Education
Saturday Workshops: Term 1, 2023 Registration is now open!
It’s the dawn of a golden age! Come explore the 40s, 50s and 60s at this term’s Jukebox workshop starting 21 January, and get ready to sing chart topping songs and do more with us. The workshops focus on singing, dancing, acting, and physical theatre, and are taught by experts. Children also gain vital life skills: creativity, confidence, communication skills, teamwork, self-empowerment, self-esteem!
When: 09:00 to 12:00 every Saturday during school term
Venue: National Children’s Theatre, 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown, 2193
Ages: Children 7-9, 10-12 and 13-17
Cost: R1 950 per term, with reductions for siblings
Bursaries: Please call to ask for an application form
Register: cindy@nctheatresa.org.za or call 011 484 1584 or 071 429 2570
Saturday Junior Workshop: Term 1 Registration is now open!
Introduce your little ones to drama, dance and music at our Mother Goose to Dr. Seuss Saturday Theatre Workshop (during school term), taught by experts. Children gain vital life skills: creativity, confidence, communication skills, teamwork, self-empowerment, self-esteem!
When: 09:00 to 11:00 every Saturday during school term
Venue: National Children’s Theatre, 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown, 2193
Ages: Children 5 to 7
Cost: R1 300 per term with reductions for siblings
Register: cindy@nctheatresa.org.za or call 011 484 1584 or 071 429 2570
The Shakespeare Club: Term 1 Registration is now open!
Every Saturday during term, under the guidance of Dr. Rohan Quince, a master Shakespearian, we run The Shakespeare Club, for all students from Grades 6 –12 if they can read – and are interested in Shakespeare’s plays. Together we’ll read 4 plays a year, hold the Shakespeare Quiz, the Shakespeare Monologue competition, and the end of year Shakespeare Showcase.
When: Saturdays during school term from 14:30-16:30
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: cindy@nctheatresa.org.za or call 011 484 1584 or 071 429 2570
New Youth Choir
NCT choir aims to be a prestigious, polished youth choir for our times—the Ndlovu Youth Choir meets Stellenbosch University
Choir! Together we’ll explore a mix of genres ranging from musical theatre to pop and classical-with-a-twist. Let’s sing our hearts out!
When: Saturdays 14:30 to 16:30 (dates coming soon)
Venue: National Children’s Theatre, Junction Avenue, Parktown, 2193
Ages: Children 12 and up
Cost: R1 900 with reductions for siblings. Entry is only by audition
Questions: cindy@nctheatresa.org.za or call 011 484 1584
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: info@nctheatresa.org.za or call 011 484 1584
Ages: Children 1 to 4
Cost: R600 for 6 sessions
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
Questions: cindy@nctt.org.za or call 011 484 1584
Winnie the Pooh Kids Camp
When: 27 March to 31 March
Venue: Imagination Theatre, National Children’s Theatre, 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown, 2193
Questions: info@nctheatresa.org.za or call 011 484 1584
Ages: 7 to 9
Cost: R1 500 per term, with reductions for siblings
Children aged 7-9 will take inspiration from the thrilling adventures in Winnie the Pooh Kids, adapted from AA Milne’s beloved story. We invite them to immerse themselves in this five-day performance camp around the activities of Pooh Bear, Tigger, Piglet, Eyeore, Rabbit, Kanga, Roo, characters we know and love, who live in the Hundred Acre Wood, and who are the best friends of Christopher Robin. Weather permitting, campers will have fun recreating Pooh stories using NCT’s beautiful garden as the setting, and failing sunshine, our evocative heritage buildings will become part of their story. On the last day of camp, families and friends are invited to watch campers perform A.A. Milne’s tales, using their new singing, dancing, and storytelling skills.
The Hobbit Holiday Camp
When: 27 March to 31 March
Venue: Inspiration Theatre, National Children’s Theatre, 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown, 2193
Questions: info@nctheatresa.org.za or call 011 484 1584
Ages: 10 and up
Cost: R1 500 per term, with reductions for siblings
Children aged 10 years and up, will take inspiration from the diverse and fantastical creatures in J.R.R. Tolkien’s best selling fantasy novel, The Hobbit, forerunner to The Lord of the Rings. They will have fun sharing the epic adventures of Bilbo Baggins and the Thirteen Mighty Dwarves as they traverse the Misty Mountains and encounter Elves, Goblins, and Trolls in their quest to recover the precious Arkenstone and allow goodness to triumph over evil. Over five-days, campers will have fun learning how to embody these unforgettable characters both physically and vocally. On the last day of camp, and using their new skills of characterization, campers will perform select scenes for their families and friends.
