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Following a “roof-raising” performance by the Cape of storms, The Drama Factory is back with a bang, a new roof and an enthralling line-up this month.
“The past few weeks have been a challen ging experience, but we have been luckier than many who were caught in the storms,” said founder Sue Diepeveen.
“We are very grateful to those people who have helped get our shows back on the road so quickly, assisting with the replacement of our roof. We are looking forward to welcoming our audiences back with a great May programme. Look out for the Mother’s Day special on Sunday (12 May), a staging of The Marvelous Wonderettes.”
The Marvelous Wonderettes – A jukebox musical comedy Thursday 9 to Saturday 11 May at 19:30; Saturday 11 and 12 May at 15:00.Tickets: R200/ R170
The Marvelous Wonderettes, an off-Broadway jukebox musical written by Rodger Bean, earned Origen Productions two Fleur du Cap Theatre Award nominations after its 2022 run. Audiences will be transported to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where they will meet the Wonderettes: Cindy Lou, Missy, Suzy and Betty-Jean, four girls with dreams as big as their crinoline skirts.
The Wonderettes will thrill audiences with classic hits of the ’50s and ’60s that we all love, such as “Lollipop”, “Stupid Cupid”, “Dream Lover”, “Respect”, “You don’t own me” and so much more. Audiences have never had this much fun at prom, and they never will forget this trip down memory lane.
Il Mondo by Selim Kagee Sunday 19 May at 16:00 Tickets: R180/R160
For one performance only, join Selim Kagee on a nostalgic journey through time with Il Mondo. Experience classic tunes in Kagee’s velvety voice and captivating stage presence.
Delight in anecdotes from his life and global travels, while he serenades you with beloved classics like “Il Mondo” and “Bridge Over Troubled Water.”
Classic Feel magazine hails Kagee as a proudly South African talent, comparable to Bocelli, Groban, Pavarotti and Bublé. Transport yourself to a bygone era when timeless melodies reigned supreme, and memories of the last century truly come alive through though Kagee’s enchanting classical renditions.
Clint Cunningham’s All The Gruff Voices Friday 24 May at 19:30Tickets: R200/R180
Known for his big rock voice and his even bigger onstage persona, Clint Cunningham of Clint & Co brings you his one-man show, All the Gruff Voices! full of crowd favourites – from Bob Seger to Bruce Springsteen, and Joe Cocker to John Cougar Mellencamp, and John Fogerty to Bryan Adams and more as well as hilarious stories and unique originals.
Cunningham is a celebrated and vibrant entertainer, a consummate performer, singer, songwriter, guitarist, engaging master of ceremonies, mesmerising storyteller, and the acclaimed frontman of the rock band Clint & Co.
He is set to delight the audience with a musical roller-coaster ride, following successful shows at The Drama Factory in September 2021 and in April 2022 with his rave-review one-man show From Creedence to Cocker.
Bookings for all shows can be made at www.thedramafactory.co.za or by calling 073 215 2290.
The Drama Factory is situated at 10 Comprop Square, Henry Vos Close, Asla Business Park in Strand.
