This September, Joburg Theatre brings to life Dancing the Death Drill, the haunting, powerful stage adaptation of Fred Khumalo’s acclaimed novel.
Set against the backdrop of forgotten South African history and told through masterful storytelling, stirring music, and evocative movement, this landmark production promises to be one of the most important theatrical events of the year.
This moving production will run from September 9 to 28, 2025 on the Mandela Stage.
Set in Paris, 1958, the story begins with a brutal incident in a prestigious restaurant, two men dead, a head waiter awaiting trial. As a determined journalist investigates the crime, he uncovers the extraordinary life of Pitso Motaung, a South African soldier who fought alongside Allied forces during World War I.
Pitso’s journey takes a tragic and unforgettable turn…