Generation of STARS

23/07/2026

THEATRE IS ALIVE IN JOZI! 🎭

The TX Theatre Hub in partnership with The Market Theatre and Gauteng Department of Sports, Arts, Culture and Recreation presents 4 DAYS of unmissable theatre!

From 23 - 26 July at The Market Theatre, we are bringing you:

LEARN THE CRAFT - FREE INDUSTRY WORKSHOPS (11:00 - 13:00)
🎙️ SOUND WORKSHOP with Mandisa Vilakazi - 23 July
💡 LIGHTING WORKSHOP with Hlomohang 'Spider' Mothetho - 25 July
🎬 DIRECTING WORKSHOP with Warona Seane - 26 July

WATCH THE MAGIC - 5 POWERFUL PRODUCTIONS
♦️ ADAM'S ALE - Written by Mxolisi Masilela, Directed by Banele Yengeni (23 July 20:30 & 24 July 18:30)
♦️ UNTITLED DEEDS - Written & Directed by Moruti Abednigo Dlamini (24 July 20:30 & 25 July 14:00)
♦️ DARK MAGIC - Written by Masai Sepuru, Directed by Mxolisi Masilela (25 July 20:30 & 26 July 16:00)
♦️ SINKING - Written by Solly Ramatswi, Directed by Moruti Abednigo Dlamini (23 & 25 July 18:30)
♦️ CHASING LAUGHTER - Written by Monageng Vice Motshabi, Directed by Isaac Sithole (25 July 16:00 & 26 July 14:00)

This is more than a festival. It's the future of South African theatre, in the home of South African theatre, celebrating 50 years of The Market Theatre.

Artists, students, theatre-lovers, families - this is your call. Come learn, come watch, come support!

📍 Market Theatre, Newtown
🎟️ Tickets on Webtickets - available at Pick n Pay
Let's fill up the Market!

06/07/2026

🎶 THE COUNTDOWN HAS BEGUN! 🎶

Get ready for an unforgettable day of music, talent, and inspiration at the 2026 African Music Event, proudly presented by Talent Ignition Music AD! 🌍🎤

Whether you're a music lover, an aspiring artist, or simply looking for an exciting family outing, this is the place to be. Come and experience amazing live performances, celebrate African talent, and be part of a movement that empowers the next generation of musicians.

📅 Date: 11 July 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Venue: S. 8908, Kissington, Sharpeville

🎟 Entry Fees:
👧 Under 15: R10
🧑 Adults: R20

Bring your family, invite your friends, and let's celebrate the power of African music together! 🎼🔥

Don't miss out—great talent deserves a great audience. See you there!

27/06/2026

THE TX THEATRE HUB IS HEADING TO THE NATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL 2026! 🎭✨

From the heart of Gauteng to the biggest celebration of the arts on the continent, The TX Theatre Hub is proud to announce our participation in the National Arts Festival 2026, taking place 25 June – 5 July 2026 in Makhanda.

This is more than a trip—it's a milestone. A celebration of independent theatre, township storytelling, artistic excellence, and the unwavering commitment of creatives who continue to shape the future of South African theatre.

We're taking our stories, our voices, and our community to one of Africa's most iconic stages. The stage is set, the journey begins, and the work continues.

See you in Makhanda!

Poster design by: Masai Sepuru

02/05/2026

Tx Theatre Hub re-emerges in the new year and we start outside our borders, inaugurating its 2026 trajectory at the Festival Internacional Teatro de Inverno in Mozambique. As always we bring you the best of the best.

25/04/2026

"Get ready for a MASSIVE weekend of Mafube class acts! 🌟 Motswako Arts Centre presents an unforgettable theatre line up at the Civic Theatre this week! 🎭 Don't miss out! 👉 Get your tickets now! "

06/03/2026

Isaac Sithole is a South African theatre practitioner, creative director, and arts development leader serving as the Managing Director of Generation of Star’s. With extensive experience in theatre production, youth development, and cultural programming, he has built a career dedicated to using the arts as a vehicle for social transformation, skills development, and community empowerment.

Isaac holds a qualification in Human Resources Management from Damelin and has furthered his studies in Business Studies at the University of South Africa (UNISA). His academic grounding in management and business administration strengthens his capacity to lead sustainable arts initiatives, manage multidisciplinary teams, oversee budgets, and maintain strategic partnerships with public and private stakeholders.

Originating from Sharpeville in Gauteng, Isaac began his artistic journey at a young age and has since developed into an accomplished actor, playwright, director, and visual artist. His body of work reflects a strong commitment to telling socially relevant South African stories while nurturing emerging talent through structured workshops and community theatre programs.

Among his notable productions are 21 March Sharpeville Massacre, Washonaphi, and DIKAKAPA (directed by Lebeko J. Nketu), as well as Kgetho, which he wrote and directed. DIKAKAPA received Blue and Bronze Standard Bank Standing Ovation Awards at the National Arts Festival in 2017. In 2022, Kgetho earned a Bronze Standing Ovation Award at the same festival. His work has been recognized by the Gauteng Ishashalazi Programme as a Most Promising Production and won the Zwakala Theatre Festival hosted by the Market Theatre. He has also received four nominations at the Naledi Theatre Awards.

In addition to conventional theatre, Isaac has demonstrated innovation in large-scale puppetry and visual arts programming. He has collaborated with the SAGURU Giant Puppet Company and served as Artistic Director for Meet My In-Laws in partnership with the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation and the French Institute of South Africa. These collaborations have enabled cross-cultural exchange and participation in theatre and street festivals across Africa and Europe.

As a facilitator, Isaac has led numerous youth theatre workshops, mentorship initiatives, and community arts development programs. His leadership model integrates artistic excellence, structured training methodologies, and measurable community impact. He is committed to expanding access to arts education, professionalizing emerging artists, and building sustainable creative platforms that contribute to local economic growth.

Through strategic leadership, creative innovation, and a strong governance foundation, Isaac Ezaiah Sithole continues to position Generation of Star’s as a transformative force within South Africa’s cultural landscape.

28/02/2026

As Molwantwa transitions into his teenage years, Mampho entrusts him with a crucial task: to deliver a massage to the elder, Mphephethwa, a figure of great reverence known to Molwantwa only through the stories woven into his childhood. Bound by love and loyalty, he embarks on a perilous journey, clutching the massage tightly, aware of the sacred promise he made to his aunt never to open it.
Through trials and tribulations, Molwantwa's determination shines as he faces various challenges, each testing his resolve to protect the message he carries and honor his aunt's wishes. Their bond is palpable, as Mampho often reminds him that he is a blessing in her life.

15/02/2026

Molwantwa transitions into his teenage years, Mampho entrusts him with a crucial task: to deliver a massage to the elder, Mphephethwa, a figure of great reverence known to Molwantwa only through the stories woven into his childhood. Bound by love and loyalty, he embarks on a perilous journey, clutching the massage tightly, aware of the sacred promise he made to his aunt never to open it.
Through trials and tribulations, Molwantwa's determination shines as he faces various challenges, each testing his resolve to protect the massage he carries and honor his aunt's wishes. Their bond is palpable, as Mampho often reminds him that he is a blessing in her life.

15/02/2026