Education
AFRICA DAY
When: 25 May 2024 from 12:30-16:00
Where: National Children’s Theatre, 3 Junction Avenue Parktown 2193
Events: see the final performance of Space Rocks, enjoy a demonstration of original African musical instruments, watch a puppet show and join reading groups. We’ll also have a second-hand book sale, picnic spaces and a food truck.
Tickets: R100 entrance (includes Space Rocks, the puppet show and activities)
Become a Sponsor: Call 0114841584 or Lebo@NCTheatreSA.org.za
Bring your family to NCT’s beautiful campus; it’s a gorgeous, safe environment for you and your children to celebrate our contintent’s success, progress, art and culture. Enjoy an afternoon of events: See NCT’s final performance of Space Rocks, enjoy a demonstration of original African musical instruments, watch a puppet show and join reading groups. We’ll also have a second-hand book sale, picnic spaces and a food truck. There’s so much to learn, so much to love and share, and so much creativity and diversity to offer. We can’t wait to celebrate with you and your kids.
Shakespeare Festival
When: 16 May 2024 from 14:00 onwards
Where: National Children’s Theatre, 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown, 2193
Ages: 10 to adult
Tickets: R80
Villains, fools, kings and lovers inhabit NCT’s stage as young Shakespearean pros flex their performance skills from the 13 to 16 May 2024. Each year in May, NCT hosts young Shakespeare enthusiasts between the ages of 10 and 25 from schools and universities across Gauteng—and further—in a 4-day festival run by Dr Rohan Quince and the South African Council of English Education. The showcase culminates in a presentation of the best monologues and scenes. Join us Thursday 16 May from 14:00 onwards. Book now to catch the finalists in action as they display their Shakespearean prowess!
Saturday Workshops: Term 1 2024
What kind of leader are you? Find your voice workshop…
What kind of leader are you? Kids will learn leadership skills and styles with NCT’s team of trained acting, voice and movement teachers. They’ll learn how to speak with confidence to make themselves heard, and take these skills into performance—dancing, singing, acting and moving—and at school. Kids will practice their very own monologue, speech or song with NCT’s trained professionals, who lead all workshops. Call now, your kids will love this leadership workshop!
When: 20 Jan–16 Mar, every Saturday 09:00-12:00
Venue: NCT, 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown 2193
Ages: 7-17 (we divide kids into age-appropriate groups)
Cost: R2000 per term; discounts are available for siblings
Book: Email hello@nctheatresa.org.za or call 011 484 1584 or 0761152304
Super Heroic
When: 22 Apr–26 April, 09:00-12:00 daily
Venue: At NCT, 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown 2193
Ages: 7-17
Cost: R1500; discounts are available for siblings
Questions: hello@nctheatresa.org.za or call 011 484 1584 or 0761152304
The world still need saving! And there’s still only one kid with the superpowers to make it safe again. Could this be your kid? #NCTheatre presents it’s next Super Heroic Camp, a five-day camp where kids sing, dance and act to become their own superheroes. They also create perfect superhero outfits and masks. Your kids will bring the magic of their storytelling prowess to life,, and have so much fun in the mix. Electrifying! Book now on Quicket.
Super Heroic Camp
Where: NCT, 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown 2013
When: 25–28 March from 09:00-12:00 daily
Ages: 7-17 (in 4 age groups)
Cost: R1,900 with discounts for siblings
Book: Call 011 484 1584 or 076 1152 304
The world needs saving. Who is your favourite super-hero? Do your kids imagine they’re super strong? Are able to fly? This three-day workshop will show kids how to use their imaginations to discover their own strengths, talents, and powers. In the workshop kids will use masks, costumes and stories to find their kids own strengths, talents and hidden powers. What superpowers are waiting to be unleashed, we wonder. Imaginations will fly as kids also design original super-hero outfits! Electrifying! Book now!
Drop everything and Read Day
Where: National Children’s Theatre, 3 Junction Avenue Parktown 2193
When: Saturday 13th April
Time: 3pm onwards
Tickets: R100 entrance (includes puppet show and activities)
Book: Quicket
Become a Sponsor & Info: Call 0114841584 or Lebo@NCTheatreSA.org.za
NCT is hosting an open day of books and stories in celebration of “Drop Everything and Read Day”. on Saturday 13 April 2024, starting at 3pm. Bring your family to NCT’s beautiful campus; it’s a safe and warm environment for you and your children to enjoy an afternoon of stories, games and reading. You can take time to read to your children, listen to a child reading aloud, see your kids dressing up as characters from their favorite books, or just enjoy stories told by talented performers who are part of NCT’s theatre arts community. Your children can also play theatrical games and watch a Puppet Show. We’ll also have food stalls, picnic spaces, and second-hand book stalls. As you soak up the stories and sunshine, you can also learn more about NCT’s Saturday theatre workshops and upcoming productions.
The Shakespeare Club: Term 1 2024
Reserve your kid(s) now to attend NCT’s famous Shakespeare club run by Dr. Rohan Quince, a master Shakespearian. The club is for all students from Grades 6 –12 who’re interested in Shakespeare and can read his plays together, four plays per year. NCT Club also holds the Shakespeare Quiz, the Shakespeare Monologue competition, and the end of year Shakespeare Showcase for parents and families to watch your kids in action.
When: 17 January to 20 March 2024, from 12:30 – 14:30 every Saturday during school term
Venue: National Children’s Theatre, 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown, 2193
Ages: Children Grades 6-12
Cost: R1 500 per term, with reductions for siblings
Register: hello@nctheatresa.org.za or call 011 484 1584 or 071 429 2570
Story Telling
Children and their mums/caregivers are invited to explore a world of imagination and self-expression through storytelling, music and movement with teacher Tracey. Bring a blanket and cushions, and embark on a magical journey. These fun, child-centered workshops offer children a safe and friendly environment in which to build confidence and skills in the performing arts and life.
When: Tuesdays 11:00 to 12:00
Venue: National Children’s Theatre, 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown, 2193
Questions: hello@nctheatresa.org.za or call 011 484 1584
Ages: Children 1 to 4
Cost: R600 for 6 sessions
It’s Showtime Camp
Was: 02 October to 06 October 2023 09:00 to 12:00 daily.
Where: NCT 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown, Johannesburg
Ages: 6-9, 10-12, Teens
Cost: R1600 per person, with a discount for siblings
Book now for the #NCTheatreSA Spring Camp, where kids 6 to 16 will be inspired by iconic Broadway musicals such as Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang, Beetlejuice, and Hamilton. Watch campers as they spread their creative wings, singing, dancing, and acting out the best songs from these musicals. Then, they’ll learn how to get into character, both physically and vocally, over five days. And on the last day of camp, children will perform for their families (no pressure). It’ll be the most fun they’ve had in a long time! Book now for the adventure of a lifetime!
Community Theatre
NCT takes our productions on tour to peri-urban and rural areas, where schools often don’t have halls or large classrooms to present plays, so we present in community centres, and give extra performances to local communities. Schools and communities value this especially when the productions are a for a set-work and are of current social value.
When: Call NCT to ask us to perform in your community
Venue: Schools
Ages: Children 10 and up
Cost: TBD for school packages
Super Heroic
When: 22 Apr–26 April, 09:00-12:00 daily
Venue: At NCT, 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown 2193
Ages: 7-17
Cost: R1500; discounts are available for siblings
Questions: hello@nctheatresa.org.za or call 011 484 1584 or 0761152304
The world still need saving! And there’s still only one kid with the superpowers to make it safe again. Could this be your kid? #NCTheatre presents it’s next Super Heroic Camp, a five-day camp where kids sing, dance and act to become their own superheroes. They also create perfect superhero outfits and masks. Your kids will bring the magic of their storytelling prowess to life,, and have so much fun in the mix. Electrifying! Book now on Quicket.
