Welcome to Our Home
IKHAYA LETHU
Welcome to
Sibikwa Arts Centre
Sibikwa takes pride in uku’bikwa – the act of pronouncing, announcing and presenting on the world stage, the in-born talents of individuals… as custodians of his-story and her-story.
We are an award-winning multi-disciplinary Centre of Excellence in South Africa that leverages the performing arts for advancement.
Welcome to Our Home
IKAYA LETHU
Welcome to
Sibikwa Arts Centre
Sibikwa takes pride in uku’bikwa – the act of pronouncing, announcing and presenting on the world stage, the in-born talents of individuals… as custodians of his-story and her-story.
We are an award-winning multi-disciplinary Centre of Excellence in South Africa that leverages the performing arts for advancement.
Our Purpose
ADVANCE the talents of South African children and youth through inclusive arts education programmes.
ADVANCE the cultural landscape with performances that entertain, educate and enlighten audiences.
ADVANCE South African stories on the global stage, in corporate environments and in educational spaces.
ADVANCE skills development and job creation through accredited vocational training programmes.
ADVANCE entrepreneurial skills, turning creative ideas into sustainable businesses and meaningful economic opportunities.
ADVANCE African music, dance, storytelling and heritage through festivals that bring communities together.
ADVANCE local creative practice through cross-cultural artistic partnerships.
ADVANCE local contexts by advocating for and democratizing access to arts and culture.
Transform Talent
A Sibikwa education balances creative fulfilment with functional skills development, enhancing abilities and self-esteem, preparing our learners for success. We transform talent into meaningful opportunities for our graduates to contribute to the industry and to their community.
Upcoming Events
DATE: 28 November 2026
SAA Junior End-Year Production
Step into a world of magic, imagination and adventure with The Legend of Nomvula, the Sibikwa Arts Academy Juniors End-Year Showcase!
Inspired by the children’s novel The Legend of Nomvula by Nonjabulo Kanadwire, this theatrical production takes audiences on a magical journey into the enchanting eZulwini Kingdom, exploring themes of family, friendship and the power of imagination.
Through storytelling, performance and creative expression, our junior SAA learners bring this captivating tale to life on stage, showcasing the skills, confidence and artistic growth they have developed throughout the year.
Join us for a morning of creativity, youthful talent and theatrical magic as we celebrate the achievements of our Sibikwa Arts Academy Juniors.
This showcase is made possible through the valued support of our partners, TotalEnergies and the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust, whose support contributes to creating meaningful arts and learning opportunities for young people.
DATE: 29 November 2026
BODY MOVES Inclusive Dance Festival
This November, for Disability Rights Awareness Month, Sibikwa Arts Centre invites you to experience Body Moves Inclusive Dance Festival, a celebration of movement, creativity and inclusion through the performing arts.
On Sunday, 29 November, from 14:00-16:00 expect a special multi-disciplinary dance performance piece choreographed by Thapelo Kotlolo, developed through the Inclusive Dance Training Programme, alongside performances from Moving Into Dance and Musa Motha and a post-performance dialogue facilitated by Gladys Alguhas.
OUR MOVE is both a celebration of what we can achieve together and an invitation to imagine a more inclusive future through the arts. This is Our Move, be a part of it!
BODY MOVES Inclusive Dance Festival 2026 is made possible with the support of the National Arts Council of South Africa through the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP), the Gauteng Provincial Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, and the Federation of Gauteng Community Arts.
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