National Children's Theatre

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About

The National Children’s Theatre (NCT) is Gauteng’s leading theatre organization for children and youth, delivering educational, engaging, and award-winning performances across South Africa.


NCT’s mission is to transform young lives and nurture the next generation of leaders through vibrant theatre, original musicals, and immersive after-school programs.


Based at a 4.5-acre Johannesburg campus with multiple theatres, classrooms, and music spaces, NCT also tours productions to cities and rural communities nationwide.


Our workshops help children develop their artistic voices, social-emotional skills, collaboration, and self-expression, integrating the arts into learning and everyday life.

Reviews

4.8
from 389 reviews
"A breathtaking spectacle! The performance captured our imagination and transported us directly into the heart of Africa's pridelands. The choreography, the acting, the singing, the stage design & costumes were superb! - each element executed with precision & passion, weaving together to create an enchanting experience. From start to finish, the show captivates, immersing the audience in a vibrant world, and we left with an overwhelming sense of pride and joy, especially as it is my 2.5-year-old’s current fascination. A few adjustments could enhance the experience even further: organizing the seating with numbered reservations would improve comfort and flow, and providing microphones for the young actors and singers would allow their voices to rise above the dancing and ambient sounds, ensuring their words reach the audience with clarity. Also the use of signage to discourage guests from taking videos and pictures would be great - people don't listen. "
- Amy
"Absolutely brilliant ?? loved every minute "
- Anonymous
"Well put together show, the costumes are amazing and the cast is brilliant "
- Anonymous
"Absolutely loved Peter Rabbit and Me, beautiful cast and great set up. I must personally say the young lady who played the role of Beatrix Potter has amazing talent"
- Anonymous
"Great energy and performances all round, clever choreography to work within the small space and some real future stars in the making. Absolutely loved it."
- Nadeine

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