Nelson Mandela Theatre
Nelson Mandela Theatre is a 1064-seater theatre in the Joburg Theatre Complex in Braamfontein, Johannesburg.
Also known simply as the Mandela Theatre or The Mandela.
Formerly called the Main Theatre in the Johannesburg Civic Theatre complex.
History
This is the original venue and has a maximum capacity of 1,064.
Former South African President Nelson Mandela agreed to the re-naming of the Main Theatre in his honour in August 2001. Nelson Mandela agreed that this theatre would be the only so-named theatre in the world.
The Nelson Mandela Theatre features staging facilities that are among the most sophisticated in the world. The main stage includes five computer-controlled stage lifts; five stage wagons facilitating the movement of sets/cast across the stage; a stage wagon which provides outer and inner revolves; an adjustable proscenium; and extensive sound and lighting options.
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