
DRACULA
About the event
Back by popular demand, after a sold-out run earlier this year, David Nixon’s Dracula rises once more to haunt the Artscape stage. For one spine-chilling Halloween weekend only! Inspired by Bram Stoker’s iconic tale, this electrifying production draws audiences into a world of obsession, desire and supernatural power. Nixon’s Dracula is renowned for its cinematic sweep, Gothic intensity and physically charged choreography that pushes dancers to thrilling extremes. Set to a haunting recorded score featuring music by Alfred Schnittke, Arvo Pärt, Sergei Rachmaninoff and Michael Daugherty, the ballet blends atmosphere with visceral storytelling. Nixon directs this new, bespoke staging for Cape Town City Ballet and personally oversees the set, stage and costume design, shaping every detail of this bold and immersive theatrical experience. This is ballet at its most dramatic: sensual, dangerous and unforgettable Duration: 2hr30min; including 30min interval Age Restriction: No under 13s
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





