GOLDEN JUBILEE: Telling the SA story — Market Theatre celebrates half-century of cultural resilience and defiance (opens original article in a new tab)

Johannesburg's Market Theatre marked its 50th anniversary with events celebrating its history as a cultural and political hub, featuring performances and tributes to its founders and influential artists.

• Johannesburg's Market Theatre celebrated its 50th anniversary with performances, talks, and exhibitions highlighting its role in cultural production and political protest.
• The theatre, founded in 1976 by Barney Simon and Mannie Manim, has staged anti-apartheid plays and promoted racially mixed audiences, defying apartheid laws.
• Key figures like John Kani, Gcina Mhlophe, and Janice Honeyman shared their experiences, emphasizing the theatre's impact on South African storytelling and diversity.