18th July – 29th July
The return of PAY BACK THE CURRY
by Mike van Graan
Starring Daniel Mpilo Richards
Mike van Graan’s PAY BACK THE CURRY! comprises a series of sketches to make audiences think even as they laugh. Produced by Siv Ngesi and directed by Rob van Vuuren, PAY BACK THE CURRY! features the multi-talented Daniel Richards depicting a variety of characters (and caricatures) commenting on all things contemporary, from sparrows and statues to Zuptas and zombies!
COMING SOON
ABOUT US
CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF FINE THEATRE
at the AUTO & GENERAL THEATRE ON THE SQUARE!
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The Auto & General Theatre on the Square, BASA AWARD WINNER 2014, has garnered many awards and nominations for theatre excellence. The theatre is a popular and unique venue. In its upmarket Nelson Mandela Square at Sandton City premises, it is certainly living up to its fine reputation.
Theatre producer, owner and artistic director, Daphne Kuhn, holds an MA Degree in Drama, and her special skills range from acting to directing, PR to producing.
The varied and acclaimed productions in this 200-seater adds a vibrant dimension to the entertainment industry and to the cultural enrichment of all. Over 1300 productions - including plays, musicals, lunch hour concerts and youth theatre have been presented in the last 20 years, in addition to numerous corporate events, concerts and industrial theatre.
Message from Owner/Producer Daphne Kuhn:
"My grateful appreciation to all the theatre patrons for their most wonderful support over the past 20 years. Enjoy another season of great theatre. We look forward to seeing you soon!"
LUNCH HOUR CLASSICAL CONCERTS
The theatre is delighted to present and to produce , for the 10th year, its uplifting music programme for all, with leading local and international musicians. It prides itself on being the only venue in Gauteng to host such regular weekly daytime concerts. Concerts take place every Friday at 1pm and unreserved tickets are available at the theatre from 12.30 on the day.
Hartham Properties has come on board together with a Supporting Grant from BASA for assisting with marketing.
Ticket Price: R50. The price includes concert, programme, coffee and biscuits.
The only regular daytime music fixture in Gauteng
We reserve the right to alter or change the programmes without prior notice.
30th June
Cello and Guitar recital
with DILLON DAVIES and cellist MAUREEN MAHLER
7th July
Well-known pianist TONY BENTEL and radio presenter SELWYN KLASS will be doing a presentation based on ALEXANDRA LEVIN’S book The Deeper the Sorrow, the Stronger the Spirit
14th July
THE TRIO ESPERANZA with LIESL STOLTZ (flute) KERRYN WISNIEWSKI (piano) and POLINA BURDOKOVA (cello)
21st July
An intimate concert with the CALLANDRA & DANIEL JAZZ DUO.
With CALLANDRA YOUNGLESON and DANIEL DE WET from Cape Town.
28th July
Songs from the opera and musicals with ROB RODELL accompanied on the piano by RINA SMIT
Works Donazetti, Mozart, Giordano to Groban and Buble
CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP
Corporate sponsorship of R12000 per annum in support of the theatre, will be acknowledged by means of an inscription in the theatre foyer and in all theatre programmes.
20 complimentary tickets per month will be made a available to your company. For details and special benefits to staff members and clients, call Daphne Kuhn on 011 883 8606 or 083 377 4969.
READ MORECONTACT
Tel: 0118838606 (Theatre Box Office) or 0861 915 8000 (Computicket) E-Mail: theatreonthesquare@gmail.com
Address:
Nelson Mandela Square (formerly Sandton Square) adjoins Sandton City - just off Rivonia Rd. Entrances to the Square and the parking garage are in West Street and 5th Street, Sandown. Click here to view Google Maps.
PERFORMANCES
Tuesdays to Saturday, at 8:15pm
Saturdays at 6pm and 8:15pm
Show times may differ slightly - please contact the theatre to confirm show times - 011 883 8606
The ramped backstage entrance opens 15minutes before the show.
Please ensure you are at the theatre 15 minutes before the show.
Special show times can be arranged should you wish to book the whole theatre