The title “Falling Forward” speaks to the journey of falling – through loss, identity, and change – and choosing to move forward with courage and resilience. It is inspired by Rachel Kolisi’s personal story of rediscovery and becoming.
A deeply personal documentary screening experience following Rachel Kolisi’s journey of loss, healing, and rediscovery – paired with a women’s market and intimate fireside chat.
Falling Forward is a personal documentary following Rachel Kolisi through the defining seasons of her life – identity, loss, healing, motherhood, courage, and rediscovery. This exclusive screening includes the full documentary, a women-led market, and an intimate fireside chat with Rachel. An experience for every woman who has ever fallen and chosen to rise again.
Following five sold-out cities and more than 4,500 attendees, the Falling Forward Documentary Roadshow returns for its second national tour across South Africa and Namibia.
More than a documentary screening, Falling Forward is a powerful female lead event experience designed to inspire, connect, and encourage women from all walks of life.
Gather your friends and join hundreds of women for an unforgettable night featuring:
A Women-Led Market Experience
Arrive early to explore a curated marketplace showcasing incredible female-owned businesses, products, and brands.
Partner Activations & Complimentary Samples
Enjoy special surprises, samples, and experiences from our event partners throughout the evening.
The Falling Forward Documentary
An intimate and deeply personal film following Rachel Kolisi through the defining seasons of her life — identity, loss, healing, motherhood, courage, faith, and rediscovery.
With honesty and vulnerability, Rachel reflects on the moments that have shaped her, the lessons learned along the way, and the resilience required to keep moving forward when life doesn’t unfold as planned.
Live In Conversation with Rachel Kolisi.
Following the screening, Rachel takes to the stage for a candid fireside conversation, unpacking the themes of the documentary and sharing insights on resilience, purpose, faith, and moving forward.
At its heart, Falling Forward is a story about becoming. It is an invitation for women to reflect on their own journeys, celebrate how far they have come, and be reminded that some of life’s greatest growth happens in the seasons we never would have chosen.
Whether you are navigating change, rebuilding after disappointment, chasing a dream, or simply looking for an evening that fills your cup, Falling Forward is an experience not to be missed.
Saturday 15th August 2026
Afternoon session 1
Exhibition & Sponsor Activation Stalls: Open at 12:00,
Screening starts: 13:00
Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours (markets open; screening starts, ending with + fireside chat)
Saturday 15th August 2026
Evening session 2:
Exhibition & Sponsor Activation Stalls: Open at 17:30
Screening starts: 18:30.
Kindly note Artscape provides wheelchair seating. You can book directly via this website but should you require assistance please call Artscape Dial-a-Seat on 021 421 76 95 who will assist with navigation and booking.
Important Notice: PAID PARKING FOR ARTSCAPE THEATRE
Secure parking is available for Artscape patrons at the Cape Town Civic Centre basement parking area. Access is via the Jan Smuts Street entrance at the times indicated below:
Operating hours
• Mondays to Fridays between 5 pm and 11 pm
• Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays during showtimes
Parking tariffs
Fee: R45.00
For more info, please contact dial-a-seat: 021 421 76 95
