You, Me, and Democracy: Youth Co-creation Programme“Show me a youth without hope, and I will show you a youth without a future. Nothing brightens the life of any youth better than knowledge and ability to effect a positive change.” – Bamigboye Olurotimi.Exciting Opportunity at Sibikwa!Sibikwa is calling on young community change…
By Tonderai Chiyindiko, Kelly Storom & Caryn Green, 6 December 2023 This article is the fifth 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…
"People develop themselves by what they do; they develop themselves by making decisions, increasing their knowledge and ability and by their full participation - as equals - in the life of their community." - Julius Nyerere We're excited to invite you to the fourth installment of the Urban Labs project,…
Journey with us at the Sibikwa Arts Centre from 20th-26th November as we bridge continents, cultures, and communities through the expressive power of dance. Celebrate an event where able-bodied and disabled dancers unite on a shared stage, where inclusivity is celebrated, diversity is embraced, and every move tells a profound…
By Tonderai Chiyindiko & Caryn Green, 4 September 2023 This article is the fourth 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…
The SIBIKWA STUDIO presents a 12-week part-time training programme aligned to Théatre du Soleil’s Ecole Nomade collective theatre-making workshops. After experimenting on stage and exchanging with French avant-garde theatre company, Théâtre du Soleil’s troupe of performers in June 2023, the Sibikwa Studio will be offering The Actors State of Being…
A Five-Day Celebration of Culture, Traditions, and Stories Sibikwa Arts Centre is thrilled to announce the upcoming Stories Without Borders Heritage Festival, a captivating event set to take place from September 24th to 28th, 2023. Nestled in the heart of Benoni, the festival is a dynamic showcase of diverse cultures,…
By Tonderai Chiyindiko & Caryn Green, 4 August 2023 This article is the third 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…
Sibikwa Arts Centre is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated artists in Gauteng, to train and participate in its 2023/2024 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…
By Tonderai Chiyindiko & Caryn Green, 4 July 2023 This article is the second 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…