Baxter Theatre Centre - Rondebosch, Cape Town
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Baxter Theatre Centre - Rondebosch, Cape Town. © Baxter Theatre Centre![]()
Baxter Theatre Centre - Rondebosch, Cape Town © Baxter Theatre Centre![]()
Baxter Theatre Centre - Rondebosch, Cape Town. © Baxter Theatre Centre
Baxter Theatre Centre - Rondebosch, Cape Town
The Baxter Theatre Centre, located on Main Road in Rondebosch, Cape Town, is a renowned performing arts complex affiliated with the University of Cape Town (UCT). Established through a generous bequest from the late Dr. W. Duncan Baxter, a former mayor of Cape Town, the theatre was inaugurated on 1 August 1977. Dr. Baxter's vision was to cultivate and promote the arts in Cape Town and its surrounding areas. Designed by architect Jack Barnett, the Baxter Theatre has since become a pivotal venue for a diverse array of performances, including drama, music, opera, ballet, and theatrical productions.
The Baxter Theatre Centre comprises several performance spaces:
- The Main Theatre, accommodating 665 patrons.
- The Concert Hall, seating 638 and featuring a Von Beckerath organ.
- The Golden Arrow Studio, an intimate venue with a capacity of 172.
Throughout its history, the Baxter Theatre has been committed to artistic excellence and social relevance. Notably, during the apartheid era, it provided a platform for productions that challenged societal norms, benefiting from the university's academic freedom to stage works that might have faced censorship elsewhere. Today, the theatre continues to host a wide range of performances and is actively involved in community outreach through initiatives like the Zabalaza Outreach Program, which develops community skills and hosts the annual Baxter Zabalaza Theatre Festival, showcasing emerging talent from previously disadvantaged communities.
Contact details for the Baxter Theatre Centre:
Telephone: 021 685 7880
International: +27 21 685 7880
Address: Main Road, Rondebosch, Cape Town
Website: https://www.thebaxter.xyz
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