'Middle East: Are Jews Safer Today?' is a scripted dialogue written by Mike van Graan that explores the complexities of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
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The scripted dialogue "Middle East: Are Jews Safer Today?" examines one of the world’s most polarising conflicts, exploring historical land claims, Islamophobia, anti-Semitism and Christian Zionism.
While not strictly religious, the violence involving Israel, Palestinians and neighbouring states is often framed in religious terms.
The piece brings together representatives of Islam, Judaism and Christianity to discuss whether Jewish people are safer today (both in Israel and globally) following the Hamas-led attacks of October 7, 2023.
Written by Mike van Graan, the dialogue invites readers, rather than actors, to perform the script and engage the audience in a post-show discussion.
It challenges perceptions, encourages nuanced conversation, and situates contemporary events within historical and ethical contexts, creating a platform for reflection on safety, identity, and faith in a complex and divided region.
The piece is not a traditional play; it is designed for readers rather than actors, who perform the dialogue for an audience and then engage in a post-show discussion.
Where: The Drama Factory.
When: Wednesday, March 25, at 7pm.
The International School of Cape Town presents "Alice," Laura Wade’s bold, 21st-century take on Lewis Carroll. This isn’t your childhood bedtime story - pinafores and tea parties are out.
After a sudden bereavement, Alice escapes through the rabbit hole into a Wonderland that’s surreal and eerily modern. Sharp, cynical and unapologetically edgy, Wade’s adaptation explores grief, growing up, and the absurdity of a world gone sideways.
Fast-paced, foul-mouthed, and feverishly imaginative, this "Alice" is both riotous and heart-wrenching, a survival guide disguised as a psychedelic journey through a Wonderland that feels strangely like our own reality.
Where: The Masque Theatre.
When: From Wednesday, March 25, at 7pm to Friday, March 27, at 8.35pm.
The Stellenbosch International Piano Symposium offers a week of masterclasses, concerts, and lectures for pianists of all levels.
Featuring local and international artists, including Ludmil Angelov and Emanuil Ivanov, it’s a vibrant celebration of piano artistry, education, and collaboration in the historic heart of Stellenbosch.
Where: Stellenbosch Conservatorium.
When: Runs until Sunday, March 29.