The Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture, and Recreation is calling all talented arts groups in Tshwane to step into the spotlight! The Ishashalazi Theatre Programmes are back, and this is your chance to shine in Dance, Theatre, and Poetry. Scheduled to run from 1 to 22 February 2025, this initiative will take place across all seven regions of Tshwane, celebrating the vibrant talent of our community.
Audition Schedule:
- Region 1: Mabopane Indoors, Soshanguve – 1 February 2025
Contact: Patrick Matlala | Patrick.Matlala@gauteng.gov.za | 076 511 1946 - Region 2: Mandela Hall, Hammanskraal – 2 February 2025
Contact: Swarathle Mamoroka | Swarathle.Mamoroka@gauteng.gov.za | 076 600 5400 - Region 3: Soulsville Arena, Atteridgeville – 8 February 2025
Contact: Faith Skosana | Faith.Skosana@gauteng.gov.za | 083 763 8819 - Region 4: Seshegong Secondary School, Olievenhoutbosch – 9 February 2025
Contact: Andiswa Dabisa | Andiswa.Dabisa@gauteng.gov.za | 072 703 3963 - Region 5: Refilwe Community Hall, Mamelodi – 15 February 2025
Contact: Margaret Shawa | Shawa.Margaret@gauteng.gov.za | 072 918 3431 - Region 6: Mamelodi-West Community Hall, Cullinan – 16 February 2025
Contact: Michael Shilenge | Shilenge.Michael@gauteng.gov.za | 072 311 6884 - Region 7: Zithobeni Community Hall, Bronkhorstspruit – 22 February 2025
Contact: Sifiso Mahlangu | Sifiso.Mahlangu@gauteng.gov.za | 063 695 4051
Why Participate?
This is more than an audition; it’s a platform to:
Gain recognition and exposure in the performing arts community.
- Compete for exciting prizes:
- Dance Overall Group Winner: R10,000
- Theatre Overall Group Winner: R10,000
- Two Overall Poets Winners: R5,000 each
- Celebrate your talent with fellow artists from across Tshwane.
How to Register:
- Complete the registration form in full.
- Submit it to your regional coordinator via email or WhatsApp before the closing date: 30 January 2025, 16:00.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Groups must be from Tshwane and can only participate in their respective region.
- Participants must be aged 18 to 35 years.
- Performances must not exceed 30 minutes.
Don’t Miss Out!
This is your chance to showcase your talent and be part of a cultural celebration that highlights the best of Tshwane’s artistic spirit. The Ishashalazi Theatre Programmes are a proud testament to the creativity and passion of our community.
For more information, contact your regional coordinator. Let’s make magic together!