cause.

This show is a testament to the dedication and passion of the performers, who range in age from just 4 years old to a vibrant 78 years young. They have poured their hearts into months of rehearsals, honing their skills and perfecting each routine to ensure an unforgettable experience for the audience. The diversity in age and experience among the dancers only adds to the richness of the performance, showcasing the unifying power of dance.

"BackStage Pass - Movies in Motion" is a family-friendly event, open to audiences of all ages. Whether you're a movie buff, a dance enthusiast, or simply looking for a night of entertainment with a purpose, this show promises to deliver. So gather your friends and family, and join us for an evening where the magic of movies meets the artistry of dance, all in support of a cause that truly makes a difference. Sit back, relax, and let these talented dancers take you on a cinematic journey you won’t soon forget!