On 10 December 2024, the MANTSOE AMACHA Youth Theatre Festival will light up the Sibikwa Arts Centre with 4 groundbreaking performances, by young artists from Gauteng. This 1-day festival, supported by the National Arts Council’s Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme, will bring audiences a mix of dynamic performances, and opportunities to…
Body Moves 2024: Celebrating Inclusive Dance and Global Collaboration Join us for the 2024 BODY MOVES International Inclusive Dance Festival, a groundbreaking celebration of diversity, creativity, and collaboration! This year, Sibikwa Arts Centre proudly presents a unique lineup of performances and workshops featuring South African and UK artists, exploring themes…
As part of this year’s Heritage Month festivities, Sibikwa Arts Centre is proud to announce the Impande Zobuntu Heritage Festival—a dynamic event designed to celebrate the profound richness of South African heritage while embracing the vibrant spirit of contemporary creativity. This one-day festival is set to be a highlight of…
This August, Sibikwa Arts Centre in partnership with Lucky Dance Theatre presents an inclusive dance programme designed to spotlight the diverse experiences of vulnerable and marginalised bodies in contemporary society, including women, people with disabilities, and the LGBTI community. We aim to illuminate the various forms of systemic and personal…
Applications: CV with references and qualifications Closing Date: 7 July 2024 Interviews: 8 – 12 July 2024 Start Date: 15 July 2024 Contact and Submit to: businessarts@sibikwa.co.za Sibikwa Arts Centre is looking for a dynamic arts educationalist to join our team! This person will be responsible for managing all aspects…
Following an acclaimed run last year at Sibikwa Arts Centre in Benoni, the multi-Naledi nominated production "1789" returns to captivate audiences at the National Arts Festival in Makhanda. Sibikwa Arts Centre, after an eight-year hiatus, proudly announces its participation in the 50th anniversary celebration of the Festival with the immersive…
By Tonderai Chiyindiko and Caryn Green, 31 May 2024 This article is the seventh and last in a series of blogs and opinion pieces, providing a context for and presenting research findings from Sibikwa Arts Centre’s Urban Culture, Democracy and Governance Labs. Supported by the Commonwealth Foundation, this Urban Labs…
Sibikwa Arts Centre is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated artists in Gauteng, to train and participate in its 2024/2025 Artists in Schools programme. Artists in all creative forms (music, dance, drama and visual arts) are encouraged to apply. Funded by the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture, Sibikwa has been…
Want to grow your skills, network, and business opportunities? Apply for the Uvuko Creative Arts Entrepreneurship Incubator Programme and turn your talents into sustainable businesses! Who Can Apply: Age: 18 - 34 years old Employment Status: Not employed full-time Residency: Live in Ekurhuleni Field: Work in one or more of these areas: Creative Arts…
This article is the sixth in a series of blogs and opinion pieces, providing a context for and presenting research findings from Sibikwa Arts Centre’s Urban Culture, Democracy and Governance Labs. Supported by the Commonwealth Foundation, this Urban Labs initiative is a pilot programme exploring cultural and creative approaches for…