Soweto Theatre
The term Soweto Theatre can have two meanings. Both are discussed below.
Theatre in Soweto
Used as a general or generic term, this may refer to the theatrical activities in Soweto. See the overview of Theatre in Soweto.
The name of a performance space
The Soweto Theatre at the corner of Bolani Road and Bolani Link, Jabulani, opened on 16th May 2012 with The Suitcaseby Es’kia Mphahlehle.
Built in a zone of public space within the high density, mixed-use Jabulani CBD, the colourful, candy-coated building with flaring sails and cosy 436-seater auditorium, is intended to be a multi-purpose performing arts centre for theatre productions, dance, music, film and community gatherings. Known as the "cultural heart" of the suburb, it includes the existing Jabulani Amphitheatre, parkland, public art and other amenities. Residents of Soweto as well as the greater Johannesburg and surrounds will be able to enjoy professional local and international productions.
In 2014 the City of Johannesburg, as part of its ongoing Institutional Review, resolved that the two civic theatres, the Joburg Theatre and Roodepoort Theatre be integrated into a single theatre management company, Joburg City Theatres (JCT), to manage the functions and services of the two theatres. In 2014 the JCT also took over management of the Soweto Theatre.
Sources
"Soweto Theatre seeks Marketing Manager" Artslink 06/11/2014[1]
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