LUNCHBOX THEATRE

02/10/2026

To all our Legends fundraising out there , keep up the amazing work.
We have 2 week's to go.
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02/10/2026

“An incredibly powerful and thought-provoking production.” — Victoria Rowe, Founder,

Some stories are difficult because they are real.

**Before Tomorrow -is a Lunchbox Theatre production that confronts gender-based violence and the effect it has on individuals, families and communities. It uses theatre to make room for a conversation that deserves care, honesty and attention.

Learn more about the production and watch the show video: https://lunchbox.org.za/the-lunchbox-theatre-before-tomorrow-show/

22/09/2026

When the road gets long and the legs get tired, our Legends remember the why. ❤️

Every kilometre ridden helps bring the magic of theatre to children in rural South Africa—creating laughter, conversation, confidence and lasting impact.

Find a Legend to support and be part of the journey.

Support a Legend at lunchbox.org.za ❤️

18/09/2026

Every year, our Lunchbox Legends take on the road, the dust and the distance for something far bigger than a ride. 🚲

They ride to raise funds so that more children in rural South Africa can experience the joy, confidence and possibility of Lunchbox Theatre.

Choose a Legend. Back their ride. Help us take theatre where it is needed most.

Support a Legend at lunchbox.org.za ❤️

17/09/2026

BEFORE TOMORROW — THE STORY BEHIND THE STORY

Working with young people has been my calling since I joined Lunchbox Theatre in 2008. Over the years, I have written stories inspired by my experiences, where I come from, and the realities I see around me as a young Black woman. For many years I was shy about sharing my work, but once I found the courage to write and direct, I never looked back.

Before Tomorrow is my second Gender-Based Violence (GBV) production. My first, Agony, focused on the stories of women affected by GBV. When Stuart Palmer approached me to create another GBV piece, I was hesitant because I knew how sensitive and difficult the subject is. But I took the courage to do it and Before Tomorrow was born.

This time, I wanted to tell a different story. I wanted to ask: What happens when we see the signs, hear the cries and know something is wrong, but choose to do nothing?

The title Before Tomorrow carries a question mark for a reason. We often say, “I will help tomorrow,” “I will speak tomorrow,” or “I will do something tomorrow.” But what if tomorrow never comes?

The show challenges us to look at our own role: Am I part of the problem? Am I seeing something and doing nothing? Could I have spoken up sooner?

It has been especially meaningful working with Uya Hlengisa, Hlumela Sishuba, Sisipho Gxagxa and Thimna Ncapa and Busisiwe Zondani who started drama and dance with me in Grade 4. They went on to finish high school, join Lunchbox Theatre as facilitators, and were also part of Agony. Watching their growth from young learners to talented performers and facilitators has been incredibly special.

Working with young people requires trust, patience and constantly building their confidence. I have watched these young stars grow through different stages of life, and I am so proud of their willingness to learn and their talent.

Creating Before Tomorrow challenged me as a writer and director. GBV is not only about what happens inside a home it is also about the silence surrounding it. The people who see, hear, know and sometimes choose to look away.

Before Tomorrow is only 30 minutes, but I hope the conversation it starts continues long after the lights go down.

What will you do BEFORE tomorrow ?

fans Amanda Valela-Ntantiso

11/09/2026

The work has been done and the show is ready for tonight's premier. And it's free to the public. If you are a theatre lover then do not miss this. It is the culmination of many years of training coming to fruition. We are so proud of this team. Come and share their success with us.

Show starts : 7pm
Venue : Phakamisani Primary School.
For more info contact Amanda Valela-Ntantiso +27 83 479 0069

See you at the show.


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Plettenberg Bay Arts Association

02/09/2026

LUNCHBOX THEATRE PRESENTS: BEFORE TOMORROW

Written, directed and choreographed by Amanda Valela-Ntantiso
Before Tomorrow is a powerful new production exploring gender-based violence, family, trauma and the consequences of the choices we make.

🌟 MEET THE CAST:
Uya Hlengisa
Hlumela Sishuba
Busisiwe Zondani
Sisipho Gxagxa
Thimna Ncapa

📅 11 September 2026
🕡 Doors open: 18h30
🕖 Show starts: 19h00
📍 Venue: Phakamisani Primary School
🎟️ ADMISSION IS FREE!

Come support local theatre, celebrate our incredible young performers and experience a story that needs to be heard.

BEFORE TOMORROW — some stories cannot wait.

🔥 DON’T MISS THE OPENING NIGHT!

Please share this fans

Amanda Valela-Ntantiso Maphiko Mncedisi KaNcedani

28/08/2026

Let's plant some trees in and around Plett , do you have a place that you would like a tree planted? Please help us get this message out so we can get these trees in the ground. Just write a message to [email protected] to make it happen.


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Market off Main Plettenberg Bay , The Market Square Shopping Centre , Bitou Municipality , Keep Plett Clean

28/08/2026

Where would you like to see an indigenous tree planted around plett? Lunchbox theatre has five trees that need planting and the bonus is it comes with a live performance of our Tree show 🌳🌳. So if you have any ideas please share with [email protected]

🌳 WHERE SHOULD WE PLANT THE NEXT FIVE TREES? 🌱

🇿🇦 NATIONAL ARBOR WEEK | 1–7 SEPTEMBER 2026

This Arbor Week, Lunchbox Theatre is giving away FIVE FREE Tree Shows + FIVE indigenous tree plantings at five venues in the Plettenberg Bay area.

And we’d like YOU to tell us where we should go. 🌱

🎭 The Lunchbox Theatre Tree Show uses song, dance, drama and interactive storytelling to explore the importance of indigenous trees, the threats they face and why we all have a part to play in looking after our natural world.

And the story doesn’t end when the show does.

After each performance, children get involved in planting an indigenous tree at their venue, a tree they can nurture and watch grow for years to come. 🌳

🌱 NOMINATE A VENUE

It could be a school, crèche, community organisation or another special place within the Plettenberg Bay area.

Simply send us a short motivation telling us:

🌱 WHERE you would like us to come
🎭 WHO you would like us to perform for
💚 WHY you think we should choose your venue

📩 [email protected]

We’ll select FIVE venues, bring the Tree Show to each one and plant FIVE indigenous trees together with their communities.

FIVE SHOWS. FIVE TREES. ONE ARBOR WEEK. 🌳

Find out more about our Tree Show:
https://lunchbox.org.za/the-lunchbox-theatre-tree-show/

26/08/2026

🌳 Plant a tree. Experience the Tree Show! 🎭

This Arbor Week, Lunchbox Theatre is inviting local schools to experience our fun and interactive Tree Show, celebrating trees, nature and caring for our environment. 🌱💚

Selected schools will receive:
🎭 A FREE Tree Show
🌳 A FREE TREE to plant at their school

Want your school to take part?
Send us a short proposal telling us why you’d like the Tree Show to visit your school.

📧 [email protected]

Let’s plant something that keeps growing long after the show is over. 🌱



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