Rossini, Grieg, Shönberg and Liszt take on a different mantel in Bewitched and Bewildered, which will run at Kwasuka Theatre for two performances only on April 29 and 30 at 19h30. Described as a classical cabaret, it combines all aspects of the performing arts such as song, dance, music and the spoken word. A wide variety of music makes up the programme, ranging from Rossini’s St Joan Cantata to Schönberg’s cabaret songs. There is also poetry by Tennyson, Coleridge and Browning. among others.

Bewitched and Bewildered features Johannesburg-based soprano Hester Stander with pianist Dennis Stander and local theatre personalities Hugo le Roux and Jacky Vermaas. Costumes have been created for the show by local design company Ruebrecht Designs.

Tickets at R25 includes a glass of sherry before the show in the Douglas Livingstone Courtyard, so get to the theatre about 20 minutes early. Book at Kwasuka or by calling Pertulia on (031) 309-2236.