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Step into the stories that echo from our stages—tales of resilience, creativity, and transformation. The Market Theatre Foundation Stories shine a light on the heartbeat of our artistic community.

Market Theatre Foundation Stories

People of The Market – How Nomvula Molepo Lit Her Own Path in a Rigged Game

Twenty eight years ago, a young woman started a journey at The Market Theatre Foundation with only faith, passion and a determination to disrupt how women were viewed in technical

People of The Market – Motla the Captain of the Show

As The Market Theatre Foundation pursues a bold archival strategy to secure its legacy, it continues to treat its most important resource – employees – as custodians of its decades-long

The Market Theatre’s 50th Birthday Weekend: A Celebration of the South African Story

The Market Theatre Foundation is excited to announce The Market Theatre’s 50th birthday weekend celebrations, running from Friday, 19 June – Sunday, 21 June 2026 at The Market Theatre in

Legacy Celebrated: Kenneth Nkosi’s 32 Years in Performing Arts Marked with a Surprise 53rd Birthday Celebration 

South Africa’s entertainment industry gathered for a spectacular evening celebrating the remarkable career and life of acclaimed actor and producer Kenneth Nkosi, as family, friends and leaders honoured his 32

People of The Market – Siwe Hashe’s Authentic Aura of Home

As The Market Theatre turns 50, we look back to celebrate not only the remarkable impact the space has had on South Africa’s theatrical landscape, but also the people who

Cultural Experience Evenings Strengthen Partnership with Likeminded Organisations

The Market Theatre Foundation hosted a series of Partnership and Cultural Experience Evenings with the Foundation for Human Rights on 9 April 2026, as well as the Desmond and Leah

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