{"id":3699,"date":"2024-08-30T11:58:54","date_gmt":"2024-08-30T09:58:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/braamvibes.co.za\/?p=3699"},"modified":"2024-08-30T11:58:54","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T09:58:54","slug":"joburg-theatre-unveils-enchanting-pantomime-beauty-and-the-beast-for-2024-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/braamvibes.co.za\/?p=3699","title":{"rendered":"Joburg Theatre Unveils Enchanting Pantomime \u2018Beauty and the Beast\u2019 for 2024 Season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Joburg Theatre is set to captivate audiences with its latest production, the timeless pantomime&nbsp;<strong>\u2018Beauty and the Beast,\u2019<\/strong>&nbsp;running from&nbsp;<strong>31 October to 22 December 2024<\/strong>&nbsp;on the Mandela Stage. This enchanting show promises to be a spellbinding experience for audiences of all ages.The beloved story follows&nbsp;<strong>Belle<\/strong>, a beautiful and intelligent young woman, and the&nbsp;<strong>Beast<\/strong>, a prince cursed by a wicked enchantress. Through acts of courage and kindness, Belle helps the Beast discover his true heart, ultimately breaking the curse and transforming both their lives forever.\u201cIt is an honour to bring such an inspiring story to life on stage at Joburg Theatre,\u201d said&nbsp;<strong>Xoliswa Nduneni-Ngema<\/strong>, CEO of Joburg Theatre. \u201cThis timeless tale offers not only enchanting entertainment but also profound messages about inner beauty, acceptance, and the transformative power of love.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Magical Production<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under the direction of&nbsp;<strong>Janice Honeyman<\/strong>, the production promises a unique blend of humour and heart. The creative team includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Musical Director Dale Ray<\/strong>, who will provide uplifting music.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Costume Designer Mariska Meyer<\/strong>, known for her dazzling designs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lighting Designer Johan Ferreira<\/strong>, who will create a spectacular visual experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set Designer Andrew Timm<\/strong>, responsible for impressive sets and special effects LED screens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choreographer Khaya Ndlovu<\/strong>, who will bring feel-good rhythms to life.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Together with a talented cast, audiences will be transported to a world filled with wonder and love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Star-Studded Cast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cast features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Judy Ditchfield<\/strong>\u00a0as Hecate Hex, the Wicked Witch. With over 40 years in the industry, Judy is well-known for her roles in\u00a0<em>Isidingo<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0<em>Ses Top\u2019La<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bongi Archi<\/strong>\u00a0as Mama\u2019Ama\u2019Bali. Bongi gained fame as a top 8 contestant on\u00a0<em>South African Idols Season 6<\/em>\u00a0and has appeared in several Janice Honeyman pantomimes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Virtuous Kandemiri<\/strong>\u00a0as Belle. Virtuous was nominated for a Naledi Theatre Award for her role as Tinkerbell in last year\u2019s pantomime\u00a0<em>Peter Pan<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jock Kleynhans<\/strong>\u00a0as Prince Bastion\/Beast. Jock has performed in various productions including\u00a0<em>A Midsummer Night\u2019s Dream<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0<em>Romeo and Juliet<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dylan Du Plessis<\/strong>\u00a0as Gaviscon. Known for his role as Aladdin in\u00a0<em>Adventures in Pantoland<\/em>, Dylan has extensive experience in children\u2019s theatre and cruise line performances.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ensemble cast also includes talented performers such as Andile Magxaki, Bo Molefe, Brad Smith, Daniel Anderson, Daniel Geddes, Jackie Lulu, Jordan Rogers, Junior Geel, Justin Swartz, Kiruna-Lind Devar, L\u00e9a Blerk, Lesedi Rich, Simtandile Sityebi, Stuart Brown, Tarryn Heard, Tshego Molepo, and Winnie Sue Maboea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Celebration of Love and Friendship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWith such a stellar cast of performers,\u201d says Director Janice Honeyman, \u201cwe know that audiences will experience the magic and joy of this beloved tale. I am excited to bring a brand new story of&nbsp;<em>Beauty and the Beast<\/em>&nbsp;to all panto lovers with interesting new characters. Let&#8217;s celebrate love, friendship, and the power of inner beauty together.\u201dDon\u2019t miss out on this magical journey that promises to warm your heart and ignite your imagination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ticket Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tickets for&nbsp;<strong>\u2018Beauty and the Beast\u2019<\/strong>&nbsp;are on sale now and can be purchased online at&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.joburgtheatre.com\/\">www.joburgtheatre.com<\/a>&nbsp;or at the Joburg Theatre box office. Group discounts and family packages are available.For more updates, follow Joburg Theatre on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram &#8211; @joburgtheatre.Prepare for an enchanting experience that brings this classic tale to life!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Joburg Theatre is set to captivate audiences with its latest production, the timeless pantomime&nbsp;\u2018Beauty and the Beast,\u2019&nbsp;running from&nbsp;31 October to 22 December 2024&nbsp;on the Mandela Stage. 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