Game on: The MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience heads to The Glen
By CityLife Arts Writer One of South Africa’s biggest gaming tournaments is coming to The Glen from 26 to 28 June, bringing competitive gaming, live challenges and prizes to the … Read More
The 50th Market Theatre celebrations went down well with audience’s throats well looked after
This is as the institution traced its journey of protest theatre that used art to contribute to the struggle for freedom for all in South Africa. By Edward Tsumele, CITYLIFE/ARTS … Read More
French Institute of South Africa marks unveiling of alumni community at Standard Bank Gallery in Johannesburg CBD
During the event, there was a scintillating performance by dancers from Joburg Ballet on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Guests were also taken on a tour of the Johannesburg Art Gallery’s … Read More
A South African theatre company makes waves internationally, with their latest show winning a prestigious award in Oman
Their production Pilgrimage, snatched the Jury Prize at the Ofeer International Duo Drama Festival 7-12 June, 2026. By Edward Tsumele CITYLIFE/ARTS Editor You of course have not seen this production … Read More
Celebrated South Africa writer E’skia Mphahlele’s iconic book, Down Second Avenue grows new legs up the stage
The play, based on his famous autobiography Down Second Avenue is heading to National Arts Festival in Makhanda scheduled to perform 28-30, 2026, with actor Marcus Mabusela playing the lead … Read More
Public intellectual, poet and painter, Lefifi Tladi proposes public cleansing for South Africa to be on the right course
Tladi was part of a panel that discussed the state of the country at a June 16 event at Afrikan Freedom Station in Sophiatown on Tuesday. By Edward Tsumele, CITYLIFE/ARTS … Read More
CITYLIFE/ARTS pays tribute to Abdullah Ibrahim, who has passed on
The demise of master jazz pianist Abdullah Ibrahim marks the end of a jazz era in South Africa. By Edward Tsumele, CITYLIFE/ARTS Editor It is a difficult moment. Quite a … Read More