The cast from ‘From Hanover Street’, from left are, Alistair Izobell, Emo Adams, David Kramer, Loukmaan Adams, and Jody Abrahams. Sixty years after the forced removals from District Six, the stories of Hanover Street will return to the stage when From Hanover Street runs at the Artscape Theatre Centre from February 10-15 2026. The musical concert reflects on loss, resilience and the enduring cultural legacy of District Six, marking six decades since residents were uprooted from their homes.
Through music, memory and lived experience, the production honours a community whose spirit was never displaced. At the heart of the work is a historic creative collaboration. For the first time, the Broetjies and The Bra unite in the producer’s chair, with David Kramer joined by Jody Abrahams, Alistair Izobell, Emo Adams and Loukmaan Adams.
Their personal and professional journeys are deeply intertwined with the story being told. Each of the Broetjies began their careers as nine-year-old performers in District Six: The Musical decades ago. They now return as seasoned artists and custodians of memory, collaborating with Kramer to create a new work grounded in shared beginnings and lived experience of District Six.
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From Hanover Street moves between tender reflection and moments of joy, blending tearful recollection with laughter, rhythm and celebration. The production honours pain without being overwhelmed by it, celebrating life in all its complexity. Artscape provides a fitting home for the production as the venue marks its 55th anniversary this year. Artscape chief executive officer Dr Marlene le Roux said staging a District Six story at the iconic theatre was especially meaningful.
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