11 – 19 Oct 2025
The greater Discussion programme, two thirds of the Film Festival and an exciting set of art exhibitions are all mahala. Discourse Open discussion and an enthusiastic exchange of views on current issues are valued traditions at the Woordfees. This year is no exception. In the Netwerk24 Discussion series, led by Christi van der Westhuizen and […]
The theme for the 2023 Toyota SU Woordfees has just been announced along with the date of the programme launch. The 2023 festival theme is “Borrel” (Bubble) – a term that conjures up several images and meanings. “It can mean effervescence or an elated, dreamlike feeling; is reminiscent of innocent youthful fun with soap bubbles […]
We crossed the finish line and concluded a wonderful festival. Enjoy a look back on the playfulnes, joy, variety and flair captured during the flora season. And now for the rest of spring – go out and play! We will see you in 2025 from 11 to 19 October. A big thank you to all […]
Adam Small did not stand in the service of politics or any social philosophies. His sense of himself and others lay with his conscience. His language created an atmosphere, a remarkable presence, a sense of place. It carries the full fate and destiny of the people who speak it. Who is this poet who still […]
KARATARA With: Shaun Oelf, Grant van Ster, Dean John Smith The residents lost everything; some lost their lives … Karatara is based on the true story of the disaster in the Knysna district in 2018. In the middle of the night, a fire consumed the town. This dance drama tells the story of a community’s […]
ANGLO ANGST With: Nichola Viviers, Mia van der Merwe, Jordyn Linklater, Thalia Alberts, Izette Blignaut, Vihann van Rooyen, Zoë-blu Mottram Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet becomes Romeo and Johanna: The AngloBoer War Version in this crazy musical from Estefan Coetzee – a new director who excels in experimental theatre. This is the last dress rehearsal and […]