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Oakfields College’s Award-Winning Godspell Returns

Following its Naledi Award win for Best Student Production, Godspell returns to the stage in partnership with the Wits Theatre from 27 August to 7 September 2025.

Brought to life once again by director Tracey Human and musical director Dale Ray, this vibrant re-staging features Oakfields College’s talented musical theatre and dance students, now joined by guest stars Grant Towers (as Judas) and Yahto Kraft (as Jesus).

A blend of rock, pop, and folk, Stephen Schwartz’s Godspell remains a Broadway favourite - retelling parables from the Gospel of Matthew through high-energy storytelling and unforgettable songs like Day by Day.

The 2024 run received glowing reviews, sold-out houses, and national acclaim - not just for its creativity, but for honouring the show’s powerful legacy in South African theatre. First staged here in 1973 by Des and Dawn Lindberg, Godspell broke barriers with its multiracial cast during apartheid, a moment that forever shaped local theatre.

This new run continues that spirit - bold, relevant, and driven by the next generation of performers.

Block Bookings & Schools Bookings please make enquiries here: michelej@oakfieldscollege.co.za

WHAT PARKING FACILITIES ARE PROVIDED AT THE VENUE:

• Safe parking available via the Station Street Entrance – off Jorissen Street after 17h00.
• For daytime shows, all visitors should park at the visitors parking on Yale Road at the Anglo – Dome.
• For high schools coming to attend, all schools should report to Wits University an hour before the show, park buses at the visitors’ parking spaces by the Anglo - Dome and may make their way to the Wits Theatre.
• For visitors on foot, please use the Sutton Close Entrance, to scan your ID and make your way to the Wits Theatre
• For Uber drop off, please use Sutton Close Entrance, to scan your ID and make your way to the Wits Theatre
• All visitors and guests PLEASE HAVE YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE OR I.D WHEN VISITING THE CAMPUS