Kick off the autumn season on a theatrical note with the Theatre on the Square. This season, they have an array of shows to get you laughing, crying and celebrating love and life. Check out our top picks for the upcoming season.
The Auto & General Theatre on the Square delivers world-class productions, catering to a wide variety of audiences. From stand-up comedy, to drama, kiddies theatre and musicals, the Theatre on the Square has it all. If you’ve never visited this classy Sandton performance centre, then now is the time. Adorned in red velvet textures, the venue screams upmarket cabaret with a South African twist. Check out their ‘Wall of Fame’, which features all the talents who have graced the stage over the years. The bar is always the centre of attraction just before the start of a show. Serving up sweet wines, whisky and non-alcoholic drinks, this is the perfect place to prepare yourself for the wonder of stage magic.
The 200-seater main theatre is comfortable and spacious. Again, the red seats give the auditorium a feeling of worldliness. Of course, being right in the heart of Sandton at Nelson Mandela Square, you would expect nothing less. But, if you have ever imagined what it might be like to visit an independent theatre space in London or New York, this may be as close as you can get while still on Jozi homeland. This autumn, the Theatre on the Square will be hosting a fantastic line-up of shows. Here are our top picks for the season.
Exclusive Books presents Diary of a Wimpy Kid – The Musical
Date: 03 April to 04 May 2025
For Greg Heffley, middle school is all about surviving the social ladder, and it’s awkward and unpredictable. In DIARY OF THE WIMPY KID – THE MUSICAL, you can see Jeff Kinney’s beloved character jump from the pages of his cartoon diary onto the stage at the Theatre on the Square. This musical is a must-see for children, families, and anyone who has ever made it through middle school. It is full of catchy songs, touching moments, and all the humor that fans adore. Don’t miss this entertaining adaptation of the tale that has won people over all over the world.
A Doll’s Life
Date: 19 to 24 March 2025
This dynamic pair of dolls, written and performed by Micaela Jade Tucker and directed by Lara Toselli, will have you in stitches! Micaela finds herself in a difficult situation as she approaches her 25th birthday, which could only be “the tip” of her quarter life crisis. A routine gynecological checkup takes a turn for the worse when she gets some embarrassing and transformative news. Everything you don’t want to hear at the dinner table is discussed in this humorous and uncensored one-woman show.
For More Information
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Details: 083 377 4969 | theatreonthesquare@gmail.com | Nelson Mandela Square, Cnr Rivonia Rd & Sandton Drive, Sandton, Johannesburg.
