High School Drama Festival 2026

The High School Drama Festival provides learners with a valuable opportunity to express their creativity, social views, and personal stories through drama on a professional stage. It offers young performers the chance to experience the full magic of theatre—complete with professional lighting, sound, and a live audience—while developing confidence, teamwork, discipline, and stage etiquette. Through this platform, learners gain first-hand exposure to the standards of the performing arts industry and are encouraged to think critically, collaborate, and grow both artistically and personally. The festival also creates a space for dialogue and cultural exchange as schools from diverse communities come together to share their work. Duration: 120min; 30min interval included Age Restriction: N/A 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