The Market Theatre

The Market Theatre, founded in Johannesburg in 1976 by Mannie Manim and the late Barney Simon, was constructed out of Johannesburg's Indian Fruit Market - built in 1913. The theatre went on to become internationally renowned as South Africa's "Theatre of the Struggle".

The Market Theatre challenged the apartheid regime, armed with little more than the conviction that culture can change society. The strength and truth of that conviction was acknowledged in 1995 when the theatre received the American Jujamcyn Award. In providing a voice to the voiceless, The Market Theatre did not forego artistic excellence, but, rather, made a point of it. Its twenty-one international and over three hundred South African theatre awards bears eloquent testimony to the courage and artistic quality of its work.

During the past three decades, The Market Theatre has evolved into a cultural complex for theatre, music, dance and the allied arts. Today, The Market Theatre remains at the forefront of South African theatre, actively encouraging new works that continue to reach international stages.

To make a booking call the box office at the Market Theatre on (011) 832-1641
Block bookings are also available on this number.
Or contact Computicket on (011) 340-8000 visit http://www.computicket.co.za/

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Parking

Market Theatre

The Market Theatre parking is situated on Miriam Makeba street. This parking area provides access to a number of venues; The Market Theatre, Gramadoelas, Afronova Gallery, moyo, Museum Africa and Niki's Oasis.